Finding the best cruiser motorcycle jacket can be tough, but it’s necessary. You simply need a good jacket.
I’m an unabashed fan of cruiser motorcycles. However, I see far too many guys who ride cruisers doing so with inadequate gear. You should start with a helmet, but after that, I suggest getting a good jacket. To help you find it, I’ve put together a list of the 15 best cruiser motorcycle jackets that you should check out.
These aren’t all of the motorcycle jackets out there designed for guys and girls who ride cruisers, Harley-Davidson sells plenty of its own branded jackets that are quite good. However, if you don’t want a Harley-branded jacket, keep reading.
1. Alpinestars Oscar Bomber Jacket
If you’re a bomber jacket fan, then the Alpinestars Oscar Bomber Jacket is for you. This has the classic bomber style but it’s designed and crafted specifically for motorcyclists. The jacket features a twill fabric with polyurethane coating, fabric reinforcement in the elbows and shoulders, elastic thumb loops, removing fleece liner, CE armor in the elbows and shoulders, pockets for the chest and back (sold separately), four exterior pockets, and one interior pocket.
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2. BMW Flat Twin Jacket
The idea of the flat twin jackets dates back to the beginning motorcycling, but the BMW Flat Twin Jacket takes this style to a whole new level. The jacket features 1.2mm cowhide leather, asymmetrical zipper, snap-down collar and lapels, three exterior torso pockets, a zipper forearm pocket, adjustment at the waist, and black hardware.
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3. BMW PureBoxer Jacket
Love the BMW jackets, but don’t want the flat twin jacket? Then the PureBoxer jacket is the one for you. This jacket features 1.2mm horsehide leather with a vintage sheen, removable thermal liner, zippered cuffs, buckle waist adjusters, BMW emblem on the left arm that’s removable, three exterior pockets, two interior pockets, CE armor in the elbows and shoulders, and a pocket for a back protector (sold separately), and a zipper for connection to some riding pants.
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4. REV’IT! Cordite Jacket
Rev’It! makes some fantastic motorcycle jackets, and I’ve discussed them before. The Cordite Jacket is no exception. It features a full-grain cowhide leather construction, CE armor in the shoulders and elbows, room for a back protector (sold separately), a city fit, adjustment at the waist, zippers at the cuffs, and two exterior pockets and some inner pockets.
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5. Belstaff Roberts 2.0 Jacket
The Belstaff Roberts 2.0 Jacket is a great cruiser jacket for riders who need something for various types of leather. The textile construction is strong and durable and looks good. The jacket also features CE armor on the shoulders and elbows, a pocket for a back protector (sold separately), a slim but comfortable fit, adjustment at the waist, and several exterior pockets and some interior pockets.
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6. Alpinestars Solano Jacket
The Alpinestars Solano Jacket has the simple style of a waist-length field coat. It features a breathable polyamide twill fabric. There’s 600D fabric reinforcement on the shoulders and elbows, venting for air flow, waterproof zippers, five exterior pockets, two interior pockets, CE armor in the shoulders and elbows, and room for a back protector (sold separately).
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7. Merlin Trance Jacket
You want a leather bomber jacket that’s designed for cruiser riders, and that means you want the Merlin Trance Jacket. There’s a removable hood, too. The jacket features full leather construction, a black cotton liner, three exterior pockets, two internal pockets, YKK zippers, CW level one armor in the elbows and shoulders, room for a back protector (sold separately), and loops to attach to your riding pants.
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8. Klim Sixxer Leather Jacket
The Klim Sixxer leather jacket is a premium jacket with a rugged style. The jacket features 1 mm cowhide leather construction, dual-fastening magnetic collar tab, YKK zippers, adjustable pockets for CE armor (sold separately), adjustable snap cuffs, adjustment at the waist, and a moisture-wicking antimicrobial liner.
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9. Spidi Vintage Jacket
The Spidi Vintage Jacket brings classic style to cruiser riders and honestly any motorcycle rider. The jacket has a waxed 1.2mm cowhide leather construction, a 80g thermal vest, CE Level 1 elbow and shoulder armor, pocket for a back protector (sold separately), premium cotton liner, snap adjustments at the waist, embroidered Spidi badges, and leather accents at the biceps. You can also add a Spidi H2Out X47 waterproof rain liner (sold separately).
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10. Merlin Odell Air Jacket
The Merlin Odell Air Jacket is another leather jacket perfect for cruiser riders that like to ride in warmer weather and beyond. The jacket feature full-grain cowhide leather with perforation at the chest and inner arms for air flow, capped shoulders, leather zipper pulls, YKK zippers, CE armor in the shoulder and elbows, a pocket for a back protector (sold separately), and a zipper to connect the jacket to riding pants.
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11. Alpinestars Oscar Trucker Jacket
The Alpinestars Tucker Jacket is a unique offering. It features a hand-waxed canvas cotton and poly-fabric main shell, CE Level 1 armor in the elbows and shoulders, five exterior pockets, interior pockets, triple-stitched seams, two-zippered side pockets, and the exterior of the jacket has a water-resistant treatment. There’s also a pocket for a back protector if you’d like to add one.
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12. Alpinestars Cafe Track Fleece Jacket
The Alpinestars Cafe Track Fleece Jacket takes the casual fleece jacket to new levels. This jacket might not be the quintessential cruiser jacket, but it’s the kind of casual jacket that many cruiser riders will go for. It features a fleece construction with a poly-fabric overlay on the shoulders and elbows. There’s also CE-rated armor in the elbows and shoulders, room for a back protector (sold separately), knitted cuffs, three external pockets, and a waterproof interior pocket.
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13. Spidi Premium Jacket
Are you looking for a fashionable, premium leather jacket? Then the Spidi Premium Jacket is the one for you. This jacket looks like it has come right off the fashion runway, but it has all of the features you want in a motorcycle jacket, including, a 1.3mm leather construction, removable 100g thermal liner, zippered chest pocket vents, waist gussets, a cotton comfort liner, CE Level 1 armor in the shoulders and elbows, and a back protector (sold separately).
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14. Belstaff Brooklands 2.0 Jacket
The Belstaff Brooklands 20 Jacket is a unique jacket that features a UK-sourced 10-ounce waxed cotton construction. There’s also a bonded waterproof membrane with sealed seams, abrasion-resistant Cordura panels at the shoulders and elbows, a zip-in quilted thermal liner, corduroy-lined collar with buckle closure, corduroy-lined cuffs and waist, four exterior pockets, vented underarms, quilted reinforcements in the shoulders and elbows, a buckle waist adjustment, a rubberized bottom snap that won’t scratch up the gas tank of your bike, CE armor in the shoulders and elbows, and a logo patch on the sleeve.
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15. Street & Steel Anarchy 2 Jacket
The Street & Steel Anarchy 2 Jacket works well for any cruiser motorcycle rider, and it’s a great option. The jacket features heavy-duty 12oz denim, full-length removable zip-in fleece hoody, airflow mesh lining, multiple pockets, CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armor, a pocket for a back protector (sold separately), and CE Level 1 armor in the elbows and shoulders.
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