The grass is growing, the birds are singing in the trees, and motorcycles are emerging from hibernation in search of sun-warmed pavement or dirt. The start of a fresh riding season also means it’s time for a Spring Motorcycle Gear Buyers Guide. Motorcycle manufacturers, aftermarket companies, and tour operators are filling their lineups with new motorcycle gear and services, providing riders plenty of options to help them make the most of their plans for the upcoming riding season.

Your support and the support of our advertisers allows us to keep bringing you “Motorcycling At Its Best” year-round. The companies in this guide believe in our mission and help us to continue printing and posting the stories you look forward to each month. You can help pay that forward by picking out items from this guide to add to your gear wardrobe or attach to your motorcycle. And if you’re really looking for an adventure, don’t skip the 2025 tour catalogs.

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Cortech Aero-Flo 2.0 Jacket

This jacket is designed for both touring and everyday riding. It features a 600-denier polyester and poly mesh shell that is resistant to abrasion, impacts, and tearing. It comes with Armanox shoulder, elbow, and back armor. It features rolled shoulders, pre-curved and rotated sleeves, and four-way stretch fabric at the shoulders and elbows. The jacket also includes hook-and-loop waist adjusters, hidden arm snaps, a waterproof internal cell-phone pocket, and zippered hand and chest pockets. Available in sizes S-3XL in black, blue, gray, or silver for $169.99.

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Bridgestone Battlax Sport-Touring T33 Tires

Bridgestone’s Battlax Sport-Touring T33 radial tires offer improved performance and mileage compared to the T32s. A newly designed compound and optimized tread pattern and construction increase mileage by a claimed 47%. The tread pattern is said to provide confident grip, stability, and handling. The front tire uses a new cross belt, and the rear uses a mono-spiral belt and a high-strength wear-resistant compound. These tubeless tires are available in various sizes with W or V speed ratings. Visit your dealer for pricing.

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IMTBike 2025 Tour Calendar

IMTBike Motorcycle Tours has released its full 2025 calendar. Destinations include Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, the Alps, and Morocco (see page 36), along with MotoGP tours and Global tours in Thailand, Japan, and Vietnam. Many of IMTBike’s tours feature new and improved routes for 2025, and the company’s fleet of more than 240 BMW motorcycles has been updated with the latest models. Established in 1997, IMTBike has been running outstanding motorcycle tours for the past 28 years. Visit the IMTBike website to find tours, dates, and details. Register early to secure your spot. 

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Arai Classic-V Helmet

This vintage-style three-quarter helmet by Arai features a Peripherally Belted Complex Laminate Construction shell and a one-piece multidensity EPS liner. The wide, stitched faux leather trim adds to the helmet’s classic look. It features Arai’s hidden ventilation system with three forehead intake channels, an internal multistage channel, and a rear exhaust. The Classic-V also includes a button-closure goggle-strap holder and an intermediate-oval fit. For 2025, four new color options include Metashine Red, Blue, Green, or Brown. Available in sizes XS-2XL for $489.95.

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HeliBars Horizon Multi-Axis Adjustable Handlebar

Designed specifically for the Indian Scout, this handlebar system offers three axes of adjustability. It’s made of DOM high-strength tubing, alloy steel clamps, and pivots made from CNC-machined billet aluminum. The bar rotates up and down, forward and backward, and inward and outward, giving riders options for adjustability. This system is taller and more rearset than the standard handlebar for improved leverage and handling. It uses factory cables, hydraulics, and wire looms, and the tubes are pre-drilled for stock controls. Available for $599.

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SW-Motech Legend Gear

The SW-Motech Legend Gear line of products receives extensive upgrades for 2025, from new materials to refined features. For better organization, SW-Motech adds interior contrast colors and additional zippered pockets. One new product in the line is the LR4 Tail Bag (shown), which fits on any style of bike and features a sissy-bar attachment. The LA9 and LA10 Accessory Bags now include MOLLE. For the first time, the LT3 Tank Bag will have SW-Motech’s Pro Tank Ring System for added convenience. Visit the SW-Motech website to view the full lineup of Legend Gear products.

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Michelin Road W GT Tires

Designed for use on Honda Gold Wings and similar motorcycles, this sport-touring tire offers extended mileage, wear resistance, and reliable wet-weather performance for riders who enjoy long rides. Michelin’s Radial X-Evo, Aramid Shield, and Silica technologies are used in the tires’ construction to provide trustworthy handling in a variety of weather conditions, and special water sipes on the front tire enhance traction. These tubeless tires have an H speed rating and are available starting at $279.95 for front tires and $367.95 for rear tires.

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Edelweiss 2025/26 Tour Catalog

Edelweiss Bike Travel has released its full program of motorcycle tours for 2025-26, including new tours. The new Fascination Yunnan – Ride the Dragon tour takes riders on a deep dive into China’s culture and landscape. The Andalusia tour explores sunny southern Spain through mountains and along the Mediterranean coast. The Adventure Mongolia tour travels through untouched and vast landscapes. Also included are four new Destination Yamaha tours throughout Europe. Request a free print copy or download a digital version of the catalog on the Edelweiss website.

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Nelson-Rigg Trails End RiggPak 

New for 2025, this bag is part of Nelson-Rigg’s Rigg Gear Adventure line and is engineered with durability and functionality in mind. The RiggPak is made of UltraMax fabric and guarantees maximum UV protection. It’s built to withstand the harshest riding conditions and fits a wide variety of vehicle applications. Mounting options include hook-and-loop straps or adjustable quick-release buckles, and it can quickly be mounted onto your crash bar or used as a tailbag. It includes a MOLLE system for gear attachment and has a capacity of about 7 liters. Available for $59.95.

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National Cycle VStream Windscreen

National Cycle’s VStream windscreen for the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT/GT+ offers excellent wind protection. The patented V shape and advanced dimensional contours push wind away from the rider and passenger for a peaceful, quiet ride. The screen is made of polycarbonate for better optics and 23 times the impact strength of acrylic, and it also includes a Quantum hardcoat for scratch resistance. The Low/Dark Tint (21.5 inches tall) is available for $159.95, the Mid-Size/Light Tint (23.5 inches) is $179.95, and the Tall/Clear (25.25 inches) is $199.95.

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Aerostich Elkskin Roper 2.0 Gloves

Aerostich’s Elkskin Roper gloves are made of natural tan medium- to heavyweight elkskin, which is thicker, stronger, and more abrasion resistant than deerhide and lasts much longer. The Elkskin Roper 2.0 gloves have been updated with an adjustable hook-and-loop wrist strap to more securely tighten the gloves around your wrist. Or keep the strap loose and fasten the snap for a roomier fit to allow more sleeve airflow on hotter days. Elkskin can be safely washed using warm water and mild soap. Available in sizes 7-13 for $93. Made in America.

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Adriatic Moto Tours 2025 Tour Brochure

Adriatic Moto Tours specializes in guided and self-guided motorcycle tours throughout Europe. New for 2025 is the French Riviera to Barcelona tour, which immerses riders in the region’s rich culture and travels thrilling roads through the Pyrenees, French Alps, and Provence. Returning for 2025 is the popular Norway Tour with inspiring landscapes and pristine roads. Discover all of AMT’s 2025 tours and destinations by ordering a brochure through the AMT website. AMT’s fleet includes models from BMW, Suzuki, Ducati, Yamaha, and Honda.

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Airoh Spark2 Helmet

This full-face helmet features a thermoplastic HRT shell in two shell sizes and was engineered using a wind tunnel to optimize shape and performance. It features an extra-wide faceshield that is ready to accept the Pinlock anti-fog lens included inside the box, and the faceshield is also scratch resistant. The inner lining is removable and washable. It also features a drop-down UV-resistant sunshield, and it’s ready for installation of a Bluetooth communications system. Available in sizes XS-2XL in Cement Gray Gloss, White Gloss, Black Matte, or graphics starting at $299.

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Continental ContiAttack SM 2 

The all-new ContiAttack SM 2 is the best choice for riders seeking high performance and durability. These tires offer up to 28% longer mileage than their predecessors and feature BlackChili Compound for superior grip and faster warm-up times, even in wet conditions. The GripLimitFeedback technology enhances safety by providing precise feedback at extreme lean angles. Designed for lightweight, midsize sportbikes and supermotos, these road-legal tires excel on the street and track, making them a versatile and reliable option for sport-riding enthusiasts. Visit your dealer for pricing. 

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