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RoadRUNNER + Buff Neck Gaiter

RoadRUNNER + Buff Neck Gaiter

Made by our friends over at BUFF®, this neck gaiter is a staple in any motorcyclist's gear list. It can be worn in a multitude of ways on both the head and the neck. Riders often wear neck gaiters around the neck to protect themselves against windburn, sunburn,

Review: Tourmaster Highlander WP Jacket

Review: Tourmaster Highlander WP Jacket

Affordable Quality When we started RoadRUNNER 25 years ago, I remember a plethora of big, name-brand manufacturers offering motorcycle jackets and pants. Tourmaster was always a top dog with a huge catalog. Over the years, though, the number of companies has dwindled. Tourmaster never really went away, but with some

Answer Racing Gear: Proper Protection for Kids

Answer Racing Gear: Proper Protection for Kids

When my son, Oliver, was riding around the yard on a Stacyc electric balance bike, he was wearing closed shoes, jeans, a long-sleeved shirt, gloves, and a cheapo helmet. They were more than enough to keep him safe. The low speed and lack of obstacles didn’t call for full-on

Review: Shoei GT-Air 3 Helmet

Review: Shoei GT-Air 3 Helmet

Supreme Touring Comfort A motorcycle helmet is the most intimate piece of gear you’ll ever strap on. It’s your shield, your window to the road, and the one thing standing between your skull and a very bad day. Every second on two wheels happens inside your helmet, so

Book: North to Deadhorse

Book: North to Deadhorse

Riding a motorcycle to the northern coast of Alaska isn’t something every rider can (or should) do. But if you do feel the call of the wild, you can hitch a ride on the pillion seat of Troy L. Ramsell with his new book North to Deadhorse. North to

Review: Mosko Moto Hood Tankbag

Review: Mosko Moto Hood Tankbag

I have ridden well over 100,000 miles on adventure bikes with a tank bag between my legs every single step of the way. I’ve tried just about every brand out there, and each is great in its own way. But, through all my travels (most of which included

Review: Dr. Jekill and Mr. Hyde Nomad S Exhaust

Review: Dr. Jekill and Mr. Hyde Nomad S Exhaust

We live in an increasingly small world. It doesn’t take much to fly halfway around the globe in mere hours. Last week, I finished a fascinating book called Save Our Souls. Set in the late 1880s, it’s a true story chronicling the shipwreck of the Wandering Minstrel and

Review: Mosko Moto Backcountry Pannier Kit (v2.5)

Review: Mosko Moto Backcountry Pannier Kit (v2.5)

You can’t have a conversation in the adventure motorcycle industry without hearing the name Mosko Moto. Already famous for their luggage system, including the rackless Reckless systems and frame-mounted systems, the Mosko Moto Backcountry Panniers are a pinnacle of brilliant design, ease of use, innovative features, and rugged reliability.

5 Helmet Care Tips

5 Helmet Care Tips

For most riders, the helmet is the single most vital piece of gear. Although we often spend plenty of time picking out the perfect helmet, too many people forget to take care of their lid after purchase. Proper helmet maintenance not only extends the life of your investment, but also

Helmet Care Essentials

Helmet Care Essentials

Keeping your helmet clean is important if you want the lid to provide a pleasant riding experience mile after mile. Below are some items that can help to keep your helmet in good shape, alongside a few helmets we’ve been testing lately. Wisedry Charcoal Bag Insert Kit Helmets can

Riding With The Riser App

Riding With The Riser App

The days of planning motorcycling routes by poring over paper maps are long gone (unless that’s what you prefer). Powerful route planning apps, like Riser, let you whip up a tour and hit the road quickly and easily. Riser, owned by Cardo, is a multifunctional mobile app for motorcyclists.

Hear Clearly With The Cardo Packtalk Edge

Hear Clearly With The Cardo Packtalk Edge

Cardo is one of the most popular communications device manufactures for motorcycle riding. The company’s Packtalk Edge communicator is a favorite choice among riders—and now you have a chance to win one for yourself in our giveaway. Cardo Packtalk Edge, released in 2022, marked a significant milestone in

Michelin Anakee Adventure Tire

Michelin Anakee Adventure Tire

Adventure and adventure-touring motorcycles have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Motorcycle tire manufacturers have responded by introducing a slew of tires that perform well on both asphalt and dirt—like the Michelin Anakee Adventure tire. Released to the riding public in 2019, the Adventure tire is the

RoadRUNNER's 25-Year Collection

RoadRUNNER's 25-Year Collection

You've heard by now that we are celebrating 25-years of RoadRUNNER. There's a lot happening this year to commemorate this milestone. Help us celebrate by shopping our 25-Year Collection in the online store! You'll find a variety of T-shirts, back issues, posters and more.

Arai Tour XD-5: Versatility Via Evolution

Arai Tour XD-5: Versatility Via Evolution

The delivery of my new Arai Tour XD-5 suffered the usual calamity of Spanish mail: lost, then found, then lost, then found again. Opening the box and getting my first glimpse of the Discovery Blue color scheme and that first whiff of new lining erased my frustration and gave rise

Maintain Pressure with MotoPumps Air Shot 2.1

Maintain Pressure with MotoPumps Air Shot 2.1

One of the most common issues riders face is the dreaded flat tire. Whether you run tubeless or tube-type tires, it can be a challenge to fix and inflate your tire on the side of the road. Fortunately, gone are the days when you had to enlist the help of

Riding with the ScorpionExo XT9000 Carbon Helmet

Riding with the ScorpionExo XT9000 Carbon Helmet

The ScorpionExo XT9000 Carbon helmet is a versatile adventure-touring helmet designed for riders who venture across diverse terrains. Crafted with a 3K carbon fiber shell, it offers a lightweight yet robust construction, making it suitable for both on-road and off-road rides. Weighing approximately 3.7 pounds, the XT9000 Carbon is

Ride in Comfort with a Custom Seat by Corbin

Ride in Comfort with a Custom Seat by Corbin

Every bottom is unique. Even the cushiest and most comfortable stock motorcycle seat can leave you wishing it was a bit firmer, had a smidgen more back support, or simply looked better. If that sounds like a familiar conundrum, Corbin offers a solution. This veteran-owned motorcycle seat manufacturer has just

Dainese Splugen 3L D-Dry Jacket and Sherman 3 Pant: All-Weather Comfort

Dainese Splugen 3L D-Dry Jacket and Sherman 3 Pant: All-Weather Comfort

A chilly, mostly overcast day in Portugal presented a good opportunity to test the performance of the Dainese Splugen 3L D-Dry jacket, alongside the Sherman 3 pants. This combination provides a stylish, fully functional, and safety-oriented riding suit with a focus on spring and fall touring. Officially classified as touring/

Light the Night with Clearwater Valkyrie Light Kit for 2025 BMW R 1300 GSA

Light the Night with Clearwater Valkyrie Light Kit for 2025 BMW R 1300 GSA

Auxiliary lighting can be one of the most important motorcycle upgrades you make. It’s not just about being able to see the road ahead, but also about drivers being able to see you. Clearwater Light manufactures a variety of LED auxiliary lights that enhance visibility and safety. The Valkyrie

Review: Alpinestars Tech 10 Boots

Review: Alpinestars Tech 10 Boots

I am a total boot guy. Sure, I own a pair of tennis shoes and maybe one pair of flip flops, but I rarely leave the house without first lacing up a trusty pair of tall leather boots. The fact is, foot and ankle injuries can happen anywhere, any time,

Review: Third Eye Design inView 2 Helmet Signal Light

Review: Third Eye Design inView 2 Helmet Signal Light

Motorcyclist visibility has long been a critical concern, and the Third Eye Design inView 2 tackles this challenge head-on in a unique way. This kit adds a running, brake, and turn signal light module to the back of your motorcycle helmet. Drivers approaching you from the rear will have no

Enduristan Expands to USA

Enduristan Expands to USA

Motorcycle luggage manufacturer Enduristan keeps gearing bikes up to conquer challenging trails. Now, the company is also looking to conquer North America. The soft luggage maker recently announced its plans to expand its presence in the U.S. Enduristan is aiming to expand its dealer network to new locations. In

Nelson-Rigg's Hurricane Waterproof Bags

Nelson-Rigg's Hurricane Waterproof Bags

When out on a serious motorcycle adventure, you must have a lot of gear quickly at hand. When you really need them, you don’t want to start digging through your loaded panniers for a camera, tools, or a first aid kit. Nelson-Rigg’s Hurricane bag collection provides everything you