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59. Motorcycle equipment

Motorcycle equipment includes the protective equipment used by the rider and passenger and the safety equipment fitted to the motorcycle. Rider equipment commonly includes a helmet, protective clothing, gloves, boots and eye protection, while the motorcycle itself requires equipment such as lights, brakes, mirrors, tyres and signalling devices according to local law.

The equipment that is legally required varies between countries and motorcycle categories. Riders should ensure that both their protective equipment and motorcycle are suitable, correctly used and in safe condition before travelling.

Motorcycle equipment
Barry Sheene's racing helmet, leathers and Suzuki motorcycle on display at the Silverstone Experience Centre. (United Kingdom)
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What equipment should a motorcyclist use?

Motorcyclists should use appropriate protective equipment, commonly including a helmet, gloves, protective jacket and trousers, and footwear that protects the feet and ankles.

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 83–88, helmets and protective clothing; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rule 59, cycle equipment; national guidance example

🔗 wegcode.be • Belgium, Royal Decree of 1 December 1975, Articles 2 and 36, moped/speed-pedelec helmets; Belgian example

🔗 chp.ca.gov • California Highway Patrol, motorcycle safety and helmets; California example

Is a motorcycle helmet compulsory?

Helmet requirements depend on local law, although approved motorcycle helmets are compulsory in many countries. The helmet should fit correctly and be used in a way that preserves its protective function.

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 83–88, helmets and protective clothing; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rule 59, cycle equipment; national guidance example

🔗 wegcode.be • Belgium, Royal Decree of 1 December 1975, Articles 2 and 36, moped/speed-pedelec helmets; Belgian example

🔗 chp.ca.gov • California Highway Patrol, motorcycle safety and helmets; California example

Why should motorcyclists wear gloves?

Use suitable motorcycle gloves as part of your protective equipment. They can help protect the hands while allowing a secure grip and operation of the controls. Protection depends on the glove’s design, condition and fit; ordinary gloves are not automatically equivalent to protective riding gloves.

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 83–88, helmets and protective clothing; national guidance example

🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rule 59, cycle equipment; national guidance example

🔗 wegcode.be • Belgium, Royal Decree of 1 December 1975, Articles 2 and 36, moped/speed-pedelec helmets; Belgian example

🔗 chp.ca.gov • California Highway Patrol, motorcycle safety and helmets; California example

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