Return Policy
Last updated October 2026
All Sales Are Final
All sales through Former Rider’s Gear are final. Because the merchandise offered for sale is pre-owned motorcycle gear that has been worn and used on the open road, I do not accept returns simply because an item doesn’t fit, a buyer changes their mind, decides an item is not suitable, or does not like the appearance or condition of a used item.
I make every effort to provide accurate descriptions and photographs of each item so that buyers can make an informed purchasing decision.
Note about sizes: boot sizes are as printed inside the boot. Boots sometimes change fit with wear, especially in the foot.
Leathers: leather is a natural material and with normal wear, especially when mounting or dismounting a motorcycle saddle, may stretch in the crotch area. Waist sizes may also change with wear and become slightly larger. Leather may also change naturally and become dull or have some sags or wrinkles with age.
Condition of Pre-Owned Merchandise
Please understand that the items offered for sale have been used for motorcycle riding. Normal signs of use are to be expected.
Normal wear, dents, dings, scratches, scuffs, fading, or other minor imperfections consistent with the item’s age and use are not grounds for a return, particularly when they are visible in the photographs or described in the item’s listing.
Buyers should carefully review the photographs and description of an item before purchasing.
Exceptions to the All-Sales-Final Policy
A return will be accepted if:
– the item is materially not as described in the listing; or
– the item has damage, a rip, tear, or other significant defect that was not disclosed in the listing.
Minor imperfections or ordinary signs of use that were not specifically mentioned in the description will not automatically qualify an item for return when they are reasonably apparent from the photographs or consistent with normal use of pre-owned motorcycle gear.
Requesting a Return
If you believe an item qualifies for a return under the exceptions above, please contact me within 7 days of delivery and describe the problem. Please include photographs showing the condition or discrepancy whenever possible.
Return Authorization
Do not return an item without first contacting me and receiving instructions for the return. Unauthorized returns may not be accepted.
The item must be returned in substantially the same condition in which it was received. It must not have been altered, repaired, modified, or subjected to additional use after delivery.
Return Shipping
If I determine that an item qualifies for a return because it was materially misrepresented or had significant undisclosed damage, I will provide instructions for returning the item. I will be responsible for the reasonable cost of return shipping for an approved return under this policy.
If a return does not qualify under this policy, the item will not be accepted as a return and the buyer will be responsible for any applicable shipping costs.
Refunds
Once an authorized return is received and inspected, I will issue a refund of the purchase price if the item is determined to qualify for a return under this policy.
Refunds will be made using the original payment method, subject to the policies and processing times of the payment service used for the transaction.
Questions Before Purchasing
Because all sales are final except as specifically described above, I encourage buyers to ask questions before purchasing if they need additional information about an item’s measurements, condition, fit, history, or any other characteristic that is important to their decision.
I will do my best to answer questions honestly and provide additional photographs or information when reasonably possible.