Anyone who rides a sportbike and occasionally drags a knee knows that pants are important. And you don’t want to just have on some jeans, you need the best sportbike pants.
There are thousands of options out there, but the best come from reputable brands and have tons of features that keep you comfortable and safe while riding your sportbike.
I’ve discussed other types of sportbike gear on this blog before, so now I want to discuss sportbike pants. Here are my picks for the 10 best sportbike pants out there.
1. Alpinestars Raider V2 Drystar Pants
The Alpinestars Raider V2 Drystar Pants are a good option for any sportbike rider. The pants feature a multi-material main shell construction with abrasion and tear-resistant panels, CE-certified armor in the knees, Drystar waterproof membrane, lower leg zipper opening for boots, zippered vents across the thighs, stretch panels in key areas, reflective details, Velcro closures at the waist and cuffs, hand pockets, a removable thermal liner, and a waist connection zipper for integration with an Alpinestars riding jacket.
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2. Dainese New Drake Air Textile Pants
Another great option for sportbike and sport-touring riders are the Dainese Drake Air Textile Pants. These pants feature a slimmer fit, removable composite protectors, 750D Cordura fabric and Suretta fabric construction, perforations for airflow, an elastic fabric insert, soft hip padding that’s sewn into place, a calf zipper, and a fastener for a jacket.
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3. Alpinestars Missile v2 Airflow Pants
If you’re looking for a pair of pants that are at home on the track, then consider the Alpinestars Missile v2 Airflow Leather Pants. These pants offer 1.3mm bovine leather main construction, high-density perforation panels, accordion leather stretch zones, high rear waist construction for overlap with your jacket, and zippered ventilation. There’s also a connection for your jacket, hook and loop ankle adjustment, an internal mesh liner with stretch panel inserts, pockets for hip protection, internal reinforcements in the seat, and Alpinestars GP-R protection on the knees that are replaceable. These pants carry a CE certification.
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4. Dainese Misano Perforated Leather Pants
Another good perforated leather option is are the Dainese Misano Perforated Leather Pants. They’re perfect of the street rider who occasionally heads to the track. The pants feature D-Skin 2.0 leather and S1 bi-elastic fabric, a Nanofeel liner with Silver ion treatment, perforation for airflow, a double calf zipper system, suit to boot fastening system, and pants to jacket fastening system. There are also interchangeable knee sliders and seamless thermoformed soft inserts. the pants are CE-certified.
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5. Fly Racing Street Coolpro II Pants
Looking to get some sportbike pants on a budget? Fly Racing has you covered. The Street Coolpro II Pants feature a multi-panel abrasion-resistant mesh design, anatomically fitted for the riding position, removable CE armor in the knees and hips, ballistic nylon in high impact areas, reflective panels for visibility, a waterproof liner that’s removable, and two zippered front pockets. These aren’t the most stylish pants, but they offer everything you need.
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6. Dainese Pony 3 Perforated Pants
The Dainese Pony 3 Perforated Pants are another good option that come with good airflow. These pants feature perforated Tutu cowhide leather, S1 bielastic fabric stretch panels, a Nanofeel liner with silver ion treatment, two front hip pockets for items, half-zippers, some reflective accents throughout and elasticated sections for movement. The pants also will attach to your jacket, offer adjustment at your waist, and some CE level 1 knee and hip armor. These pants meet prEN 17092 motorbike protective pant certification.
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7. Dainese Delta 3 Perforated Leather Pants
Looking for something that’s race-inspired? The Dainese Delta 3 Perforated Leather Pants are it. they offer S1 bielastic fabric and Tutu cowhide leather with perforation for airflow. The pants also have a double calf zipper, elastic inserts, jacket-to-pants fastening system, pant-to-boots fastening system, Nanofeel liner with Silver ion treatment, and interchangeable knee sliders. I also would like to note the image above provided by Dainese is of the non-perforated variant. I couldn’t find the perforated one.
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8. Alpinestars Jagg Leather Pants
The Alpinestars Jagg Leather Pants are constructed of full-grain leather with a multi-panel design. The pants feature CE-approved knee and shin protectors and there are pockets for hip armor. You’ll find accordion textile stretch zones, poly-fabric panels, front snap button and hook waist closure, a high rear waist for greater overlap with a jacket, internal mesh lining, reinforced seat and knee areas, zippered calf expansion panels, deep pockets, and reflective detailing.
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9. Dainese Drake Air D-Dry Pants
The Dainese Drake Air D-Dry Pants are a great option for the sportbike rider who takes to the street no matter the weather. The pants feature D-Synth 350 fabric, mesh inserts, a removable liner with a waterproof D-Dry membrane, a perforated liner for airflow, a jacket-to-pants attachment system, calf zippers, waist adjustment, and micro elasticated inserts. The pants also feature composite protectors on the knees and soft protectors on the hips, two pockets in the front, and reflective details for added visibility.
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10. Motonation Revolver Perforated Leather Pants
The Motonation Revolver Perforated Leather Pants aren’t the most elegant-looking things, but riders like them for one simple reason: they work. These pants provide excellent protection to the sportbike rider thanks to perforated leather construction, CE-approved level 1 knee protectors, pockets for hip protectors, multiple stitched seams, YKK zippers, two front pockets, accordion spandex stretch sections, waist connection to a jacket, and highly breathable elastic fabric inside the pants.
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