Top lightweight motorcycle textiles

Lightweight motorcycle textile clothing can be a versatile option for new riders and seasoned veterans alike. With plenty to choose from, you could opt for the do-it-all textile jacket or trousers, or perhaps something which is suitable simply for those warmer days.

Not only can you wear a lightweight piece of clothing while out and about on your bike, but you can also have the best of both worlds, with safety at the forefront of manufacturers’ minds.

The best part about lightweight motorcycle clothing is you can go near-enough full perforated for maximum ventilation and pop in a thermal lining when things get a bit chilly – without having to lug two jackets or trousers about with you.

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With every rider in mind, we’ve hand-picked our choice of lightweight motorcycle textiles to suit every need and budget.

Features include:

CE knee armour and hip padding included

Velcro straps over ankle zips

YKK zips – on ankle and attachment zip to allow to connect to Texpeed jackets

Two cargo side pockets and two zipped top pockets

Breathable Reissa waterproof and removeable lining

3m reflective piping running along the top

Features include:

CE-approved D3O knee protection and CE-approved EVA Foam hip protection

CE rating A

Soft mesh interior

Zip to attach jacket

Reflective detailing

Full mesh ventilation panels

Hook and loop waist adjustment

Features include:

Quick-dry, Duratex fabric

TRIXIOR D-TEC engineered fabric in impact areas

Removable, composite protection on knees – CE-certified to Level-2

Knee protection can be adjusted

Two outer pockets

Adjustable waist

Zip and adjustable Velcro on the legs

Features include:

CE rated A

CE Level-1 Alpinestars Nucleon Flex Plus knee armour

Pockets for optional hip protectors

Thigh ventilation flaps

Twin waist hand pockets

Reflective detailing

Hook and loop waist and ankle hem adjustment straps

YKK zips used

Features include:

Removable 120g thermal quilted lining

Adjustable waist with hook-and-loop belt fastening

Stretch panels at the knees for added movement

Reflective detailing

Zip attachment to opt for connecting to Weise jackets or braces

Features include:

CE Level-1 elbow and shoulder armour

Waterproof drop liner with Rainseal technology

Pocket for optional back protector (sold separately)

Amara on the cuffs for added comfort

Multi-adjustable collar with neoprene edging

Airflow vents on front and back

Two large box pockets at the front with hand-warmer pockets

Rear box pocket

Features include:

CE A-rated

Waterproof Drystar breathable membrane

Abrasion-resistant polyfabric textile construction and reinforcement

Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 airbag system compatible (sold separately)

Removable long-sleeve thermal lining

Removable elbow and shoulder protectors included

Front waterproof cargo pockets

Large internal pocket on lower back

Waterproof interior ‘wallet’ pocket

Hook and loop waist adjustment

3D mesh internal lining

Features include:

600D Cordura fabric with abrasion-resistant ripstop fabric at the impact zones

Detachable waterproof 8mm Aquashell LTD membrane

Polyester mesh lining

Detachable thermal lining with 3D mesh back panel

CE-certified D3O shoulders, elbows and back protection

Optional chest protection (sold separately)

3M reflective details

Back storage pocket

Short connection zipper

Features include:

CE Level-2 shoulder, elbow and back protectors

External Nylon PU coated shoulder armour

Adjustable waist and sleeves

Two inner pockets

Stretch panels for added flexibility

Large front zip pocket and Velcro fastening

Features include:

Seesoft CE-approved Level-1 protection at shoulders and elbows (included)

Made from 600D polyester

PWR mesh front, back and arm airflow panels

Abrasion-resistant ripstop chest flex reinforcement panels

Two internal and two external pockets

Hook and loop waist and cuff fastenings

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