Complete Riding Gear Set Under Rs 20,000

Buying a complete riding gear kit in one go can be a financial burden for many people. However, that doesn’t mean you should ignore the importance of it. Every piece of riding gear plays a crucial role in keeping you safe and minimizing injuries in case of an accident. While we understand Rs 20,000 is not cheap, it will get you a decent set of gear, and is what you should budget for:

Helmet

Rs 2,000 to Rs 6,000

A helmet is the most important riding gear. It protects your most vital organ, your brain. The proof of a good quality helmet lies in its safety certifications. Always check for certification stamps such as ISI, ECE, or DOT on the helmet. A helmet should be at least ISI certified, and if you can get one with ECE 22.06, nothing like it.

Good-quality helmets typically start at around Rs 2,000. In this price range, you can consider options like the Studds Thunder (Rs 1,965), Vega Bolt (Rs 2,197), or Steelbird Carbon Fighter (Rs 3,999). If you can stretch your budget to Rs 6,000, you can get the KYT Striker.

Riding Jacket and Riding Pants

Rs 5,000 to 7,300

The importance of riding jackets and pants hardly needs emphasis. A riding jacket will primarily prevent serious abrasion injuries, and provide basic impact protection for the back, shoulders, and elbows. Riding pants will do the same for your hips and knees.

Some good budget-friendly options include the Rynox Cypher GT (Rs 5,000), Rynox Helium GT (Rs 7,300), and the Royal Enfield Streetwind (Rs 6,500). If you’re willing to stretch your budget to Rs 8,000, the Raida Dalton Khaki Riding Jacket is worth considering.

For riding pants, you can look at the Rynox Air GT (Rs 5,800) or the Raida Tourer (Rs 5,000). All options offer a good balance of protection, comfort, and affordability, making them suitable for everyday riding as well as longer journeys.

Gloves

Rs 1,800 - Rs 2,300

In the event of a crash, more often than not, you will land on your hands. This makes protecting your hands extremely important. A good pair of riding gloves can help prevent serious injuries.

Budget-friendly options include the Royal Enfield Rambler V3 (Rs 2,000), Viaterra Fender (Rs 1,800), or Rynox Helium GT2 (Rs 2,300). These gloves offer a solid balance of protection, comfort, and affordability, making them good entry-level choices.

Boots

Rs 4,200 to 6,000

It can be easy to injure your feet in a crash. Regular shoes, sneakers and sandals put your feet at an increased risk. A pair of good riding boots can protect your feet from getting burnt on hot parts, and from abrasion. More expensive boots can also prevent an ankle-twist. 

For those looking at entry-level options, some reliable choices include the Raida Tourer (Rs 4,200), Clan Scout (Rs 5,300), and Cramster Flux (Rs 6,000). These boots provide basic impact protection and durability, without spending a lot of money.

BikeDekho Says

When it comes to riding gear, remember ATGATT – all the gear, all the time. While it may sound convenient to skip gear for short runs, an accident can happen anytime and anywhere. You can replace your riding gear if it gets damaged; the same can’t be said for your body.