You need the right fit to ensure you get the best experience from your jacket. It is even more important for bikers and motorcycle jackets as you will be riding, and discomfort can be dangerous.Â
Understand how should a leather biker jacket fit. This guide will help you pick the right-fitting jacket, whether you are buying it online or in-store.Â
How Should A Leather Biker Jacket Fit
Snug Fit
A leather jacket must be a snug fit. It should hug your form but not tight. It should not be too loose, either.Â
Sleeve Length
Your body will stretch when riding. Sleeves and waistlines may move up a bit. See what sleeve length you like and confirm that from the jacket’s size chart.
The right sleeve length would not droop or sag, and it would not restrict any movement.
Jacket Length
The perfect jacket length is 2 inches longer than the height of your pants. Or, a jacket would cover your belt.
The jacket length should not be too short, like stomach length. It also should not be too long, like mid-thigh length.
Regarding jacket length, some brands have longer jackets. This extra length can give you better protection in a crash. Your lower back and your kidneys will be protected. The drawback of this extra length is compromised insulation. You may feel extra cold in a longer jacket.
Shoulder Fitting
The shoulder seam must sit comfortably on the natural line of your shoulders.
It should be too tight as it will disrupt your shoulder movement. Neither should it be loose as you won’t drive comfortably then.
In short, a snug fit is the best fit.
How Should A Womens Leather Biker Jacket Fit?
The basic things you should check are the snug fit and your movement. If you can move freely in the jacket and it fits just right, not too tight, or loose, it is right then.Â
Check jacket length. See what length is comfortable for you. Short jackets can lift when riding.Â
Correctly Measure Yourself for the Jacket
This process works fine for both men and women. It will help you know your body measurements, match it with the brand’s sizing guide, and pick the right-fitting moto jacket online.Â
Step 1: Use soft tape
Don’t use metallic tape. Use soft tape for body measurements as it bends well with the curvature of your body.
Step 2: Consider Your Bike Riding Position
Notice how you ride your bike. Do you sit upright, neutral or slightly slouching like on cruising bikes? Or do you sit in a sporty, aggressive style like many heavy bike riders? The type of motorcycle you have plays an important role in how you sit.
Your sitting position and the stretching of your body determine the perfect jacket length and sleeve length.
Step 3: Measure Waist
Measure the biggest part of the waist. It is right above the belly button for most people.Â
You measure slightly up or down if the belly button is not the biggest part of your waist.
Step 5: Measure Sleeve Length
When buying online, sleeves are the third thing you need to measure to pick the right jacket.Â
You need help measuring sleeve length. Sleeve length measurement is from the center of your back at the top (just below the neck) to the smallest part on your wrist (right after the wrist bone).Â
FAQs
How tight should a leather motorcycle jacket fit?
A leather motorcycle jacket should be snugly fit. It should be too tight, or it will restrict your movement. Also, it should not be too loose as it will affect your maneuverability.Â
Should I size up a leather biker jacket?
Consult the size chart from the manufacturer. Compare it with your body measurements. Look into reviews. You should also size up if the brand or the customers suggest sizing up.Â
You don’t need to size up for the brands that run true to size.Â
Should leather jackets be tight or loose?
Leather jackets should neither be tight nor loose; they should be snug, cozy, and close to your body.Â