Roadskin Motorcycle News and Features

CE Level 2 motorcycle armour transmits significantly less impact force than Level 1, offering greater protection to your knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, and back in a crash. It is certified under the EN 1621 family of standards. In this article we explain the differences and why it matters.

The UK is home to some of the world's most accessible historical sites, many of which are connected by scenic motorcycle routes. From Hadrian's Wall in the north to Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain, two wheels offer a flexible and immersive way to explore British heritage.

Ian has become the first person ever to officially finish the Red Bull Romaniacs on a Ducati. Not a lightweight enduro machine built for the job, but a Ducati DesertX Rally, a proper heavyweight adventure bike. Four brutal days. 650 kilometres of unforgiving Carpathian mountain terrain. One broken petrol tank. And a whole lot of grit.

The last time Roadskin founder Ian Wilson raced the world’s toughest enduro rally, he came home with a broken shoulder. Now he’s going back for more. Here he explains what’s so addictive about this five-day epic and why racers risk life and limb to ride the Romaniacs.

UK motorcyclists can cut fuel costs by keeping tyres at the correct pressure, maintaining the chain and air filter, riding smoothly with steady throttle, anticipating traffic, and shedding excess weight. Together, these habits can improve fuel economy and stretch every tankful further.

Motorcycle sales are rising again in 2026, especially in the Adventure motorcycle category. These sales have grown by 27.4% in the first three months of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. While you might imagine exciting rides through remote mountain trails when thinking of an "adventure bike," the truth is much more practical and engaging.

Find the best Wales motorcycle tours that perfectly blend scenic riding routes, a spirit of adventure, and true biker camaraderie. Get ready to explore breathtaking landscapes and challenging roads.

Throughout this guide, you’ll find evidence-based insights, real-world examples, and expert commentary on how AI is reshaping your riding experience. You'll also see how Roadskin adapts our range of CE-approved clothing, which is trusted for its combination of style, safety, and comfort, to match these advances.

There’s something especially liberating about motorcycle touring in the UK – and we don’t just mean not having to remember your passport. Packing light but right, by Roadskin CEO, Ian Wilson.