The Top 5 Best Motorcycle Jackets for Summer
Good news- the clocks go forward this weekend! That means longer days, sunnier skies and not long to wait until you can enjoy a long summer ride out in the glorious sunshine. Though you might still have the heating on now, you’ll soon be able to slam the wardrobe door on all your winter riding gear and laugh all the way to your bike. We’re here to help you spring forward, with the best motorcycle jackets for summer- which is just around the corner, we promise!
Best on a Budget
This great value motorcycle jacket does exactly what it says on the tin. Maximum airflow is achieved thanks to large front mesh panels and the unique Buffalo airflow system. It’s made of 100% polyester and it’s the definition of lightweight! It also comes in handy in the spring time. Those April showers won’t stand a chance against the waterproof liner, so you can chill out whatever the weather.
Best Jacket for Ladies
RST ‘Brooklyn Ventilated’ Ladies Jacket
You don’t have to be a sweaty Betty with the ‘Brooklyn Ventilated’ jacket! With three cool colour options and two removable linings (waterproof and thermal) this jacket can be worn any way you want in all weathers. Don’t let its flattering contours fool you- this is a seriously protective jacket with RST Contour and CE certified armour built in to the shoulders, elbows and back. The mesh outer is breathable and durable with double stitched nylon seams. In our opinion, the Brooklyn rocks all year round!
Men- don’t miss out! The Brooklyn has a male twin in the RST Pro Series ‘Ventilator 4’, a brilliant investment for all seasons.
Best All-Rounder
Alpinestars ‘T-Jaws Air’ Jacket
The ‘T-Jaws Air’ jacket will keep you feeling (and looking) seriously cool in the warmer weather. It’s fully breathable with a full mesh lining- so you’re not baking on your bike! It has light-weight, CE certified Bio armour built in on the shoulders and elbows and optional back armour too. It includes reflective details for those lovely warm evenings and even has a removable waterproof liner with pockets- just in case a summer storm threatens to ruin your ride.
Best Jacket for Summer Touring
RST Pro Series ‘Adventure 2’ Jacket
If you’ve been dreaming all winter of planning a motorbike adventure then look no further: the RST Pro Series ‘Adventure 2’ is the best motorcycle jacket for summer touring. It’s packed with bells and whistles to please even the most die-hard adventurer: there are removable thermal and waterproof linings, huge fold-away mesh ventilation panels, a dual-use map pocket/bum bag for storing your valuables, and last but not least, a clever pocket on the back for a water bladder. The Adventure 2 won’t let you down, so get out there and conquer the world!
Best Racing Jacket
Mix it up on the track this summer! The ‘Tractech Evo 2’ leather racing jacket comes in seven different colours, as a jacket and as a complete racing suit. This is a seriously good-looking piece of kit! It’s not all about looks, though; this is a purpose-built racing jacket which is sheer genius on the track. It has an aerodynamic racing hump and perforation throughout the exterior to keep you cool, making the Tractech Evo one of the very best motorcycle jackets for summer races. The Contour Activ CE armour and TPU external shoulder sliders offer maximum protection. It also offers large stretch panels to keep you comfortable; or as comfortable as you can be at 100 miles per hour!
If you don’t fancy being permanently glued to your leather jacket, pair it up with a Proskins base layer, like this Proskins Base Layer Long Sleeve Top. It’s expertly designed for comfort, temperature control and muscle support and acts like a second skin- you’ll forget how you ever lived without it!
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