One of the reasons I’ve consistently used Shark helmets is their utilization of Formula One technology. For instance, Shark helmets have incredibly thick visors. The RSX and RSR2 models reportedly measure 3 mm thick, by far the thickest in the industry.
Another unique characteristic of Shark helmets is the crumple zone. Essentially, the makers of Shark designed the helmets so the impact force of an accident would be dispersed away from the wearer’s head. The crumple zone absorbs a lot of the force. For this reason a Shark helmet will appear much more damaged than other brands after an accident. In reality, the more beat up the helmet appears, the better protected the rider was upon impact.
Spring has sprung in much of the country, but brisk evenings, cool days and springtime weather still require motorcycle 
gloves to keep your hands and forearms warm and dry. Even a relatively warm day will feel cooler at 50 MPH and leave your hands vulnerable to chill. Summer is on the way, but until the daytime temp reaches 75 or higher, the gloves will feel good.
And when summer comes, invest in a pair of lighter-weight gloves or maybe half-finger gloves. They provide protection while helping to keep your hands cooler.
Proper scooter maintenance will keep your vehicle humming along for years. One of the most crucial parts to check on is the scooter tires. Before you go out on your next ride, check the quality of the tires. Are there any tears or holes? Are the tires balding?
If your scooter tires pass those two criteria, you’ll want to move on to tire pressure. Tires lose air, particularly during the winter months, and low air will negatively affect your maneuverability. Since you’re already inspecting your scooter, make sure the seat lock screws are tight. Remember that tires do wear out, no matter how well you maintain them, so make sure you replace your scooter tires every so often.
I live off campus and use my scooter to get to and from my college classes. For a student like me who is paying their own way through school, a scooter was a far more affordable option than a car. Unfortunately, criminals also like scooters.
One of my roommates had her brand new scooter stolen just weeks after she bought it. Not wanting to suffer the same fate, I bough several scooter accessories to keep my scooter safe. First, I bought scooter locks and alarms to make it harder for a crook to drive off with my vehicle. I also purchased a scooter cover to make the scooter less visible at night; though, it has the added bonus of keeping my scooter protected from the elements.
In memory of their son Wyatt, John Barto and family are raising money to equip every Motocross racer with a custom-fit Arai helmet, the best 
money can buy. They believe that if Wyatt had been wearing such a helmet two years ago, he would’ve survived the accident that took his life. The Bartos have started the “Foundation 529″ charity, which has to date given away over 40 helmets and 10 neck braces. And this charity targets young kids who don’t have the means to purchase appropriate riding gear.
The Bartos know the value of a good helmet. Please don’t let your kids ride in a hand-me-down helmet or the cheapest one you can buy. Start them off, day one, with a helmet that will protect their head in case of a crash. The reality of Motocross is that crashes do happen, accidents do occur. Even if you don’t obtain a free one from Foundation 529, invest in a helmet that will leave you with no regrets.
Only in Gatorz Precision Built Eyewear can you find comprehensive protection and comfort for your eyes. Not only are our lenses impact-proof, but in every lens we include UVA, UVB and UVC protection, blocking out 100 percent of these harmful rays. Our lens coatings and filters far surpass those of other sunglass makers. And the wide variety of frames, options and lenses allows you to customize the eyewear you need for the sport you participate in. TruRay Optics is the trademark of Gatorz Eyewear. Check us out today.
Gatorz eyewear combines a stylish, edgy frame with a variety of lens colors, shapes and coatings. Your shades will be as customized as your bike, as individual and unique as you are!
One of the nation’s leading helmet manufacturers provides advice to riders on helmet fit. Every Shoei helmet should be tried on before purchasing, but this can be done at your local motorcycle shop, and once the proper size is determined, return to your favorite on-line source to purchase the helmet at often much lower than retail prices. Shoei recommends measuring your head and buying the helmet size that most closely matches your head measurement.
Things to consider are whether the lining fits snugly around the head on all sides. Does the top pad connect with the top of your head? Do the cheek pads connect with your cheeks? Can you move the helmet side to side or up and down easily? If it moves too much, you probably need a smaller size. And lastly, fasten the chin strap or the chin retention system and then try to push the helmet off by rotating it to the front and to the rear. If the helmet moves in either direction, the helmet is too big or the chinstrap is not adequately tight.
No helmet can protect against every foreseeable issue you might face, but taking the proper steps in buying and fitting your helmet will give you 
maximum protection. Thanks, Shoei, for step-by-step advice!
With the explosion of interest in “retro” bikes, so too comes an interest in “retro” fashions. “Retro” or “vintage” biker fashions available today include the first motorcycle jacket that was designed specifically for bikers. And, of course, motorcycle leathers look retro. You can buy leather pants, leather chaps, leather vests and jackets all in vintage style.
And they may look old and cool, but they are the smartest riding gear on the market still. With the new “retro” look, however, the functionality is hidden better than ever, allowing riders to appear “retro” while being, in fact, safe.
These machines are limited edition, so get one before they’re all gone! The all-new Polaris Sportsman XP – now in Midnight Black Metallic and Pearl White. They are beautiful! And some of their features include 14″ aluminum wheels, Charlisl AT 489 II tires, Electronic Power Steering, a Lock and Ride front storage box, a 2500-pound winch, Active Descent Control and an Engine Breaking System.
They’re available now, and they won’t last long in the stores. Stop in, check one out, and be sure to get all of your ATV accessories and gear before you take it out to ride.
Yes, you can! There is nothing more frustrating than cruising the back country and experiencing a flat on your ATV or UTV. Been there? Done 
that? It’s no fun, is it?! But now there’s a way to continue to ride despite flat tires without damaging the tire or wheel. Pictured to the right is a Flat Tire Defender Insert – a dense foam material, made to go inside your ATV and UTV tires to prevent damaging the tire and wheel as you continue to ride after getting a flat. This allows you to get back to the truck and repair or replace the tire with the convenience of your tools.
Applications vary based upon the size of your machine and tires, but the manufacturer of the Flat Tire Defender says on ATVs, they will carry the weight on the tire sidewall even with a flat. And that the tire will stay on the bead if the inserts are installed.
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