If you are searching for a UK motorcycle clothing shop, you have plenty of respected retailers to choose from. Some are large national businesses, some specialise in a particular type of equipment and others are motorcycle dealerships that also carry riding kit.
We created these comparisons to explain where each retailer is strong and why our own showroom may be the better alternative for your next gear-shopping trip. We keep the tone fair because the right shop depends on what you need. Our difference is simple: two full floors devoted to motorcycle helmets, clothing, boots, gloves and accessories, more than 1,000 displayed helmets and a dedicated fully stocked ladies' showroom.
Compare Us With Major Motorcycle Gear Retailers
These businesses are substantial clothing and accessories retailers in their own right. Read the individual page for an honest explanation of what each does well and what makes our independent showroom worth considering.
Sportsbikeshop
Compare national online scale and multiple stores with our personal two-floor Midlands showroom.
J&S Accessories
See how a national branch network compares with one large independent gear destination.
Infinity Motorcycles
Compare nationwide convenience with our showroom depth, fitting help and ladies' department.
Motocard
Find out why UK riders may prefer trying helmets and clothing here instead of ordering from overseas.
Bikers World Coleshill
Compare two genuine Midlands motorcycle gear specialists with different layouts and strengths.
Hunts Motorcycles
See how Hunts' Manchester dealership and clothing range compare with our gear-only focus.
Wheels Motorcycles
Compare a major multi-franchise dealership and strong clothing department with our independent experience.
Helmet City
Compare a recognised helmet specialist with our 1,000-plus helmets and complete rider-clothing range.
Bike Stop
Compare two established two-floor clothing specialists and our larger helmet and ladies' departments.
Motorcycle Essentials Cannock
Compare a dedicated Cannock gear shop with our larger two-floor Midlands destination.
GhostBikes
Compare a large online-only retailer with the reassurance of trying gear in our physical showroom.
Into Gear Hull
Compare two independent clothing specialists with different brand mixes and showroom scale.
Specialist Shops With a Clear Point of View
Some retailers stand out because they concentrate on one style, service or part of the market. We acknowledge that expertise and explain when our broader showroom may suit you better.
Motolegends
Compare a curated premium specialist with our premium, mid-range and wider riding-style choice.
Urban Rider
See how a London urban and retro specialist compares with our broader two-floor range.
RaceLeathers
Compare strong sports and leather expertise with our all-round road-riding departments.
Hideout Leather
Choose between bespoke British-made clothing and our large ready-to-wear multi-brand selection.
Maximo Moto
Compare value-led, own-brand clothing with our wider choice of established manufacturers.
Mega Motorcycle Store
Compare outlet-style savings with our current ranges, fitting help and broader size choice.
Demon Tweeks
Compare a huge multi-discipline motorsport retailer with our motorcycle-only showroom.
Machinehead Moto
Compare a community-led Guildford boutique with our wider urban, retro and all-road range.
Motorcycle Dealerships With Clothing Departments
Bike retailers can be ideal when a motorcycle, workshop appointment or machine-specific part is the main reason for the visit. Our showroom is the alternative when you want the day to be about what the rider wears.
Fowlers of Bristol
Compare a large multi-franchise Bristol dealership with our gear-first destination.
Webbs Motorcycles
Compare dealership convenience with independent multi-brand helmet and clothing choice.
Motorcycle World Northampton
See why Northampton riders may make the trip for deeper clothing and helmet ranges.
CMC Motorcycles
Compare a major dealership group with two floors devoted entirely to rider gear.
Alf England Motorcycles
Compare Bedworth motorcycle and workshop expertise with our nearby clothing focus.
Drayton Croft Motorcycles
See why riders near Hinckley may use both a dealership and our specialist showroom.
One Stop Bikes Nuneaton
Compare local bike and scooter convenience with our much larger physical gear range.
Sutton Motorcycles Tamworth
Compare Honda and Triumph dealership services with our rider-equipment-only showroom.
Coventry Motorcycles & Scooters
See why Coventry riders may travel to us for more helmet and clothing choice.
On Yer Bike
Compare an Aylesbury-area motorcycle destination with our gear-only two-floor showroom.
Orwell Motorcycles
Compare a substantial Ipswich dealership and clothing showroom with our gear-only focus.
Alpha Motorcycles
Compare an Essex Yamaha dealership with our independent two-floor rider-equipment destination.
Rider Great Yarmouth
Compare a family-run Norfolk clothing specialist with our larger multi-brand showroom.
My Moto Leeds
Compare its RST and Arai specialisms with our broader two-floor brand choice.
Ducati Store UK
Compare an official single-marque destination with our independent multi-brand approach.
Bridge Motorcycles
Compare a long-established Exeter dealership with our rider-equipment-focused Midlands showroom.
Saltire Motorcycles
Compare Edinburgh's broad one-stop motorcycle destination with our rider-equipment focus.
Crescent Motorcycles
Compare a long-established South Coast dealership group with our dedicated gear showroom.
P&H Motorcycles
Compare a major multi-franchise Crawley dealer with our independent two-floor destination.
Sheffield Motorcycle Centre
Compare SMC Bikes' one-stop dealership with our clothing-led showroom experience.
Robspeed Motorcycles
Compare Grimsby's long-established Yamaha dealer with our two-floor rider-equipment destination.
Seastar Superbikes
Compare a respected Ducati dealership with our broader, brand-spanning helmet and clothing showroom.
Flitwick Motorcycles
Compare a family-run Yamaha dealer with our specialist scale of helmets, clothing, boots and ladies' kit.
M&P Online
Compare a huge online catalogue with the confidence of trying rider equipment in our physical showroom.
Via Moto
Compare a broad South Yorkshire motorcycle dealer with our specialist two-floor equipment showroom.
GT Motorcycles
Compare a major Plymouth dealership with our brand-spanning helmet and clothing destination.
Lings Powersports
Compare an established East Anglia dealership group with our concentrated rider-equipment choice.
Moore Speed Racing
Compare a strong Indian and BSA destination with our dedicated multi-brand clothing focus.
John Banks Motorcycles
Compare Honda motorcycle expertise with our wider choice across specialist equipment brands.
AMS Motorcycles
Compare KTM, Husqvarna and GASGAS specialism with our broader road helmet and clothing ranges.
What You Can Try at Moto Central
Our clothing brands include RST, Richa, REV'IT!, Alpinestars, Dainese, Rukka, Merlin, Furygan, Bering, Spidi and Held. Helmets include SHOEI, Arai, AGV, HJC, Shark, Schuberth, Bell, LS2 and Nolan, with more than 1,000 displayed in total.
We also carry boots from Daytona, TCX, Sidi, Forma and Falco, communications from Cardo and Sena, luggage from Kriega and Oxford, and useful rider technology from Quad Lock, Beeline, Garmin and TomTom. Stock changes, so please contact us if one exact model or size is essential to your journey.
Friendly Fitting Help Without the Fuss
You do not need to arrive with a technical shopping plan. Tell us what you ride, where you go and what is not working with your current kit. We can help you compare realistic options in ordinary language and give you time to decide. SHOEI Personal Fitting System support is available for eligible SHOEI helmets, and Reserve & Try In Store can help you plan around products found on our website.
Take a Look Around
This short video gives you a clear view of our showroom before you travel.
Visit Our Showroom
Find us at Asfare Business Park, Hinckley Road, Wolvey, Leicestershire, LE10 3JG. Free parking is available outside.
