Lee Men's Rider' Jeans

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A full day at the office may not be possible with unlined jeans because they are warmer and heavier than typical trend jeans. While cycling, they do a great job of reducing the effects of wind and gusts. They’ll never be warm enough for winter, but they’re ideal for late spring and early autumn rides. Motorcycle riding jeans are now incredibly popular – as bikers move away from sportsbikes and focus instead on adventure, street, custom, naked and cruiser machines, denim is often the trouser of choice. Halvarssons, known for their expertise in touring textiles and functional waterproof gear, has now showcased their skill in denim with the impressive Rogen jeans. They provide enough protection while maintaining the look and feel. This standard look-alike pair of denim pants while you are off the bike. Of course, abrasion resistance isn’t the only measure of safety – burst and tear strength is just as vital, which is why I think it’s important to go for AAA-rated jeans.

The Paranoid Motorcycle Jean is a sturdy and reliable pair of motorcycle jeans that are specifically designed to meet the needs of motorcycle riders looking for heavyweight protection. They are made with a layer of aramid that is fully lined and coated with a shower-resistant material to provide maximum protection against abrasion and moisture. These jeans are suitable for use all year round, but they are particularly well-suited to autumn, winter, and cold spring mornings. They are ideal for use in cooler climates, such as Northern Europe and Scandinavia, as well as mountainous regions in the USA and Canada where temperatures can be quite low. Padded areas are often the removable type allowing for changing and cleaning. Breathable material provides greater comfort and hygiene after long hot rides.

The Andes IIIs thermal liner keeps you toasty, the Drystar membrane keeps you dry, and the overall comfort stays focused. What you choose to buy will depend on what and where you ride, but make those choices based on honest information and –where available – proven test reports.

Equipped with Oxford's Dynamic CE level 2 knee and hip protectors, these jeans offer optimal impact resistance without compromising flexibility or comfort. The protectors are thin and flexible, ensuring a natural range of motion while providing vital protection. James Dean’s K Fifty 1 Jeans don’t have complicated stitching or branding to give them a James Dean vibe. On long rides, the crotch bunching is no longer an issue.

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Whether we like it or not, a high-speed impact with the nakedness of a motorcycle exposes our entire bodies to severe injuries. While much focus is rightfully afforded to the head, feet and hands, let’s not forget that injuries to the legs and lower mid-section can be equally unforgiving. The John Doe Ironhead is a cafe-racer-style jean tailored specifically for motorcycle enthusiasts. The Ironhead offers a sleek, slim fit and a two-layer design, providing remarkable comfort and protection. These jeans have AA protection rating, so while not the outright best in terms of abrasion and tear resistance compared with AAA items, they do have Level 2 CE armour in both knees and hips. The outer shell is Demin, while the yarn is a blend of Dyneema, Cordura and Polyester, with a tiny bit of Elastane woven in for stretchiness. The abrasion resistance and construction strength for any garments is highlighted by the CE rating that they will have been awarded and riding jeans are no different. For all motorcycle clothing, a CE label should be present and will indicate a rating based on letters; B, A, AA or AAA, in increasing levels of protection. The best motorcycle jeans will have a AAA rating.

About the author: Justin Hayzelden is MCN’s Product Specialist and has been a regular contributor since 2009. He has built up a wealth of experience in putting the latest machinery through its paces, as well as subjecting every aspect of motorcycle kit to the rigours of real-world riding. Any garment that’s rated as Level B under EN17092 has no armour fitted. It also only needs to be tested to the equivalent of Level A for abrasion, burst and tear resistance. Some products will be the same as the AAA-rated gear from a brand but with the amour removed, because the buyer might have their own, or might not want to wear it. I wear jeans when I ride on the road unless I’m absolutely sure I’m getting rained on, so these relatively robust items fit the bill perfectly. That’s because they’re heavy-duty enough to wear in lower temperatures - down to around 12 degrees centigrade - without feeling cold. In fitment terms they’re great too, almost exactly mirroring the Levi’s I wear when I’m not riding in both length and waist sizing. Renowned for their innovative approach to women-first clothing, Motogirl has crafted the Ellie jeans to be both stylish and practical for summer and fair-weather riding.

After that, try some on. Lined jeans will be warmer than single-layer jeans, but there can be big differences; Draggin’s most abrasion-resistant jeans use a flannel-style aramid lining, which is bulkier and hotter than a standard knit. If you ride in very hot climates, that’s worth knowing. If you’re interested in the potential weight differences, as an example and with armour fitted a pair of AAA-rated Roadskin Taranis single-layer jeans weigh 1,360g, while a pair of AAA-rated Hood K7/AAA fully-lined jeans weigh 1,880g.

Single layer motorcycle jeans tend to be made of denim (cotton) with a tougher material woven in, but there has been an increase in jeans that have a denim look, while being made entirely of man-made fibres. Bull-it’s Tactical range is one of their lightest single-layer jeans to date, with AA stretch denim, new recovery yarns for stretch retention, and a variety of cuts to suit every kind of rider.

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PMJ ensures the integration of Twaron in all their jeans, either by lining it behind the exterior denim layer or weaving it into the fabric itself. The Deux jeans feature Twaron T-Tex Pro technology which represents the pinnacle of PMJ's single-layer offerings, boasting an impressive abrasion-resistance rating of 4.2 seconds. By combining the comfort and style of denim cotton with the ballistic properties of aramid fibers, these jeans provide an optimal balance between protection and fashion. I haven’t seen many that use an abrasion-resistant material throughout the denim as well as full reinforcing at key zones, and part-lined jeans are becoming less common. RST X Kevlar Tech Pro | These part-lined jeans are styled to look a lot more like bike kit than the other, more casual-looking kit in our recommendations, but the accordion panels help to keep the Level 2 armour in exactly the right place. The RSTs have also been tested by Motocap , where they received impressive results. Halvarssons' commitment to quality and attention to detail is evident in the Rogen jeans. With their impressive safety rating, comfortable fit, and thoughtful design elements, these jeans are a testament to the brand's dedication to providing riders with exceptional gear. Don’t confuse a comfort liner with an abrasion-resistant liner – these are typically a light mesh that helps keep the jeans a little cooler in summer and warmer in winter, but can also reduce the chances of a potentially painful ‘skin-sheer’ injury. This wouldn’t tend to be debilitating, but internal delamination of the flesh can take up to three weeks to heal, and it can – in some cases – lead to complications.