Summary: Leather motorcycle jackets, whether classic leather jackets or contemporary, protect riders from the road rash caused by motorcycle wrecks. Learn how to choose a leather motorcycle jacket in this free video on buying motorcycle protective gear.
Sheryl Daines has worked in the motorcycle retail industry for approximately ten years. She is a proud owner of a ZX6 and an experienced motocross racer. Sheryl loves helping customers...read more
"We are here to talk about safety equipment today when you're considering purchasing a motorcycle. And what I have brought out for you is some different styles of leather jackets. Here we have our standard leather riding jacket. It has no body armor in it but it's pretty traditional, a little funky. And here we have what would be considered a more contemporary leather jacket with the perforated leather. This one is on a tiny a bit, a side heavier, a little bit thicker and this one is a little bit lighter with a little bit more ventilation in it. It does come with a full body armor in the shoulders, elbows and back. However, they are a personal preference in taste. They are very impractical in the state of Texas. It is very hot. However they are a heavier weight jacket. So they are a little bit more durable in a fall. But what is most important, no matter your personal cosmetic preference, is that you wear them."
eHow Article: Buying a Leather Motorcycle Jacket