They are not mandatory, but summer or "ventilated" jackets are highly recommended when riding a motorcycle on hot days.

The lower parts of the body are the ones most likely to suffer injuries when riding a motorcycle. For this reason, it is very important to protect them with appropriate footwear, which must have certain characteristics depending on the type of motorcycle we ride and what we use it for.

They have been required in MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3 since 2018; and it's expected that in the near future, the airbag will be recommended for riders off the circuits, as well

Modular helmets, also called flip-up or convertible helmets, try to combine the best of both worlds: the freedom of jet helmets and the safety of full face helmets.

The current regulations of the MotoGP World Cup limit the technology that can be used in the RC213V but even if we go back to years with more lax regulations, our riders' bikes don't get nearly as much technology as we find in the new Gold Wing 2020, Honda's flagship product.

Crash pads, protectors, anti-slip grips... Some essential motorbike accessories to make our journey unbeatable.

The exhaust pipe is a big issue. Let's go over some things to keep in mind.

Marc Márquez often changes his helmet's design. Now we’re talking to the heads of Shoei...

We don't often pay attention to the most important safety component used every time we ride a bike: the helmet. When should you get a new one? Read on to find out.

Alpinestars is the designer and manufacturer of the racing suits that Repsol Honda rider Marc Márquez wear. Today we’ll tell you six interesting facts about our rider suits and the production process.

At MotoGP races, we've seen Marc Márquez wear helmets with several different designs. Here’s a gallery we've put together with some of our favourites.

The manufacturing process of a helmet is a highly complex task. Our two MotoGP riders, Marc Márquez and Dani Pedrosa put their trust in Shoei and Arai respectively to get the job done. We begin a series of two reports in which we talk to both brands to really find out how a World Championship rider's helmet is created, starting with Arai.

Alpinestars is the brand in which Marc Márquez and Dani Pedrosa sport the Repsol Honda colours at the Road Racing World Championship. Safety is one of the priorities in the design of the suits, gloves, and boots. But how many pieces do the riders use per GP? And how does the team work to ensure they have everything they need at every GP?