What are the characteristics of a quality motorcycle jacket?
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Un blouse exists for all budgets, but are they all created equal?
Price does not necessarily determine exceptional quality product (to your surprise!). Therefore, we thought that an article on this topic during this sales period is timely to find out the characteristics quality motorcycle jacket.
Jacket for any season
At Les Bikeuses, we like to go out in style and assert our looks on the bike. But most of all we like to be warm despite the wind, to be dry when it rains, and to be cool when the sun beats down.
To adapt to temperature, brands and manufacturers must choose a material that meets many criteria:
- Protects against falling, impact ...
- Adapts to weather and weather
- What is beautiful to wear
- Be comfortable to use
All of these imperatives diminish opportunities, and yet brands like Ixon or Helstons are very good at producing. motorcycle jackets large exceptional quality.
So what are their secrets? This is good because we are opening them to you now!
Ideal characteristics of the perfect jacket
Waterproof VS Impermeable
For motorcycle jacket, sealing this is the first criterion that determines its quality. Concretely, this means that water cannot pass through the material and cannot be detected inside the jacket. Just tell me! But then what's the difference with impermeability ?
More precisely a jacket impenetrable not necessarily waterproof... Impermeability protects the material from contact with water. If you like, it's like adding a wall of protection between matter and water. If the shaft falls, water will seep out.
Remember : prefer waterproof jacket not waterproof. Even if the ideal of waterproofing your waterproof jacket remains.
Are you ready to face the rain, but are you ready to beat the blazing heat of a scorching summer? Let's see it now!
Ventilation and breathability
There is nothing worse than suffocating inside a jacket and accumulating sweat, which ultimately permeates our clothes. Let's just say it's not really sexy.
To solve this problem, brands decided to integrate jackets materials of the "mesh" type. This process allows valves le blouse in an optimized way. The idea is not to catch a cold, but to blow out hot air and replace it with fresh air. Ideal for spring or summer when temperatures rise.
La breathability as for that, allows you to evacuate evaporation thanks to new manufacturing technologies. Sports textiles have already opted for breathable materials. Universe motorcycle did not have to wait long to adopt this technology.
For your motorcycle rides, here's a perfect example. quality jacket et breathable available at Les Bikeuses.
We can't help but advise you, here is a vintage helmet from the LS2 brand that pairs perfectly with the jacket above.
Keeping warm
in winter insulating materials и removable thermal pads must be approved. Of course yours mid season jacket can do its job in 10 minutes. But if you want to get away for the whole day or discover an unknown place under Snow, it is better to arm yourself.
Manufacturers are aware of this and regularly add tongue-and-eye fasteners to jackets (stretch, zip, etc.) to prevent air infiltration and ensure optimal comfort.
Choose a practical jacket
If your jacket has connection loop attach to your pants, you're part of the elite! (Ixon offers this on their models, but keep it a secret ...). More seriously, this buckle improves comfort, retention and ease of riding on your motorcycle. But, of course, it's a matter of taste!
Protections and permissions
What is CE or PPE certification?
For a simple answer, remember that CE certificate certifies the permission of the authorities to place on the market motorcycle jacket... This permit applies to all biker equipment: jacket, boots, gloves, back protectors, etc.
If you need a more precise answer, know that CE certificate complies with European Directive 2016-425, which lists personal protective equipment (EPI).
What is the difference between certification levels?
Simply put, we distinguish two levels of certification :
Le Level 1, which corresponds to the equipment designed for minor hazardsthat does not require testing in an independent laboratory.
Le Level 2, which corresponds to the equipment manufactured for significant dangers, then an independent laboratory test is required.
For example, such motorcycle jacket CE / PPE approved de Level 2 elbows and shoulders.
To find out more about homologation, check out our article on motorcycle jacket homologation.
Significant safety advantage
If other road users can see you better thanks to the jacket, isn't that encouraging? Keep in mind that manufacturers integrate reflective stripes on jackets to ensure greater safety night.
Conclusion
Now you know all the secrets to choosing a quality motorcycle jacket. Sometimes the price is overpriced due to the innovative features of the jacket, and sometimes it's just the name of the brand and its prestige. This article will help you distinguish between mediocre jackets and must-have jackets.
Comment on your favorite brand in terms of jackets, we'd love to hear from you. 😉
