Motorcycle Riding Jeans

Riding jeans give you abrasion protection without the race-suit look. Modern pairs weave aramid or UHMWPE fibres like Covec and Kevlar into denim that passes CE abrasion tests, so you can ride to work, walk into the office and never look like you just stepped off a track day.

Single Layer or Lined?

Single layer jeans weave the protective fibre directly into the denim, so they wear lighter and cooler, which matters in a Canadian July. Lined jeans add a separate aramid layer inside regular denim for a heavier but often cheaper build. Either way, look for a CE marking: AA rated jeans handle highway slides, while A rated pairs suit city speeds.

Armour and Fit

Most riding jeans ship with CE level 1 or 2 knee armour and hip pockets, and brands like Bull-It, Scorpion, Dainese and Joe Rocket sell in standard waist and length sizing with slim, straight and relaxed cuts. Check whether armour is included or sold separately, and size for a seated riding position, since knee armour that sits right when standing usually rides low on the bike.

Frequently asked questions

Are motorcycle riding jeans as safe as leather? AA rated riding jeans handle highway abrasion well and most riders will never out-ride them. Leather still leads for sustained track speeds.

Single layer or lined riding jeans? Single layer weaves the fibre into the denim so it wears cooler in summer. Lined adds a separate aramid layer inside regular denim, usually heavier and often cheaper. Most pairs include CE knee armour, so check each listing.

Do you offer free shipping in Canada? Yes, on orders over $279.99.

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