Best motorcycle gear for women 2022

Top picks for women’s motorcycle gear 2022

Our aim here is to help demystify some of the confusion and help point you in the right direction of which gear best suits your style and type of riding. We’ve cross-referenced customer and RevZilla employee reviews to evaluate the style, comfort, protection, and price of women’s riding gear on the market in 2022 and bring you our best recommendations.

Selection process

Our recommendations are broken down into riding categories such as Cruiser/Café, ADV/Touring, and Sport & Street. We have found that the best gear for both segments in each of these categories shares a lot of the same attributes and these outfits can work for either riding style within that category. We then dive into the specialized categories of Sport Track riding gear and Dirt MX/trail gear, offering our takes on the top gear for these high-performance categories. If you’re brand new to riding and not even sure where to start, check out our Beginners Gear Guide, which dives into full outfits for those just starting their motorcycling journey.

Best women’s café/cruiser gear

If you are a rider who appreciates the heritage look of a café racer or a classic cruiser, chances are you want gear that complements that style but doesn’t sacrifice protection, either. We’ve combed through the catalog to give you our top picks for women’s gear that feels at home on any retro style motorcycle.

The best women's cafe/cruiser gear of 2022

Gear	Category	Price	Details
Biltwell Gringo ECE helmet	Best women's café/cruiser helmet	$175-$220	Beautiful colors/graphics DOT/ECE-certified
Street & Steel Athena jacket	Best women's café/cruiser jacket	$300	Classic biker style CE-rated armor
REV'IT! Fly 3 women's gloves	Best women's café/cruiser gloves	$100	Women's-specific fit Hidden knuckle protection
Bull-It Tactical jeans	Best women's café/cruiser jeans	$130	Denim/Lycra blend Pockets for optional armor
TCX Blend WP boots	Best women's café/cruiser footwear	$200	Full leather construction Waterproof liner

Best women’s café/cruiser helmet: Biltwell Gringo ECE

The Biltwell Gringo ECE is our top pick for a helmet in this category. With an injection-molded ABS shell and DOT and ECE safety certifications, the Biltwell Gringo ECE has been a top-seller for several years running.

It comes in a ton of different colors to go with any street bike out there and the retro styling is on point. There is also the Gringo S ECE version, which has a built-in shield. It’s a popular choice with many riders, given its classic style, modern safety, and affordable price point.

Best women’s café/cruiser jacket: Street & Steel Athena leather jacket

The Street & Steel Athena leather jacket uses drum-dyed leather and quilted panels to achieve a classic biker style that looks great on a café racer or a cruiser.

It features a princess-cut pattern and waist adjusters that help the jacket silhouette adapt to many body types. It also has some nice, upgraded perks like strategic perforated panels for increased airflow, CE-rated armor, and a removable vest liner.

Best women’s café/cruiser gloves: REV’IT! Fly 3 women’s gloves

For keeping those mitts safe on the ride, we recommend the REV'IT! Fly 3 women’s gloves.

The soft goatskin leather construction offers great tactile feel while also complementing the traditional style of these gloves. There is perforation throughout for breathability and hidden knuckle armor under the leather. These REV'IT! gloves hit top marks for style and protection with a wide range of size options.

Best women’s café/cruiser jeans: Bull-it Tactical jeans

When it comes to our jeans recommendation for the cruiser/café segment, we went with the Bull-it Tactical line as our top choice. Bull-it offers three different color and fit options with the Tactical line for women and all are made from a denim-Lycra blend that provides a lot of flexibility for all sorts of body types.

They all have a Covec Poly material that provides excellent abrasion resistance and with the armor added in (sold separately) they meet CE AA standards. It’s always our recommendation to add the armor so you have the best possible protection on the ride. You can learn more about these jeans in our 2022 Jeans Gear Guide.

Best women’s café/cruiser footwear: TCX Blend WP boots

The TCX Blend WP boots are going to be our pick for this category. Year after year, these TCX Blend boots keep getting top reviews for their comfort and style and this year is no different.

They feature full-grain leather construction, protective reinforcements in all key areas, and a waterproof membrane. These do-it-all boots look great on and off the bike and continue to grace our gear guides again for 2022.

Best women’s ADV/touring gear

For you adventure and touring riders out there, adaptability and comfort are paramount in choosing the right gear for the next big journey. We focused on gear that has the ability to adapt to all manner of terrain and climates while still meeting expectations on the comfort and protection side of things.

The best women's ADV/touring gear of 2022

Gear	Category	Price	Details
Arai XD-4 helmet	Best women's ADV/touring helmet	$610-$620	Laminate construction Removable peak
REV'IT! Sand 4 H2O jacket and pants	Best women's ADV/touring jacket and pants	$870	Fully waterproof CE Level 2 armor
Held Sambia 2-in-1 Gore-Tex gloves	Best women's ADV/touring gloves	$200	Stretch fabric for comfort Gore-Tex waterproofing
Forma ADV Tourer boots	Best women's ADV/touring jeans	$250	Full leather upper Drytex liner

Best women’s ADV/touring helmet: Arai XD-4

Starting with the helmet, our selection is the Arai XD-4, which is also a top ADV pick in this year’s helmets Gear Guide. It features an aerodynamically tuned peak that is stable at highway speeds that is also easily removable, a face shield that works with goggles, and a decent amount of venting to keep the air moving.

If you are a dedicated long-distance tourer who does tarmac only, the Shoei Neotech 2 might be more up your alley. If you want to see additional helmet picks, make sure to check out our 2022 Helmets Gear Guide.

Best women’s ADV/Touring jacket and pants combo: REV’IT! Sand 4 H20 jacket and pants

The REV’IT! Sand 4 H20 women's jacket and pant combo is one of the most versatile sets we’ve ridden in yet.

With a multitude of vents, Seeflex CE Level 2 impact protection, a ton of pockets, and two independently removable liners, one waterproof and one thermal, this combo is a great pick for you long-haul riders out there going the distance.

Jen Dunstan has logged some serious miles in all manner of terrains in this kit, you can see it in action in the Kawasaki KLX300 bike review.

Best women’s ADV/touring gloves: Held Sambia 2-in-1 Gore-Tex gloves

Our pick of the Held Sambia 2-in-1 Gore Tex gloves carries on this theme of adaptability.

Riders can slip their hand into the first chamber with a perforated kangaroo-skin palm designed for great tactile feedback in warm-weather riding. When the sun goes down or the clouds roll in, you can throw your hands into the second chamber featuring a Gore-Tex water-proof membrane for colder or wet riding conditions. On top of that, these gloves offer some of the best in protective armor, which is very rare in a glove that also takes waterproofing just as seriously.

Best women’s ADV/touring footwear: Forma ADV Tourer women’s boots

The Forma ADV Tourer Women's Boots continue to impress us with their combination of comfort and protection.

The Drytex proprietary waterproof liner will keep your feet dry and the TPU protection throughout will help keep you safe on the journey. If you are a rider who trends more to the ADV/dirt side of things and expect to hit some trails, you may want to consider the Alpinestars Tech 7 boots mentioned in the dirt section later on in this article.

Best women’s sport/street gear

If you are a sport rider looking for bold gear with protection but is still comfortable for the everyday ride, we’ve pulled these top picks from the catalog that will meet those marks and not completely break the bank.

The best women's sport/street gear of 2022

Gear	Category	Price	Details
AGV K6 helmet	Best women's sport/street helmet	$500	Incredibly lightweight Carbon aramid shell
Alpinestarts Stella GP Plus R v3 Airflow jacket	Best women's sport/street jacket	$500	Classic biker style CE-rated armor
Sedici Mugello women's gloves	Best women's sport/street gloves	$70	Women's-specific fit Hidden knuckle protection
Pando Moto Kissaki Slim women's jeans	Best women's sport/street jeans	$340	Denim/Lycra blend Pockets for optional armor
Alpinestars SMX6 v2 boots	Best women's sport/street footwear	$290-$300	Full leather construction Waterproof liner

Best women’s sport/street helmet: AGV K6 helmet

The AGV K6 is one of our top picks in the 2022 helmet gear guide and an easy choice for this segment as well. It’s insanely light at just two pounds, 14 ounces in a medium, thanks to its carbon aramid shell.

The shell design is not only an awesome aerodynamic form, but it’s also designed to help reduce injuries to the collarbone.

Best women’s sport/street jacket: Alpinestars Stella GP Plus R v3 Airflow jacket

The Alpinestars Stella GP Plus R v3 Airflow blends sport style with everyday functionality. The Stella keeps protection and performance at the forefront featuring external sliders and CE level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus impact armor.

This Stella jacket also features comfort features such as strategic perforated panels for airflow and stretch paneling so the jacket can adapt to a variety of body types.

Best women’s sport/street gloves: Sedici Mugello women’s gloves

The Sedici Mugello Women’s gloves offer excellent sport styling and protection at a price that is tough to beat.

These gloves feature a cowhide leather on the back of the hand and a goatskin leather palm that is touch tech capable. The floating knuckle features a dual density TPU armor and external seams in the fingers that allow for all-day comfort on the ride.

Best women’s sport/street pants: Pando Moto Kissaki Slim women’s jeans

When it comes to riding jeans that work well in a sportier riding position, the Pando Moto Kissaki Slim Women's Jeans are our top pick.

The Kissaki jeans have a great degree of stretch and feature a single layer 25 percent Dyneema denim chassis that looks great and still meets CEAA abrasion resistance ratings. The Kissaki jeans also feature SAS-TEC flex armor in the knees with two adjustable positions, and a regular waistline that also helps keep the ride comfortable in the sport position compared to high-waisted riding jeans. If you want to see the Kissaki jeans in action, check out Jen Dunstan’s 2021 Ducati Monster review.

Best women’s sport/street footwear: Alpinestars Stella SMX6 v2 boots

We chose the Alpinestars Stella SMX6 v2 because they offer that sport-appeal aesthetic with some key features to aid in everyday comfort.

The Stella SMX6 boots offer many protective features similar to those on Alpinestars' top-of-the-line race boots, such as hard TPU protectors and a lateral ankle bracing system. However, these boots also incorporate a bunch of accordion bellows to improve the flexibility and comfort for the everyday ride and come in either a vented or non-vented option. They’re a great choice for all-day sport riding as they provide a nice balance of comfort and protection.

Best women’s sport track riding gear

When you are testing your speed and skill on the track, you are going to want the absolute best in performance and protection. The focus on this year’s sport track riding gear guide is on the cutting-edge technology of safety that has been tested and passed down from the upper tiers of motorcycle racing for us regular track-day riders to enjoy. 

The best women's sport track gear of 2022

Gear	Category	Price	Details
AGV Pista GP RR helmet	Best women's sport track helmet	$1,450	Laminate construction Removable peak
Alpinestars Stella Missile v2 Race suit	Best women's sport track suit	$1,000	Full track protection Compatible with Tech airbags
REV'IT! Xena 3 women's gloves	Best women's sport track gloves	$210	TPU protectors Leather construction
Alpinestars SMX Plus v2 boots	Best women's sport track boots	$400	Replaceable sliders Lace Lock system

Best women’s sport track riding helmet: AGV Pista GP RR helmet 

Engineered from the crucible that is MotoGP racing, the AGV Pista GP RR helmet is a top-of-line helmet designed specifically for track use.

Utilizing a carbon fiber shell, innovative aerodynamic design, and Integrated Ventilation System, the Pista is light and airy for the heavy exertion of sessions on track. Not to mention the shell and EPS structure are designed to minimize rotational accelerations per stringent FIM racing homologation standards.

Best women’s sport track riding suit: Alpinestars Stella Missile V2 Race suit

Specifically designed to accept the Alpinestars Tech Air 5 and 10 Airbag systems (sold separately), the Stella Missile suit offers the absolute latest and greatest in safety protection.

The Stella Missile suit is optimized for the female form and the pre-curved pattern is built with a tight tuck riding position in mind. When it comes to armor, the Stella Missile suit uses CE-certified GP-R protectors in key areas such as the shoulders, elbows, and knees with additional protection from proprietary Dynamic Friction Shield (DFS) protectors on the knee and shoulder, plus a removable elbow slider for those riders who like to get really low in the corners. Finally, because we all know most track riding happens in those hotter months, the Stella Missile suit has strategic perforated panels and an airflow-optimized back hump to help keep you cool.

Best women’s sport track riding gloves: REV’IT! Xena 3 women’s gloves

The REV’IT! Xena 3 women’s gloves grace our sport track riding list as they have a generous use of hard TPU protectors in all the key impact areas.

These gloves don’t skimp anywhere else, either, utilizing multiple leathers and textiles for a comfortable and breathable fit for those hot days on the track.

Best women’s sport track riding footwear: Alpinestars Stella SMX Plus v2 Boots

The Alpinestars Stella SMX Plus v2 boots are purpose-built for the rigors of track riding, featuring a full complement of hard TPU protectors and utilizing the Alpinestars Multi Link Control ankle support system for the ultimate in protection.

When it comes to comfort for a full day at the track the Stella SMX plus boots utilize the Lace Lock system for easy in and out of the boot, strategic ventilating ports and an EVA footbed for comfort.

Best women’s dirt MX/trail riding gear

For those of you who like to ride dirty, it can seem like the market is completely saturated with options. For this segment we focused on products that have survived the demands of both the motocross track and the trails and have high ratings for protection and performance.

The best women's dirt MX/trail gear of 2022

Gear	Category	Price	Details
Fly Racing Dirt Formula helmet	Best women's dirt MX/trail helmet	$690	Light carbon shell Conehead impact protection
100% Racecraft 2 goggles	Best women's dirt MX/trail goggles	$65-$75	Massive viewport Many colors/styles
Fox Racing Flexair women's jersey and pants	Best women's dirt MX/trail jersey and pants	$270	Women's-specific fit Durable enough for woods
Troy Lee Designs GP Floral gloves	Best women's dirt MX/trail gloves	$30	Excellent lever feel Secure closure
Alpinestars Tech 7 boots	Best women's dirt MX/trail footwear	$400	Full microfiber construction Hinged ankle protection
Alpinestars Stella Bionic jacket	Best women's dirt MX/trail armor jacket	$260	Proven design Back/roost protection
Mobius X8 knee braces	Best women's dirt MX/trail knee braces	$650	Protects knees from twisting CCRS stays planted

Best women’s dirt MX/trail helmet: Fly Racing Dirt Formula Helmet

The Fly Racing Dirt Formula Helmet features a multi-layered and adaptive impact system to help combat the variety of bumps that can happen off-road.

Fly's Impact Energy Cells, enhanced with RHEON, help dissipate the energy from collisions and work in tandem with their patented Conehead EPS technology to deliver some of the most cutting-edge protection available. Sporting a 12k carbon fiber shell, the Racing Formula helmet houses all of this top protection in an extremely lightweight package.

Best women’s dirt MX/trail goggles: 100% Racecraft 2 goggles

The 100% Racecraft 2 goggles have a reputation for being a class leader due to their outrigger design, versatile fit over a multitude of helmets, and patented ventilation system that combats fog in a comfortable eye protection package.

With a bevy of color and lens options, the Racecraft 2 is a favorite among the off-road community.

Best women’s dirt MX/trail jersey and pants: Fox Racing Women's Flexair Mirer women's jersey and pants

Sometimes women’s gear can lag behind the men’s options in materials and function, but not so with the Fox Racing Women's Flexair jersey and pants.

Made from high performance TruDri and TruMotion materials, this combo set is unbelievably light and flexible and features high-tech finishes such as a bonded collar, moisture-wicking properties, and a shape tailored for the female form with a slim athletic fit.

We initially worried about how this incredibly lightweight kit would hold up on the trails compared to the MX park, but after Jen Dunstan crash tested it all weekend long on the famous John Bull trail without any rips or tears, we can say the Flexair set has more versatility than meets the eye.

Best women’s dirt MX/trail gloves: Troy Lee Designs GP Floral women’s gloves

There are plenty of dirt gloves to pick from, but the Troy Lee Designs GP women’s gloves offer up that do-it-all versatility we can’t ignore.

A middleweight glove in terms of material and protection, the GP glove performs well at the track or on the trail and with a palm that has excellent tactility on the handlebar.

Best women’s dirt MX/trail boots: Alpinestars Tech 7 boots

Alpinestars dominates the MX boot scene and the Tech 7 boots are the more approachable model behind the over-the-top Tech 10.

Featuring their innovative TPU lateral ankle protection system, TPU lower shell with a metal shank reinforcement, and a full host of armor throughout, the Tech 7 boots are like an armored tank for your feet. Though the Tech 7 boots are listed as a men’s boot, we have found the sizing run and fit of these boots also work for most women.

Best women’s dirt MX/trail armor: Alpinestars Stella Bionic jacket

The Alpinestars Stella Bionic Jacket is one of the longest running pieces of armor in this segment and with good reason.

Hitting top marks for a female spec fit, easy to get on and off, and full-on protection all around, the Stella Bionic jacket has been the go-to for many off-road women riders for several years running.

Best women’s dirt MX/trail knee braces: Mobius X8 knee braces

The Mobius X8 knee braces make the cut for several reasons. One is their easy Continuous Cable Routing System (CCRS) closure system, which ensures a snug fit that will not loosen up on the ride.

The X8 knee braces also bring some serious armor to the category, offering some of the most top-to-bottom armor coverage we have seen in a knee brace. An honorable mention we would like to point out is the Asterisk Carbon Cell knee braces for their excellent performance and ability to be refurbished for the heavy enduro racers out there. 

If you made it to the bottom here, we congratulate you. You’re in the know of all of our top picks for 2022 women’s riding gear. It doesn’t stop here, however. Be sure to check out the rest of our 2022 gear guides spanning a variety of other categories to help point you toward the gear that tops our lists for this riding season.