A leather motorcycle vest is a sleeveless layer for riding, worn over a shirt or hoodie or under a jacket. This range runs from snap-front club vests to zip, side-lace and strap designs, for men and for women, mostly in black cowhide. Pick the closure first, then the detail.
These vests are hand-stitched to order, mostly in cowhide with one sheepskin style, with thickness from about 0.9 to 1.5 mm. Black is the main colour, with brown, pink and white also in the range. A vest is a layer rather than a riding jacket, so it does not replace one. If protection matters, read the specifications on each product page.
A vest leaves your arms free and keeps you cooler, but it gives no sleeve coverage, and the shirt or hoodie underneath does the work of the arms. Riders who want sleeves with armour pockets should look at the jacket range instead. For a club or casual outfit, the vest is simpler to layer, and the closure you pick sets the character: snaps look traditional, laces and straps look more custom.
Lining and layers
Choose a regular lining, a printed lining with your own artwork, or no lining. Unlined is lighter and cooler on warm rides, and lined is smoother over a shirt. Decide what you will wear under the vest before choosing the size, because a hoodie and a tee need different room. Use the size chart, or choose Custom Size and the vest is cut to your measurements; see made to measure.
A vest is a layer, not a protective jacket. Armour varies by product, so check the specifications on the vest you choose before relying on it for riding protection.
Snap fronts are the classic club look and open quickly. Laces and Velcro straps let you adjust the sides. A zip front is quicker to close for women's cuts. Pick by how much adjustment you want.
Most vests here are cowhide, which is firm and keeps its shape. One style uses softer, lighter sheepskin. Thickness runs from about 0.9 to 1.5 mm, and each product page names the leather.
Yes. Choose the printed lining, upload your artwork such as a logo or pattern, and add notes with your order. You can also choose a regular lining or none.
Wipe off dust and grit after riding, dry it at room temperature away from heaters, and condition the leather now and then. Store it on a wide hanger. The care guide has more.
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