Bike Kit
Motorcycle lifts and benches buying guide | How they make bike maintenance a joy and our favourites
14 September 2023 by
Nothing beats the feeling of accomplishment you get from working on your own motorbike. Whether you’re simply cleaning the chain or getting your hands dirty with something more serious, almost every...
These waterproof suits are the best way to stay dry on your motorcycle. Here are five we've tested
14 September 2023 by
Motorcycle waterproofs can be a real life-saver – especially in the UK where even the sunniest of mornings can become torrential afternoons. There’s plenty of purpose-made waterproof kit on the market...
Best waterproof motorcycle boots | A guide to finding fashionable footwear to keep your feet dry
14 September 2023 by
A decent pair of waterproof motorcycle boots should be essential kit in every biker’s armoury. There’s nothing worse than riding with cold, wet feet, regardless of how far you’ve got to go, as not...
Keep corrosion at bay with the best rust-prevention products for your motorbike
14 September 2023 by
Rust is the enemy of the motorcyclist, especially if you ride all year round, whatever the weather. Once corrosion sets in it is extremely hard to get rid of and can make a once beautiful machine look...
MCN's guide to the best motorcycle backpacks with our tried and tested favourites
14 September 2023 by
From time to time, you will need to carry things with you when you head out on your bike, there are a number of motorcycle luggage options including tail packs, top boxes, tank bags, saddle bags or...
Motorcycle boots buying guide | MCN's top picks and pro tips to step up your ride in 2025
14 September 2023 by
Motorcycle boots might be worn at the lowest part of your body, but that doesn’t make them the lowest priority thing to buy when considering your riding kit. Yes, they can make your feet feel like...
Best motorcycle tailbags tried and tested by expert MCN staff
14 September 2023 by
Even the most leisure-based weekend warrior will occasionally need to transport stuff by motorcycle. Whether for nipping away on a riding trip on your tourer, commuting to work on a scooter or...
Motorcycle Jump Packs Buying Guide | Bring your bike back from the grave in a flash here on MCN
14 September 2023 by
There’s no worse feeling than getting ready to go to ride only to hop on, press the ignition, and be met with nothing but cold dead silence. We’re all secretly hoping it won’t happen every time we...
MCN's favourite FIM homologated motorcycle helmets | Tried and tested for thousands of miles
14 September 2023 by
Whether you’re looking for an authentic race replica for the road or want to take to the track wearing the best protection available, then an FIM homologated motorcycle helmet Could be for you.
Torquing heads... A guide to the best motorcycle torque wrenches, an essential tool for any fettler
14 September 2023 by
Pretty much every nut and bolt on your motorcycle will have a pre-determined torque figure according to the manufacturer, so every motorbike toolkit should include a torque wrench. Whether you just...
The best portable and onboard motorcycle toolkits as chosen by MCN's team of experts
14 September 2023 by
There are times when you need some tools with you on a ride. It might be a day out or a long tour, but somewhere along the line you might need a portable and onboard motorcycle toolkit to do a little...
Courier style: Best motorcycle top boxes
14 September 2023 by
Motorcycle top boxes are bought mainly for functional reasons. No-one buys a top box because they want to improve the look of their bike so functionality has to come first. While it may not be as...
We ride hundreds of thousands of miles per year and these are the best chain lubes we've found for all conditions
14 September 2023 by
Chain lube is an essential maintenance spray for any motorcycle that uses a drive chain (which is the vast majority). Chain cleaning and lubrication is an important step in chain care and should be a...
A guide to cleaning your motorcycle chain including tips and the best cleaners
14 September 2023 by
Looking after your motorcycle chain is a really important chore, after all it is the part of your bike that runs the power to your rear wheel unless you own a belt or shaft-driven motorcycle. So chain...
Strong start: Best motorcycle batteries as picked by MCN
14 September 2023 by
We’re all guilty of taking our motorcycle batteries for granted until they eventually run out. Whether it’s through lack of use or the battery is aged and discharging you’ll need a new one at some...
The best motorcycle battery chargers in 2025 | Revive your bike's battery with MCN's top rated
14 September 2023 by
There’s a strong case for dedicated motorcycle battery chargers. Most batteries will become discharged if the bike is left alone for a period of time (sometimes as little as a couple of weeks), and...
The best motorcycle cleaning products tried and tested by MCN | The stuff that really works
14 September 2023 by
Some bikers relish getting out the bucket and sponge and setting about cleaning their motorcycle with all manner of lotions and potions – but I am definitely not one of them. The easier you can make...
Your guide to top motorcycle camping tents for self-sufficient touring adventures, whatever your budget
14 September 2023 by
Motorcycle camping tents are a home away from home that can be carried on your touring bike on any self-sufficient motorcycle camping adventure. It’s where you rest your weary head after a day in the...
MCN's complete guide to heated motorcycle gloves | A deep dive into the holy grail of winter kit
14 September 2023 by
If you’ve been riding in winter for any significant time, you’ll know there’s one part of your body that gets numb before anywhere else — and it’s horrible. Even thermal motorcycle gloves won’t...
Tried and tested: ABS plastic fairings review
13 September 2023 by
Following my booking of my first track day, I decided to switch out the OEM fairings on my ZXR400 as a precautionary measure in case of any accidents during the event. Since I needed to commute to and...
Muc-Off help to clean-up crime: Tracker holder gives bikers an affordable security solution
11 September 2023 by
Muc-Off have released a special motorbike security device to keep Apple’s new AirTag tracking devices hidden and tamper-proof in a bid to keep bike thieves at bay. The handy Apple AirTag holder can...
Tried and tested: Sena 20S Evo review
11 September 2023 by
This Sena 20S Evo motorcycle intercom is the latest in the comms specialists’ range of Bluetooth-powered hardware. It isn’t mesh compatible (though you can add it with a £99 optional adapter), so it...
Tried and tested: Dainese Racing 3 jacket review
06 September 2023 by
This Dainese Racing 3 jacket was launched back in 2017 and updated with the Racing 4 version in 2022. It featured some light upgrades and new colours, but both versions are essentially the same.
It’s ice to meet you: Zerofit promise summertime comfort with cooling new Ice Weave base layers
06 September 2023 by
Undersuit and base layer experts Zerofit, the Japanese brand who claim to manufacture the ‘world’s warmest base layer’, are now offering something to help keep you seriously cool this summer, with...
Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa V4 SP review: Racey tyres that also work on the road
01 September 2023 by
The Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa tyre has always been the fast road/trackday rider’s motorcycle tyre of choice, as well as standard equipment on the tastiest super nakeds and superbikes. It’s a hard act...
Shoei Neotec 3 review | This feature-packed flip front has set a new benchmark for top-spec helmets
01 September 2023 by
The Shoei Neotec 3 is the latest version of the Tokyo based manufacturer’s highly regarded modular motorcycle helmet. As an evolution of the six-year-old Neotec 2, it’s been significantly updated to...
Riding jeans review: Weise Gator tried and tested
31 August 2023 by
There are plenty of riding jeans available on the market; single or multiple layers, classic or contemporary style, different colours or jeggings for female riders. However, if you’re after a pair of...
Riding jeans review: Merlin Warren tried and tested
31 August 2023 by
It’s not difficult to find a pair of riding jeans that look, feel and fit like a pair of regular jeans. The Merlin Warren cargo jeans are a variation on a theme, with a completely different design...
Riding jeans review: Bull-it Covert Evo tried and tested
31 August 2023 by
There’s a comprehensive range of Bull it motorcycle jeans, right at the top of which are the Covert Evo Covec. These straight cut jeans claim to offer high levels of protection and are intended for...
Riding jeans review: Spada Rigger tried and tested
31 August 2023 by
One of the most hotly-contested areas of motorcycle clothing at the moment is riding jeans; just about every kit manufacturer has at least one pair in its wardrobe, such as these Spada motorcycle...
Riding jeans review: Furygan K11 X Kevlar tried and tested
31 August 2023 by
There are plenty of riding jeans around on the market and if you are after a pair, you are faced with several decisions; what protective CE rating will you accept? Do you want single-layer jeans or...
Riding jeans review: Oxford Original Approved tried and tested
31 August 2023 by
The latest raft of material technology now means that single-layer jeans can do the same job but without the need for heavyweight denim outer layer and a separate protective layer acting as a liner.
Riding jeans review: Bull-It Tactical Icon tried and tested
31 August 2023 by
Bull it Tactical Icon jeans are the lightest in the range, yet claim to offer the same high-end performance as their more substantial siblings. MCN editor Richard Newland has been trying out a pair of...
MCN's best women's motorcycle leggings and jeans tested by our female riders
31 August 2023 by
The market for women’s motorcycle gear has been growing steadily in recent years, giving female bikers a wider choice both in terms of fit and protection. If you are a casual rider who isn’t looking...
Leathers review: Dainese Mugello R crash tested
31 August 2023 by
Tested by Bruce Dunn for four years, 10,000 miles The Mugello R D-air is Dainese’s very highest specification leather race suit and it’s as close as you can get to wearing what MotoGP and WSB stars...
Best textile motorcycle trousers tried and tested by MCN to complete your two piece suit
31 August 2023 by
Getting the best textile motorcycle trousers to go with your textile jacket is a key element of sorting your motorcycling kit. Many manufacturers will produce a matching pair of trousers – or...