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motorcycle and scooter jacket

Choosing the right motorcycle jacket

You have just acquired a 50cc, scooter, motorcycle or other... 50 Factory advise you on the choice of your jacket. It will bring you security on both long and short journeys.

The motorcycle jacket, scooter, quad... is personal protective equipment (EPI). It protects you against burns, broken bones, abrasions, bruises and all other injuries.

Protect yourself whatever the season and the distance.

What does the regulation say?

Wearing a motorcycle jacket is not mandatory but strongly recommended. Indeed, it is he who will protect you in the event of a fall. The jacket is an essential product for the 2 wheels in the event of a personal accident in order to limit the importance of injuries.

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Advice on buying your motorcycle jacket

The choice of your jacket or jacket is made according to its use, your vehicle and the mileage. It is also necessary to take into account the season, it is ideal to have a jacket for the winter and a jacket for the summer!

For a motorcycle jacket to be optimal, here are some tips:

-Wear bright colors and a retro-reflective device for better visibility day and night.

-The jacket must be comfortable, at your size in order to protect you well from shocks (the 1621 standard ensures good protection of the shoulders, elbows, hips and knees).

- It shouldn't be too heavy for your build.

Your motorcycle or scooter jacket must be equipped with CE approved protections. The label informs you about the class of the jacket.

Class A: standard

Class AA: comfort and protection

Class AAA: high protection but with mediocre comfort.

Comfort and design of a motorcycle jacket

Jacket or jacket?

The jacket is long and comfortable. It offers better protection against bad weather and cold. It is widely used among motorcyclists. The jacket with a retro look or vintage offers style and aesthetics with enhanced comfort and safety.

Leather or textile?

The leather is robust and of high quality. It is waterproof and warm and offers great abrasion resistance. It offers better security and is a good long-term investment, unlike textiles. However, it remains heavy and hot in the summer. A leather motorcycle jacket will last for many years.

The textile jacket provides good resistance to rubbing but will tear more easily than leather. The textile is light, more waterproof but less rigid. IT is more pleasant to wear during the summer period, it will bring you optimal comfort thanks to its ventilation. In addition, its price remains lower. It is less resistant than a leather jacket but is much more comfortable!

50 Factory offers a range of branded products Restone, Gencod with good value for money: approved jackets for your outings on two wheels with optimal comfort and protection thanks to removable protective foam.

Possibility to also buy motorcycle jackets from major brands such as Alpinestars, Ixon and Ahdes, all recognized and reliable in terms of quality and safety.

ahdes jacket

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ixo
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Conclusion

The choice of your jacket is made according to your taste, the desired comfort and your budget. Each jacket has its pros and cons. The leather remains much more resistant to falls while having a timeless look. The textile offers you many models with very good waterproofing, ventilation and protection against extreme cold.

Take care of yourself and good road Vroom!

Complementary products:

Here are the accessories you can add to your equipment:

  • Les protections (back, elbows) are not present in all jackets; they can be added to clothes that already have a location or they can be worn alone with straps.

  • Rain gear: essential products for your journeys in the rain with your motorcycle, scooter, 50, quad and others...

  • Gloves and helmet are required.atories when you hit the road.

  • Leather Care: we offer many products to take care of your leathers (jacket, saddles...) and waterproof your equipment.


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