BMW motorcycle and scooter: choosing safety equipment adapted to the city

If we come across a large number of bikers and scooters in town, it is mainly because this means of transport is more practical in traffic jams and narrow streets. However, we notice that these motorcyclists often tend to equip themselves more lightly, sometimes limiting themselves to helmets and gloves. However, 41% of road accidents occur in urban areas (in France, in 2022). It is therefore necessary to equip yourself effectively when driving in town.

City favorites, BMW scooters and roadster motorcycles are entitled to a wide range of associated motorcyclist equipment. Made up of various options and collections, the BMW Urban and Roadster ranges offer different styles and high protection. Discover now our guide to protective BMW motorcycle equipment suitable for the city.

BMW motorcycle jackets and jackets: lightweight and protective equipment

The jackets from the roadster or urban collections are all highly comfortable and offer security adapted to the city. However, there are two types of jackets: discreet and highly visible.

Discreet BMW jackets and jackets

Perfect for your everyday life, discreet BMW jackets will blend in with your outfit, so they can be worn throughout your days.

Among the discreet equipment you have:

• The BMW Brussels GTX jacket: with a parka look, this jacket is protection class A;
• The Singapore jacket: a simple vest in appearance, class A protection in reality.

Find our article on discreet BMW motorcycle equipment to discover more collections.

Visible BMW jackets and jackets

If you want to focus on your safety, we recommend equipment which, in addition to integrated protection, will offer you increased visibility.

We particularly recommend these BMW jackets:

• The Bavella jacket: highly visible due to its color and reflective stripes, this all-season motorcycle jacket is one of the most versatile and complete;
• The DownForce jacket: made of leather in Motorsport colors, this jacket will catch the eye and set you apart from other bikers, often dressed in black.
  
  

If you already have a motorcycle jacket but are not visible enough, do not hesitate to wear a high visibility vest such as the HighViz over it. A user who sees you is a user who will pay attention to you.

Motorcycle sneakers: the new, more discreet BMW motorcycle boots

When you take the motorcycle or scooter into town, there is a good chance that you will also have to get around on foot, in which case motorcycle boots can quickly become heavy and uncomfortable. This is why BMW now offers different collections of motorcycle sneakers, adapted to different styles, such as:

• Seoul GTX sneakers:discreet and suitable for a formal outfit, these sneakers will blend into your everyday life with great comfort;
• KnitLite sneakers: a sporty sneaker style and available in several colors, they adapt to you with style.

Sneakers have the advantage of being lighter and more flexible than classic boots, while still providing motorcycle-appropriate protection at the ankles and toes. BMW sneakers are also more durable than traditional sneakers, with durable anti-abrasion coatings.

BMW motorcycle helmet: compact and comfortable

Choosing your helmet will be simpler because it will depend on your preferences, particularly aesthetically. Full-face helmets are known to be the most protective, no doubt about that. However, for the city, it may be more pleasant to ride with a jet helmet or a modular helmet. Also protective and more open, they offer a sometimes wider field of vision which may be suitable for the city.

Here are the three options we recommend:

• The BMW Xomo full-face helmet: sporty curves combined with great comfort;
• The Sao Paulo jet helmet: compact but protective and comfortable;
• The System 7 EVO modular helmet: versatile and complete.

Once again, you have the option (regardless of the model chosen) of choosing a color that will help you see better. Whether it's neon yellow or neon orange, there are several highly visible options. Also don't forget to attach reflective stickers to your helmet which will increase your visibility.

Motorcycle gloves: high protection in BMW models suitable for the city

In the city, you may want to wear very light gloves, depending on the season. However, this is a point in your equipment that should not be neglected, because in the event of a fall, the first human reflex is to hold out your hands to catch you. These are therefore good motorcycle gloves which will make the difference in the event of friction on the asphalt.

How to recognize good motorcycle gloves?

If on the style side the gloves will depend on everyone's tastes, on the protection side, you have to know how to rely on fixed and universal criteria.

Good motorcycle gloves must contain at least three elements:

1. Suitable materials: the composition of the gloves must meet certain standards in order to be sufficiently resistant and anti-abrasion as well as sufficiently grippy for the handles.
2. Protective shells: gloves must have protective elements (hard shells or foam) at least at the knuckle level.
3. Good fit elements: you must be able to tighten your gloves properly at the wrist so that they do not slip in the event of a fall.

BMW motorcycle gloves meet all three conditions, generally made of goatskin leather and durable textile, protective shells and reinforcements as well as Velcro fasteners.

Which BMW motorcycle gloves to choose for riding in town?

For all motorcyclists and scooter riders who tend to go for walks after riding in town, we recommend motorcycle gloves which will protect you without taking up too much space when you are not wearing them.

For example, we suggest:

• The Atlanta GTX gloves for mid-season, they are discreet, short and yet well adjusted and protective;
• Aravis AIR gloves for warmer temperatures, just as short and protective while being very ventilated;
• BMW BoxerTorque gloves: made of high-quality cowhide leather with protective padding.

However, nothing prevents you from buying larger motorcycle gloves, especially in winter, which will be warmer and safer, for example.

As you will have understood, on a motorbike in the city or on a scooter it is very important to be well equipped with equipment adapted to the city. Where road users increase, risks increase, which is why as a biker or scooter rider you must ensure that you are always well protected. Nothing is more effective than BMW Motorrad equipment to protect you in style, find the entire range on our site and do not hesitate to contact us for more advice.