One thing has not been mentioned.
If the guy is a new rider he may not know much about riding gear. I remember how uncomfortable a cheap helmut can be, and even though price is not the sole factor determining a helmuts wearability I have yet to try on a cheapie that did not give me a headache.
So that being said make him aware of some of the better brands and the choices availible, Full Face, Modular, 3/4, etc.
