Perfect for those warm summer rides, the Epic Air touring boots ($199.99) from Tourmaster combine microfiber synthetic leather with breathable small-diameter mesh fabric, and the OutDry waterproof/breathable membrane keeps you dry if you’re caught in a rain storm. They also feature accordion stretch panels, TPR shifter guards, reflective detailing and integrated armor. Men’s standard sizes run from 7-14, and wide widths from 8.5-14.
Mesh? Leather? Why not both? Joe Rocket’s Reactor 3.0 jacket is made from a combination of Free Air mesh and 1.2mm leather, and it even includes a removable windproof liner for cooler temps. The Reactor 3.0 includes CE-approved shoulder and elbow armor, a back pad and fitment adjusters at the waist, wrists and forearms, and it uses heavy-duty YKK zippers. It’s available in Black, Red/Black and Blue/Black in men’s sizes S-3XL for $239.99.
HeliBars, maker of adjustable handlebars and risers, has developed a new handlebar for the BMW K 1600 B and K 1600 Grand America. Made of 28mm seamless German tubing, HeliBars uses its in-house, five-axis CNC mandrel bender to shape the handlebars with minimal distortion to the tubing. The handlebar is 2 inches closer to the rider and 1 inch wider than stock, retains stock lines and cables and has no crossbar for easier refueling. Available in black or silver powdercoat for $349.
Collect some stamps in your passport and enjoy stunning scenery, delicious food and, of course, amazing roads, with Adriatic Moto Tours. This year it’s offering a new tour, Europe Royale, that takes you from the Austrian and Swiss Alps to the French wine-producing region of Alsace and into Germany’s famous Black Forest. Along the way you’ll explore medieval villages and fairytale castles. The Europe Royale tour runs from July 13-21, 2019, and pricing starts at 3,550 Euros.
Missed Shifts ($22) is a collection of stories, essays and articles from veteran motojournalist and longtime Rider contributor Jerry Smith. Drawn from his work in print and online, the 196-page book includes the highs of riding fast motorcycles, the lows of riding them just a bit too fast, traveling to strange and wild places, the business of being a freelance writer and even a few fond remembrances of the dogs who waited patiently for him to return from his adventures.
For more than 20 years, riders have been wearing Bohn Body Armor’s lightweight, cool and comfortable armored shirts, pants and shorts to protect them from shoulders to shins. Bohn armored apparel fits comfortably under your favorite riding clothes and keeps the armor snug and in place in case you ever need it. Men’s and women’s sizes are available from 2XS to 3XL, and Bohn offers free shipping in the U.S. (and a discounted rate for Canada and international orders).
Improve your 2013-2019 BMW R 1200 or R 1250 GS model’s comfort with a new Corbin saddle. Its more sculpted seating area and Comfort Cell foam will keep you comfy all day. Front saddle options include three heights, low, standard and high, all of which are compatible with the factory rear or can be matched with a Corbin passenger saddle. They’re all easy to install and work with your bike’s key lock. Prices start at $433 for non-heated saddles and $493 for heated options.
Moto Machines is now the exclusive U.S. distributor for English exhaust manufacturer Scorpion, and it has a new “Red Power” system that’s designed with a shorter, more circular silencer with a subtle taper, a machined billet end-cap and a laser-engraved logo for a classy appearance. Red Power exhausts are available in brushed stainless steel, matte black ceramic and satin titanium finishes, and fit a variety of European and Japanese sport, ADV and sport-touring bikes. See website for fitment and pricing details.
Hit the twisties in style and protection with the FL-2 gauntlet glove by Fly Racing. This full-featured sport glove is made from supple goatskin, with aramid thread for the ultimate in burst resistance. Fit is relaxed due to its deep tunneling design, and fingers are pre-curved and the palm is reinforced. Sliders on the palm and gauntlet and knuckle protectors round out the package. The FL-2 is available in Black, Black/White/Red and Black/White for $109.95.
The X-903 is X-Lite’s new top-of-the-line touring helmet, with a composite fiber (carbon, Kevlar and fiberglass) shell, innovative magnetic visor assembly mechanism, Pinlock fog-resistant face shield, removable, washable and adjustable inner liner and internal drop-down sun shield, plus it’s ready for the Ncom B901X Bluetooth communication system. The DOT-approved X-903 is available in sizes XS-2XL spread over three shell sizes in Black or White, for $499.95.
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