Choosing Motorcycle Protective Gear

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Motorcycle protective gear such as helmets, leather jackets, gloves and boots protect motorcycle riders from road rash and motorcycle wrecks. Learn how to choose motorcycle protective gear in this free video series.

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Buying a Leather Motorcycle Jacket
Leather motorcycle jackets, whether classic leather jackets or contemporary, protect riders from the road rash caused by motorcycle wrecks. Learn how to choose a leather motorcycle jacket in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Buying a Textile Motorcycle Jacket
Vented textile motorcycle jackets are cool in traffic, and many contain Kevlar and body armor for added protection in motorcycle wrecks. Learn how to choose a textile motorcycle jacket in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Choosing a Body Suit for Riding a Motorcycle
Motorcycle racing suits are strictly leather and are highly protective. Learn how to choose a body suit for motorcycle riding in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Choosing a Cruiser Helmet
A skull cap or no helmet at all is popular for cruiser riders, but consider purchasing a motorcycle helmet that is Snell approved. Learn how to choose a cruiser helmet in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Choosing a Motocross Helmet
Tough, open-faced helmets are popular for motocross riding, and some have built in visors. Learn how to choose a motocross helmet in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Choosing a Motorcycle Jacket
Choose a motorcycle jacket with body armor to give added protection from motorcycle wrecks. Learn how to choose a motorcycle jacket in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Choosing a Sports Bike Helmet
Full-face helmets are very popular for sport bike riders, and they offer great protection for motorcycle riders. Learn how to choose a sports bike helmet in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Choosing Motocross Gear
Basic motocross gear, or dirt bike gear, includes helmets, jerseys and pants. Learn how to choose motocross gear in this free video on buying motocross gear.

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Choosing Motorcycle Boots
Motorcycle boots should cover the ankle and protect the toes. Learn how to choose footwear for motorcycle riding in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Choosing Motorcycle Gloves
Motorcycle gloves, whether leather or textile, protect a motorcycle riders hands in the even of a motorcycle wreck. Learn how to choose motorcycle gloves in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Fitting a Motorcycle Jacket
Whether the motorcycle jacket is textile, leather or perforated leather, it should fit snugly on the motorcycle rider. Learn how to fit a motorcycle jacket in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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How to Buy a Motorcycle Helmet
Motorcycle safety equipment, such as a motorcycle helmet, is the most important thing to consider when purchasing a bike. Find out how to choose a motorcycle helmet in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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How to Care for a Motorcycle Helmet
Motorcycle protective gear can be expensive, so properly caring for motorcycle gear is essential. Learn how to care for a motorcycle helmet in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.

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Tags: gear, motorcycle, sport, Motocross, bikes, motorcycles

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Summary: Motorcycle protective gear may be expensive, but it is far cheaper than the medical bills incurred from laying down a motorcycle. Helmets, leather jackets and textile jackets, boots and gloves offer protection from motorcycle wrecks and road rash. Leather jackets and the fabric on textile jackets protect a motorcycle rider's skin from road rash with the aid of body armor inserts. There are many types of motorcycle jackets and helmets to choose from. Even among motorcycle jackets there are so many options, which makes choosing motorcycle protective gear somewhat overwhelming for the beginner biker.

Learn how to choose motorcycle protective gear in this free video series featuring motocross racer Sheryl Daines. Daines gives expert tips on choosing motorcycle protective gear such as how to choose a motorcycle helmet, how to choose a cruiser helmet, how to choose a sport bike helmet, how to choose a leather motorcycle jacket, how to choose a textile motorcycle jacket, how to fit a motorcycle jacket, how to choose motorcycle gloves, and how to care for motorcycle protective gear.

About the Expert

Expert: Sheryl Daines has worked in the motorcycle retail industry for approximately ten years. She is a proud owner of a ZX6 and an experienced motocross racer. Sheryl loves helping customers at Woods Fun Center where she has worked for nearly two years.