The Race blog is for riders who spend time on the track. Read how one-piece and two-piece leather suits differ, why a race suit should fit snug, and when to repair or replace one. Other posts look at MotoGP penalties, leg dangle, aerodynamics, winter trackday layers, and simple fixes for scratches and loose seams in leather gear.
Tired of gear that doesn't fit? Read how riders found safety and comfort with Motospeeds custom sizing. Design your perfect-fit motorbike race gear today.
Womens motorcycle race suits come in women's sizes US 6 to US 18, plus a Custom Size option. Learn how to measure chest, waist, hip and inseam, read the women's size chart and check the fit in a...
How should a motorcycle jacket fit? Snug, not tight. Learn to check the fit in your riding position, where the shoulder, elbow and back armor should sit, how much room to leave for a warm layer, how...
How to choose a motorcycle race suit in five checks: the leather, the CE armor and back protector, the knee sliders and seams, the fit in the riding tuck, and one-piece or two-piece style. Then match...
Your knees often hit the ground first in a slide. In a good fit, the knee armor sits over your kneecap when you are in your riding position. The suit feels firm at the thigh and calf but still lets...
How should a motorcycle race suit fit? Snug when you stand and comfortable in the riding crouch. This checklist walks through each area: armor on the shoulders, elbows and knees, sleeve and leg...
Cowhide and kangaroo leather both protect you in a slide, but they feel different. Cowhide is thick and heavy, and it costs less. Kangaroo leather is thin and light, so it bends more easily and feels...
Racing gear protects you in layers. Leather or textile fights road wear in a slide. Armor in the shoulders, elbows, knees, hips and back takes the hit. A snug fit keeps the armor where it should be...
The Kawasaki Ninja H2R is a track bike, and its race suit needs to match. Look for thick leather, extra panels at the shoulders, elbows and knees, and seams sewn in more than one pass. Most of all...
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Not all riding leather is the same. Full-grain hide is the outer layer of the skin, and it lasts longer in a slide than split leather. Strong stitching keeps seams closed. Armor pockets hold pads...
Many riders lose protection through simple mistakes. The most common are the wrong size, armor that sits off the joints, comfort picked over protection, and weak seams. Others skip gloves or boots...
A matching motorcycle gear set should fit you in the riding position, not just look good. One-piece suits work well for track days and sport riding. Two-piece suits are easier for street use and warm...
A custom suit is cut to your own sizes, so the armor sits on your shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Loose gear shifts in a crash. Tight gear wears you out. Track riders often pick a one-piece suit...
