What is the warmest leather jacket?

[Ardy]

Add my vote for Fox Creek. Heavy, quality leather, fair price and made in the USA. I looked at the FXRG to many times to count at the dealership but just couldn't pull the trigger. Even had the money in my pocket one day determined to buy one but I just couldn't do it. Found Fox Creek and will never look back. It's the best coat I've ever owned and customer service is exceptional. Did I mention it's made in the United States of America?

Take a look and give them a call. You won't be disappointed.

[sportygordy]

my varsity #3 Letterman jacket does pretty good  and it's leather too 

[JapanDrifter]

my varsity #3 Letterman jacket does pretty good  and it's leather too 

This is on track with what I was going to write.  My big gripe with motorcycle jackets is the sleeves.  That zipper technology may be nostalgic for some, but it just doesn't zip tight enough to keep the wind from going up the arms.  So, I choose to wear my N-3B style nylon parka that I bought for Â¥2,100 ($25) at a second-hand store, while my $460 Fox Creek Bomber stays in the closet.  You need ribbed cuffs to keep the wind out.  A letterman coat will do the trick, as well as most flight-type jackets.  While they don't provide the protection of leather, they keep you warm where traditional motorcycle leathers fall short.

[Tsani]

Well I don't need cuffs on the jacket, the zipper closure works fine because if I am wearing the leather, then I am wearing a glove with a cuff that goes over the jacket sleeve. Been doing that for over 40 years and have gotten no wind up the sleeves.  Go figure.

[Paniolo]

my varsity #3 Letterman jacket does pretty good  and it's leather too 

This is on track with what I was going to write.  My big gripe with motorcycle jackets is the sleeves.  That zipper technology may be nostalgic for some, but it just doesn't zip tight enough to keep the wind from going up the arms.  So, I choose to wear my N-3B style nylon parka that I bought for Â¥2,100 ($25) at a second-hand store, while my $460 Fox Creek Bomber stays in the closet.  You need ribbed cuffs to keep the wind out.  A letterman coat will do the trick, as well as most flight-type jackets.  While they don't provide the protection of leather, they keep you warm where traditional motorcycle leathers fall short.

JapanDrifter,

I don't want to come off as "all that", but this is where tailor made clothing from places like Bates and Langlitz comes into play. Not everybody has an "off the rack" body. Those who do are lucky, but the rest of the world has to "make do" with the off the rack fit. And most people can accept the trade off of having the body fit correct but the sleeves are too long or the cuffs and collar are too loose, or something like that. But why should a rider have to? When you get clothing tailor made, they measure EVERYTHING. My two Bates jackets have the cuffs measured to my wrist size and the sleeves measured to my arm length with the bend right where my elbow is. The shoulders are articulated in the right spot. When I was being fitted for my first jacket back in 1991 they measured me sitting on my Ultra in a riding position. This ensured that the sleeves would not draw back when I reach for the grips, that the back would not ride up my spine, or that the collar would not balloon from the wind. Anne, the seamstress (she has since retired) told me that the jacket was for riding. She said it was not tailored to wear while standing around in a bar or parking lot (posing) and that if I did that for long period of time it would get uncomfortable. Since I got that jacket I have had 5 bikes, but the same jacket. My second Bates jacket was cut a bit looser for a reason. They measured me wearing my heated gear so that when I start layering up I don't get restricted movement in my arms, shoulders and neck.

Are custom tailormade leathers expensive, HELL YES. But I believe I have recouped the cost over the years. Think of leathers not so much as a fashion statement, but as a long term investment to carry you through your motorcycling years. I have seen too many posts from riders who just bought a jacket they love except the_________ is too large or small. Why not save up and spend the extra money (as if ANY of us have EXTRA money these days) and truely get something that will serve you the rest of your life......unless you put on too much weight LOL!!!!

[boooby1744]

What was that old saying,the second half says" Leather is not for the weather".............

[Ridetard]

Bought my leather 10 years ago.  Took years to get it the way it should be. A bit worn and a bit faded.  I dont know who made it and can tell ya. didnt spend over $200.00 for it.   Weighs 10 pounds, all the padding in the world and a removable liner.  If it's not warm enough, a good hooded sweat shirt takes care of that.  It's been stuffed into my saddle bags, gotten wet, muddy and maybe sprayed with oil from time to time.  Have used it as a pillow and a seat cushion and with the right bungie cord it turns into a great little backrest on my bagger.  The best [part is I will never part with it.

LOL. Whats happeneing here,  Whatever happened to the humerous debate Biker vs. Rub?   Seems something rubbed off all right.
GPS, Anti-lock, Computer controlled this and that, trailers and now $800.00 leather jackets.??
More $$$$ does not mean better!

Wheres my Geritol.   

[Paniolo]

It's been stuffed into my saddle bags, gotten wet, muddy and maybe sprayed with oil from time to time.  Have used it as a pillow and a seat cushion and with the right bungie cord it turns into a great little backrest on my bagger.  The best part is I will never part with it.

I LOVE IT!!! That's EXACTLY how I feel about mine.

[greybeard_541]

I have a Walter Dyer CHP clone- WONDERFUL! Zip out liner- HEAVY jacket! Managed to score it used (but I couldn't even tell it had been worn) for $100. I was pretty happy!