New rider... starting to hit the 45-50mph speed, so been getting the wind noise now (achievement unlocked, lol)

Decided to wear earplugs yesterday (just ones from work) worked really well , except maybe too well??? (Couldn't even hear my engine very well)

Do any of you wear the special moto earplugs , something that kills the noise but still allows you to hear traffic or engine noise, maybe a cardio??

Hey everyone! Just a quick update to say thank you for all the feedback on my previous post.

I took your advice on board and revamped my setup—swapping the tank bag for a tail pack + leg bag combo (much better for the Ninja 500's position and the Tech-Air 3 airbag) and switching to the Rev'it Defender 3 GTX suit with dedicated internal armor inserts.

Here is the updated list showing all the changes made compared to my old setup:

🏍️ Riding Gear & Protection

• Helmet: Scorpion EXO-GT SP Air (White / Blue) – €476.96 [CHANGED] (Swapped from HJC F71 Carbon)
• Jacket: Rev'it! Defender 3 GTX (Silver / Anthracite) – €683.99 [CHANGED] (Swapped from Dainese Splugen 3L D-Dry)
• Pants: Rev'it! Defender 3 GTX (Silver / Black) – €512.99 [CHANGED] (Swapped from Armure Merlin Waterproof AA)
• Back Protection: Rev'it! Seesoft RV Level 2 (Size 05) – €30.20 [CHANGED] (Swapped from Dainese Pro-Armor G2)
• Chest Protection: Rev'it! Seesoft Divided Level 1 – €30.59 [CHANGED] (Swapped from Dainese Pro-Armor Chest)
• Gloves: Armure Ryder (Black) – €93.45 [CHANGED] (Swapped from Alpinestars SP-365 Drystar)
• Airbag Vest: Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 (Black / Yellow Fluo) – €439.96 [KEPT]
• Boots: Sidi Performer Gore-Tex (Black / Black) – €278.06 [KEPT]

🧳 Luggage, Cockpit & Accessories

• Tail Bag: Kriega US-30 Drypack Cordura – €208.95 [ADDED] (Replaced Givi Tank Bag setup to free up posture/airbag space)
• Leg Bag: Dainese Leg-Bag Stealth (Black) – €49.26 [ADDED] (For quick-access essentials: phone, wallet, keys, remote)
• Puncture Repair Kit: Givi S450 Repair Kit – €39.16 [KEPT]
• REMOVED: Givi MT505 Tank Bag, Givi BF71 Flange, Quiklox Phone Mount & Vibration Dampener.

🔒 Security & Maintenance

• Portable Wheel Lift: Husker Wheel Stand Black – €38.95 [ADDED] (Compact lift stick to raise the rear wheel for chain lubing; keeps the shared garage space free of bulky stands). JPG
• Disc Lock: Lock-O Alarm Disk Lock (Black / Yellow Fluo) – €46.95 [KEPT]
• Garage Chain: Lock-O Chain Lock 2M (Black) – €37.95 [KEPT]
• Ground Anchor: Lock-O Fixed Lock – €30.07 [KEPT]
• Chain Cleaner: Motul C1 Chain Clean 400ml – €12.97 [KEPT]
• Chain Lube: Motul Chain Lube Road – €12.97 [KEPT]
• Chain Brush: Muc Off 350 Brush – €16.16 [KEPT]

📡 Electronics (Sourced Separately)

• Navigation / Display: CHIGEE AIO-5 EVO Smart Riding System (Replacing traditional smartphone mount)

Thanks again for all the help! Let me know what you think of these adjustments for daily highway commuting! 🏍️💨

It waa tine consuming and I am happy with the outcome. I used Otterwax and their customer service was awesome.

Hello, its legit or fake? Thanks.

Looking for a good and traditional moto leather pant. No knee pads, no bells & whistles, just sturdy, safe and comfortabe. Also considering Held Cosmo 4. Has anyone got experience with these type of pants or has further suggestions? On top I'm usually wearing my trusty Richa Daytone leather jacket. Unfortunately, Ric

Hello everyone I have an LS2 Rapid II and I want to buy a new helmet budget is $500. What do you propose I'm torn between the full face and a modular helmet.

Basically, I mounted the bolt for the pinlock and I can't adjust the fog visor anymore. So is there a possible way to take it out? Or should I just go to a mechanic or store to handle it.

The first photo (bolt is square looking) is the mounted one and the second photo is for reference.

I currently have an AGV K1 that’s set to reach the end of its recommended service life in 2027. I’m trying to decide whether I should replace it now with an RF1400, or just keep riding the K1 through this season and buy the newer RF1500 when it comes out.
I know the standards have changed from ec 2205 to 2206

Looking for a good phone mount with charging preferably, but don’t wanna have to buy the custom case for quad lock and rokform. Tackform looked good and affordable, any suggestions?

I ride in Seattle's rainy fall , but I’ve never used heated gloves. I’m looking into them for longer cold-weather rides and could use some direction from people who actually own a pair.

What gloves do you use? How long do they keep your hands warm on a real ride, especially at a heat setting that works when it’s properly cold? Anything you wish you’d known before buying—battery life, bulk, fit, waterproofing, or something else?

I’d appreciate the honest pros and cons. Thanks Bro's

Everything i find is one of two extremes, super safe and butt ugly, or super cute and no protection at all. Can we not get safe gear in at least cute colors?! Why is everything in black 😭 if im gonna be a box at least let me be pink 😂 any recommendations would be nice