• Motorcycles are a passion for many people.motorcycle image by Goran Bogicevic from Fotolia.com
  
  Bikers have always been a hearty breed, preferring the wind in their hair and the roar of the engines to the quiet and comfort of an automobile. These days, many people drive both. With more motorcycle fans than ever, finding the perfect gift for the motorcycle lover in your life has never been easier.
  
  

Motorcycle Apparel

• Many cycle shops carry a large variety of riding gear and fashion merchandise. Visit your local shop, or shop online for excellent wearable gifts.
  
  Leather is one of the best fabrics for durability and safety and many motorcyclists wear it every day. Keep in mind the fashion sensibilities of the biker in your life when choosing a leather jacket or chaps. Better yet, get a catalog and look through it with him, marking items he shows interest in.
  
  Biker T-shirts are a quintessential part of the motorcycle subculture. Find out what brand of bike really gets her motor revving and buy a T-shirt or two emblazoned with that brand's logos and slogans.
  
  A good pair of boots is indispensable for bikers who ride a lot. Boots can be tough to fit, so a gift certificate, or handwritten coupon, for a trip to the cyclist's favorite bike shop is a good way to give this gift.
  
  

Motorcycle Art and Memorabilia

• Like everyone with a hobby, motorcycle buffs like to display their passion in a variety of ways.
  
  A scale model of his favorite bike would make a nice display on top of the custom tool chest in his shop, or on a bookshelf or a desk used by the "weekend warrior." Find out which models he already has and what kind of bikes are his favorite. He may have brand loyalty to a maker, like Indian or Harley, or may be partial to street bikes or choppers.
  
  Motorcycle posters and framed art and photographs make good gifts. Again, find out what she is partial to. All motorcycles are not equal, especially in the eyes of an enthusiast.
  
  Motorcycle calendars, clocks and advertising signs are another good way to go. Order new online, or shop flea markets and antique stores for vintage pieces. Look for pieces that will complement your biker's collection.
  
  

Motorcycle Books and Magazines

• From technical information and repair advice to the specs on their favorite vintage motorcycles, cyclists like to be informed about their hobby.
  
  A subscription to his favorite motorcycle magazine, such as Motorcyclist Magazine or Motorcycle Cruiser, will keep him in the loop for a year with pictures, reviews and interviews. Buy one to a magazine he doesn't have, or renew a subscription to one of his favorites.
  
  A technical manual for her all-time favorite motorcycle would also make an excellent gift. Even if she can't afford the bike yet, knowing more about her beloved machine is never a bad thing.
  
  Picture books of classic motorcycles make good conversation pieces and give the motorcycle enthusiast a lot of information in one cover. Choose books about a particular brand, style or era of bike.