Motorcycles are exhilarating, but inherently unstable and dangerous so you need to make sure you wear the right protective clothing and safety gear. This applies whether you are a hardcore biker or casual Sunday cruiser. Leather up and gear up for safety and looks.

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1. Crash helmet
- this is by far the most important accessory that any motorcyclist should have. Since the bike is unstable, there are more chances of a fatal crash than any other type of vehicle. For example, there are no airbags to cushion the impact, not even a seat belt. A crash helmet is the one which absorbs the impact to the head in case of an accident. Riding without it could have fatal consequences.

2. Gloves
- are essential to any rider. For one, they help keep off cold from the hands when driving in colder climates. Also, they are tough enough to protect hands from abrasion in the event of a crash. And there are specialized varieties that are designed to be weatherproof.

3. Boots
- more than just adding to a riderís cool factor, a pair of motorcycling boots protects the feet of the rider in the event of a crash. That is why the boots should be tough enough to protect the feet from abrasion and impact.

4. Clothing
- motorcycle clothing of old used to be made of tough leather which does well in protecting the rider from abrasion during a crash. But more and more riders now choose clothing that is made of synthetic materials since they are breathable and addresses some safety issues associated with riding motorcycles.
Leather and Motorcycles were made for each other. Leather up and be safe. These clothing accessories not only make you look good, they help ensure that the impact of most crashes is lessened. Black is the favorite biker leather color but the addition of bright colored clothing and/or florescent accessories is stongly advised so that riders will be easily visible to drivers of other vehicles.

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