...dress for the crash. It's one of those mantras recited at every motorcycle training school across America. And of course as true as ever here in NYC. I thought I'd share my version of what it takes to ride on the safer side - though I'll note that there are some times when I can foresee situations where all this would be insufficient:
Feet: racing boots with high ankle protectors, articulated metal frame, and rigid inner boot ($350)
Lower legs: dirt-bike quality shin and knee guards, abrasion-resistant knee wraps ($150)
Upper legs: two layers of abrasion resistant spandex shorts; 1st pair contains CE approved impact pads, second pair contains hard plastic grinding pads; both contain protection for quads, hips, and rear ($200)
Legs: thick riding leather pants ($350)
Torso: weight lifting belt across kidneys, abrasion resistant long-sleeved undershirt, dirt-biker's full torso integrated CE padding with two chest plates, shoulder plates, back pad, elbow plates, tricep and bicep pads ($500)
Upper body: thick leather riding jacket with another set of integrated should, forearm, and back padding ($300)
Head: DOT & Snell approved helmet ($500)
Back: back pack with CE padding and abrasion resistant straps ($120)
Total cost of protective gear: ~ $2,500-3,000
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