About Us
Who We Are
Mile 13 is a small, independent, family run business dedicated to motorcycle protective gear. Founded in 2023 based on our love of life on two wheels, our small team of passionate riders is here to help you find the latest and greatest in classic looking protective motorcycle gear. We live and breathe motorcycling. It's in our blood, and it's what we love the most.
What We Do
We sell the gear we love, and we help you make an informed decision on which gear works best for you. Our team has years of experience in the protective motorcycle clothing industry, and we want to pass that knowledge on to you. We have built a curated collection of the best retro style armoured riding gear we could find. Good riding gear is hard to find, but our curated collection has some of the best protective clothing that Europe has to offer. Brands from The UK, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, and many more.
Why We Do It
We do it because we love riding. If you're reading this, we can assume that you love riding too. While it brings us all a huge amount of joy, there's no doubt that it can be a dangerous hobby. Staying well protected doesn't mean you have to compromise on looks, and that's what we're all about. We offer of the best classic and casual looking options when it comes to protective gear. Remember, quality gear is investment that can save your life.
About The Name
If you're into motorcycle culture, the number 13 will be a familiar sight. You'll see it on patches, cuts, badges, and even tattoos. Motorcycling often goes against societal norms, so adopting the number 13 for luck makes total sense. Bikers can be a superstitious bunch. Guardian bells, keeping the rear footpegs up, and lucky numbers to name a few. We love the mysterious and often unexplainable culture of motorcycling, so much so we put it in our name.
Our Ethos
It's simple. If it's not protective, we don't sell it. We want to help you stay protected on your motorcycle. Every single item on this website is a rated piece of motorcycle specific safety gear. All our jackets, trousers, and shirts are CE A or above, and CE AAA (the highest possible) in many cases. All our helmets are ECE 22.05 or ECE 22.06 rated, meaning they're road legal in the UK, EU, and many other countries. All our gloves and boots are CE certified and rated for motorcycle use.