Motorcycle jackets

Buy Motorcycle Jackets

After your helmet, a motorcycle jacket is the most important piece of your gear: it protects you in the event of a fall en , keeps you dry en , and maintains your body temperature. At Vespucci, you’ll find a curated collection of Alpinestars motorcycle jackets —from lightweight riding hoodies for everyday use to fully waterproof touring jackets. View the full selection above, or read on below to find out which jacket suits your riding style.

Which motorcycle jacket is right for you?

At de , when helping you choose a motorcycle jacket, we take the following points into consideration at de :

• Fit: Protection only works if de protectors stay in place. Try on de a jacket with de the clothes you normally wear underneath.
• Protection: Check for shoulder protectors en and elbow protectors en , and see if a back protector can be added.
• Waterproofing: A membrane or waterproof outer layer makes all the difference in everyday use.
• Ventilation: ventilation openings or a mesh design keep you cool on hot days.
• Visibility: Reflective elements on the sleeves en and back are more effective in the dark than a light color during the day.
• Season: If you ride year-round, choose a jacket with a removable lining.

Alpinestars Riding Hoodies

De The riding hoodie is de the most popular choice for commuting en and city rides: it looks like a hoodie, but features de the construction en andde protective features of a motorcycle jacket. De Alpinestars Chrome V2 Hoodie Black is our “ bestseller ” in this category. If you’re looking for more airflow for de summer, then de Chrome Superairflow Hoodiede is the ventilated version. If you want something a bit sportier, check out the de Radium Tech Hoodie Black or de Chrome Hoodie Black / Red.

Waterproof Motorcycle Jackets for Touring Rides

If you ride longer distances or year-round, a waterproof touring jacket de is a better choice. De Alpinestars Aeroshell WP Jacket Black is designed to be worn over your regular clothes en and keeps the rain out without making you lose body heat. If you want to be more visible in traffic, then de Aeroshell WP Jacket Grey Yellow is the same jacket in a high-visibility version.

Women's Motorcycle Jackets

For women, we havethe Alpinestars de Stella line, with a fit tailored to the female figure—narrower shoulders and more room at de the hips. Choose between de Stella Chrome Sport V2 Hoodieen de ventilated Stella Chrome Superairflow Hoodie.

Fabric or leather

Our selection of motorcycle jackets includes textile jackets, en —and that’s a deliberate choice. Textile jackets are lighter, often waterproof or can be upgraded with a rain membrane, en and feature ventilation openings for warm days—which makes them de the best choice for commuting en and touring in Dutch weather. Leather generally offers greater abrasion resistance in the event of a fall en and lasts longer with proper maintenance, but it is heavier en and less suitable for changing conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycle Jackets

What size motorcycle jacket should I choose?

Use your regular clothing size as a starting point en and measure your chest circumference over a T-shirt. If you’re between sizes, choose de the larger size if you want to wear a thicker sweater or a back protector underneath, en de or the smaller size if you de mainly use the jacket in de summer—protectors need to stay snug on your shoulders en and elbows. If you’re unsure, we’ll help you figure it out through de customer service, en and exchanges are always possible.

Are these motorcycle jackets waterproof?

De Aeroshell WP-Jackets are completely waterproof (WP stands for waterproof) en and are designed to be worn over your clothes. De Chrome- en Radium hoodies are water-repellent, not waterproof: they’ll hold up just fine in a downpour, but for daily riding in the rain, de Aeroshell de is the right choice.

Does the de jacket have protective padding?

De Alpinestars jackets en and hoodies in this collection feature protection on the shoulders en and elbows en and are designed to accommodate a back protector. Check the specifications for each product at de to see which protectors are included en and which ones you can add separately.

Can I put a motorcycle jacket in a de washing machine?

First, remove de protectors en and any removable lining, en then wash de the jacket on a low spin cycle using detergent without fabric softener—fabric softener damages de the water-repellent coating. Let de the jacket de air dry; do not put it in de the dryer.

How soon will I receive my motorcycle jacket?

All motorcycle jackets in this collection are in stock and ready to ship. If you place your order on a business day before 5:00 p.m., you'll receive your jacket tomorrow via PostNL.

Conclusion

Whether you're looking for a lightweight riding hoodie for everyday use or a waterproof touring jacketde long rides: with an Alpinestars motorcycle jacket, you’re choosing protection without sacrificing comfort. Complete your gear with a helmet, gloves, en de rest of our accessories.