Motorcycle gear can be expensive, and I mean really expensive. The cost of gear is something a lot of new riders forget to take into account, especially when they’re balling on a budget. It can be all too easy to spend all your money on your first motorcycle – after all, that’s the fun part, right? However, when you finally have that bike sitting in your driveway, you may realize that you’re a couple hundred bucks short for a decent set of gear.
Indeed, the used market is a great place to go when it comes to gear. Great deals can be had on lightly used jackets, and maybe even gloves, boots, and pants, if you’re willing to put in the elbow grease to give them a deep clean. However, when it comes to helmets, you may want to look elsewhere. Sure, that shiny Arai helmet listed for $150 on Facebook Marketplace may seem like a steal, but just because it’s an authentic piece from one of the most reputable helmet brands in the world, doesn’t mean it’s still in good enough shape to protect your noggin’ in the event of a crash.
