Rider Protection

Motorcycle leathers are extremely important items of clothing that should be worn by motorcyclists as they protect a rider should they be involved in a collision, but they are becoming increasingly popular among cyclists looking to protect themselves from increasingly manic inner-city traffic. The highest quality motorcycle leathers are made from very high grade leather and will often have additional padding and armouring stitched into crucial impact points such as the elbows, knees and back. The very high end examples of motorcycle leathers can often be extremely expensive, however many people are prepared to pay the high price commanded by the best motorcycle leathers because they offer their wearer an unparalled level of protection in the event of a crash.

Motorcycle leathers are often one piece suits; however, they are also available as separate jackets and trousers. When choosing motorcycle leathers it is very important to buy the best set you can afford as riding a bike carries a very high risk of an accident. Motorcycle leathers are typically made from cowhide, however some other materials are being used, particularly for the more expensive sets of motorcycle leathers. Kangaroo hide is an unusual, but increasingly popular choice of material for motorcycle leathers as it is lightweight, but also extremely strong making it an ideal and comfortable material.  Motorcycle leathers need to be made from very strong and hard wearing hide as it is important the material does not tear if the rider skids along the tarmac. Road rash is a severe and very painful injury motorcyclists are at a risk of incurring, so it is vital that motorcycle leathers protect their wearer against such as injury.