Motorcycle gear reviews

Honest, independent reviews of helmets, jackets, gloves and boots. Real-world tests, no marketing fluff.

Review 7/10

Sena SMH5 Review: The Budget Bluetooth Intercom Worth Buying First

An honest UK review of the Sena SMH5, a budget Bluetooth motorcycle intercom. Real-world range, battery life, and whether it beats paying more for a Sena or Cardo flagship.

6 Aug 2026
Review 7/10

Oxford Toledo 1.0 Jacket Review: The Budget Waterproof Textile for New Riders

An honest UK review of the Oxford Toledo 1.0, a sub-£120 waterproof textile jacket with CE Level 1 armour. How it protects, how it copes with British rain, and whether it is the sensible first jacket over the pricier Montreal 4.

4 Aug 2026
Review 8/10

HJC C10 Review: The Best Sub-£100 Helmet for New Riders?

An honest UK review of the HJC C10, the first sub-£100 helmet to meet the ECE 22.06 safety standard. How it fits, how it vents, and why it's the budget first-helmet pick to beat.

7 Jun 2026
Review 8/10

Oxford Brisbane Air Review: A Brilliant £35 Summer Glove

An honest UK review of the Oxford Brisbane Air short summer gloves. Real airflow, genuine protection and a reinforced leather palm for around £35, the easy budget summer glove pick.

7 Jun 2026
Review 8/10

AGV K6 S Helmet Review: Lightweight Sport-Touring That Actually Breathes

An honest UK review of the AGV K6 S — a lightweight, well-ventilated sport-touring helmet generally regarded as one of the better options in the upper-mid price bracket. How it fits, how it performs, and whether the price is justified.

5 Jun 2026
Review 8/10

Oxford Montreal 4 Jacket Review: The UK Textile Default for Good Reason

An honest UK review of the Oxford Montreal 4 textile motorcycle jacket. How it fits, how it keeps the rain out, and whether it justifies its reputation as a go-to mid-range textile for British riding conditions.

5 Jun 2026