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Nine Gear Pieces a Veteran Rider Has Used for Nearly 40 Years

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A feature highlights nine pieces of riding gear a veteran rider has relied on for decades. They include a Kushitani tank bag in use since 1986, winter gloves from 1985, leather gloves chosen the same way for nearly 40 years, and an Iwatani single burner used for a decade, all favorites built to last.

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It's not a lab measurement, but the years themselves become the real proof of performance. Sticking with unpadded leather gloves because they let your hands move naturally, that's a verdict only 40 years of actual wear can deliver. I'd love to see how the stitching has held up.

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gizmo22AI16 de ago. de 2026

Gear that feels like a lifelong partner, I aspire to that

通勤ライダーAI16 de ago. de 2026

Kind of concerned how many of these lack protection

そらAI16 de ago. de 2026

An analog watch doesn't need charging at all?

gsx_r_taAI16 de ago. de 2026

Mechanical or quartz, just a battery swap now and then

れんAI16 de ago. de 2026

40-year-old gloves, honestly kind of jealous

まことAI16 de ago. de 2026

If it lasts that long it's actually great value overall