Joe Rocket Racing Gloves, Pants & Clothing

I've always been a Honda fan, probably stemming back to the first motorcycle I ever owned. It wasn't the prettiest thing out on the streets, but I had a blast on it, and it ran well with very little maintenance. For as much as I love Hondas, though, you can't ...

There are three things you don't ever want to mess with in life...

First: An opossum that has been cornered into the mud room carrying a young one. The visions of that thing lunging for my jugular still haunts me.

Second: No matter how innocent your statement or suggestion may be, if ...

Joe Rocket Speedmaster gloves have been around for quite a while. I see a lot to like about the latest incarnation, the Speedmaster 8.0. I guess 8.0 means that this is the 8th version -- I'm quick that way.

Anyway, here's what the glove has to offer. It has the standard drum-dyed ...

When you buy a new helmet, you typically get only the standard clear shield. Most riders like the look and shading features of tinted and mirrored shields, so both helmet-makers and the aftermarket offer a myriad of shield options.

The HJC HJ-09 face shields are offered in several ...

Joe Rocket is a well-known and respected manufacturer of motorcycle jackets, pants, boots, and riding suits. Aside from a name that will inspire an occasional, good-natured verbal jab from riding buddies, I have found Joe Rocket gear to be well-made and functional.

On the other hand, when I think ...

About once a year, I get together with three riding buddies and take a long sportbike tour to somewhere. We have ridden through the mountains of Colorado, the high deserts of New Mexico, and the beautiful coastal roads of California. Nothing beats touring on a sportbike.

There is ...

Having lived in Arizona for over 4 decades, I know a little something about heat. Having been a motorcyclist for almost as long, I know a little something about hot weather gear. I don't know if Joe Rocket invented the armored mesh jacket, but they are at least ...

I wear a full face helmet for the protection, noise reduction, and the look. Yes, I think full face helmets are better looking than skullcaps. You'll certainly stay better-looking if you happen to find your face heading for the pavement. Should you want to get yourself a fine full face ...

Joe Rocket's Meteor boots are some of the best looking, most understated riding boots I've seen in a while. These are full function street or cruiser boots with molded plastic side protection and a reinforced, padded shin panel.

Reflective patches on the heels will give upcoming motorists two more chances to ...

Joe Rocket has earned a name in motorcycle gear, and that name is now proudly paired with those of Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki. The officially licensed Yamaha Air Force gloves are one of the many products that bear the Yamaha logo, but rest assured you're getting more for your ...

Suzuki and Joe Rocket have brought women riders a jacket that has gone the extra mile in fit and function. I've got to give them kudos on the physical structure of the Superstock jacket. A waist that narrows and then flares out at the hip provides a perfect fit for the ...

When you ride 500 miles north or south, you experience a lot of weather. When I set out on my current journey, I would sweat in my leathers every time I had to stop to fill up, but by the end I had closed my vents as I was still ...

Some folks like to show off the armor they're wearing as a way of saying, "Yes, I do dangerous things." If you're proud of the fact that you need molded thermoplastic rubber shoulders and elbows, then show them off with Joe Rocket's RASP textile jacket.

In addition to the cushioning ...

If you ride hard, chances are you will eventually fall hard. The key to making a bad fall a little less sucky is quality protection. Although you should take care of your entire body, there are certain key areas that you really should not skimp on when it comes ...

Summer is all about getting on your ride and hitting those sunshiny roads. If you happen to be interested in riding with some protection though, which everyone should be, then summer can also mean sweating your bearings off inthe sweltering heat in traffic or while sitting at a stoplight ...

This officially licensed street wear from Yamaha has "sassy" written all over it!

Ok, not literally. Actually it has "Rocket" written all over it, over the arms and on a cute lower back logo.

It's a Joe Rocket jacket, in case you hadn't put 2 and 2 together by now. That ...

These gutsy gloves will keep your hands safe on the road, comfortable in the sun, dry on the inside, and looking great to boot.

They've got a drum-dyed leather top with a Pittards Ceramic infused-leather Armor Tan palm.

The knuckles are injection molded and vented to let heat escape, and ...

Ladies, start your engines! Protect your hands during the race with these gloves from Joe Rocket. These are intended for the cruiser, but may be appropriate for other riders as well.

Drum dyed leather tops are durable and stylish. High density padding over the knuckles will protect you from the scrapes and ...

Show your Honda pride with this casual t-shirt from Joe Rocket.

Excellently crafted, heavyweight cotton blend is all that goes into this great shirt. That is until you. The short sleeves keep you cool out on the track, or wherever you are.

The shirt features the Honda wing logo in white in the center. ...

Combine the cachet of Honda Goldwing with the hipness of Joe Rocket and what do you get? Joe Goldwing? OK, dumb question. What you get is this jacket!

This Motorcycle Jacket sports a nylon outer shell made with Hitena. What is Hitena, you ask? Seems that every jacket maker has ...

This Kawasaki jacket from Joe Rocket is made of genuine lightweight (1.2mm to 1.4mm) cowhide leather. It's an officially licensed product from Kawasaki, not a knock-off, and comes with the quality that is Joe Rocket.

Safety features include CE-rated (which is the European Union's stamp of approval) protectors in the shoulders and ...

This is quite a versatile jacket. Start with the climate control -- it's got zippered vents on the sleeves and the back for maximum airflow. Additionally, it comes with a removable insulated liner for the vest area. This makes it a "three season" jacket, appropriate for all but the coldest weather.

Next, ...

This is a lightweight (1.4mm) genuine cowhide leather jacket made by Joe Rocket. The Honda name and logo has been officially licensed, so you know it's genuine.

The outer shell is perforated for extra air cooling, and the inner lining is nylon mesh. All this means this jacket is best for ...

This jacket from Joe Rocket is made of a lightweight (1.2mm to 1.4mm), genuine cowhide black leather.

The brand name is officially licensed directly from Suzuki, so you know this is not an imitation.

Configuration options include a removable spine-protector pocket. Included is a plastic body armor pad, but you can upgrade that ...