Leather Motorcycle Gear Archives

Can a Leather Motorcycle Jacket Get Wet? Everything You Need to Know

Leather motorcycle jackets are not just a fashion statement—they are an essential piece of gear that provides protection, comfort, and style. However, leather just like every other material isn’t indestructible, so let’s talk about what happens to your leather jacket if it gets wet.

In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the answer to the question: can a leather motorcycle jacket get wet? And discuss different types of leather and their water resistance, and provide tips on how to properly care for a wet leather jacket.

Dainese Atlas Leather Jacket

A great leather jacket for urban riders.

If you need a leather jacket that brings drum-dyed cowhide construction and some cafe racer styling, then the Dainese Atlas leather jacket is something that you should check out. Here are some of the details of the jacket and what makes it a good buy.

Pando Moto Tatami Leather Jacket – Everything You Need to Know

The Pando Moto Tatami Leather Jacket is one good-looking leather motorcycle jacket.

This new arrival has tons of premium features and is something you should consider if you’re looking for a new motorcycle jacket.

Let’s take a closer look at this great option and find out what makes it a jacket worth owning.

Roland Sands Walker Jacket

Looking for one of the toughest leather jackets out there? The Roland Sands Walker Jacket just might be it.

This jacket blends some classic styling with modern construction. As Roland Sands says, if Walker, Texas Ranger rode a motorcycle and wore a leather jacket, this would be it.

In all honesty, though, this is truly a great jacket that’s well-made and looks absolutely fantastic.

The Types of Leather Used in Leather Jackets and Why it Matters

The Right Types of Leather Matter

The leather jacket is synonymous with motorcycle riding and has been for decades. From the early Schott jackets to the modern leather jackets from a wide variety of manufacturers and brands, the leather jacket has been a key part of many a motorcyclist identity.

With that said, not all leather jackets are the same. There’s a wide variety of styles and qualities out there for you to choose from, and you’ll want to find one of the best leather jackets if you plan to ride.

The type of leather used in the jacket matters, and there’s quite a bit more to it than you might realize. With this in mind, I thought it best to take a look at the types of leather jackets to inform you of what to look for when shopping for a motorcycle jacket.

Roland Sands Clash Jacket

Are you looking for a killer leather jacket that will catch eyes and keep you protected? Check out the Roland Sands Clash Jacket. It’s the perfect jacket for the style conscious rider who tosses a leg over a cruiser or cafe racer.

This jacket is just one of the nice jackets from Roland Sands Design, but it’s perhaps one of the best. It’s been out for several years now and has been proven to be good at what it was designed for—looking good and keeping you safe in a crash.

Let’s dive into the details of this jacket below, and then we’ll jump into some of the reviews that are out there as well as the images.

Plainsman Cabretta Leather Gloves Review

The Plainsman Cabretta Leather Gloves are as Simple as it Gets

Recently I picked up a pair of Plainsman Cabretta Leather Gloves. I’d intended to use these as work gloves and still do. However, I thought it’d be smart to evaluate them as motorcycle gloves, too.

While I’d advocate for something that’s designed specifically for motorcycle riding, I’ll say that I know a lot of guys who like to wear light leather gloves when on the bike, and I have to say some gloves are better than no gloves.

Let’s take a look at what the Plainsman Cabretta Leather Gloves, and what they offer. Then I’ll look at them as motorcycle gloves and give my recommendation as to whether or not you should wear them.

Spidi Firebird Jacket

The Spidi Firebird Jacket Is Soft, Comfortable, and Protective

I love a good bomber jacket, and the Spidi Firebird Jacket brings the bomber styling to a legit motorcycle jacket.

Spidi crafts some seriously good motorcycle gear and this jacket is a perfect example of what makes the brand’s gear worth buying.

Dr. Martens Awley Boots Review

How do these Dr. Martens Awley Boots work as motorcycle boots?

I love good leather boots, and I’ve always found Dr. Martens boots to be really nice-looking. So, recently I purchased a pair the Dr. Martens Awley Boots.

They’re cool boots, but I was curious to see if they provided enough protection for me to feel like my feet were safe when riding my motorcycle.

Dainese Rapida72 Perforated Leather Jacket

If you’re looking for vintage cool, then the Dainese Rapida72 Perforated Leather Jacket is for you.

Here’s a jacket that is perfect for guys on cafe racer motorcycles, cruisers, or custom builds. It’s the Dainese Rapida72 Perforated Leather Jacket.

This jacket is high on style and features, and because of this, it’s a little on the pricier side of things too. That doesn’t keep it from being something you should consider.