Jackets

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ADV Gear at the Right Price

If you’re a dual sport rider who combines twisty pavement with technical trails, then you should check out the Tourmaster Adventure Lite Mesh jacket and pants.  I first tested this versatile gear in southeast Ohio last fall. There’s no shortage of curves in that part of the country,

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How to Choose the Best Motorcycle Jacket for Hot-Weather Touring

Staying safe and comfortable while riding in hot weather is a form of art. It all begins with the right kind of motorcycle jacket. Your average riding jacket will only make for a sweaty and uncomfortable ride. It won’t have sufficient ventilation, breathability, and adjustability to deal with hot

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Tourmaster Discovery Men's Jacket

Once a year, I find myself going through my closet, garage, and cabinets to pare down on items I no longer need. While I try not to organize myself out of existence, I've become more mindful about what I bring home. Do I really need it? Will it

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Richa Orion GTX Jacket and Pants

Richa, headquartered in Belgium, started out in 1952 by making gloves. The company has since expanded to a full line of motorcycle gear for men and women. On our side of the pond, we don’t often come across a European brand other than the big Italian duo. That’s

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Klim Gear for Spring Motorcycle Rides

Every motorcyclist looks forward to that first spring ride of the season. But without the right kind of gear for early-year tours, you will be in for an uncomfortable ride. Spring weather is fickle in almost the entire country, with temperatures changing drastically within a day and sudden wind or

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Best Dual Sport Motorcycle Gear for Rough Rides

Your friends have invited you to a gnarly, challenging dual sport event. Your bike and tires are ready to go, but then you realize all your gear is fit for road trips, not single track. Dual sports trails can be rough, and you must have sufficient airflow and protection to

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Staying Dry with Tourmaster’s Latest Gear

Nobody wants to ride in the rain, but you can’t always avoid it. A good set of rain gear makes the ride as comfortable as it can be when the raindrops start falling. When looking for motorcycle rain gear, you have to consider the type of riding you’re

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7 Best Motorcycle Jackets in 2026

The right motorcycle jacket makes for a comfortable and safe motorcycle tour. The wrong jacket can ruin it. If you pick the wrong kind of jacket for the job, you may find yourself so cold or hot that you can’t go on with the tour. You also have to

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Tourmaster Heated Gear for Cold Weather Riding

Riding in low temperatures is perfectly possible, but it can be far from comfortable. A good set of heated motorcycle gear goes a long way toward keeping the ride going when the mercury plummets. You shouldn’t rush to buy heated gear pieces, as picking the right ones can be

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8 Best Airbag Vests for Safe Motorcycling in 2026

Airbag vests are the latest must-have protective item for motorcyclists. In accident scenarios, they can keep you so much safer that you really shouldn’t ride without one. Yet, they are a relatively new introduction, and not every rider knows how to pick the right vest. Additionally, some motorcyclists are

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Tourmaster Zephyr Mesh Jacket and Pants

Tourmaster is on a roll. Last year’s models upped the ante, and now the all-new Zephyr riding get-up is yet another big leap forward. I first tested this gear on a three-day ride in southern California. From dusty trails to fast tarmac and temperatures ranging from 40 to 80

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Oliver's Street Riding Gear—Kids Protective Gear

When it comes to young riders, the right gear is about more than just style—it’s about safety, comfort, and confidence on every ride. From helmets and jackets to gloves and boots, finding properly fitted, high-quality gear helps protect kids while letting them enjoy the thrill of two wheels.

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2025 Holiday Buyers Guide

In the spirit of the season, we’ve gathered some of our favorite finds from RoadRUNNER partners into the 2025 Holiday Buyers Guide. Whether you’re shopping for a fellow rider or treating yourself, you’re sure to find something special for the season. Happy holiday shopping! Tourmaster Sentry Evo

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Review: Dainese Racing 3 D-Dry Jacket and Drake 2 Super Air Pant

My Dainese gear arrived the day before I departed for Italy to ride the MotoGiro d’Italia 2025. The week saw six full days of riding in varying types of weather.  Although the skies were mostly summery with hot temperatures, there were some cool mornings and splashes of rain, from

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Review: Tourmaster Highlander WP Jacket

Affordable Quality When we started RoadRUNNER 25 years ago, I remember a plethora of big, name-brand manufacturers offering motorcycle jackets and pants. Tourmaster was always a top dog with a huge catalog. Over the years, though, the number of companies has dwindled. Tourmaster never really went away, but with some

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Dainese Splugen 3L D-Dry Jacket and Sherman 3 Pant: All-Weather Comfort

A chilly, mostly overcast day in Portugal presented a good opportunity to test the performance of the Dainese Splugen 3L D-Dry jacket, alongside the Sherman 3 pants. This combination provides a stylish, fully functional, and safety-oriented riding suit with a focus on spring and fall touring. Officially classified as touring/

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Fly-and-Ride Packing Essentials

Flying with motorcycle gear comes with our job. After years of traveling around the world with precious riding gear, camera equipment, and other motorcycling essentials, we’ve got the packing down to a science.  Here are the most common items we’ll pack for a fly-and-ride trip. For tips on

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Review: Klim Marrakesh—Klim’s Most Comfortable Riding Gear

When Klim introduced the Marrakesh jacket and gloves. I was sold the first time I tried them on.  Generally, I don’t have much of a problem finding riding jackets or gloves that fit well. Pants, on the other hand, are a completely different story, so when Klim announced the

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2024 Holiday Buyers Guide

You may have seen the 2024 Holiday Buyers Guide published in the Nov/Dec '24 print issue of RoadRUNNER. Here you will find all of these products, along with links to purchase these items for your convenience. Happy holiday shopping! Alpinestars - Tech-Air 5 Airbag System Protect yourself during

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Review: REV’IT! Overshirt Tracer Air 2

When it’s 100 degrees out, you still need proper riding gear. We explained in our Aug ‘23 issue that hiding your skin from the sun’s rays actually keeps you cooler, so you have no excuse not to wear a jacket—or, in this case, something that looks more

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Review: Dainese Laguna Seca Two-Piece Leather Suit

When it comes to technical motorcycle leathers, shopping around usually doesn’t take too long since only a handful of companies make them. During my KTM Duke lineup test, I knew I faced a mix of road and track, so I needed leathers. I settled on the Dainese Laguna Seca

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Review: Klim Artemis Jacket and Pants

The Klim Artemis jacket and pants piqued my interest in the ever-evolving landscape of women's motorcycle gear. Designed by women for women, this motorcycle suit promises exceptional protection and day-long comfort across diverse terrains and weather conditions. The importance of reliable gear cannot be overstated and in my

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Review: Klim Sixxer Leather Jacket

The leather motorcycle jacket serves as a badge of honor of sorts. It’s a look that dates back to just after WWII when motorcycle clubs began to organize and the distinct style of an “American biker” was formed. Leather jackets became an iconic trend that stuck around and for

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Vanson Leathers: From Versailles to Fall River

Back in the mid-1900s, most any gathering of motorcyclists would be dominated by leather clad riders. Leather offered warmth, abrasion protection, and style. The epicenter of Euro-centric leather motorcycle style was the Ace Cafe in London, where ton-up boys on their BSAs, Triumphs, and Nortons wore now-iconic leather jackets. Starting

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Review: Dainese Racing 4 Leather Jacket

Dainese takes what it learns at the premiere level of world championship road racing and applies it to its street products. The Racing 4 leather jacket is a solid choice for both the serious sport rider and the casual tourer, and everybody in between. The jacket is made from premium