Hands are almost always the first thing to touch the ground in a fall. They are also your connection to the throttle, brake and clutch. Good gloves have to protect without making the controls harder to feel. Short or gauntlet? Short gloves end at the wrist. They are comfortable and easy to put on, popular … Read more
A good riding jacket protects you against abrasion and impact, keeps you comfortable in different weather, and makes you visible. The best one is the jacket you will wear on every ride, including short trips in the heat. Leather or textile? Leather offers excellent abrasion resistance and molds to your body over time. It is … Read more
Leather wipes are a quick way to keep car seats, sofas, bags and shoes clean between deeper treatments. They are not all the same, and the wrong one can leave a sticky film or dry the leather out. Here is how to pick and use them. Cleaning wipes, conditioning wipes, or both What to look … Read more
