How do Experts Choose Motorcycle Jackets?
Experts choose the best. This is the reason why we rely on them
whenever we need advice and details. These details need not be
lengthy or verbose. Moreover, it has to incorporate all the
essential information about the topic.
Same thing with other motorcycle apparel, jackets must also give
both comfort and protection. However, there are some areas that
need special attention. Let us discuss them one by one.
1. Ventilation. Air circulation is necessary especially during
summer where the heat of the sun can hurt the skin and can also
result to a sweaty and uncomfortable ride. Riders can purchase
jackets that have ventilation zippers with them. These zippers
are usually found under the armpits and other ventilation holes
to allow air to circulate. Be sure that suit integration is
applied to the jacket. A Velcro or a zipper at the back can
provide considerable comfort. Pockets can also be added - the
more, the better.
2. Material. Motorcycle jackets may either be leather or
non-leather. Leather is the most famous material for jackets.
However, mesh is now also widely used specially in warm season.
Dupont Cordura, a form of nylon with a scale going up to
approximately 1000 denier, can also be used.
3. Conspicuity. The third thing that we have to look for is the
jacket's ability to be seen from afar by fellow riders as well
as pedestrians. Conspicuity is the primary reason for motorcycle
accidents. Failure to see another rider is a fatal flaw. To
remedy this, riders must wear jackets with reflective materials
or luminous colors. The use of scotelite can also result to a
reflective jacket.
4. Waterproof. Finally, you have to consider that waterproof
jacket is a must have in riding. Riding knows no weather - be it
a sunny or a rainy weather - riders are always on the go.
Nothing can stop them, even the harsh weather. However, if a
rider rides with a non-waterproof jacket, he will likely be
having illness that can preclude him from further enjoying
rides.
Keeping the rider's jacket waterproof is also a way to avoid the
feel of being stinky, dirty and less confident. Caveat emptor.
Buyer's must also be careful with those materials that easily
loose its power of being waterproof.
Remember what Nicholas Cage said in Wild at heart? - A good
jacket is like 'your symbol of individuality'. Therefore, your
jacket reflects you as a person - your style, comfort and
totality.