Why should we wear a Riding Jacket

A jacket is as important as a helmet because it protects the other vital parts of your body — shoulder, elbow, back and chest. Wearing a regular jacket or an overcoat will protect you but only from the sun, not from a fall on your bike. Riding jackets come with shoulder, elbow and back protectors and are made of specialised material that protects your skin from abrasion in case of an impact. They are relatively thicker than your average jacket and come in — full textile, mesh and leather. A riding jacket will ALWAYS have protectors so if anyone is selling you a ‘fancy’ riding jacket without protectors, do not buy it. And yes, riding jackets look really good and like helmets come in various colours. Riding jackets are expensive starting from Rs 5000 going up to Rs 50,000. If you’re a serious motorcyclist or really value your safety while, then I would suggest you invest in a good riding jacket.