I don't mean to drive this thread away from the first point, but safety in everything we do is pretty important. Avalanches have taken several people this year and will continue to do so over time. I almost never see anyone ski with more than cold gear and a helmet so I don't know what the industry will do to help keep them viable till rescue arrives. But in that case, rescue has come a very long way with both dogs and technology to find the victims.
And back to motorcycle gear, using a tracker is very important for both bike and driver as together will help rescuers find us if we are unable to call for help after a get off. The tracking software that can be added to your smart phone may be the easiest on the wallet but its limitations are it needs to be connected to the cellular network where some of us ride outside of. Spot trackers cost an extra monthly fee but work around the world. Just a thought...