The Classic Leather Motorcycle Jacket: What to Look for and Some Great Options

The classic leather motorcycle jacket is ingrained in motorcycle culture like nothing else. It’s featured in films and permeated American culture in ways that no other garment has in decades. It has practically defined what a motorcycle jacket is or should be.

And it’s still going strong. While this classic design might not have the clout in the motorcycle world that it once did, it’s still a popular item, and because of that, I wanted to take a closer look at it and makes some recommendations.

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The Best Motorcycle Camping Stoves to Buy

If you’re anything like me, you love a good spring, summer, or fall camping trip, and any trip is better on a motorcycle. Cooking is an important part of this and you need to think about what are the best motorcycle camping stoves for your purposes.

Everyone is different, and everyone camps differently, especially when riding a motorcycle. Some folks like to go all out with their luggage options and accessories to the bike, while others like to go the minimalist route and simply slip on a backpack and strap a tarp to the rear fender.

However you choose to do things, you’ll need a good camp stove, and you might as well shop the best motorcycle camping stoves out there. Here’s what you need to know while shopping and some options for you.

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Yamaha XS650 Bobber By Eastern Spirit Garage

Of all the types of bikes out there I love bobbers the most. It’s these bikes that first drew me to motorcycles. The simplicity of them. And this Yamaha XS650 bobber built by Eastern Spirit Garage is a perfect example of the kind of custom bike I love.

The Yamaha XS650 is a common motorcycle for customizing, and it’s clear why, it can be made into anything, and looks great as a cafe racer, scrambler, or (as seen here) bobber.

This particular bike is an excercise in simplicity and attention to detail. It’s a master work built by master craftsmen.

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20 Best Harley-Davidson Boots

Harley-Davidson motorcycle boots are part of the whole package. Harley riders are in a unique position in that they can get Harley-Davidson branded gear for just about everything. That means helmets, jackets, gloves, and of course boots.

Another great thing is that these pieces of Harley gear are some of the best out there in terms of quality. When it comes to finding the right boots, you want to look for the best Harley-Davidson boots. Harley has tons of great pairs of boots, but I wanted to put together a list of only the very best boots the company sells.

When I say best, I’m thinking of three things: protection, comfort, and style. I combed through all of the options available from Harley and pulled the ones that are the best in terms of those three things. Hopefully, this list will make your search for the best Harley-Davidson boots a little easier.

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Roundup: 3 Best Motorcycle News Stories of the Week – May 22

At the end of the week, I like to take a good look at the motorcycle news that’s out there and do a good news roundup here on Wind Burned Eyes. I think it’s a great way for me and my readers to stay up to date with what matters.

With that in mind, let’s jump into the news of the week in the world of motorcycles. Savic Motorcycles, Indian Motorcycle, and Harley-Davidson are in the news this week.

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10 Best Adventure Motorcycle Gloves

Having the right gear for adventure riding is important, and having the best adventure motorcycle gloves for your purposes is an absolute must. Everyone uses their adventure bike in different ways, so it’s hard to recommend the best gloves for everyone, but I’ve showcased 10 pairs below and that should cover most bases.

An adventure rider is going to see a lot of different types of terrain and riding conditions, and that means that he or she needs to have a pair of gloves that are as versatile as his or her bike. I’ve talked about other types of adventure motorcycle gear before, like adventure boots, and as important as those types of gear are, having the right pair of gloves really makes a big difference.

With all that in mind, I’ll not waste any more of your time. Here are my top picks for the 10 best adventure motorcycle gloves.

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1-Person Motorcycle Tents for Biker Camping Road Trips

Are you planning a motorcycle road trip? If so, you’ll need the right gear, and that means a tent. If you’re traveling alone, you need a 1-person tent. Finding the right tent can be tough, but you need to make sure to get something that will work for motorcyclists.

While many riders prefer to travel with others, I’ve always enjoyed a solo road trip, and on those road trips, I don’t want to carry a big three person tent with me. When I’m going on a solo road trip, I grab a 1-person tent and and head on my way. Here’s what you need to know about 1-person tents and a couple of options.

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CCM Spitfire Six

Do you want a unique production motorcycle that looks as good as any custom build out there? Check out CCM from England. The CCM Spitfire Six is the company’s latest creation and it’s beautiful. It’s a cooler tracker, scrambler style motorcycle.

CCW stands for Clews Competition Motorcycles, and they build bikes in low volumes. For example, only 300 of the Spitfire Six will be made.

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Roundup: 3 Best Motorcycle News Stories of the Week – May 15

At the end of the week, I like to do a roundup of the motorcycle news article I write over at Web Bike World. I pull the three best motorcycle news stories and showcase them here.

This week, Harley-Davidson, Cake, and Energica are all the key players in the news this week. Let’s take a closer look.

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5 Best Motorcycle Waxes and Polishes

You want your motorcycle to look good right? That means you not only have to keep your bike clean but you’ll need to use the best motorcycle waxes and polishes to ensure that it looks awesome.

With that in mind, here are some of the best waxes and polishes out there. These are highly rated and products that you can use on your bike to get a shine like no other.

I’ve owned many bikes over the years and if there’s one thing I’ve done with my bikes, it’s making sure they shine and look good. It doesn’t matter if they’re a cafe racer, a bobber, or a cruiser. These are the best motorcycle waxes and polishes to make your bike do that.

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