Vests

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Motorcycle vests are a smart layering choice for riders who want upper-body coverage without full sleeve commitment. This range covers leather road vests, electrically heated vests for cold-weather commuting, and textile styles suited to off-road and casual riding from Shark Leathers, Macna, Motodry, Thor and Oxford. Choosing the Right Motorcycle Vest A motorcycle vest adds a core insulation or protection layer while keeping arms free for ventilated riding or under-jacket layering. Matching vest type to riding style determines whether it earns its place in your kit. Leather vs Textile vs Heated Shark Leathers leather vests use full-grain cowhide construction, providing meaningful abrasion resistance in the upper torso zone. Textile vests from Thor use woven polyester shells suited to off-road and trail environments where weight savings take priority. Motodry heated vests use carbon-fibre heating elements powered via 12V bike connections or 5V USB battery packs, with 3 heat settings targeting core warmth across chest and back panels. Vest Comparison by Use Case Type Primary Material Best For Key Feature Leather Road Vest Full-grain cowhide Road riding, casual wear Upper torso abrasion resistance, classic cut Heated Vest Softshell textile Cold-weather commuting, winter touring Carbon-fibre panels, 12V or 5V USB powered, 3 heat settings Textile / MX Vest Woven polyester Off-road, trail, pit paddock Lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking Cooling Vest Evaporative textile Summer heat management Water-activated evaporative cooling, up to 6 hours relief Fitment and Sizing Shark Leathers leather vests run from S through to 5XL, covering a chest range of approximately 92 cm to 147 cm. Macna Evo Dry cooling vests activate within 60 seconds of water saturation and deliver evaporative relief for up to 6 hours without added bulk. Wearing a Vest with Other Gear Leather road vests worn standalone suit short urban rides when paired with jeans carrying CE Level 1 or CE Level 2 kne

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