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We have talked here on SpotMotorcycles about the issues plaguing motorcycle batteries. The combination of small size, infrequent charging, high power demands, and a plethora of other ravages take a toll on our relatively small electrical storage boxes. Eventually, every motorcyclist is going to need a jump. ...

Four years ago, I would not risk buying inexpensive bags. Why take a chance at dissatisfaction when you can just drop another $50 and buy some confidence? Well, like I said, that was four years ago, and this old economy ain't what she used to be. Now, I look for every bargain, and I ...

So many people are pushing for the wider foot pegs. They're more comfortable, they say. They let you ride longer and stronger, they say. Well, Arlen Ness has told the collective to go take a long ride off a short pier with their Torpedo foot pegs.

Narrow and to the ...

Motocross riders who have been around the track know exactly what these are: these are Alpinestars' Tech 8 boots. Well known and well worn, many riders stick with these when it comes time to get a new pair of boots. There are numerous reasons why these have developed such a loyal following in ...

Chrome and leather have always been the hallmarks of the cruiser community, as well as warriors 2,000 years ago. Bronze weapons were once coated in chromium to preserve them, and they were still untarnished when found by archeologists. Leather has been worn by man since nudity went out of fashion.

To suggest that the ...

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 ...

An unwitting failure with many grips is their uniformity. It would seem logical to have a round grip of rubber or foam because these materials offer vibration absorption and traction. The hand, however, has variable pressure positions, and most grips do not take this into account.

Harley's Aileron grip provides a solid ...

Bearing a familiar crosshatch pattern, it is obvious that the Diamond Plate hand grips are designed for traction. A chrome outer grip is precisely cut away to reveal the traction, giving rubber beneath. The inconsistent surface will provide a secure hold that you'll be able to feel right through your gloves.

These grips ...

Alpinestars dances back and forth between standard consumer gear and race gear, between practicality and functionality. Some of their products bridge both of these worlds, and I would be inclined to say that this is the case for the SP-2 gloves. Realistically they're more track than travel, but they offer everything that either ...

I am a fickle person. I'll paint my tank and then want to change it again a week later. I can't stand things staying the same. I need the Kuryakyn ISO-Grips.

In their default state, these grips have a chrome caging around the ISO pads. Air can pass between the pads, keeping ...

Most of the time buying genuine Harley parts means paying genuine Harley prices. You get what you pay for. With these chrome and rubber custom footpegs, though, you get what you pay for and then some.

Cast, chrome-plated, and boasting rugged rubber treads, these Harley pegs will look great on any bike. Chrome ...

Not everything about motorcycles involves riding them. Even when your bike is in good running order, you probably still like to tinker with it from time to time.

An organized work space can mean the difference between a frustrating, unpleasant afternoon of looking for that elusive screw, or a productive repair session that ...

I miss my friend Psycho Bob. Psycho Bob rode an enmorous brown AMF vintage Harley Dresser. He had painted-to-match hard bags, a big dead-looking sheepskin hanging over his tractor-saddle seat, and he had super-glued beige shag carpet to his floor boards. He was my security guard where I worked -- ...

These pants go fast! David Vullemin has been known to wear a pair, so that says something.

Syncron Pants by Answer Racing are a stylish option for all motocross enthusiasts. The bold color scheme is available in several options to match your bike, other equipment, or taste.

These pants feature black rubber patches that aid ...

These boots are a comfortable, rugged and affordable option. For something higher-end, see the Gaerne SG-10 boots. But for an excellent combination of quality and value, stay right here and read on.

These boots from Fox Racing provide much of the technology available in more expensive boots. The buckle system, for ...

Transworld Motocross Magazine called the 2007 version of these boots a "perfect 10". Not convinced? Motocross Action Magazine and USMotocross.com all gave these boots their highest rating.

Still not convinced? Read for yourself...

These boots are made in Italy with genuine full-grain leather. The buckles on the upper are made of light-weight aluminum ...

These riding boots from Teknic are stylish as well as versatile. The safety feature list is quite extensive, but let's start with the versatility.

The Powerskin II liner encompasses the entire boot, providing waterproofing as well as breathability. This should allow you to use these boots in almost any weather condition.

The dual-density rubber ...

Variety may be the spice of life, but Classics become "classic" for a reason. Case in point: Classic Biker Boots. The ones you saw on Lee Marvin and Marlon Brando in "Rebel Without a Cause." The ones your grandpa wore when he rode his '52 Harley Davidson Panhead ...

These high-quality leather boots sport a classic look with the silver-colored chain link style ring around the inner and outer ankle. Other than that ring, the clean lines are broken only by the pull-up straps, subtle black-on-black stitching, and the embossed small bar-and-shield logo on the heel.

These boots feature a sock lining for extra cushioning, ...