A helmet is the most important piece of safety equipment for a motorcyclist. While many rental companies offer helmets, we strongly recommend bringing your own helmet if possible, especially if you’re accustomed to the fit and style of your own helmet. Some popular helmet brands include Shoei, Arai, and Bell, but there are also budget-friendly options available from brands like HJC and LS2. If you need to rent a helmet, make sure it fits you properly and has DOT and/or ECE certification. The estimated cost of renting a helmet is around $10-$20 per day.

Gloves provide protection to your hands in case of an accident, but they also offer comfort and grip when riding. Alpinestars, Dainese, and Held are some of the most popular glove brands, but there are also affordable options available from brands like Joe Rocket and Fly Racing. Gloves are easy to bring if you have them available, but are also cheap and easy to rent. If you rent them, make sure they fit well and offer adequate protection. The estimated cost of renting gloves is around $5-$10 per day.

A good quality jacket provides protection from the elements as well as from injury in case of a fall. If you’re travelling to a destination with extreme weather conditions, popular jacket brands like Rev’It, Klim, and Tourmaster offer a range of options with different features. Viking Cycle and Xelement offer budget-friendly options. In places with mild weather (like the Dominican Republic) you may be tempted to not wear a jacket, but we highly recommend it as it will protect you from the elements as well as any potential falls. The estimated cost of renting a jacket is around $15-$30 per day.

Riding boots provide protection to your feet and ankles in case of an accident, as well as from the heat of the motorcycle’s engine. Sidi, TCX, and Alpinestars are popular boot brands, but budget-friendly options include Joe Rocket and Speed & Strength. If you have a pair of riding boots that fit you well and they fit in your suitcase, feel free to bring them. We find that most travellers don’t bring their boots as they are among the heaviest and largest pieces of gear. If you don’t have riding boots or don’t want to bring them, renting them is a good option. The estimated cost of renting riding boots is around $15-$30 per day.

Riding pants offer protection to your lower body in case of an accident, and they’re usually made of materials that offer abrasion resistance. Popular riding pants brands include Klim, Dainese, and Rev’It, while budget-friendly options include Scorpion and Fly Racing. Not many companies offer riding pants for rental, so research and maybe bring your own if you need to. At DR Moto Rides we rent basic riding pants of different sizes for riders who don’t own them or don’t want to bring them. The estimated cost of renting riding pants is around $15-$30 per day.

If you’re planning to ride long distances, a backpack or hydration pack can be helpful to carry essentials like water, snacks, and a camera. If you already have a backpack or hydration pack, it’s best to bring it. However, if you don’t have one or don’t want to carry it with you, renting one is a good option. Brands like Olympia and Cortech offer budget-friendly options. The estimated cost of renting a backpack or hydration pack is around $15-$20 per day.

In some cases, rental companies may offer a “kit” that includes the basic gear such as a helmet, jacket, gloves, and boots at a discounted rate. This is a good option if you don’t have your own gear and want to save some money. The estimated cost of renting a kit is around $40-$80 per day, depending on the rental company and location.