5 Motorcycle Protective Gear Items You Need to Wear - What to Wear When Riding a Motorcycle

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  • Опубликовано: 11 дек 2024

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  • @TheHumanSpirit
    @TheHumanSpirit 6 лет назад +70

    "Your brain is the most important part on your body...other than your heart and...your skin...and -- anyway..."
    Just gave me a bit of a laugh. Good video man.

    • @kafael8362
      @kafael8362 4 года назад

      TheHumanSpirit just watched this for the first time and that gave me a good laugh too

    • @MatthewMurraycogswoth
      @MatthewMurraycogswoth 3 года назад

      Name checks out, needing a body is weird man

  • @MichaelFiame
    @MichaelFiame 8 лет назад +11

    I highly recommend Force Rider jeans, they are cut with a slim fit, dark wash, have kevlar where you need it, CE armor that goes in a pocket on the outside (not a loose inner pouch), and pads for your sides. Very comfortable because they are stretchy. Only $90 on ebay. They appear to be a small company but I was impressed by the quality; I use them every time I ride.

  • @hamadahamada696
    @hamadahamada696 4 года назад +4

    I like your videos . My son lost his left foot because he didn’t wear boot . I wish all motorcyclist watch your videos

  • @giff74
    @giff74 8 лет назад +11

    Great advice!
    Don't make the mistake I did when I got back into riding and buy one jacket and pants to "do it all." Get a summer set of gear and a winter set if you live in a cold/moderate winter climate.

  • @oliverallen5324
    @oliverallen5324 7 лет назад +23

    Salutations from EMS in SC.
    From all the calls I've been on, and from the research I'm reading now in motorcycle accidents, have to protect your extremities and your head. Basically all your joints will take a hit when you fall over, which is why a lot of gear is only CE rated on the elbows and shoulders(most likely strike points).
    Don't ride without. It ain't worth it. If you can't afford the gear you can't afford to take the fall either.
    There's lots of relatively cheap gear, some of which is CE rated on sites like Revzilla, fortnine, or bike bandit.
    Great videos. Subscribed.
    Stay alert, stay alive.

  • @saddle8bag
    @saddle8bag 7 лет назад +25

    Nice thing about boots besides the ankle protection is the fact that they'll stay on in an accident. I got in a serious one in shoes and I flew right out of them. Lost the nail on my big toe. Took forever for that thing to grow back and it still looks weird over 2 years later.
    Funny thing is, I tend to ride spiritedly and always wear gear. Accident happened just talking a short ride around a country block to dry off the bike, after a wash, in preparation for winterizing it. Ya just never know when you'll get bit.
    One other important bit of safety gear is a right hand rearview mirror. If you have to give one up for style, why that one? At least you can let go of the left bar to do a 180° headcheck. Not such a great idea on the right.

  • @MrMcbear
    @MrMcbear 7 лет назад +8

    Greetings! I'm a Firefighter in New Jersey and despite all the motorcycle accidents I've been to I will still be picking up my first bike this summer. Great video and tips! Stay safe out there brother.

  • @MDHenry4
    @MDHenry4 6 лет назад +7

    Even People with scooters need it... Good and simple.

  • @bigjon4806
    @bigjon4806 8 лет назад +9

    my son bought some "scorpion covert" pants. full length Kevlar and knee pad pockets and hip as well. I would also add to your boot comment. I would recommend at least boots, if you can get taller ones go for it. ankle is better the sneakers and calf hight is better then ankle. just my 2 cents. good video!

  • @danielbe4582
    @danielbe4582 5 лет назад +4

    Man thanks for all the information! Especially the tip with the protective jeans and that it needs to be good-looking enough so you would actually wear it. And I always wondered why the boots are so important, thanks for that too!

  • @CopperRidesBikes
    @CopperRidesBikes 5 месяцев назад

    Great video dude!

  • @dv2045
    @dv2045 7 лет назад +85

    wow, streets are really wide in America :(

    • @alphaforce6998
      @alphaforce6998 7 лет назад +73

      So are the women. :)

    • @Magical_Trash
      @Magical_Trash 5 лет назад +5

      Alpha Force 😂😂😂

    • @RJ-pk7sn
      @RJ-pk7sn 5 лет назад +1

      Love a good one liner

    • @Asimo44
      @Asimo44 4 года назад

      Depends on where you are and how compact the city is but for the most part yeah.

    • @TheG60528XiJinPing
      @TheG60528XiJinPing 4 года назад +1

      @@alphaforce6998 fck me lmao🤣

  • @velezwill
    @velezwill 7 лет назад

    I got the matte black when I got my Roadster . I love it.

  • @bgjr2304
    @bgjr2304 7 лет назад +2

    You're a great human being man, well done.
    Thank you for your time and effort.. Its worth it! I feel content when I watch your videos, I know I'm going to learn something, be entertained and inspired.
    You have great taste as well, THUMBS UP & SUBSCRIBED!

  • @justin555666
    @justin555666 7 лет назад +21

    Just got into my first accident on Saturday and got lucky. I only broke a few ribs and got banged up. Definitely wear your gear folks! My gear saved me for sure (helmet, jacket, gloves, boots), but I wish I had been wearing spinal protection. My spine hurt like a bitch the next day from rolling and it scares me to think that I easily could be paralyzed right now!

    • @justin555666
      @justin555666 7 лет назад +7

      Thanks man! Live and you learn. Good video by the way. Subscribed!

  • @ykcahmmhacky6484
    @ykcahmmhacky6484 4 года назад

    This is very helpful especially for motorcycle newbies like me. I just got my new Honda Click 125 Game Changer and I don't know much about motorcycles. All I do know of though is that the helmet is the most essential and important gear any rider should and must have. I'm looking for more gears that would be most appropriate and suitable to the kind of ride I have. But then I guess I'll just have to wait a little longer and wait til this Corona virus outbreak is over. Thanks for sharing this video. Ride safely! God bless! 😎👌

  • @EbolaSquirrel
    @EbolaSquirrel 4 года назад

    That looks like such a cool riding spot

  • @Allen_Roby
    @Allen_Roby 7 лет назад

    Just subscribed. Just bought my first bike, a Harley Fat Bob. Really like your videos and they have inspired me to build a Sportster Scrambler one day. Thank you for the videos! Air Force firefighter since 2008 :)

  • @garytaylor8707
    @garytaylor8707 4 года назад

    thanks for the safety info, good video

  • @cryptomaniac9435
    @cryptomaniac9435 3 года назад

    Getting my XSR soon, picked up a leather jacket, boots and gloves. Boots are some cheap combat ones but ill buy some better ones later.

  • @MrDavisel
    @MrDavisel 3 года назад

    Hey bro I really appreciate your videos I'm learning a lot. Could you please do a budget-friendly gear video

  • @JimFariello
    @JimFariello 6 лет назад

    Helmet, a good one w/face shield, rain suit w/rain gloves, leather coat w/leather chaps & HD gloves, steel tip hiking boots and a tool/emergency kit. These are the best things to start with for highway riding.

    • @theblackglove1001
      @theblackglove1001 6 лет назад

      While steel tipped hiking boots are a good option, it's always better to spend a little extra for riding boots. I broke my ankle because the bike fell on me after a crash. I was wearing a pretty good pair of hiking boots (made with really tough suede and tipped with a polymer that's stronger than steel) but they didn't do shit. If you can't afford a pair of specialised boots, hiking/ work boots are a good alternative.

  • @SmallTownBigWorld
    @SmallTownBigWorld 6 лет назад +1

    #6 good mindset!

  • @morganbright8914
    @morganbright8914 8 лет назад

    Great advice! make sure to look for high visibility gear. sure you might look dorky but it will help people see you.

  • @Spaxcore
    @Spaxcore 2 года назад +1

    The statistics on motorcycle injuries show that the vast majority of injuries are below knee and wrist fractures, so spend some money on high boots and good gloves. And obviously a helmet. No point protecting your tibia when you have severe brain damage.

  • @gjpapad
    @gjpapad 4 года назад

    very useful videos

  • @majorawol
    @majorawol 4 года назад

    I wear gear based on the environment and duration of the ride. Awareness is key, so if you over protect yourself at the expense of awareness because you're too hot or fatigued or under false security... you're being counter productive. But yeah, the basics, Helmet, gloves, and boots. But besides that... in the city, I chose visibility over armor. SO hi-viz vest, and often no armor or leather. On the highway, I like leather and slide protection (kevlar). Off road, I like armor and impact protection. But awareness is key. I got sandwiched on the highway and exploded my testicle by getting impaled on the steering (or maybe just impact against the gas tank?)... in any case... no amount of gear would have saved my nut. Only more awareness.

  • @lioncrest2384
    @lioncrest2384 Год назад

    Great vid I’ve seen people go 100mph wearing a tshirt

  • @ibrajimenez2098
    @ibrajimenez2098 4 года назад

    Wow dan used to ride a cafe racer! Cool. I've only seen the newest videos ! Haha cool cool!

  • @oreobestdogtoma
    @oreobestdogtoma 3 года назад

    Queen sit what kind of leather jacket is that you are wearing in this video. Thanks Mike

  • @koreywilliams4570
    @koreywilliams4570 6 лет назад +1

    What if you're commuting to and from work. Would You just wear the gear over your work stuff?

  • @rodm2895
    @rodm2895 5 лет назад

    when I had my motorcycle accident years ago the first thing that hit the floor was my head luckily I had a full face helmet. I didn't have gloves on and my hand was bare meat because of the asphalt

  • @TheAshishDdaviddShow
    @TheAshishDdaviddShow 6 лет назад

    i love this video.

  • @IIwII_usxx
    @IIwII_usxx 2 года назад

    i am from the future here to say that DOT isn’t a very good standard for helmets. it’s good to have on a helmet but for a quality lid it’s better to also see ECE on there. DOT only checks for straight fall downward impacts and doesn’t account for rotational impact, ECE checks for both and will make that what your head doesn’t get a massive hole is the side when you crash.

  • @BozInk
    @BozInk 6 лет назад

    Diggin speed and strength pants

  • @rossannalevine6309
    @rossannalevine6309 7 лет назад

    thank you exellent advice very protective gear is a must the whole body needs protection and your foots too. i could be a very good motorcycle rider but thats not going to stop some lunatics with the intent to shove me to the ground thanks. Nice video to the point i will fallow this advice or dont ride my bike at all

  • @bizme00
    @bizme00 8 лет назад

    very helpful. I'm interested in Harley's. Could you make another video or series about more related to this topic? Thanks

    • @bizme00
      @bizme00 8 лет назад

      That'd be a great idea for a video(s). Will look forward to it.

  • @iancarman
    @iancarman 8 лет назад

    I'm in the market for a new set of booties with a zip (i'm still rolling boots with laces like a peasant atm haha) and they look brilliant / sturdy. Unfortunately they're not readily available in Australia to try on so I may be gambling a bit with the size

  • @bizme00
    @bizme00 8 лет назад

    Hey Dan. Could you make a review on jackets? Thanks

  • @MrTunizzz
    @MrTunizzz Год назад

    What brand is your blue jacket

  • @jero2955
    @jero2955 3 года назад

    What do u recommend for makeshift armor? Like knee pads/protections and so
    My mum started to work in her bike but we don't have money to buy expensive protections but I have time and patience

  • @zeta5684
    @zeta5684 5 лет назад

    noob question, is there modular motorcyle protection? ( knee pads, elbow pads, back protector, crotch plate, chest plates, but for motorcycles? This way, can add protection gear to any outfit.) Would this style of protection be inefficient in comparison to the usual jackets and airbag vest?

  • @PORTMIAMIMIKE
    @PORTMIAMIMIKE 4 года назад

    What about if you’re riding a street cruiser?

  • @souldriven1688
    @souldriven1688 6 лет назад

    Thank you

  • @kingmikeakkingoftheocean2064
    @kingmikeakkingoftheocean2064 5 лет назад

    Hey I want to those boots what's the name of it and the Jeans

  • @KidAfro29
    @KidAfro29 Год назад

    I just want to ride :c I'm working really hard rn to get my first bike but its gunna take forever at this rate 😭 gotta save up for gear too.

  • @user-pe9jl2dy1i
    @user-pe9jl2dy1i 6 лет назад

    You recommend groin protection if so you know of any websites that sell short or pants that have groin protection

  • @marquez2390
    @marquez2390 5 лет назад

    Where is this? Beautiful place

  • @shawnofdanaukota3843
    @shawnofdanaukota3843 4 года назад

    Boots like tactical combat boots with the zipper types?

  • @loreljacq5744
    @loreljacq5744 5 лет назад

    Neck protector Super Motard dirt bike. Chest protector and a solid back protector. Gum shield . Groin protector. Shin protection. Proper Dirt bike boots. Camera rear view placed at back of bike facing other way with display mounted cockpit safety view. Plated bullet proof body armour as used by army police trust me right gear save you 100 hours of operations and may come out unscathed. 😱 Even if riding a 50cc or 1000cc being T boned at a junction has the same injuries or head on with a vehicle.

  • @jonenglish6617
    @jonenglish6617 6 лет назад

    Joe Rocket alter Ego killer all season gear

  • @CHIBA280CRV
    @CHIBA280CRV 7 лет назад

    Fantastic dude , anyway you can put the camera on a stationary location? Lol 😝 cause it gives me a headache and motion sickness looking at your video with your head moving all around ! And that is a sweet pair of looking boots , the helmet looks like a astronaut sold it to you , but pretty cool as well.. hey thanks bro ✌🏻Pearce .

  • @SeaTownGunner
    @SeaTownGunner 7 лет назад

    Hey Dan, Im thinking of getting the (Roland Sands Design Tracker Jacket) I know it doesnt come with armors. My qustion is: Do I need to size up if I want to buy all the armors? Thanks love the channel. Cheers

  • @DaddyRapunz
    @DaddyRapunz 8 лет назад

    I've been bad ever since I got back from Cali. all I've been wearing is my helmet but I need to kick that habit.

  • @ZakKypto
    @ZakKypto 7 лет назад

    DANDAN WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR CHROME VISOR FOR YOUR HELMET

  • @DMX-PAT
    @DMX-PAT 7 лет назад

    Where are you in this video? It just looks so beautiful there...

  • @hihowareya472
    @hihowareya472 8 лет назад

    Would my rothco jungle boots be good enough?

  • @achillesoftheclearwater1658
    @achillesoftheclearwater1658 6 лет назад

    I’m looking for a armored motorcycle jacket for summer but my price cap is $150 do you have any suggestions

  • @marklloyd4153
    @marklloyd4153 5 лет назад

    Is DOT certified better than the European versions of certification?

    • @PepRex
      @PepRex 5 лет назад +2

      No it's not.

    • @marklloyd4153
      @marklloyd4153 5 лет назад

      Pep Rex thanks was curious .

  • @skutertrash1
    @skutertrash1 8 лет назад

    What is your winter jacket? It didn't even look like it had armor in it.

  • @taheikoshun68
    @taheikoshun68 5 лет назад

    so I'm a pretty short dude, like 5' but I really want to get a motorcycle in the future. most likely a cruiser, but damn researching for protective gears suck when you're short asf. what do ya'll suggest i do? i can only find youth gear for racing lol, is that allowed?

  • @MrQwerty2524
    @MrQwerty2524 4 года назад +1

    Bruh, you're driving through the f'ing desert... That's actually pretty crazy...

  • @australophitecus7490
    @australophitecus7490 5 лет назад

    Just ride safe

  • @ArkhamCreed1
    @ArkhamCreed1 8 лет назад

    Sorry I was distracted by your goldfish pack. Ya me and my brother are going to have research moto gear.

  • @lp5398
    @lp5398 3 года назад

    I dont have my motorbike license but I see younger guys riding motorbikes with shorts..singlets and nike air maxes but I never see older more experienced riders dress like that

  • @kylohen
    @kylohen 6 лет назад

    what jacket is he wearing!!!

    • @ebiwanton
      @ebiwanton 6 лет назад

      Check the description. He lists everything he's wearing.

  • @austen9911
    @austen9911 7 лет назад +1

    Dude I low the bell helmets

    • @hazloner117
      @hazloner117 7 лет назад

      NEW AND IMPROVED loath? not trying to be a dick just confused

  • @AdrienneSlaysVariety
    @AdrienneSlaysVariety 6 лет назад

    👍🏼

  • @skirtskirtnico4113
    @skirtskirtnico4113 7 лет назад +5

    I don't ride"most likely cause I'm not fucking 16" but I save videos like this for when I do get a motorcycle thanks man I subbed

    • @andrez906
      @andrez906 7 лет назад +1

      Blind Bro Nico why did you say fucking like if your not 15 you shouldnt say that either

  • @krismatthews1528
    @krismatthews1528 5 лет назад

    So I’m new to street riding and want to know, heavy work boots, comp toe leather high top boots. Would that be ok or go get actual bike boots?

  • @danielwyatt6625
    @danielwyatt6625 5 лет назад

    My jeans shredded so get riding jeans

  • @MikeMike-jq9oy
    @MikeMike-jq9oy 8 лет назад +4

    are you actually a fireman ?

  • @ositangi9682
    @ositangi9682 6 лет назад

    Am I the only one who thinks it looks like GTA?

  • @lacix22
    @lacix22 5 лет назад

    Your name is actually DAN Dan?

  • @cadillacsmith5339
    @cadillacsmith5339 3 года назад

    Re-do this, stuff is not available.

  • @thetessellater9163
    @thetessellater9163 5 лет назад

    Good, valid advice for new bikers only? Experienced riders should have these as a minimum.
    My most cherished piece of gear is a full hi-viz bomber jacket over the protective gear, so that no-one will knock me off saying "sorry, man, I didn't see you". Had a few motorists thank me for making myself as visible as possible. And forget the "style" - this is irrelevant, safety is key.

  • @rsr3245
    @rsr3245 8 лет назад

    I always here "it is a hobby." y is that?

    • @rsr3245
      @rsr3245 8 лет назад

      DanDanTheFireman lol good deal. so u don't ride every day?

    • @rsr3245
      @rsr3245 8 лет назад

      DanDanTheFireman lol, I don't pay attention too often, lmao.

  • @SapienReach
    @SapienReach 5 лет назад

    Get a helmet , get a quality jacket😂😂 sound like a promotion videos

  • @albertblazys9533
    @albertblazys9533 7 лет назад

    Leather Jacket or vest. That is what a biker should wear. Leather is protective armour.

  • @IR088Y
    @IR088Y 5 лет назад

    5:34 ewwwwwww squid

  • @tinoteutsch1686
    @tinoteutsch1686 7 лет назад

    Way to expensive... for a 16 years old student

    • @RPhTom
      @RPhTom 7 лет назад

      There are less expensive options. Be patient and wait for sales on Revzilla.com . I bought a jacket for $99, motorcycle jeans for $99, gloves for $50, helmet for $70, and boots from salvation army for $20. Total was only $340. You can also shop for used gear on cragislist. Sometimes, the person selling you their bike will also throw in their old gear, too. I saw on the salvation army website a leather motorcycle jacket for $40.

    • @TrNdke
      @TrNdke 6 лет назад +2

      Gear is less expensive than being hospitalized.

    • @blablaforhknot
      @blablaforhknot 6 лет назад

      so you’d rather die and get hurt

  • @TheM7016
    @TheM7016 6 лет назад

    knee braces

  • @alphaforce6998
    @alphaforce6998 7 лет назад +2

    I think that the amount of gear you wear should be based on your riding style and location. One thing that the internet "safety weenies" never seem to bring up is the fact that there is an inverse relationship between the degree of gear you wear and the probability that you will actually crash or be in an accident.
    Think of it like this: would you rather have a higher chance to avoid an accident altogether, or have a higher chance to be in an accident but escape with less damage to your person.
    Lots of people around the world ride motorcycles daily in all types of conditions and with varying degrees of gear, from none to full suits. Some small percentage of that group will experience an accident/crash/fatality - while most will not. The internet makes it seem like crashes are frequent and highly probable, but for responsible riders, the real world probability of a crash is only slightly greater than that of an auto collision.
    To put it in perspective, we have 330M people in the USA, of which roughly 2/3 drive. So on any given day we have at least 200M traffic volume across the country. About 7% of that volume is motorcycles. In 2016 there were about 40K auto collision fatalities. Do that math - only 0.016% of people who drive end up in a fatal accident, with ~0.001% being motorcyclists.
    Granted that your chance for injury is higher on a motorcycle than a car in a non-fatal crash, that's where you have to roll the dice and decide if you want to encase yourself in expensive gear that may hinder your overall situational awareness by making you uncomfortable and dulling your senses OR if you want to dress for the occasion.
    A dude in a densely populated area riding a GSXR1000 pretending streets are motogp tracks should probably be in full one-piece gear with the best helmet he can get. Some other dude putting around on a Grom probably can get by with a helmet, gloves, pants and some good footwear that covers the angle - hell, even just a helmet and gloves are fine most of the time.
    The risk that comes along with riding is part of the thrill of riding. You can get seriously injured in a car accident, and your chances of being in a car accident are much higher. You could avert most injury you'd sustain in a car accident by installing a roll cage, multi-point harness, wearing a fire suit, helmet and neck brace. Why do you just hop in in shorts, t-shirt and flip-flops knowing that EVERY DAY someone is getting demolished in a car...if only they cocooned themselves in safety gear.

    • @SirLoinofBeef235
      @SirLoinofBeef235 5 лет назад

      If you do get in an accident you are 28 times more likely to die on a motorcycle, but stay cool by all means necessary

  • @sebgrabowski
    @sebgrabowski 5 лет назад

    Do not fit my style - the most stupid statement about safety what I heard in 2019. Honestly.

  • @robertneville2678
    @robertneville2678 4 года назад

    Yawn

  •  5 лет назад

    Your a good little boy, but your afraid to die and you are boring

  • @JaxonWalker-
    @JaxonWalker- 10 месяцев назад

    Salutations from EMS in SC.
    From all the calls I've been on, and from the research I'm reading now in motorcycle accidents, have to protect your extremities and your head. Basically all your joints will take a hit when you fall over, which is why a lot of gear is only CE rated on the elbows and shoulders(most likely strike points).
    Don't ride without. It ain't worth it. If you can't afford the gear you can't afford to take the fall either.
    There's lots of relatively cheap gear, some of which is CE rated on sites like Revzilla, fortnine, or bike bandit.
    Great videos. Subscribed.
    Stay alert, stay alive.