Gear

Arai’s new Concept XE intends to evoke the look of helmets from the 1980s, but with all the modern safety features you’d expect from a lid in the 2020s

The Colorado 2 trousers are a keenly priced alternative to expensive Gore-Tex options, but they do have one annoying flaw

If you have a decent budget for bike security, is it worth splurging on the Hiplok AX1000 and DX1000? 

2024 marks 11 years since Milestone began developing the MotoGP games, so how does its latest entry, MotoGP 24, fair? 

Yes, Gore-Tex is tempting as a money-no-object weather protection option, but does a much cheaper alternative still perform well? We found out

Based on the helmet that kick-started Bell’s motorcycle journey, the Custom 500 is simple, comfortable and effortlessly cool

We tested Metezler’s updated Roadtec sports touring tyre in a variety of conditions on the Isle of Man TT course

MotoGP in Focus is an officially licenced picture book of the 2023 season, featuring over 150 pages of stunning photography

These heated gloves are clever and effective, but come at a fairly chunky price

Zerofit’s range of baselayers offers an effective way to keep warm in the colder months for not much money

Sitting somewhere between a road and a track boot, this pair from RST represents a good compromise and are decent value ​

We’ve been testing the Richa Atlantic 2 GTX laminated all-weather textiles, and for the price, there’s a lot to like

We’ve been testing Shark’s mid-range helmet for several thousand miles - here’s what we thought

This product presents an effective solution to a near-universal biking problem, but it’s not perfect

  Available with or without an airbag, the Sabre is a stylish jacket offering plenty of protection and comfort

Roadskin is a small UK based family business which intends to make stylish protective wear designed to be worn all day. I tested the company's Bronte riding leggings to see if they're worth buying

These ‘shorty’ gloves are a great winter option that won’t break the bank 

I’ve been out and about testing the flagship Shoei X-SPR Pro road and track motorcycle helmet this summer, and even took the chance to try out Shoei’s PFS bespoke fitting service.

Blending comfort and style, this is a quality pair of boots that can be worn on and off the bike

Having worn an airbag vest since I first got my license, I tried the Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 airbag vest to see how it differs from its competitors.

We tried out a new Forcite MK1S Smart Helmet. Is this the helmet of the future?

LOUIS Moto , the German brand behind Rekurv, has been in business since 1938 and is now one of the longest-running and successful

Visordown was lucky enough to be invited to the first Ducati DRE Racetrack Experience held in the UK - here’s how we got on

The Zoey riding jeans from Merlin are a fine example of riding gear that offer style and safety.