Motorcycle Jeans

When it comes to motorcycle clothing its really all down to personal preference what type gear you decide to wear but one thing is for sure, you should make sure you get clothing that is strong enough and has protection to help keep you safe in the event of an accident.

You still see many bikers out on their machines wearing ordinary denim jeans and a t-shirt. This is a huge mistake that can cost you dearly if you come off even at low speeds. The denim on your jeans will be gone 1/4 second after you hit the ground so your skin will be taking the brunt of the friction with the tarmac. If you don't fancy having  a doctor replace your bodies outer layer then it pays to put some thought in to the clothing you pull on when you get out on your motorbike.

Getting yourself a pair of Kevlar motorcycle jeans is a great step in the right direction that will literally save you skin in the event of a spill. Kevlar is many times stronger than denim, so much so that you will find it impossible to have a crash that burns through the fabric to your skin. In tests Kevlar motorcycle jeans can withstand the friction caused by nearly a minute of being dragged along the tarmac at speed. If you ever have a crash on your bike that starts to test the limits of the efficiency of your motor cycle jeans then you are going to have a lot more to worry about than the skin on your ass.

Many people argue that they wear jeans on a bike because they like the comfort factor involved and this is easy to understand. We ride a motorcycle because its fun and taking the comfort out of your riding is going to reduce that enjoyment we get from it. Thankfully motorcycle jeans with Kevlar sewn into the fabric are hard to distinguish from ordinary denims. Although Kevlar is used to make bullet proof vests it is exceptionally soft and makes a great addition to any clothing.

If you are all about the safety when out on your bike you might want to give Kevlar jeans a try in place of your leathers, especially in the summer months when leathers can get real hot. The soft comfortable fabric of the jeans keeps the chill off in Winter but also lets plenty of air through when you are out in the hot weather. Store a pair of waterproof trousers under your seat and you are prepared to tackle the roads in any weather.

Motorcycle jeans are available from quite  a few retailers nowadays so you have got plenty to choose from. Manufacturers such as Hood, Draggin and Halvarssons make great quality gear at reasonable prices. You can shop online and get a bit of a discount but sometimes it pays to try before you buy to ensure that you get the perfect fit.