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Helmet (Legal Requirement)
⚠️ Wearing a helmet is a legal requirement when riding a motorcycle in the UK. You cannot use a non-approved helmet!
UK-approved helmet standards:
• UNECE 22.05 — still legal and valid
• UNECE 22.06 — the latest standard
• BS 6658:1985 + BSI Kitemark
💷 Budget: £80–£250 (good quality)
Recommended brands: Shoei, Arai, AGV, HJC, Shark, Scorpion, Schuberth, Bell, LS2
Recommended brands: Shoei, Arai, AGV, HJC, Shark, Scorpion, Schuberth, Bell, LS2
🔹 Full-face helmets are recommended. NEVER buy a used helmet — drop damage is invisible from outside.
Body Protection
| Gear | Budget | What to Look For |
|---|---|---|
| Jacket | £120–£350 | CE-approved armour (shoulders, elbows, back). Waterproof |
| Trousers | £100–£300 | CE knee and hip armour. Riding jeans or textile |
| Gloves | £40–£140 | CE-approved, knuckle protection, good grip |
| Boots | £90–£250 | Above ankle, reinforced toe and heel |
CE Protection Levels:
• CE Level 1: Basic protection
• CE Level 2: Higher impact protection (thicker/heavier but safer)
• AAA rating: Highest for motorcycle jeans
Brands & Shops
Recommended brands:
• Clothing/Armour: Alpinestars, Dainese, RST, Richa, Rev'It, Knox, Oxford, Furygan
• Helmets: Shoei, Arai, AGV, HJC, Shark, Bell
Major UK shops:
• SportsBikeShop — online + stores
• J&S Accessories — stores across UK
• Infinity Motorcycles — London stores
• Urban Rider — London store + online
• Motolegends — Guildford showroom + online
• Demon Tweeks — major online retailer
Saving tips:
• Watch for seasonal sales
• Buy last season's colours
• Consider textile over leather (cheaper)
• Don't cheap out on helmet and gloves
• You can buy second-hand gear — EXCEPT helmets!
• Clothing/Armour: Alpinestars, Dainese, RST, Richa, Rev'It, Knox, Oxford, Furygan
• Helmets: Shoei, Arai, AGV, HJC, Shark, Bell
Major UK shops:
• SportsBikeShop — online + stores
• J&S Accessories — stores across UK
• Infinity Motorcycles — London stores
• Urban Rider — London store + online
• Motolegends — Guildford showroom + online
• Demon Tweeks — major online retailer
Saving tips:
• Watch for seasonal sales
• Buy last season's colours
• Consider textile over leather (cheaper)
• Don't cheap out on helmet and gloves
• You can buy second-hand gear — EXCEPT helmets!
Seasonal Considerations
Summer:
• Mesh jacket with armour
• Light but protected gloves
• Sun visor or tinted visor
Winter:
• Waterproof layers
• Heated grips or gloves
• Neck warmer / balaclava
• Thermal base layers
• Pinlock anti-fog visor insert
• Mesh jacket with armour
• Light but protected gloves
• Sun visor or tinted visor
Winter:
• Waterproof layers
• Heated grips or gloves
• Neck warmer / balaclava
• Thermal base layers
• Pinlock anti-fog visor insert
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