About Us
Award Winning leather cleaning and restoring service
In 2016 I was involved in a motorcycle accident and damaged my wrist, the damage was significant enough that I had to contemplate life not being able to ride again.
Whilst recovering from surgery, a friend of mine rode his motorcycle over and his leathers were filthy and that's all I could think about.
So I asked him if he was ever going to clean them, he said "nah, once they go crusty and fall apart, I'll buy a new set. A little light bulb went off in my head and thought that it's such a waste. My wife asked what I'll do if I'm not able to ride anymore as my passion is motorcycles. I said if I'm able to, I want to clean up people's leathers. It will help them save money in the long run as their leather will last longer. People get attached to their items and don't want to have to replace them.
A few months later once I was recovered, I put a post on Facebook asking if anyone wanted their leathers cleaned, in 24 hours I had 4 people reply and I thought I could make something of this, a little while later, Drop Your Gear was born.
Drop Your Gear is now an award-winning business that specialIses in leather cleaning and restoration for a variety of leather goods, including handbags and motorcycle clothing. We are proud to have received the award for Best Small Business of the Year 2022 as well as being nominated for best small business and customer services for the past 8 years. Our focus is on providing the best service for our customers, whether you are dropping off items or sending them to us by post. We also cater to those looking to enhance the quality of their car interiors with our expert services.
Some of what we do
We operate a very niche business, offering specialist services in leather cleaning leather restoration and re-colouring. While we specialise in motorcycle clothing, we also extend our expertise to handbags, boots, and even car interiors as well as leather sofa's.
Upon booking, we will discuss which service you require, and go through consultation if needed (example: re-colour).
Top left - Full motorcycle suit re-colour process. Before/mock up/finished product.
Top right - Before and after of a valet that was done on a 1970's VW campervan.
Bottom left - A before and after picture of a very dirty section on a set of leathers.
Bottom middle - Before and after picture of a Handbag restore.
Bottom right - Before and after valet on a glove after a crash through the muddiest section at a soggy Brands Hatch.
Prices and Merch
Valet services for car interiors, sofa's and motorcycle clothing start at £100. Leather restoration is from £50 extra, while re-colouring options are available from £60. For those in need of zip repairs for their motorcycle clothing or handbags, unfortunately we no longer offer zip repairs, but we have contacts that can help.
We have teamed up with Yeti to offer our own laser etched Thermoses on all of their range - Prices on request.
If you want to fit in with the Drop your gear crowd, we have our Drop Your Gear hoodies and T-Shirts available too.
Drop Your Gear gift vouchers.
Send a gift card to friends and family for their birthdays, Christmas or because it's Wednesday and someone needs a treat. You can even buy one for yourself for your future use. Send us a message for details.
Our partners/supporters who helped us grow over the years.
Dainese london
Dainese London have supported Drop Your Gear for a number of years now.
Dainese are one of the biggest brands out there who offer a full range of Dainese motorcycle apparel, AGV helmets, TCX boots, and racing/touring equipment.
https://www.dainese.com/gb/en/store/dainese-store-london.html
a little more bikery
When biking and baking collide, you get Little More Bikery.
Jasmin has brought her two passions together and created stunning organic baked goods such as cookies and brownies and many other items for all of those sweet toothed people out there like myself.
https://www.littlemorebikery.com/home
Use code DYGLMB10 at checkout for a discount.
McAms motorcycle accident management service.
McAMS provides specialist support for motorcyclists involved in a non-fault accident. We can arrange a replacement motorcycle while your bike is being replaced, they also manage repairs, recovery, rehab and legal claims. The McAMS service helps minimise distribution after an accident.
I have used McAms on a few occasions where I have been
McAMS provides specialist support for motorcyclists involved in a non-fault accident. We can arrange a replacement motorcycle while your bike is being replaced, they also manage repairs, recovery, rehab and legal claims. The McAMS service helps minimise distribution after an accident.
I have used McAms on a few occasions where I have been involved in a non fault accident.
I contacted McAms and they took all of the stress out of the situation, not only sending another bike whilst yours is being assessed or repaired, but also put you in touch with the right people that deal with injury claims
renapur
Renapur have been a partner since supplying me from 2019.
When I first started Drop Your Gear in 2017, I struggled to find the right leather cleaner that suited me and my needs. After a brief stint with another well known brand, If found that their cleaner was too chemical heavy and it affected the leather after a while due to being too ha
Renapur have been a partner since supplying me from 2019.
When I first started Drop Your Gear in 2017, I struggled to find the right leather cleaner that suited me and my needs. After a brief stint with another well known brand, If found that their cleaner was too chemical heavy and it affected the leather after a while due to being too harsh. Renapur then approached me with their natural leather cleaner and it ticked every box and the rest is history. They have since asked me to help develop their new leather cleaner which launched in 2025.
https://renapur.com/
rider trauma kit
Developed by a military veteran with over 20 years extensive experience in the pre hospital and aviation medicine environments. The Rider Trauma Kit is more than just a first aid pack-it's a life-saving resource.
Not only can you buy the potentially life saving kits, Ross also does the courses to teach you how to use them safely and effectively.
sneaker science
Sneaker Science have been a supplier of mine since day one. They have an extensive range of products for all types of customisation. Without them, I wouldn't be able to offer a lot of the services I offer.
That girl bikers club
TGB Bikers Club is a community built around our passion for motorcycles, riding and the people who make the biking community what it is.
It's about bringing riders together, making new friends, getting out on bikes and creating a community where everyone can feel like they belong.
It's not about what you ride, how long you've been riding or
TGB Bikers Club is a community built around our passion for motorcycles, riding and the people who make the biking community what it is.
It's about bringing riders together, making new friends, getting out on bikes and creating a community where everyone can feel like they belong.
It's not about what you ride, how long you've been riding or how experienced you are.
It's about bringing back the community that once was.
uggly & Co
Myself and Ugly & Co have supported each other since they first started in 2018 and we have watched either grow. It has been amazing to see their clothing brand go from strength to strength and look forward to seeing what the future brings for us both.
