subject: How To Find Your Motorcycle Leather Jacket [print this page] There are many Motorcycle Jacket features to consider when shopping for a great jacket. Don't compromise on style or quality when there are so many choices today that offer both, even at reasonable prices. Most importantly you want to look for a quality motorcycle jacket, especially if you actually ride a motorcycle and are not looking for a stylish accessory. A real motorcycle jacket is designed to not just look good, but provide excellent protection from the elements and the highway.
1) Motorcycle jackets can be constructed of quality cowhide or other natural leathers, or they can be manufactured with synthetic materials like Cordura. Cordura motorcycle jackets offer breathability, strength and can even be water proof. There are benefits to these motorcycle jackets, but they also can wear out faster that leather motorcycle jackets. Motorcycle jackets constructed of natural leather are normally a little heavier and can be warmer. This is great in the cooler months, and in warmer months many offer air venting features to keep you cool while staying protected on the road. Some leather motorcycle jackets offer liners, and some removable liners so you can further adjust your jacket to temperatures. You want to look for quality leather and construction when shopping for leather motorcycle jackets. The thickness of the leather itself, and also construction features that allow for free movement and fit adjustments. Milwaukee leather motorcycle jackets are constructed of premium cowhide leather that measures 1.2 to 1.3 mm thick for men's motorcycle jackets, and leather that measures 1.2 to 1.2 mm thick for women's motorcycle jackets. The women's leather jackets are just slightly thinner to reduce the weight of the jacket for a more comfortable fit. These leather motorcycle jackets also feature stitching with a coated nylon thread, nickel plated hardware, and uses heavy duty YKK zippers for long lasting performance.
2) Be sure the motorcycle jacket you select fits you well. This will not only provide great protection and look good, but it will also reduce wind noise and vibration of any excess material. Premium motorcycle jackets do not sacrifice protection for style, but offer both. A real motorcycle leather jacket will have a great look, and also be designed to feel great, move with you-not against you, and will protect you when it really matters. These jacket will feature longer sleeves than normal so they fit whether you're standing around or while riding, so the sleeves don't ride up your forearm when your on your motorcycle. Look for fit adjustments for not only the waist, but also the sleeves to help keep the wind out and the jacket snug.
3) Added protection can be found which motorcycle jackets designed to utilize body armor. These jackets provide an extra layer of protection as well as impact resistance on select areas of the body. A motorcycle jacket with body armor normally has protective panels in the back, shoulder region and covering the elbows. Body armor can either be preeminently sewn into the jacket or a leather motorcycle jacket can have removable body armor allowing you to remove these panels when you want to. Milwaukee Leather jackets offer CE approved body armor as well as other styles that are designed with padding, but not full body armor.
4) An added safety feature some jackets feature is reflective materials. These don't protect you from the weather or the road, but help to protect you from other drivers. Motorcycle leather jackets features reflective piping or reflective strips enable other motorists to see you during dawn, dusk and night time riding. Just as you'll see with road workers, these materials reflect light making you much more visible on the road. This is a great feature for motorcycle rain gear as visibility is always diminished during poor weather.
5) Most importantly, when selecting a leather motorcycle jacket is quality. All motorcycle jackets are not made equal. You will spend a little more for a great motorcycle jacket, but your hide is more important than saving a few extra dollars. Look for quality leather, quality construction and a medium to heavy weight leather. A good brand to consider is Milwaukee Motorcycle Clothing Company as these jackets range from 1.1 to 1.3mm thick, premium YKK zipper hardware, premium motorcycle leather jacket features and are made to last.
