Motorcycle leather jackets are protective jackets which ensure the safety of the bikers on the road. These jackets are crafted with a great quality material to offer the safety, comfort and style to the wearer. These are protective gear for motorcyclists, so manufacturers should keep in mind the safety of the bikers while manufacturing the motorcycle jackets for riding and racing. Manufacturers should ensure that their jackets safety standards meet the legal requirements. Here are the some safety legal requirements that are important for the safety of the bikers.
EU Regulations:
According to the European regulation, motorcycle jackets must have the following safety standards;
- PPE Personal Protection Equipment Regulation EU 2016/425
- CE Marking
- Protective Clothing for Motorcyclists EN 13595:2015
- Motorcycle Protective Jackets, trousers, and suits EN 1792-1:2017
These all legal requirements regulations ensure the safety of the motorcyclists. According to these regulation a motorcycle jacket must have;
- CE armor
- Abrasion resistance
- Tear strength
- Unique and durable design
US Regulations:
According to the United States regulation motorcycle jacket must meet the following regulations;
- CPSC Customer Product Safety Commission
- DOT Department of Transportation Regulation
- ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials Standard
- Snell Memorial Foundation Standard
These regulations also ensure the following safety standards of a motorcycle jacket;
- Water and win resistance material
- Impact protection
- Flame resistance
Other Regulations:
Like the above discussed countries, other countries also have their own regulations which ensure the safety of the bikers. These are as following;
- (Motorcycle protective clothing) Australia and New Zealand: AS/NZS 4600.1:2015
- (Motorcycle protective clothing) Canada: CSA Z259.17-17
- (Motorcycle protective clothing) Japan: JIS T 8031:2015
Labeling and Marking Requirements
Motorcycle jackets must be labeled and marked with specific information, including:
- (EU) CE Marking
- (US) CPSC label
- (US) ASTM or Snell label
- Clear instructions about care of the jacket
- Fit size and information
In short, a motorcycle jacket is a protective leather jacket which should meet the legal safety standards. Motorcycle jacket ensure the safety of the bikers on the road, so manufacturer while manufacturing the motorcycle jacket should keep in mind the safety of the bikers. Riders should also have information about safety requirements so they can choose the motorcycle jacket with advanced safety features. With the advanced safety features risk of accidents can minimize.