BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Too hot riding in Spain in my leathers and this time vented textiles. Looking at Motorcycle Jeans, Kevlar Lined. I want some that are comfortable to walk around in for a while when I get off the bike. Bullit and Roadskin seem to be good brands. Any tried and tested advice?

Hi there,
I was in the same boat when travelling in the summer to California.
The thing with Kevlar lined jeans is they all fit different. I tried on probably 10 pairs and some I couldn't even get over my thighs, very strange fitting depending on the company.
I did find a pair that fit like regular jeans and are fully lined from top to bottom yet quite cool. What I liked about the ones I purchased is they come with hip and knee armor. I keep the knee armor in as it gives the extra protection yet they are still very comfortable. They look like regular jeans and actually are my favorite pair of jeans that I own.
I purchased a pair of Resurgence Jeans and the model was ultra-lite.
http://www.resurgencegear.net/
My brother purchased a pair of Scorpion Convert Pro and he loves them and they fit normal as well. They do not have amour though.
http://scorpionusa.com/collections/cove ... t-pro.html
My suggestion would be try on if you can in person, and if you cant make sure you can return online due to the fact that the fit is all over the place.
Good luck!

I can recommend Draggin Jeans. Comfy and very durable when it matters !! Not the cheapest, but it's another case of 'you get what you pay for'. I want the reassurance that my backside and kneecaps (+ thighs) are suitably protected!

The latest and greatest of Jeans at the moment are the Revolution Jeans made by Rokker. My mates have these and sing their praises. Expensive but I'm saving for a pair for next summer.


http://www.motolegends.com/rokker-revolution-jean.html


100% waterproof and according to three of my mates this claim works with the bonus that the material dries out very quickly. These jeans are like no other I have seen. However what is really amazing is that they are so light weight.

My wife has some from here;

https://www.jtsbikerclothing.com/

Very good fit 8) , well made & great price!

i got a pair of these


http://www.mandsmotorcycles.co.uk/shop/route-one-blake-stretch-denim-kevlar-jeans-black


they are really good for hot weather on the RT. a lot of the jeans i looked at would not have been too thick/hot.


these are made of a sort of "stretchy" demin material. and they have armour in the knees only, but i think you can add armour to the hip areas yourself.


and they look ok to wear around off the bike

Levisp wrote: The latest and greatest of Jeans at the moment are the Revolution Jeans made by Rokker. My mates have these and sing their praises. Expensive but I'm saving for a pair for next summer.


http://www.motolegends.com/rokker-revolution-jean.html


100% waterproof and according to three of my mates this claim works with the bonus that the material dries out very quickly. These jeans are like no other I have seen. However what is really amazing is that they are so light weight.

How much!!!

Looking at the link photo ... Are these specifically designed for bow legged people? ;-)

Do find that Hood Jeans , Roadskin and Draggin get good reviews the problem with some is they only go up to a 38-40 in waist which is no good for those of us that are a little wider and short legged to boot :-)

RaistlinRTCW wrote: Do find that Hood Jeans , Roadskin and Draggin get good reviews the problem with some is they only go up to a 38-40 in waist which is no good for those of us that are a little wider and short legged to boot :-)

Go on a diet then  8)

My BMW dealer sells bull-it jeans.  I bought a pair and love them, very water-proof and are padded for protection.  I think I paid about $179.


http://www.bull-it.com/

Motorbike Motorcycle Work Cargo Trousers Jeans Pants With Protective Lining
Lining Provide Protection Against Abrasion, Heat & Cut
newfacelook ( 26051Teal shooting star icon for feedback score in between 25,000 to 49,999) 


I bought these on eBay and have to say they are well made and kevlar where it matters.

My thinking was simple, but probably has holes in it.  If i come off them I,m more worried about hitting or being hit by something than abrasion.  If i come off it,s probably a low speed tumble so i won't be skidding far, but still more worried about hitting or being hit.
If i,m going for it.... then leathers anyway.  These are good fit not to heavy or hot and kevlar in the butt and down the thigh.  also have knee and thigh protectors and are comfy.

All the jeans mentioned so far are like my Hoods Jeans in that they are a pair of denim jeans with a protective drop liner inside. The degree of protection varies depending on how much you pay. The Bull-it-Jeans claim that they are waterproof in a light shower for a short time, so not what I call waterproof. So they are all much the same and none are fully waterproof.


The Rokker Jeans are completely different. First they look like ordinary pair of jeans but in fact are not made of denim. The materials used in their construction are laminated into one light weight, breathable, protective and 100% waterproof motorcycle trouser. The zip is waterproof and all the seams are taped. They are really a motorcycle trouser that looks like jeans. Thats what makes them unique. Agree they cost a heck of a lot and at the moment I do not own a pair, but would like too.

Levisp wrote: The latest and greatest of Jeans at the moment are the Revolution Jeans made by Rokker. My mates have these and sing their praises. Expensive but I'm saving for a pair for next summer.


http://www.motolegends.com/rokker-revolution-jean.html
 


100% waterproof and according to three of my mates this claim works with the bonus that the material dries out very quickly. These jeans are like no other I have seen. However what is really amazing is that they are so light weight.

These look superb. £350 is expensive. 50/50 at the moment.

Mike wrote:
These look superb. £350 is expensive. 50/50 at the moment.

one leg at a time?