In our blog, we’ve often talked about how to protect your motorcycle through resin stickers specifically designed for every motorcycle. However, before preserving your two-wheeler, it’s essential to think about bikers’ safety.
As a consequence, in this article we’ll first deal with the topic of motorcycle clothing to ride two-wheelers safely. It’s particularly thought for those people who are approaching the world of two-wheelers for the first time and need to find their way in this complex context.
For first-time bikers, choosing the best motorcycle clothing can be difficult. Due to the jungle of several different available options and opportunities the market offers, it’s not easy at all.
This article aims to be a little guide to help you choose the essential apparel and garments to ride safely. We’ll explain to you how to choose the right approved protections and the kind of necessary clothes based on the activities you use them for (racing, scooter rides, travels, touring, short trips, etc.).
The market of technical apparel for motorcycles is really vast. We don’t only refer to leather suits or hard armor jackets designed to ride long distances. You have to choose your clothing also based on the activities you use them for. For short distance commuting by scooter or motorcycle, it’s possible to opt for a more comfortable clothing with lightweight pads, for instance, obviously under the banner of safety.
So, go ahead with padded jeans, leather or technical fabric jackets, reinforced footwear… Your clothes can match your style without sacrificing comfort and safety: knowing what you need is what really matters.
Before going into the details of the essential equipment for each biker, it’s worth noting that technical apparel for motorcycles designed for leisure time (not for professional use) must comply with the EU 2016/425 regulation (excluding rain wear, whose only function is water protection).
There are three classes for technical motorcycle clothing: A, AA, and AAA.
A, AA, and AAA. These garments must pass various tests, including resistance to abrasion upon impact with the ground, tear strength, and the durability of fabrics and seams against natural wear and washing (when done correctly). Additionally, the health and safety of the materials used are also assessed.
Class A motorcycle clothing is designed for urban use. So, it consists of typically casual gear for riders of scooters or small motorcycles, primarily used in city environments where speeds are lower.
Class AA is intended for road touring, making it suitable for longer journeys on paved roads.
Finally, class AAA clothing is thought for more specific uses, such as professional racing or off-road riding, offering the highest level of protection.
But first things first, we recommend you the essential apparel for your safety on two-wheels.
Helmets
Let’s start with the first and mandatory piece of gear, the helmet for motorcycles – an essential item on which you shouldn’t economize. The best are full-face helmets. Make sure they’re CE certified and original. There are several different models: those designed for urban use, travels, adventure, dirt, and racing motorcycles. A particularly useful feature is the integrated internal sun visor, which is really comfortable.
Gloves
Motorcycle gloves can be divided into two categories: long/short and leather/fabric gloves. Leather gloves are more suitable for racing, because they’re more resistant to abrasion, whereas fabric gloves are more suitable for daily wear.
Gloves, together with helmets, are probably the most important protection since bikers’ hands are the parts that are most prone to bumps from falls or crashes. Besides, they also protect you from the elements, midges, and insects on the whole.
Racing gloves are usually long and made in leather, while short summer gloves are mainly suitable for urban scooter riders, because they provide minimum protection against abrasion from falls.
Professional motorcycle gloves are typically reinforced with internal sliders that allow hands to glide in case of a fall. This feature prevents hands from gripping the asphalt upon impact, which could otherwise cause wrists to twist and potentially result in injury. These sliders help to dissipate the kinetic energy generated by the impact with the ground.
Additionally, gloves are equipped with an extra protection for the knuckles, which can be made from carbon fiber, metal, or plastic.
Back protectors
The most common type of motorcycle back protectors is the rigid one, but there are also more innovative models made from soft materials that harden upon impact.
Unfortunately, these protectors can be uncomfortable to wear, especially the more complete models that protect bikers’ bodies from their neck to their tailbone. However, they are true lifesavers in the event of a crash, so we strongly recommend wearing them at all times, especially for long trips.
There are two categories of back protectors: those worn like a backpack and those integrated into technical jackets and suits.
Motorcycle boots and shoes
Motorcycle footwear is distinct from regular footwear due to their anti-torsion soles and reinforced structure in key areas, such as the toe and heel. Depending on the model and intended use, motorcycle shoes are specifically reinforced in high-stress areas, like the ankles and the toes, which endure pressure from shifting gears. These shoes are made from technical materials designed for performance. GORE-TEX, for example, is the go-to waterproof, breathable material that’s ideal for all seasons.
Jackets and trousers
Motorcycle trousers come equipped with hard protection at the knees and hips, while jackets feature hard protectors at the elbows and shoulders. Additionally, jackets often have a pocket designed to insert back protectors.
Trousers looking like jeans with protection at the knees and hips are really popular lately. This garment’s fabric is resistant to abrasion, yet it’s characterized by a casual look which makes it suitable for everyday wear. Plus, as they’re comfortable, sometimes they’re also worn by sport bikers.
As regards motorcycle jackets, it’s worth mentioning the two main categories: leather jackets (worn by racing bikers) and fabric jackets (suitable for road and touring motorcycles). There are motorcycle suits made up of three different layers – outer coating, waterproof membrane, and inner padding – providing comfort and protection. This kind of motorcycle jackets are widespread and better known as three layer jackets.
One piece leather suits are designed for sport bikers and are mandatory for track use as they provide maximum protection against crashes.
There are also various airbag systems in motorcycle suits that provide maximum protection in the event of a crash. These can be activated either mechanically through a cable or electronically through an integrated control unit. Lately, they’re becoming increasingly popular for road use, not just on the track.
This guide only aims to provide you with general information. We suggest you visit specialized stores where you’ll be given advice on the most suitable garments based on your activities.
We recommend you always choose high-quality clothing and rely on the best brands that supply original and approved products.
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