It’s important to remember that there’s a common misconception that your motorcycle clothing will walk away from an accident unscathed. That it will remain intact despite a fall at a certain speed on an abrasive/non-abrasive surface even if it lives up to strict standards by which it was tested against. That’s not always the case. Riding clothing – including jackets, pants, gloves and boots – are there as a second skin; a shield so to speak. They are there to mitigate/minimize damage to your body. Meaning, they’ll be there to take the hit so your skin and body can stay intact.
In taking that hit, there will likely be damage to the outer shell. Note: every crash and fall is different. While we have insight as to how a fabric should perform, real life can sometimes throw curve balls. Think of it like this: a car is designed to keep you safe in a crash, but the energy of the crash has to go somewhere. It usually results in damage, cosmetically or structurally. But the driver and the passengers can walk away with minimal impact on their bodies. Riding is inherently dangerous. Making sure you have as many safety components around you is what we’re promoting. Not for us, but for you. If you’ve ever seen the end result of a motorcycle accident where a rider was not wearing protective gear, you’ll understand what we mean.