First motorbike gear check

ScarySquirrel · 28 Jan 2023 at 16:57

Hi all,

I've got my CBT booked in a week or so, and will likely then get a cheap used Yamaha YBR 125 to run for a period of time. Although I'm tempted to go straight for my DAS.

Naturally I've started looking for some gear to wear. I'm not made of money, so looking at getting good value entry level stuff. I've specced up the following, which all seem quite reasonably priced but get good reviews.

Any thoughts at all? I'm a complete newbie at this so open to thoughts from more experience bikers.

Thanks

Also, I know I have a massive head
I went into a shop and tried on a Large Shark helmet and it was way too small. I have to wear hats/helmets at work and they are sized 61-62 as well.

ScarySquirrel · 28 Jan 2023 at 17:06

Good idea, I'll have another look.

ScarySquirrel · 30 Jan 2023 at 17:36

Yeah that shopping cart is sportsbikeshop, no idea why it has the MCN logo there, maybe they own them.

I've decided to hold off on ordering anything yet though, until I've done my CBT. Went to a local bike shop today and I couldn't believe how varied the sizing was between jackets, so I'm definitely going to pick something in store and then maybe order online if the price is better.

ScarySquirrel · 14 Feb 2023 at 13:26

So I completed my CBT and enjoyed it so much that I pretty much instantly want a bike. So I ended up ordering my gear, made a few changes.

Went for Richa Street Storm waterproof boots, same price and similar style but had better reviews. I also opted for jeans instead of textile trousers, Bull-it Tactical Stone Slim Covec jeans - might regret this, but my thinking is if I need to ride in the rain, that I'll get some throwover waterproofs. For now, I will probably avoid the rain. The jeans are so lightweight, really comfy, and look great. It says they are water resistant for light rain, but doubt they'd be great in persistent rain.

The gloves are lovely but unfortunately I have short fingers, so whilst they fit well for the most part, there was a good 1-2cm spare in every finger. I always have this problem with gloves. So I'll send them back and go to a shop to try others on before buying.

The helmet and RST jacket are spot on and fit great

Now I just need a bike!