Buying the Right Riding Gear

When it comes to riding your motorcycle, you need to make sure you have more than just your motorcycle. Riding Gear is important to keep you safe and comfortable whether you are going out for a short trip to the store or hitting the open road across the states. From Helmets to a riding jacket, you want to make sure to pick out the right one for you style of riding. Barnes Bros. is here to help you and provide you with all the information for choosing the right riding gear. Located in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania proudly serving Washington and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we are happy to answer all your questions you still may have.

Helmets

Your helmet is far and away the most important piece of riding gear in your arsenal, so when you're setting out to buy a helmet take your time and weigh your options. Make sure to try plenty of helmets on to find the one that feels right for you! Are you drawn to the full coverage of a full face helmet, or are you more interested in a breezy half helmet? Maybe you'd like to split the difference and pick up an open face ¾ helmet, try some out, find out what feels right! When you're trying on your helmet, make sure you fasten and tighten all the straps and then move around a bit. Does it pinch or rub uncomfortably? Does the helmet wobble on your head? Discomfort is a sign of a bad fit. A well fitted helmet will fit snugly, but not tightly, so come in and try on some helmets and let us help you find the one that fits you best!

Riding Jacket

A riding jacket is almost as important as your helmet on the road. Your jacket will keep you protected from the chill of the wind when you ride, and it will keep your skin in the right place if you happen to lay your bike down at speed. In terms of function, riding jackets can offer plenty of different features, waterproofing, vents for cooler riding, armor to absorb impacts, and much more. When it comes to style, riding jackets run the gamut from simple to elaborate, so whether you're looking for a leather jacket, or just a light synthetic layer we've got what you're after. No matter what style or features you're after, your riding jacket should fit comfortably over your underlayer without feeling like it's obstructing your movement too much. When you try on a jacket get yourself into a riding position to get a feel for how the jacket will work on a bike.

Riding Pants

Your riding pants are an often forgotten piece of gear but they're important piece of safety equipment. Your jeans aren't going to protect you in the case of an accident, but a set of good riding pants will save your skin in more sense than one. When you shop for riding pants make sure that they fit comfortably over your underlayer, like your jacket, and that your pants allow you to easily use your bike's foot controls without snagging or interrupting your motions.

Boots

Your riding boots are critical to comfort. Riding boots come in tons of different styles for men and women. When you pick a set of boots they need to have plenty of grip, especially if you ride a heavy bike.. Your boots should also protect up to your ankles, as that's where a lot of pressure will go when you put your foot down. Other than that, your boots should be water resistant if you ride in the rain, and insulated for comfort and warmth.

Gloves

A good set of riding gloves is a tricky thing. They've got to be thick enough to keep off the chill of the wind, and supple enough to allow you to work your bike's controls with ease. They've also got to be able to stand up if you wind up sliding. We've got a selection of gloves here at Barnes Bros. that are sure to improve your ride next time you head out, so come by and find the perfect set to complete your ideal riding outfit!

Whether you're looking for a great pair of boots or looking for some of the best gloves on the market today, Barnes Bros. is here to help with whatever concerns you may have. We care about our riders and want to keep them safe. If you are ever in doubt, just give us a call or stop by our Powersport dealer in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania proudly serving Washington and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania