Rage Leather CE Armor Motrcycle Jacket Black

This is a top quality motorcycle leather jacket loaded with high end features.

• 1.2mm Cow Hide Leather

• 2 front shoulder ventilation zippers and 2 back ventilation zippers

• 5 PC removable armor for back, shoulders and elbows. Shoulder and elbow pieces of armor are made of injection molded plastic/hard padded with foam inside for comfort fit. Back piece is made of double density EVA

• Fixed full sleeve quilted insulated liner

• Strong YKK metal zippers

• Pant attachment zippers both 8 inch and 360 degree pant attachment zip

• Waist and sleeves adjustments

• Waist stretch panels

• 2 outside pockets

How to Choose the Best Motorcycle leather jacket with armor?

Motorcycle jackets are indispensible for the protection and comfort of torso while riding, and with armor they provide exceptional safety against accidents. However, with so many different options in the market it can be daunting to choose the right motorcycle jacket. Here are a few tips that will help you narrow down your choices and help you choose a jacket that offers superior protection.

Quality and Thickness of Leather:

When getting a motorcycle leather jacket with armor, make sure you get a jacket that makes use of high-quality, genuine leather. The leather should be thick enough to protect your torso against the environmental agents. For maximum protection the leather must be at least 1mm thick.

Leather is a very tough and durable material that is very strong against tension and compression. Without proper protection, during accidents most fabric would chip and tear and also result in scraping of your skin underneath the garments. But with thick leather that doesn’t cut or tear under high force, your skin underneath is protected from road rashes. In addition, the striking debris and bugs in the air result in discomfort while riding. Thick leather will absorb their impact, and you can enjoy a smooth, pain-free ride.

Coverage and Comfort of the Armor:

Armor is excellent at absorbing sudden shock, so it is great for reducing the effects of a crash to a bare minimum. The motorcycle leather jacket you choose must have removable armor, to keep you prepared for the most terrible accidents. It is important to consider the spots the armor protects, the standard it meets, and the comfort and easy movement it offers.

The armor should provide its impact mitigating protection around all the sensitive areas of your torso which includes mostly the joints and the spine. It should essentially cover the back, shoulders and elbows. Securing these areas against fractures is required from the armor. The material of the armor should be CE certified, which means that the armor material has been assessed for its performance. To test these devices a weight is dropped on them from a fixed distance and the force transmitted to the other end is measured. The transmitted must be low enough to produce no serious effect on the rider. While armors are great for protection, but many riders prefer not to wear them because they reduce their flexibility and constrain their movement. The armor you choose should be able to bend and stretch easily so that you feel comfortable while riding in them.

Good-Fit is Crucial:

No matter how many protective features your motorcycle leather jacket armor has, they will all be a waist unless the jacket fits your body perfectly. If the jacket is too loose then you are not protected against cold weather, and from road rashes. The jacket could easily gather together making your torso bare. If it is too tight, it will restrict your movement and make it difficult for you to maneuver your bike well. This could result in accidents. Make sure that the jacket fits you well and has features for custom fit. It should cover all the areas of your torso, especially the back, in all riding positions.