Today’s range of 100% motorcycle ready jeans offer a wide variety in fits and washes, for both male and female riders. Here’s our guide to help you pick the right model, color and size.
In the past, motorcycle jeans were mostly made of regular denim fabrics with some Kevlar® reinforcements at impact areas, offering little “real” protection.
Today, motorcycle denims are as technical and protective as high-end textile riding trousers, incorporating technologies that come straight from our in-house lab, such as PWR|shield, SEESMART™ CE-level 1 knee (standard) and hip (optional) armor, COOLMAX® treatment for optimum moisture management and triple needle stitching.
And when it comes to comfort and wearability, there’s nothing like it, so the only thing you need to look at is the wash and the fit.
To make it easy, we've put together a guide on how to find yourself the perfect motorcycle jeans.
First, you need to figure out what your body shape is, so you can determine which fit will look the best and feel the best you. If you have an athletic build or if you're full-figured, we suggest a regular fit (a straight cut is good for everybody and every body!) or a tapered fit (looser at the upper legs then gradually tapers as they reach ankle).
If you’re looking for extra comfort, jeans with a loose fit (wider all around) are great as they're not baggy but sport a loose waist and straight legs. If you have a slimmer figure, you want to avoid looking like you're wearing your dad’s trousers! So, your best option would be jeans with either a regular fit or a slim fit.
Slim fit jeans have the least amount of fabric in the rear panels, and the openings at the ankle are narrower than in regular fit jeans. They are designed to create a look that ensures your legs have definition, without feeling too clingy.
Tapered jeans feel comfortable in the waist and thigh area, while from the knee down the model tapers, becoming narrower as they reach the ankle. They offer a more fashionable, contemporary look without the discomfort of being too tight.
The jeans most of us wear is considered to be “regular.” They’re made to fit like the iconic Levi’s 501 blue jeans. This timeless pattern rests lightly against your upper legs without feeling too tight. From the upper legs down, these jeans sport a straight cut.
These jeans don't hug in any one specific area, and feel slightly wider all around, like a pair of classic Lees or Wranglers. Don’t mistake them for baggy jeans, as their fit is mainly offered to add maximum comfort to your ride. Thanks to the combination of a loose waist and a straight leg, these jeans are easy to wear both on and off the bike.
Now you know all about the differences in fitting shape, it's time to pick the perfect pair of motorcycle jeans. As almost every model has been constructed in the same way, following our Tailored Technology design method, you don’t have to worry about whether a particular model is better in terms of safety than the other.
After choosing your preferred model, it’s time to choose the right size. First, you’ve got to determine your waist size. That’s the most important thing. Don’t worry, we have our own sizing guide just like regular fashion denims to help you select the correct one.
After that, you should check the correct leg length. The standard leg length is a 34-inch inseam for men and a 32-inch inseam for ladies.
In all men’s models, there is a 32-inch inseam option, and if you’re taller than average, we’ve got motorcycle jeans with a 36-inch inseam. All ladies’ models are available in a standard leg length with a 32-inch inseam. Sizes are clearly indicated on the size labels at the edge of the waist. A label indicating W34/L32 means it is a size 34-inch waist and 32-inch leg length, also known as a size thirty-four ‘short.’
One of the coolest accessories that seriously enhance the level of safety is our ‘smart’ Safeway 2 belt. All our denims have reinforced belt loops, of which there are 2 closely positioned at the back, enabling you to fixate the belt and fasten your jeans to the 20 cm YKK connection zipper, which you’ll find in almost every REV’IT! jacket.
Both buffalo leather Safeway belts are available in black and brown and the difference is in the width. The Safeway 2 is 4cm wide, whereas the Safeway 30 is 3cm wide, and favored by most female riders for its more elegant look. They’re both available in various lengths, but you can easily shorten them if necessary.
Regardless of your body shape, we have a pair of motorcycle jeans that will work. We include style and safety as standard features, so you know you’re going to look good and be protected. It’s just what we do!
We’re adding a few great jeans to an already extensive collection of motorcycle gear. Our range consists of entry-level basics for occasional riders to high-tech offerings for heavy users.
REV'IT! products are available through a global network of motorcycle apparel specialist dealers. Use our locator to find the closest dealer to you, no matter where you find yourself in the world.
We get a lot of questions about how to maintain your favorite piece of motorcycle gear. Whether your item is made of leather or textile or has GORE-TEX® technology, follow our wash and care instructions to keep them in top shape.
