The size guide to help you find the perfect fitting motorcycle pant
Finding the right size motorcycle pants is very important for both comfortable and safe riding on the motorcycle. By comfortable we mean that the motorcycle pants should not be too big, so that they will flutter in the wind. It is also important that the motorcycle pants are not too small so that you will experience hindrance while driving. Of course we want to be able to remain alert when participating in traffic. By safety we mean that the protection only has value if it is in place during an accident. For this reason, it is important that the knee and possibly hip portector are properly in place, especially in the sitting position that you assume on the motorcycle. In general, there are 2 types of motorcycle pants, by which we mean motorcycle pants made of textile and motorcycle pants made of leather. Below we explain what you should pay attention to with regard to the size.
The right fit for textile motorcycle pants
When selecting textile motorcycle pants, it is very important that you know in advance how you are going to use the motorcycle, we mainly mean in what type of weather. If you also ride your motorcycle in the winter, it is preferable that another layer of clothing fits under your motorcycle pants, even when all the linings are in the pants. Textile motorcycle pants do not stretch, so they must immediately feel comfortable when trying them on. Make sure that the protection is on the correct joints and that they also remain in place in a seated position.
The right fit for leather motorcycle pants
While textile motorcycle pants may be comfortable right away, leather motorcycle pants should feel a little too tight in the beginning. We only wear a layer of thermal clothing under leather motorcycle pants. Leather has the property of stretching and conforming to the body. Keep in mind that leather pants can stretch up to half a size in the time you wear them. Of course there is a difference between sporty motorcycle pants and more casual motorcycle pants. Sports or racing motorcycle pants must fit very closely everywhere, where casual or tour motorcycle pants can be a little more comfortable from the start.
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