Gear: Icon Airmada helmet

What do you want out of a motorcycle helmet? All-day comfort? Good ventilation? A visor that won’t fog no matter what? Aerodynamics that keep it stable and comfy at high speeds, even when turning your head? Probably stuff like low … Continued

Gear: Alpinestars Vika leather suit

By now, you know the standard formula for making a women’s leather suit: take an outdated guy’s item, widen the hips and sew on some tribal roses. Make sure it’s only offered in a condescending color palette and, voila, job … Continued

Gear: Schuberth SR1 helmet

The Schuberth SR1 is amazing. No, really. The first time you try it on, you’ll stop dead in your tracks and reevaluate what you previously considered acceptable in terms of fit and construction. Every line, every pad, every panel and … Continued

This is what Dainese D-Air Street looks like

In two weeks time, Dainese be showing off this vest at the EICMA show. That’s significant, because it’s the first street-oriented airbag that doesn’t require a tethered connection to the bike, meaning it doesn’t have to wait until you’re already … Continued

The luckiest Harley rider ever

“Dumbass is lucky he didn’t get road rashed up,” writes Adey. How is it he can crash on The Snake in race leathers, I can crash in everything-but-jeans, but this dumbass, who can’t even wear a DOT helmet, just walks … Continued

Crash Tested: HJC RPHA Max modular helmet

This is the helmet I was wearing when a crashed a couple weeks ago. It only made light contact with the ground, but I’m a better safe than sorry type, so it’s being retired. That’s a shame because this new … Continued