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The time has finally come when you don't have to willingly risk turning your fingers into purple Fla-Vor-Ice popsicles. Gone are the brisk temperatures, in comes the sunshine and heat! It's almost summer! Unfortunately, that also means in with the fresh-out-the-shower helmet hair look, and feels-like-somebody-just-gave-me-a-Gatorade-bath shirts. If you're smart and safe by wearing the correct protective gear, your're going to sweat, that's just part of it. But, you don't have to be completely disgusting, and you can still look good while driving that sweet bike you just got. Check out these 5 Great Motorcycle Jackets for Summer Riding.
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Alpinestars T-Jaws Air Jacket
Great For: Summer rides in that start hot and end cool(or wet!)
Colorways: Black, Black/White, Black/White/Red, Black/White/Yellow
Buy Now: $269.95
The T-Jaws Air jacket's main shell is made from high-tech abrasion-resistant 600 Denier poly-fabric. The jacket has full mesh lining to increase airflow, along with a removable interior wind-breaker linings for various cooler weather conditions. Other features include waterproof internal pockets, reflective details, and lower rear profile (this ensures that the jacket doesn't fly up. In other words, no crack.). It also has light-weight Bio Armor shoulders and elbows, and a back pocket for back protection (sold separately).
REV'IT! GT-R Air Textile Jacket
Great For: This jacket would be great on a long ride in a heatwave!
Colorways: Black, Black/White, White/Black, Black/Acid Green
Buy Now: $219.99
The GT-R Air jacket is made from high density polyester PWR/shell mesh, has 3D air mesh, and Knox Flexiform. Ventilation panels at the chest, back and sleeves allow for maximum airflow. The jacket comes upgrade-ready for REV'IT's Challenger Cooling Vest insert, which is part of Hyperkewl (their evaporative cooling collection.) Other features include reflective stripes, multi-pockets, and CE armor for elbows and shoulders (back not included, but ready for quick upgrade.)
Dainese Air-Flux Tex
Great For: The most sexy and hottest places to ride, say the Maldives?
Colorways: Bronzo, Dark Gull Gray/Nero, Eclipse/Anthracite, High-Rise/Anthracite, Nero, Nero/Argento, Nero/Nero, Tarmac/Nero, Titanium
Buy Now: $199.95
The Air-Flux textile jacket is made from a combination of technical ultra strong fabrics, such as XY Stum and D-Stone with perforated pieces that are tear resistant. The jacket is ultra lightweight and chic, and comes equipped with removable composite shock protection to the essential areas. Complete with zip pockets and waist, collar and cuff adjustments, the Air-Flux Tex ensures not only a perfect fit, but utility as well.
Icon Hooligan Spaztyk Street Jersey
Great For: A Fourth of July morning ride that ends with a backyard BBQ and impromptu stunt show!
Colorways: Black, White, Red, Green Blue
Buy Now: $160
The Hooligan Spaztyk Street Jersey sounds like a shirt but is actually a really sweet jacket. Made from Icon's Fighter Mesh chassis, this jacket in incredibly breathable and protective with built in D3O (full coverage). And for those really hot summer days, the jackets' zip-off sleeves should do the trick! This jacket features a relaxed fit which is rare in gear.
Fox Legion Jacket
Great For: A dual sport day-trip. Giving you plenty of protection on the trails, but still allowing you to go out to dinner later with not looking like you came from the track.
Colorways: Black/Grey, Grey/Orange
Buy Now: $169.95
The Legion jacket is made from Dobby Polyester Fabric, with removable padded elbows (back/chest pad sold separately - fits nicely with Titan Jacket). The jacket features adjustable ventilation, removable sleeves and is water repellent on the outside with inside waterproof storage. It also includes Hydration hose access. The jacket's clean and understated design gives it great versatility.