Key Specs

• Price: $209.99

• Sizing: SM to 3XL

• Safety: CE Level 2

Ideal For

• Riders that want an extra overpants layer that also flows a lot of air to keep their legs cool

• All styles of riding

Highlights

• Excellent ventilation throughout, with many areas of the inner thigh, groin, and ankle made of polyamide mesh

• 600D ripstop and 980D ballistic anti-penetration fabric on areas that are most likely to be slid on or hit the ground first

• Waterproof removable liner, with a moisture wicking mesh liner to help keep you cool

• SAS-TEC CE Level 2 knee armor included, with pockets for SAS-TEC CE level 1 or 2 armor at the hips

Downsides

• Regular fit, so those that are looking for a relaxed fit will need to look elsewhere

• No included hip armor

Key Specs

• Price: $149.99

• Sizing: 28x31 to 42x33

• Safety: CE Level 1

Ideal For

• Riders wanting a low profile, that want motorcycle pants that look just like regular jeans

• All styles of riding

Highlights

• 12 oz denim construction with aramid protection in the seat, hips, and knees.

• Removable and adjustable CE Level 1 knee armor included

• 5 pocket design make these look, function, and even feel like a normal pair of day-to-day jeans

Downsides

• Regular fit only, no boot cut or relaxed fit

• Only two color options, black or blue

• No pockets for hip armor

Key Specs

• Price: $129.95

• Sizing: 30x32 to 42x32

• Safety: CE Level 1

Ideal For

• Riders that want a pair of riding jeans that look normal but have very strong abrasion and heat resistance

• All styles of riding

Highlights

• Cordura 373 GSM 14 oz denim for very high levels of abrasion resistance

• 250 GSM DuPont Kevlar reinforcement from the knees to the waist

• Pockets for SAS-TEC CE Level 1 or 2 knee and hip armor

Downsides

• Does not come with any armor

• Very limited sizing options, almost all with 30 or 32 inseam

• Only two colors, black and blue

Key Specs

• Price: $319.95

• Sizing: 30x30 to 42x32 (EU 44 to 60 short, 56 tall)

• Safety: CE Level 1

Ideal For

• Riders that are looking for summer textile pants that have very adjustable ventilation for the perfect amount of cooling

• All styles of riding, however Dainese suggests these pants are more sport and sport touring oriented

Highlights

• 750D Cordura construction for abrasion resistance, backed with Suretta fabric for resilience during a slide

• CE Level 1 knee armor included, with impact foam pads on the hips

• Adjustable vents on the thighs to ensure optimal cooling

Downsides

• Slim/athletic fit only

• No pockets at hips to add TPU armor

• With thicker ADV or sport boots, might be a challenge to fit the pants over the boots

Key Specs

• Price: $249.99 to $269.99

• Sizing: EU 30 to 42 short, 32 to 38 tall

• Safety: CE Level 2 AA

Ideal For

• Riders looking for best of the best ADV and adventure touring pants, especially for expeditions that will take multiple days

• ADV and adventure touring styles of riding, although the pants can be used for any style of riding if needed

Highlights

• Uncompromising construction designed for off-road use, with 630D Cordura main body, 840D Cordura knee and seat panels, with a water-resistant treatment applied to all areas

• Leather inner knee-to-ankle area that is heat resistant and provides extra penetration and abrasion resistance to the lower legs

• Excellent ventilation with multiple vents adjusted with YKK zippers

• Multiple inner pockets for armor, with CE Level 1 external layer knee armor included

Downsides

• Only the knees come with armor, and at that, it's not adjustable

• Most sizes are for those with EU short (US 30 inseam) legs, very few options for taller riders

Key Specs

• Price: $399.99

• Sizing: EU XS to 3XL short, XS to 4XL, XS to 2XL tall

• Safety: CE Level 2 AA

Ideal For

• ADV riders that want a versatile pair of four-season capable pants, with adjustable ventilation and full waterproofing

• ADV and adventure touring styles of riding

Highlights

• Multi-layer, multi-material construction, with the outer layer being premium 1000D rip-stop polyester, Hydratex waterproofing behind that, combination polyester/polyamide internal mesh liner, with removable thermal liner

• High quality armor included, with SeeFlex CE Level 2 knee and upper shin armor and SeeSmart CE Level 1 type B hip armor

• Highly adjustable with multiple zips, velcro, snap tabs and straps for the perfect fit

Downsides

• Vents are difficult to adjust while astride your bike

• Vents are not in the direct line of airflow, pants can get quite warm in the hotter months

Key Specs

• Price: $299.99

• Sizing: SM to 5XL

• Safety: CE Level 2 AA

Our Review

See the complete Knox Urbane Pro review

Ideal For

• Riders looking for a great pair of urban riding pants that aren't jeans or overpants

• All styles of riding, although Knox suggest these pants are good for standard and neo-retro styles of riding

Highlights

• Extremely abrasion resistant with a mix of nylon and spandex for stretch and fit and arrownet lining for abrasion and heat resistance. They may look and feel thinner than Cordura, but have gained CE Level 2 AA rating, meaning they could be used for track day riding

• Knee and hip armor included, of Knox's own MicroLock CE Level 2 flexible armor

• Six pockets to carry everything you might need

Downsides

• Ventilation is underwhelming

• Only color option is black

Key Specs

• Price: $469.99

• Sizing: EU 54 to 56 short, 46 to 58, 46 to 54 tall

• Safety: CE Level 2 AA

Ideal For

• Riders looking for the best of the best in terms of warm weather leg protection that are also looking for value for their money, even in the high-end market

• All styles of riding

Highlights

• Multi-material construction including 1mm cowhide leather and 500D polyamide fabric, with Dynax mesh joins and Lorica fabric for airflow

• Waterproof removable liner included rated at 3L, meaning you could wade into a river and have your legs remain dry

• High quality armor included with SeeFlex CE Level 2 knee armor and SeeSmart CE Level 1 hip armor

Downsides

• Very expensive for only partial leather coverage

• Fits longer than stated sizing

• Not designed to be worn tucked into boots

• Nearing end of life, expected to be replaced by Ignition 4 pants in the summer of 2023

  
  

Key Specs

• Price: $499.95

• Sizing: EU 44 to 64 (US 28x32 to 46x32)

• Safety: Pants: CE Cat 2 AAA; Armor: CE Level 2

Ideal For

• Riders wanting powersports-grade leg protection for regular riding and track dayts without needing to buy a full race suit

• Sport and sport touring styles of riding

Highlights

• Full 1.2mm tutu cowhide leather construction with heavy perforation on the thighs for ventilation

• Composite knee and hip armor included that are certified CE Level 2

• Removable/replaceable knee pucks included so you can get your knee down while cornering without worry

• CE Category 2 AAA race-grade certification means that these pants can be easily used for track days

Downsides

• Very tight slim/athletic fit

• No covers for knee pucks for street riding

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  Despite being perforated, can get quite warm during "enthusiastic" riding