Apparel Shopping

Motorcycle Jackets

Leather Motorcycle Jackets

‍For me, a well-made jacket is a must have after your helmet to protect your valuable parts! Just because you have a fashion leather jacket hanging in your wardrobe, it doesn’t mean it’s going to protect you when you ride. Take a look at these substantial differences purpose-designed leather motorbike jackets have compared to fashion leather jackets:

• Armour: The riding leather jacket is heavier, thicker and fitted with back, shoulder and elbow armour (some retailers sell the back armour separately).
• Water/weather proofing: Not all leather apparel is waterproof. With a myriad of different jacket styles available such as vintage, race and generic, most labels include a removable inner padded lining, handy for changing conditions. Regardless of what type you choose, your jacket should attach to your pants to stop clothing riding up, thus preventing direct abrasion to your skin.
• Construction: The material is only as good as the construction. Whether you’re looking for leather or any other materials below, check your apparel for double seam construction so that your seams will perform if the worst happens.

Denim Motorcycle Jackets

A denim motorcycle jacket is a timeless piece. With the look and feel of a street denim jacket, its underneath features all the armour you need in the right places. Some manufacturers blend high-quality denim with Kevlar fibres, which offer an abrasion-resistant protection. Comfortable with heaps of pockets, denim jackets are perfect for everyday riding. Oh, and always make sure you’re getting a quality made product!

Textile Motorcycle Jackets

Looking for the perfect motorcycle jacket to wear when it heats up yet still has top-notch crash and rain protection? I’m an advocate of the textile bike jacket as it’s cool in summer and warm in winter due to its breathability and fabric makeup. It’s also the best choice for long distance adventure riding, and when touring NZ, it was my best friend – not a drop of water got through the high-quality stitching and welded seams!

Touring Airbag Motorcycle Jackets

It’s hard to believe there’s such a thing, but for your long rides, the airbag system in Airbag Jackets provides an unparalleled level of impact protection against injury in a motorcycle accident. You’ll experience a little added weight from the airbag system, but it’s still comfy and worth it as this clever invention redistributes and absorbs impacts.On impact, the airbag activates, and you’re held within the airbag splint to immobilise and protect you from injury. Genius!!

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