So I rode some when I was 18/19 yrs old a few times. Almost 50 now and excited to rediscover a new/old passion! VERY important is to do this as safely as possible. So see my choices below.
Jacket
I went for a mesh street approved jacket. Critical for the hot weather here in sunny California.
Even had a “safety crafting” to put in a more substantial back protector peeps! So my new protector didn’t fit so I cut it down…. With COVID-19 would have been a pain to return…
Helmet
Starting with a full helmet. Went with Sidici 2020 helmet – fixed the visor issue for 2020. Also got a modular helmet to try. Interested in 3/4 helmet with chin guard, but after I’m more confident.
Love the way open face helmets look however for me it’s not an option. No judgment here peeps if your a fan!
Boots
Tried a few motorcycle boots. Also street approved boots, decided some boots I already own would work. Important to be over the ankles. So my lightweight timberlands are perfect! Also have some cowboy boots that I think will work. But my timberlands are so comfy I haven’t tried them yet.
Pants
Went for the new women’s street leggings with reinforced behind and knees. I also put in pads. Few I tried were way too big. Ended up improvising and bought shoulder pads. Fit perfect in my leggings. Waist it a little big so planning a trip to the tailor, for now a belt is holding them up!
Gloves
So I bought some online, plus one from Cycle Gear. Both have issues. Online are a little big. Other set did not have ability to use smartphone gloved. Heard you can add finger pad to the index finger so going to try that.
So still searching for the perfect pair! Excited to look at Memorial Day sales. Currently using my bigger gloves. Now know tight fitting, with smartphone enabled is best.
Racy Tracy Ryker 