# PowersportsTested

> Powersports guides: motorcycle helmets and riding gear, ATV, UTV and side-by-side accessories, dirt bike and snowmobile gear, intercoms, batteries, tires, maintenance and hauling.

PowersportsTested publishes powersports gear reviews, buying guides and reader discount codes. Every review states who the product suits, the current price from the brand's own store, and any active reader code.

## Key pages
- [Reviews](https://powersportstested.com/reviews): every product we recommend
- [Buying guides](https://powersportstested.com/guides): how to choose
- [Glossary](https://powersportstested.com/glossary): powersports gear terms defined
- [How we test](https://powersportstested.com/testing-methodology)

## Topics
- [Helmets](https://powersportstested.com/category/helmets): Street, adventure and off-road helmets, youth helmets, sizing and the DOT, ECE and Snell standards.
- [Riding gear](https://powersportstested.com/category/riding-gear): Riding jackets and pants, boots, gloves, base layers, rain gear and CE-rated armor for street and off-road.
- [Motorcycles](https://powersportstested.com/category/motorcycles): Luggage, crash protection, seats, lighting, dirt bike parts and touring setups for motorcycles.
- [ATVs & UTVs](https://powersportstested.com/category/atv-utv): Winches, plows, roofs, windshields, doors, storage, lighting and tires for ATVs and side-by-sides.
- [Snowmobiles & PWC](https://powersportstested.com/category/snow-water): Snowmobile suits, helmets and accessories, and personal watercraft life jackets, covers and accessories.
- [Maintenance & tools](https://powersportstested.com/category/maintenance): Batteries and tenders, oil and filters, chain care, stands and lifts, tire tools and garage gear.
- [Electronics & comms](https://powersportstested.com/category/electronics): Helmet intercoms, GPS units, action cameras, phone mounts, trail radios and dash cams.
- [Hauling & storage](https://powersportstested.com/category/hauling): Trailers, loading ramps, wheel chocks, tie-downs, hitch carriers, covers and storage.
- [Youth & new riders](https://powersportstested.com/category/youth-training): Youth ATV and dirt bike sizing, kids' protective gear, rider courses and licensing basics.
- [Parts & performance](https://powersportstested.com/category/parts-performance): Aftermarket suspension, brakes, exhaust, intake and tuning, lighting and electrical upgrades, and fitment.

## Buying guides
- [CE Motorcycle Armor Levels and EN 17092 Classes Explained](https://powersportstested.com/guides/ce-motorcycle-armor-levels-explained): Motorcycle armor is tested under EN 1621: part 1 covers limb protectors, part 2 back protectors and part 3 chest protectors. Level 2 armor lets through less force than Level 1. Whole garments are rated under EN 17092 from AAA (most protection) through AA, A, B and C, based on abrasion, seam strength and impact protection. Look for both the armor level and the garment class on the label.
- [Hard vs Soft Motorcycle Luggage: How to Choose](https://powersportstested.com/guides/hard-vs-soft-motorcycle-luggage): Hard luggage uses rigid cases and often offers a lock; soft luggage is flexible and may be lighter or easier to remove. The right setup depends on your bike's approved mounts, luggage and rack load limits, weather construction and the kind of riding you do. Check the product instructions and your owner's manual before adding a system.
- [Motorcycle Back Protectors: Jacket Insert vs Strap-On](https://powersportstested.com/guides/motorcycle-back-protectors-insert-vs-strap-on): An EN 1621-2 back protector can be a jacket insert or a separate strap-on unit, but both need to match your body and riding layers. For an insert, match the protector's shape and size to the exact jacket pocket; for a strap-on model, use its own sizing and adjust the harness over the clothes you ride in. Check the protector and garment together while seated.
- [Motorcycle Luggage: Panniers vs Top Case vs Tank Bag](https://powersportstested.com/guides/motorcycle-luggage-panniers-top-case-tank-bag-layout): Choose motorcycle luggage by where it mounts and what you carry: panniers sit at the sides, a top case mounts behind the seat, a tank bag uses the tank area and a tail bag sits on the seat or rear rack. Check model-specific mounts, clearances and load labels for the complete setup, then follow the motorcycle manual's cargo limits.
- [Motorcycle Pants: Riding Jeans vs Textile Overpants](https://powersportstested.com/guides/motorcycle-pants-riding-jeans-vs-textile-overpants): Choose motorcycle jeans, textile pants or overpants by the exact garment's EN 17092 class, included EN 1621-1 knee and hip protectors, layering features and fit. REV'IT!'s Tectonic H2O example separates a Class AA protected inner pant from a Class B waterproof outer shell without protectors, while its Axis 3 H2O overpant is Class A. Check the label and size chart for the exact model you plan to wear.
- [Textile vs Leather Motorcycle Jackets: Choose by Use](https://powersportstested.com/guides/textile-vs-leather-motorcycle-jackets): Leather and textile identify shell materials, not a garment's certification class. Compare the jacket's labeled EN 17092 class and included armor first, then look at fit, ventilation, weather features, pockets and care on the exact model. REV'IT!'s full-leather Parallax example is class AA, while its mesh Vigor 2 textile example is class A; those are individual products, not a rule about every leather or textile jacket.
- [ATV and UTV Plow Systems: What You Need to Match](https://powersportstested.com/guides/atv-utv-plow-systems-compared): A complete ATV or UTV plow needs four compatible parts: a blade, push tube, vehicle mount and lift. Match the plow maker's fitment chart to your machine, then choose among the blade sizes and lift options that maker lists for that system.
- [What Size Winch for an ATV or UTV? Pull Ratings Explained](https://powersportstested.com/guides/atv-utv-winch-size-guide): A common rule is to choose a winch rated for at least 1.5 times your machine's loaded weight. Most ATVs use winches around 2,000 to 3,500 pounds of rated pull and most UTVs 3,500 to 5,000 pounds. Rated pull applies to the first layer of rope on the drum and falls with each extra layer. Synthetic rope is lighter and safer if it breaks; steel cable resists abrasion and heat.
- [DOT vs ECE 22.06 vs Snell: Motorcycle Helmet Standards](https://powersportstested.com/guides/dot-vs-ece-vs-snell-helmet-standards): In the United States, every street motorcycle helmet must meet DOT FMVSS 218, which manufacturers self-certify. ECE 22.06 is the European standard, required in Europe and many other countries, with independent batch testing and rotational and accessory tests. Snell is a voluntary, independent standard used widely in racing. A helmet can carry more than one. Replace any helmet after a crash or hard drop, and many makers suggest about every five years.
- [How to Size a Motorcycle Helmet: Measure, Shape and Fit Test](https://powersportstested.com/guides/how-to-size-a-motorcycle-helmet): Measure around your head about one inch above the eyebrows and ears with a soft tape, then use the brand's size chart. Match the helmet's internal shape (round, intermediate or long oval) to your head. A new helmet should feel snug everywhere with cheek pads pressing your cheeks, no hot spots on the forehead, and it should not roll off when you push up on the back.
- [Lithium vs AGM Powersports Batteries Compared](https://powersportstested.com/guides/lithium-vs-agm-powersports-battery): AGM batteries are sealed lead-acid batteries that are inexpensive, tolerant of most chargers and dependable in cold weather. Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries weigh a fraction as much and hold their charge longer in storage, but cost more, can be sluggish in deep cold and need a lithium-compatible charger. Use a smart maintainer suited to your battery type during storage.
- [Modular vs Full-Face Motorcycle Helmets](https://powersportstested.com/guides/modular-vs-full-face-motorcycle-helmets): A full-face helmet has a fixed chin bar; a modular design adds a hinged lower section that lifts when stationary. Choose the flip-up mechanism only if you value opening the front between rides, then compare the fit, visor, ventilation, weight and care for the exact model. In the US, NHTSA says the DOT mark reflects the manufacturer's FMVSS 218 certification, so confirm the label and local requirements rather than treating a style as a certification.
- [Motocross Goggles: Lenses, Tear-Offs and Roll-Offs](https://powersportstested.com/guides/motocross-goggles-lenses-tear-offs-roll-offs): A tear-off is a removable film placed over a goggle lens; a roll-off system draws film from a canister across it. Compare lens compatibility, replacement supply, helmet fit and the riding conditions you expect. Fox's Vue example uses a 45 mm roll-off canister and includes tear-offs, but system size and compatibility are model-specific, so match parts to the exact goggle.
- [Motorcycle Boots: CE Ratings, Styles and Fit](https://powersportstested.com/guides/motorcycle-boots-ce-ratings-styles): EN 13634:2017 is the European standard for protective motorcycle footwear. Its label reports levels for upper height, impact abrasion, impact cut and transverse rigidity; read each value on its own rather than treating them as one score. Compare the boot style, fit, closures, weather features and controls clearance against how and where you ride.
- [Motorcycle Gloves: Fit, Styles and EN 13594](https://powersportstested.com/guides/motorcycle-gloves-fit-and-en-13594): EN 13594:2015 is the European standard used on motorcycle protective gloves, and makers list the certification and level for each model. Some labels include KP, which Alpinestars identifies with knuckle protection included in the certification. Compare cuff length, closures, materials and fit at the controls, then check the exact glove's size chart and label.
- [Motorcycle Intercoms: Bluetooth vs Mesh Explained](https://powersportstested.com/guides/motorcycle-intercom-bluetooth-vs-mesh): Bluetooth intercoms link riders in a chain, which works well for two to four riders but drops when the chain breaks. Mesh intercoms let riders join and leave a group freely and suit larger groups. Most current premium units include both. Range depends on terrain and line of sight, so treat advertised figures as open-terrain maximums. Speaker size, helmet pockets and microphone type decide how well you hear and are heard.
- [Youth ATV Sizing and Safety: Which Age Category Fits](https://powersportstested.com/guides/youth-atv-sizing-and-safety): Youth ATVs carry a minimum age label: 6 and older, 10 and older, 12 and older, and a 14-and-older transition category, with adult models for riders 16 and older. The Consumer Product Safety Commission and the ATV Safety Institute say children under 16 should not ride adult-size ATVs. Every young rider needs a certified helmet, goggles, gloves, boots, long sleeves and pants, adult supervision and a hands-on training course.

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