The Best Cruiser-Style Motorcycle Jackets for 2023

• Fit: tour fit, regular

• Adjustability: adjustment straps

• Ventilation: ventilation panels

• Features: double jeans loop

• Pockets: slit pockets, inner pocket

• Knox Flexiform CE protection at shoulders and elbows

• Back Protector (sold separately)

• 600D outer shell made from mesh and polyester

• 600D protection panels

• 100% DuPont™ Kevlar® twill shoulder, elbow and back panels

• CE approved shoulders and elbow armor

• Pocket for optional back protector (sold separately)

• Zippered cuffs

• 2 outer pockets and 1 internal pocket

• YKK zippers throughout

• Neoprene comfort rolled collar

• Hook & loop closure at waist adjustment points

• Mesh is reinforced with 600D textile panels

• DuPont™ Kevlar® inside the shell at the shoulders, elbows and back provides incognito abrasion resistance where it’s truly needed

• CE rated rated elbow and shoulder armor. Back protector pocket

• Reflective stripes on the back

• Size MD AXIAL AX1 and AX2 back protectors fit all sizes Blaze 2 Jackets

• Combined 120z denim vest and heavy cotton hoodie

• Zippered front with full YKK zippers

• Two chest and two lower pockets

• Back panel for adding patches

• CE level 2 elbow and shoulder armor

• Pocket for optional AXIAL back protector (sold separately)

• Black reflective accents on shoulders

• Generous American cut

• Single snap mandarin collar

• Padded shoulder detail

• Two vented chest pockets

• Two lower zip pockets

• Zipper vent on each sleeve

• Padded elbow and kidney area

• Zippered cuff

• Two inner pockets

• Grommets under each arm

• Snap side tab adjustment

• Full sleeve zip out liner

• Pockets for optional armor (sold separately)

• Leather chassis lends itself to the best abrasion resistance you can get and increased durability for everyday use

• Padded shoulders, elbows, and kidneys

• CE rated armor is not included—so you’ll need to upgrade if you want exceptional impact protection

• Mandarin style collar is comfortable for all-day wear and keeps you focused on the road ahead

• Removable full sleeve liner included to keep you warm in cooler weather and allow some versatility when the temps increase

• Outer Shell: Cordura stretch denim 3L

• Waterproofing: Laminated hydratex 3L pro membrane (10000 mm H2O)

• Breathability: Hydratex 3L pro (7000 g/m2/24hrs)

• Insulation: Detachable thermal vest liner

• Composition: Outer shell: 46% cotton, 24% polyester, 19% Polyamide, 11% modal

• Protective layer: 100% polyamide elbows

• Seesmart CE-level 1 protection at shoulders and elbows, double layers of PWR|shield at elbow

• Back protector (sold separately): Seesoft Back Protector -Type RV

• Type RV / Size 04 fits SM-MD

• Type RV / Size 05 fits LG-2XL

• Visibility: Laminated reflection at top of back

• Fit: City fit, regular

• Features: Drain holes in pockets,PWR|shell stretch at cuffs and hem

• Pockets: Stash pockets, document pocket, inner pocket

• Removable thermal vest liner doubles as a freestanding destination layer

• Outer shell made of Cordura stretch denim 3L, keeping the appearance casual while maintaining superior abrasion resistance

• Waterproof hydratex liner is laminated to the shell, protecting you from inclement weather during cooler months

• Major impact zones reinforced with two layers of abrasion resistance for extra protection in a get-off

• Seesmart CE Level 1 armor is included in the shoulders and elbows—but only a pocket for a back protector is provided, so the armor will need to be purchased separately or stolen from your current jacket

• Belt loop connector and a connection zipper let you attach this jacket to a multitude of pants

• Reflective panels on the back of the jacket help your odds of being seen at night while other road users are around

• Aniline matte leather finish

• Removable 100g thermal vest liner featuring Marton Mills tartan panels

• CE Level 1 shoulder and elbow armor

• Back foam pad

• Pocket for optional back protector (sold separately)

• Mesh drop liner for improved breathability and comfort

• YKK zippers used throughout

• Ventilation points

• Multiple pockets

• Waist adjustment

• Short YKK jacket-trouser connecting zipper

The Merlin Alton jacket oozes cafe cool and features an abrasion resistant leather chassis with a soft matte finish.

• CE Level 1 armor included in shoulders and elbows—although a foam back pad is all you’ll get in the back protector pocket, so a separate purchase is necessary

• Thermal vest liner keeps your core warm and can be removed as the outside temps rise

• Mesh liner improves breathability when rolling, keeping you focused on the road ahead

• Waist adjustment allows for a more tailored fit, while the pants-to-jacket connection zipper improves the safety factor by keeping the jacket in its place during a get-off

• ICON® Relaxed Fit

• Hycor Membrane Waterproof/Breathable Chassis

• Jacket Tested and Certified According to FprEN 17092-4:2018 Class A

• D30® LP1 Removable Shoulder, Elbow, and Back Impact Protectors – EN 1621-2:2014 / EN 1621-1:2012, Level 1, T-, T+

• Full Length Removable Liner, YKK® Matte Finish Waterproof Zippers, Front and Back Zipper Vents, Jacket/Pant Interlock System

The Stormhawk jacket is weatherproof with the essential breathable waterproof membrane riders demand, keeping the jacket lightweight and reducing fatigue.

• Internal abrasion resistance from unique 600 Denier polyester

• Comes standard with the newest in armor advancements, D3O CE-Certified LP1 impact protectors, in the shoulders and elbows—more breathable and flexible than previous generations of impact protectors, improving the jacket’s overall comfort without sacrificing protection

• A D3O CE Level 1 Viper back protector is also included, rounding out the full impact suite

For warmth in chilly conditions during Spring and Fall, a full-length insulated liner is also included. For warmer conditions, large exterior front & back vents, sealed with YKK® Aquagard™ zippers, provide significant airflow.

The Stormhawk jacket can be worn alone or can be zipped directly to the Icon Stormhawk pants, assisting further with abrasion resistance and creating a slick touring suit.

• Soft distressed leather

• Sas-Tec Level 2 armor at elbows and shoulders

• Pocket at back for optional Sas-Tec back protector (sold separately)

• Perforated panels underarms and sides of torso

• Two zippered rear vents

• Leather overlays at elbows

• 4 external pockets

• Rib stretch panels as side hems

• Rear waist adjustment tabs

• Zipper closures at wrists

• Antique Brass YKK zippers throughout

• Padded comfort collar

• Two internal mesh pockets

• Removable EverHeat jacket liner with Kwikwick panels

• 8” jacket to pant zipper and rear belt loop attachment tab

Scorpion’s nod to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the legends that were born there on two wheels, the 1909 Jacket seamlessly combines nostalgia with modern technology.

• Chassis made from soft distressed leather, which lends itself to the abrasion resistance you deserve on the street

• Fantastic impact protection in the form of CE Level 2 SAS-Tec armor comes standard in the elbows and shoulders

• A back protector pocket is included, but the armor itself will need to be purchased separately

• Adjustability in the waist—as well as ribbed side panels—allows for a custom fit and will keep you comfortable and focused on the road ahead

• Full removable insulated liner also included that will keep you warm in the colder temps

• Perforated panels under the arms and zippered vents help keep you cool in the warmer temps

• Jacket-to-pants connection zipper will keep the jacket in place during a slide, adding to the already high-level of abrasion resistance

• UK-sourced 10oz waxed cotton construction

• Bonded waterproof membrane with sealed seams

• Abrasion resistant Cordura panels at shoulders and elbows

• Zip-in quilted thermal liner

• Corduroy-lined collar with buckle closure

• Corduroy-lined adjustable cuffs and inner waist

• Two patch pockets at chest

• Two zippered handwarmer pockets

• Vented underarms

• Quilted reinforcements on shoulders and elbows

• Buckle waist adjustment with cover to protect paint

• Rubberized bottom snap

• Removable D30 T5 EVO X armor at the shoulders and elbows

• Logo patch on left sleeve

• CE rated class A riding garment

Cleverly crafted from 10 ounce waxed cotton for a retro look, the Brooklands 2.0 Jacket unites the vintage racer style with modern technology. The shell is a classic silhouette, but secretly hides a seam-sealed, waterproof internal membrane underneath, which guarantees dryness in even the harshest conditions.

• High-tenacity Cordura panels for fantastic abrasion protection in major impact zones

• Diamond-stitched exterior panels are located above the internal D3O T5 EVO X armor in both the shoulders and elbows

• A pocket is included for a back protector, but that will need to be purchased separately

For cooler temperatures, the Belstaff Brooklands 2.0 jacket includes a detachable heavy (150 gram) thermal liner. Cozy corduroy detailing at the inner cuffs, collar and waist help to keep your core temperature up as comfortably as possible, and these fine finishes don’t hurt the look or high-end feel, either.

Also included are adjustable neck and cuff openings, as well as vented underarms—all with durable and upscale brass hardware. Race-inspired tailoring has the Brooklands 2.0 Jacket fall higher on the hip, keeping the jacket in place when seated on a long ride or on a spin to the local coffee shop.

• Outer Shell: 100% waxed polycotton blend

• Sleeves: Buffalo Brisk leather

• Insulation: Detachable thermal liner, doubles as an insulated destination liner

• Collar: Wind tab close to block cold air intrusion, which is fully removable

• Seesmart CE protection at shoulders and elbows

• Back protector (sold separately): Seesoft Back Protector -Type RV / Size 04 fits SM / Size 05 fits MD-2XL / Size 06 fits 3XL

• Fit: City fit, regular

• Adjustability: Snap adjustment at waist

• Features: Comfort panels, zippered V-flap closure at cuff

• Pockets: Waist pockets, inner pockets, chest pockets

• Constructed of Cordura denim on the torso and Buffalo Brisk leather on the sleeves to create a badass look that doesn’t sacrifice protection

• Both materials are extremely abrasion resistant and durable and will hold up to everyday wear or a slide on the asphalt

• Removable thermal liner holds in the heat when you need it, and can be left at home when the temps are high.

• Liner can be used as a standalone layer once you reach your destination—two jackets in one.

• Special wind tab keeps the collar in place at high speeds, which helps you stay comfortable on cold rides while focusing on the road ahead

• CE Level 1 rated armor is included in the shoulders and elbows, offering fantastic impact protection

• CE rated back protector must be purchased separately or borrowed from another jacket to complete the protection suite