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Merlin Drax II D30 Boots

A great pair of stylish motorcycle boots.

Merlin makes some fantastic motorcycle gear. The Merlin Drax II D30 Boots are a perfect example. They blend work-wear style with true motorcycle-gear-levels of protection. Let’s take a closer look at these boots.

Are Leather Motorcycle Jackets Warm?

This an important question with a simple answer.

Leather motorcycle jackets are a staple in the wardrobe of any serious motorcycle rider. They are stylish, durable, and provide protection from the elements. But one of the most common questions asked by new riders is: are leather motorcycle jackets warm? Let’s take a closer look at this important question.

15 Best Cruiser Motorcycle Jackets

Here are the best motorcycle jackets for cruiser riders.

Finding the best cruiser motorcycle jacket can be tough, but it’s necessary. You simply need a good jacket.

I’m an unabashed fan of cruiser motorcycles. However, I see far too many guys who ride cruisers doing so with inadequate gear. You should start with a helmet, but after that, I suggest getting a good jacket. To help you find it, I’ve put together a list of the 15 best cruiser motorcycle jackets that you should check out.

These aren’t all of the motorcycle jackets out there designed for guys and girls who ride cruisers, Harley-Davidson sells plenty of its own branded jackets that are quite good. However, if you don’t want a Harley-branded jacket, keep reading.

15 Best Cafe Racer Jackets

Looking for the best cafe racer jackets? This list is for you.

I recently wrote about cafe racer helmets, but now I want to touch on the best cafe racer jackets. If you ride one of these bikes you need the right jacket.

Cafe racers are as much about style as they are anything else. Riding one is about the speed and experience of riding an old-school, custom, or retro-styled bike, but it’s also about the gear you wear and how it fits with the bike.

Here are my top picks for jackets that not only provide ample protection and features but give you what you need in terms of cafe racer style.

5 Best Motorcycle Riding Shirts

If you want to stay protected but don’t want to wear a typical motorcycle jacket, a motorcycle riding shirt is a perfect way to go.

Riding shirts combine casual shirt style and comfort with motorcycle jacket style protection and features to give you a lightweight option that still provides good protection while riding.

Let’s take a look at some of the best riding shirts out there. These shirts blend a good number of features with fashionable styling.

Merlin Slink Shoes – Everything You Need to Know

If you’re looking for a smartly styled and sensible riding shoe option, make sure you check out the Merlin Slink WP shoes that recently showed up.

I’ve discussed motorcycle shoes previously. They’re a great option for folks who don’t want bulky motorcycle boots. Riding shoes are lighter, very comfortable on and off the bike, and usually more affordable. You can find them for as low as $100, in some cases.

While the Merlin Slink WP shoes don’t fall into that price range, they are well under $200. Let’s take a closer look.

Merlin Gable WP Jacket – Everything You Need to Know

I’ve written about Merlin gear before, but the company has a new motorcycle jacket worth taking note of, the Merlin Gable WP Jacket.

This jacket blends fashionable style with high-quality leather and waterproof capability.

Let’s take a closer look at what this new jacket from Merlin offers.

Merlin Minworth Heated Gloves – Everything You Need to Know

If you want to stay warm and dry during the cold weather riding months, then the Merlin Minworth Heated Gloves could be a great choice.

These gloves blend style, waterproofing, and electric heating into one fantastic pair of motorcycle gloves.

Let’s take a closer look at them and see what makes these gloves special.

Merlin Kurkbury Jacket – Everything You Need to Know

Looking for a fantastic traditionally styled motorcycle jacket? Check out the Merlin Kurkbury jacket.

This Merlin jacket blends the most advanced technical fabric with traditional style to provide riders with a jacket that harkens back to yesteryear’s riding with today’s protection.

Let’s take a closer look at what makes this jacket truly special.

Merlin Chigwell Utility Jacket

If you’re looking for a good utility jacket that’s designed specifically for motorcycle riders, check out the Merlin Chigwell Utility Jacket.

Merlin makes amazing gear, and I’ve extolled the virtues of the brand’s various pieces of gear in previous articles, but I have to say that this particular jacket looks to be the real deal.

Built with plenty of pockets and rugged styling, the Chigwell will give you everything you need and more.