Basic Motorcycling Gear And Accessories

Motorcycles are unlike any other sort of vehicle due to their design. They generally have two inline wheels which make them inherently precarious. Aside from that, every type of motorcycle aims to take on a particular need or situation.

Because of that, there are a number accessories that protect the rider and cover the demands of his/her bike. Below is a list of a few of them.

1. Crash helmet

this is by far the most crucial accessory that any motorcyclist must have. Since the bike is unstable, there are a lot of chances of a disastrous crash than any other type

of vehicle. For instance, there are no airbags to buffer the impact, not even a seat belt. A crash helmet is the one which takes in the impact to the head in case of an accident. Riding without it could carry fatal consequences.


2. Gloves

are essential to any rider. For one, they help hold back cold from the hands

when driving in colder climates. Also, they're tough enough to protect hands from scrape in the event of a crash. And there are specified varieties that are designed to be weatherproof.


3. Boots

more than just adding up to a rider’s cool factor, a pair of motorcycling boots protects the feet of the rider during a crash. That's why the boots should be rugged enough to protect the feet from abrasion and impact.


4. Clothing

motorcycle clothing of old used to be made of sturdy leather which does well in protecting the rider from scratch during a crash. But a lot more riders now choose clothing that is made of synthetic materials since they're breathable and addresses some safety issues accompanied with riding motorcycles.
 



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Last updated on 29-07-2016 6K 0

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