Motorcycle Riding Gear

Riding gear is clothing built to protect you on the bike: jackets, vests, pants, chaps, boots, gloves, armor and eye protection. Casual wear like T-shirts, patches and belts is in Biker Lifestyle, and helmets have their own helmet collection.

After a helmet, most riders start with a jacket, gloves and over-the-ankle boots, then add eye protection and riding pants or chaps. Those pieces cover the parts of the body that take the most contact in a fall. You can build from there as you learn how and where you ride.

Leather offers strong abrasion resistance and suits cruising and club riding. Textile gear is usually lighter, often includes waterproof liners and vents, and works well for commuting and touring in mixed weather. Mesh trades protection from the elements for airflow on hot days. Many riders own both a leather and a textile or mesh jacket.

Washington requires a helmet for riders and passengers. Eye protection (glasses, goggles or a face shield) is required unless the motorcycle has a windshield. Other gear is not required by law, but it is what protects you in a fall. Check RCW 46.37.530 for the current wording.

Snug enough that it stays in place, with room to move in your riding position. Jackets should cover your wrists and lower back when you reach for the bars, and any armor should sit over your shoulders, elbows and knees. Use the size chart on each product, or try gear on at our Lakewood store.

Yes. We offer in-store sewing and alterations at our Lakewood store, so gear that is close can often be adjusted to fit. Bring the piece in and our team can tell you what is possible.