For those who are just getting started with the world of motorcycles, there is one item in regards to motorcycle accessories that can often be considered a point of both fascination and confusion, the jacket. Motorcycle jackets can often be acquired at a motorcycle parts store and have a wide range of reasons for being worn. In fact, there are just as many reasons for a biker to wear a jacket as there are jacket styles and different kinds of bikers. Let's look at some of the facts concerning this iconic piece of clothing that is so closely related to this lifestyle so you may have a better understanding of what's out there.
Riders wear these jackets for a number of different reasons. The one that seems to be the most obvious is that of protecting the rider. There are several elements that can affect a rider, these elements can be quite harsh and your jacket can be the best defense you have. If you are unfortunate enough to be in an accident, this will be a great piece of clothing to have as it will help to protect you. The majority of the slide will be absorbed by the jacket. The other reason is to offer a sign of unity within a close community. Often these are all worn by members of a club and will feature the same patch on all of them.
Different Types exist and knowing what they are and how they differ is important. Traditional styles are made of thin leather or denim and are buttoned up fronted. They may have a limited amount of pockets compared to 1% versions.
The men's style of these garments is made from tougher materials and tend to present a tough guy image. These are made from materials that are heavier in the design as well as the weight of them.
Women's versions tend to be of a lighter nature as the materials are not nearly as heavy. There also are a lot of different materials that go into the design of these on the main body and all over the jacket.
The one percenter style is one of the heavier types on the market. These are cut with a looser fit to accommodate a rider's vest or "cut" worn over. Many riders that are part of a club will wear their vest over the jacket to display their club colors. This allows for a better fit as a result and does not tend to be binding.
Motorcycle jackets allow a person the opportunity to show their pride in a lifestyle that they have made the decision to live.
Riders wear these jackets for a number of different reasons. The one that seems to be the most obvious is that of protecting the rider. There are several elements that can affect a rider, these elements can be quite harsh and your jacket can be the best defense you have. If you are unfortunate enough to be in an accident, this will be a great piece of clothing to have as it will help to protect you. The majority of the slide will be absorbed by the jacket. The other reason is to offer a sign of unity within a close community. Often these are all worn by members of a club and will feature the same patch on all of them.
Different Types exist and knowing what they are and how they differ is important. Traditional styles are made of thin leather or denim and are buttoned up fronted. They may have a limited amount of pockets compared to 1% versions.
The men's style of these garments is made from tougher materials and tend to present a tough guy image. These are made from materials that are heavier in the design as well as the weight of them.
Women's versions tend to be of a lighter nature as the materials are not nearly as heavy. There also are a lot of different materials that go into the design of these on the main body and all over the jacket.
The one percenter style is one of the heavier types on the market. These are cut with a looser fit to accommodate a rider's vest or "cut" worn over. Many riders that are part of a club will wear their vest over the jacket to display their club colors. This allows for a better fit as a result and does not tend to be binding.
Motorcycle jackets allow a person the opportunity to show their pride in a lifestyle that they have made the decision to live.
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Riders are now becoming more fashionable especially with icon jackets around. But even more to jackets are especially made for active riders' icon boots.
