As with every
motorcycling discipline, touring has its own apparel demands. Shoei responds to
a touring rider’s need for a convertible helmet with the Multitech
(starting at $483), a flip up helmet that offers three options.
With the chinbar up, the helmet becomes an open-face for easy conversations with
your traveling companions. With the chin locked down, it provides the rider with
the protection of a full-coverage helmet, along with a third option of flipping
up just the face shield.
All-weather protection is crucial when riding in areas with
unpredictable conditions. Olympia Moto Sports Phantom 1-piece suit ($450)
features a seam-sealed waterproof breathable membrane and coated Cordura
shell, plus six waterproof exterior pockets. A removable Thermolite interior
jumpsuit allows you to further customize the apparel to the weather. Olympia’s
GT4150 All Season leather gloves also feature a Thermolite lining and Gore-Tex
for breathability. (Click image to enlarge)
Gore-Tex reappears as a lining in Alpinestars’ Effex Gore-Tex boots. These
boots are both waterproof and breathable, readying them for any kind of weather.
Velcro and zipper closings make it easy to don the boots, while injection-molded
guards protect your shins and ankles.
Dunlop Motorcycle Tires will offer a series of high-quality, collector’s edition Legends posters, with the net proceeds benefiting injured riders through the Clayton Memorial Foundation. ::MORE::
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