Road Pants

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Road pants built for tarmac riders who refuse to compromise on protection or fit. Shark Leathers stocks kevlar jeans, textile tourers, laminated all-weather pants and leather options from Shark, Merlin, Macna, Oxford, Motodry, Difi, Berik and LS2, covering every road riding style from daily commute to long-haul touring. How to Choose Road Pants Road pants are certified under EN 17092, the European standard covering three abrasion tiers: AAA (highest), AA and A. Most textile and kevlar options carry AA or A ratings; leather options often achieve AAA. CE Level 2 armour at the hip and knee absorbs significantly more impact energy than CE Level 1, making it the stronger choice for highway speeds. Material Comparison Material Abrasion Rating Best For Weather Leather EN 17092 AAA capable Sport and road 3-season dry Laminated Textile EN 17092 AA typical All-season touring 4-season waterproof Kevlar Denim EN 17092 A or AA Urban commuting Dry to mild Textile/Mesh EN 17092 A or AA Summer riding Warm to hot Stretch Denim EN 17092 A (Kevlar lined) Everyday urban Year-round city Armour and Fit CE Level 1 hip armour transmits a maximum 35 kN of peak force; CE Level 2 cuts that to under 20 kN, a 43% reduction. Shark's own-brand range includes CE Level 2 hip and knee armour across models including the Protective Chinos and Faction Pants. Hip armour must sit directly over the greater trochanter; dropping the waistband 50 mm below the natural waist shifts the protector off the impact zone entirely. Always size from the brand's specific measurement chart, as motorcycle pants sizing differs from standard streetwear. Riding Type Guidance Commuters in mixed weather gain most from laminated 4-season textile with a removable thermal liner. Long-distance tourers should prioritise CE Level 2 at hip and knee plus a minimum 600D outer shell. Warm-climate riders benefit from mesh panels covering at least 40% of the leg surface without sacrificing CE-rated armour pockets. For off-bike wearabilit

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