| Consider an alternative to sunscreen, garments made | | | | not too bad but again they are not designed for |
| with UPF (Ultra Violet Protection Factor). They are | | | | motorcycling. The clothing worn while riding a |
| very popular in sports like golfing, bicycling, surfing, | | | | motorcycle is important because of the high speeds. |
| swimming, hiking and the list goes on. Some are | | | | We all know what it is like to wear loose fitting |
| designed to wick away sweat from the skin allowing | | | | clothing. Either it rides up or beats you until your skin |
| you to remain cool even when the temperatures | | | | is sore. Eventually someone will take notice that we |
| soar. While they are popular for sports, the | | | | too want the protection and there is a market out |
| motorcycling community is being left out. Wearing | | | | there. Until that time comes our choices are few. |
| long sleeves designed for surfing does not fit the | | | | Our motorcycles also need protection from the sun. |
| style of the motorcyclist. Of course no one says you | | | | The leather seats, saddlebags and any accessories |
| can't wear them, the bright white and pink, or white | | | | can take a real beating if left uncovered for |
| and teal for the ladies or bright blue for the gents, | | | | extended periods. There are many bike covers out |
| looks more like your heading for the beach instead | | | | there but some are good for both keeping your bike |
| on that ride through the country. | | | | dry and keeping the sun from deteriorating your |
| In addition, they are very form fitting. Any overhang | | | | investment. Look for covers that have a heat shield |
| or dimple will be seen. If you are still interested, a | | | | around the bottom in case your pipes are still hot. |
| recommendation is to order two sizes larger then | | | | Heavier and thicker is not always better. Motorcycle |
| you normally would wear. The same thing goes for | | | | covers made from a light polymer can be just as |
| bicycling shirts. These protective shirts are indicative | | | | effective and will be easier to store in your saddlebag |
| of the sport and a motorcyclist wearing this style | | | | with out taking up too much room. |
| would look odd. A few shirts designed for golfing are | | | | |