September 2009 Archives

The right Harley Davidson motorcycle jacket is an important decision. The basic types of motorcycle jacket are traditional leather, Kevlar, and textile. All three jacket types have their advantages and disadvantages to help comfortably, and stylishly, protect you while riding your Harley Davidson.

Your Harley Davidson jacket is another important piece of apparel that keeps you safe along with an added value of style. With that in mind, not all motorcycle jacket brands are created equal. A number of companies design jackets with Harley riders in mind; the type of riding you do, the bikes you ride, and the places you like to ride. Arlen Ness, Tour Master, Fieldsheer, River Road and Power-Trip are five top motorcycle jacket producers that will be discussed here (for information on types of motorcycle jackets and their advantages and disadvantages, read the article "Harley Davidson Motorcycle Jacket Types").

The four types of Harley Davidson motorcycle helmets will be examined in this overview: full-face, modular, open-face, and the half-helmet.

Getting the right motorcycle helmet for you and your Harley Davidson is a complicated process. The helmet you choose will end up being an important addition to your riding attire, and many states require a DOA certified bike helmet whenever you ride your Harley. It may help to keep the following points in mind when shopping for a helmet.

The best bike helmet manufacturers make a number of different motorcycle helmets that you can use as your Harley Davidson helmet. Many top companies have been making motorcycle helmets for decades and year to year introduce new concepts and innovations designed to provide you with the safest, most comfortable, and best looking motorcycle helmets possible. Bell, Shoei, Arai, and HJC are four of the top manufacturers of motorcycle helmets designed to serve as a Harley rider.

(For information on types of helmets, read "Harley Davidson Helmet Overview: Types, Safety, and Popularity")
(For information on purchasing helmets, read "Harley Davidson Motorcycle Helmet Buying Guide")