Motorcycle Jackets

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Shark Leathers carries the full spectrum of motorcycle jackets, from CE-rated leather and laminated textile to aramid-reinforced hoodies and hi-vis mesh. Every jacket in this range is selected for genuine on-road protection, not just looks. Shark's own-brand cuts are designed and tested in Australia for local conditions. How to choose the right motorcycle jacket Protection starts with the outer shell. Leather at 1.2 mm or thicker consistently achieves EN 17092 AAA abrasion ratings, the highest grade in the standard. Textile shells with woven aramid (Kevlar) panels typically reach AA or A depending on fibre density and panel placement. Mesh jackets prioritise airflow and suit temperatures above 25 °C, but must pair with a liner or base layer when armour coverage matters most. CE armour: Level 1 vs Level 2 Every jacket worth buying ships with CE-certified impact protectors. Level 1 shoulder and elbow armour transmits a mean force below 18 kN; Level 2 drops that threshold to 9 kN, half the impact energy reaching your joint. Back protectors follow the same split: Level 1 passes at 18 kN, Level 2 at 9 kN. If you ride daily or at highway speeds, specify Level 2 back protection from the outset rather than upgrading later. Material comparison at a glance Material Top EN 17092 rating Best condition Notes Full-grain leather AAA Sport, road, touring Minimum 1.2 mm for AAA; 1.0 mm typical for AA Laminated textile AA 4-season / all-weather Bonded waterproof membrane; 10 000 mm hydrostatic head common Cotton-aramid (Kevlar) A Urban, casual 500-750 g/m² aramid density targets A-grade threshold Mesh textile A Summer above 25 °C Open weave; requires CE armour at shoulder, elbow, back Waxed cotton A Casual / heritage touring Natural water resistance; re-wax every 12 months Fitment and sizing Armour only works when it sits over the joint it is designed to protect. Check that shoulder caps sit centred on the shoulder point, elbow armour aligns with the tip of your elbow at a 90-degree

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