Gifts for Bikers

December 15 2009 by Jason Fogelson

bikergifts.jpgThat special motorcyclist in your life deserves a special gift this holiday season. My non-biker friends know that I'm into motorcycles, and when they think about a gift, they fall back on knick-knacks. Now, I like a die-cast Harley-Davidson as much as the next guy, but I've kind of reached my limit, and I'm almost positive that anyone who has been riding for more than a few years has all they can handle, too. So, to help out my fellow riders, and to help out those who wish to buy gifts for riders, I've got a few suggestions that will make this year's gift season better than ever.

Great gifts under $50:

The Jimi Wallet: Bulk is the enemy when you're riding a motorcycle. The Jimi is a slim, lightweight plastic wallet that is made of 100% recycled and recyclable materials. It's designed to be carried in your front pocket, and will only hold the essentials. I switched from a conventional leather wallet to the Jimi a few years ago, and it's the best wallet I've ever had. ($15)

The Sculpted Skull Belt Buckle : Bikers love belts, and bikers love skulls. So this one is a natural. The best feature on this buckle is that it doesn't have any sharp edges to dig in when you're sitting on the bike. And it's cool looking. ($30)

Compact Tire Gauge and Tread Depth Indicator with Braided Stainless Steel Lead : Sure, your biker friend has a tire gauge. But this is a better tire gauge, with the added advantage of tread depth gauge and a long lead that makes taking readings much easier. One tool no biker should be without. ($30)

Great gifts from $50 - $100:

1.25 AMP Global Battery Charger: Probably the most frequently neglected (and replaced) part on a motorcycle is the battery. Let your battery go completely dead a few times, and you'll be investing in a new one in a hurry. It doesn't have to be that way. A good battery charger that's designed to float the charge and maintain proper voltage will keep your battery ready without shortening its lifespan. I connect the fused charging harness to my battery permanently, and use the quick disconnect to hook up to power every time I park my bike in the garage. ($70)

Harley-Davidson Tool Kit: Even the best motorcycles need attention now and then. And if you have a problem while you are out on the road, even the best tools in the world won't do you any good if they're at home in your garage. A tool kit that's designed to go where you go can be a ride-saver. ($79)

Circulator Seat Pad: For many of us, our posterior determines the length of our ride. There's no quicker, cheaper or better way to improve the comfort of your motorcycle's seat than with a good quality seat pad, and the Circulator is a good one. It not only softens the ride, but it keeps air moving and reduces heat build up. And that's a good thing. ($80)

Great gifts over $100:

The best gift that I know of is the one that can buy anything: The Harley-Davidson Gift Card. Available for any amount from $25 all the way to $250.

If you're giving your biker friend a gift worth over $100, I'd like to be your friend!

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