Looking for a new motorcycle jacket?
A major part of any biker’s gear is the motorcycle jacket. For women riders, it can be hard to find a jacket that keeps you safe, suits your shape and reflects your personal style. No-one knows this more than we do, as we have a lot of women riders and female staff here at Two Wheel Centre! We asked our Parts and Accessories guys and girls, and used our collective experience, to help us come up with a list of the top 5 ladies motorcycle jackets.
1. The RST Brooklyn Vented textile jacket
The Brooklyn Vented is the summer version of RST’S Brooklyn jacket, with extensive mesh panels added to keep you cool. It’s available in 3 colours and is well tailored to the female figure, with an adjustable waist to help you find the perfect fit.
As well as being flattering, the Brooklyn is also versatile to get you through all weathers, with waterproof and thermal linings which you can remove and replace as needed. It’s a durable jacket all round, with triple stitched nylon seams to resist tearing and bursting. This jacket will see you through many a season!
Finally, and most importantly, the Brooklyn vented includes CE approved armour throughout, and a flexible Aktiv contour back protector. The Brooklyn’s no wallflower when it comes to protection. You can’t go wrong with this jacket, and we think it’s one of the best summer jackets out there.
2. The Merlin Bromley wax cotton jacket
The Bromley adds a touch of country girl style to the ladies motorcycle jacket. This jacket is just as at home taking the dog for a long Sunday walk in the open fields, as it is on the bike. The outer is a wax cotton fabric, manufactured by Halley Stevensons of Scotland, who usually supply luxury designer brands such as Barbour and Belstaff. It’s protective against all weathers, with a Reissa waterproof and breathable liner.
Despite this not looking like your typical motorcycle jacket, the Bromley is primarily built for the female biker. It has CE approved armour to the shoulder and elbow and adjustable fastenings to keep you riding comfortably, along with a generous number of pockets to keep your valuables safe. This is a luxurious and versatile ladies motorcycle jacket, for on and off the bike, and the price is remarkably low considering the quality fabrics used. The Bromley could easily become your new wardrobe staple, whatever you get up to outdoors.
3. The Buffalo Tess textile jacket
The Buffalo Tess ladies motorcycle jacket is a great option for women riders on a budget. This jacket offers really great value, with all the features you need in a good bike jacket. The waterproof outer and removable quilted inner lining will keep you warm and dry in all weathers; and the Tess offers extra comfort with a soft lined inner collar.
As well as weather protection, the Tess jacket is designed for a comfortable and flattering fit. It includes elasticated side panels and zipped cuffs to create the right fit for you, which enhances the slim, sleek and feminine design. There are a choice of colours available and high visibility detailing, so you’ll stand out both night and day for all the right reasons!
Like any good motorcycle jacket, the Tess offers built-in CE approved armour to the shoulders and elbows. There is also the option to fit a back protector, for extra impact protection. This jacket is truly a bargain and well worth a second glance.
4. The Oxford Dakota textile jacket
The Oxford Dakota jacket is a newcomer to the bike jacket scene, but Oxford have been in the motorcycle market since 1973 and they know their stuff! This jacket focuses mainly on protection, with CE armour fitted in the shoulders and elbows of the jacket. To make the elbow armour more effective, the Dakota includes external elbow protector pockets to keep the elbow armour extra secure and increase rider comfort.
This jacket was designed to not just meet, but exceed CE standards, with reinforcement coming from hidden garment layers throughout the jacket. The whole structure of the Dakota is secured with safety stitching. This jacket is tough, despite its sleek and lightweight appearance. For even more protection, a CE back protector can be fitted instead of the non-CE back padding which is included with the jacket.
As well as protection, this jacket will keep you cool and dry, with 3 adjustable air vents and removable waterproof and thermal liners. There are also reflective details all around the jacket, for excellent night-time visibility. With all of these features, the Dakota comes at an excellent price, too!
5.The RST Ladies Blade leather jacket
Last but not least…leather! For all you women riders who want the same protection as the men’s sports ranges, you’re in luck. The RST Blade jacket can be zipped onto the Blade trousers for a full racing-style suit, so you can get fully kitted out. The jacket has a full grain cowhide outer for excellent abrasion resistance, whilst also feeling soft and comfortable. The triple stitched nylon seams and four-way stretch panels give great burst resistance and extra flexibility, so this jacket can be as resilient as you are.
This jacket comes in a wide range of sizes, from 8 to 18, and five colours – you’ll be spoilt for choice! This jacket, despite being leather, won’t get you overheated in summer. RST have included wide perforated panels to the chest and arms to keep you cool as a cucumber. The Blade has got you more than covered in terms of protection, too, with CE approved armour throughout, including a CE level 1 approved back protector. The thoughtful addition of comfortable Neoprene race cuffs and a removable thermal liner make this a great all-round leather jacket; for touring, streets or sports use.
Seen something you like? Got any jackets to add to this list?
If this list has made you think about buying a new bike jacket, don’t hesitate to contact us, and one of our friendly staff will help you find your perfect jacket. We stock all of the jackets in this top 5 list, so please ask us if you can’t find what you’re looking for on our website.
If you think we’ve missed any really great ladies jackets off this list; or if you own one of these jackets and want to tell us what you think, either email us, or drop us a comment below.
