Best Powersports Protective Vests in 2022

Last update: January 11, 2023

Viking Cycle Gardar Motorcycle Leather Vest for Men Review:


Before posting a review, I wanted to wait till I owned the vest for a long. Now that I've had it for ten days, I'm quite happy with it. The vest fits me wonderfully thanks to the sizing chart's instructions. The vest is well-made and robust, and the leather is of exceptional quality. As others have noted, the leather was rather stiff when it first came out of the packing, and the collar did initially irritate my neck. However, it has pleasantly softened after almost two weeks of everyday use. It gets more comfy the more I wear it. The feature of this vest that I appreciate best is something the seller neglected to mention: it has a ton of storage! It contains two velcro-closed external chest pockets and two bungee-corded hand pockets (the right of which has an attachment I use for my car remote). The inside holds the actual reward. Two wide side pockets with zippers, two open pockets above that, and two open thin horizontal pockets that are great for holding pens and knives are all there. The best part is that the external chest pockets include a built-in aperture for headphone cords that can be looped around the neck opening and secured with loops, meaning that tangles are no longer a problem. There are now 10 pockets altogether! With plenty of room for my hands in the front pockets, I can fit an iPod, wallet, small notebook, Swiss Army knife, fountain pen, pill fob, a big set of keys, e-cig pack, fire starter, stun gun, compact, and lip stick. A fantastic product at a reasonable cost. I heartily endorse it.



Harley-Davidson Men's Iron Distressed Slim Fit Leather Vest, Black Review:


This vest caught my fiancé's eye, so he bought it. When it arrives, it looks even better than in the pictures, and the leather feels wonderful to the touch and is exactly the right amount of worn-in. The logos on the front and the flag on the back are extremely lovely and understated. This is fantastic, and I wish there was something similar for ladies. He is 6'4", so it is a little short on him, but other than that, it fits perfectly because of his lean build. He received a size L. Really a wonderful vest, so those who may be considering it shouldn't worry. Examine the size chart and your measurements. It's a wonderful vest!



4Fit Men's Black Genuine Leather 10 Pockets Motorcycle Biker Vest S To 6XL (MEDIUM (CHEST 40")) Review:


I often buy 5xl shirts because I am a rather large man (6'3" and roughly 320 pounds). The 5xl vest I purchased is way too tiny. An 8x in this vest would likely be appropriate for me. I believe that their chart's lower sizes might be more accurate. So I sent it back and placed an order for a larger size. I gave it a 5-star rating even though I had to return it. This is a pretty nice-looking vest with many interior pockets, including a zipped pocket on each side, and high-quality leather that looks and feels like it was made with care. Even in the larger sizes, it's still a fairly good deal at around $40. I can't wait to start wearing it when I ride once my larger size arrives. I think you'll enjoy the vest if you buy the proper size.UPDATE 8/5/2019: I ordered a 10x because the vest was not available in 8x or 9x. It fits well, being a little bit larger than necessary but still acceptable. Although I've read some people remark in their posts that the sizing is true, I still advise adding a few sizes larger to fit properly for larger sizes, such as 5x and up. I am really pleased with the vest's appearance and build quality.



Event Biker Leather Men's Promo Basic Leather Vest (Black, Large) Review:


I'm a big, strong man. Due to my size, the 7X does not button up for me. I ought to have found one with side lacing. But this vest does have a nice appearance. Has a pleasant heaviness to it with a leather-like scent. Not heavy, but also not paper-thin. The pockets are spacious. There is a flaw, a small leather patch that was put over a hole that is about the size of a pencil. That doesn't worry me because this thing will be covered in repairs, and the low price I paid for it allows for the occasional hole and crooked seam. However, the seams are straight. One star deducted since I couldn't fit into the 7X size (a 5X should have been plenty). 4 Stars because the quality is such that I can take it to my neighborhood leatherworker to have it altered to fit me (the side panel will be slit, hemmed, and eyelets will be added to turn it into a side-lace vest).



Event Biker Leather Men's Promo Basic Leather Vest (Black, X-Large) Review:


I'm a big, strong man. Due to my size, the 7X does not button up for me. I ought to have found one with side lacing. But this vest does have a nice appearance. Has a pleasant heaviness to it with a leather-like scent. Not heavy, but also not paper-thin. The pockets are spacious. There is a flaw, a small leather patch that was put over a hole that is about the size of a pencil. That doesn't worry me because this thing will be covered in repairs, and the low price I paid for it allows for the occasional hole and crooked seam. However, the seams are straight. One star deducted since I couldn't fit into the 7X size (a 5X should have been plenty). 4 Stars because the quality is such that I can take it to my neighborhood leatherworker to have it altered to fit me (the side panel will be slit, hemmed, and eyelets will be added to turn it into a side-lace vest).



2Fit Men's Black Genuine Leather 10 Pockets Motorcycle Biker Vest New S To 6XL (Large (CHEST 42 INCHES)) Review:


This is only about the third online purchase I've ever taken the time to publish a review on out of the hundreds I've purchased. I bought this vest using my Amazon Prime membership. I came in 3 days, which is AMAZING. As buyers of other postal leather goods have noticed, there was no unpleasant scent. It seems to have been made quite well. I am a 6', 250-pound man, and I bought a XXXL based on advice from others who thought the size was smaller than usual. Normally, I can wear a XXL shirt and jacket with no problem, and this vest fit me nicely. In fact, I was able to tighten the side lacing all the way, and it now fits perfectly. There are numerous zip and snap compartments on it. I travel with a wallet, a reasonably large iPhone 7 Plus, and a.38 snub nose concealed in a pocket holster. The vest has really good, cozy places for all three items. Last but not least, I have only truly held a riding vest in my hand at a nearby Rural King. I have not purchased one from a walk-in store (yes, they have motorcycle apparel - great store). Although the Rural King vest was twice as expensive, it was of comparable quality. I'll be proud to flaunt this around my friends whose vests cost more than $100. Without hesitation, I would repurchase it (as I likely will if I can drop 30 LBS over the winter). God bless you, my fellow bikers, and be safe. Alan



DEFY Men's Motorbike Vest Club Style Classic Genuine Leather Vest with Gun Pockets Full Solid Back (XL) Review:


My dad enjoyed the gift I gave him for his birthday. The vest is stylish and well-made. When products like this are thus affordably priced, I wonder if the quality will meet my high requirements. I was pleasantly surprised by this vest. Only that it does run small should be noted. We ultimately had to order a XXL because my dad typically wears an XL.



2Fit Men's Black Genuine Leather 10 Pockets Motorcycle Biker Vest New S To 6XL (XXL (CHEST 48-50 INCHES)) Review:


This is only about the third online purchase I've ever taken the time to publish a review on out of the hundreds I've purchased. I bought this vest using my Amazon Prime membership. I came in 3 days, which is AMAZING. As buyers of other postal leather goods have noticed, there was no unpleasant scent. It seems to have been made quite well. I am a 6', 250-pound man, and I bought a XXXL based on advice from others who thought the size was smaller than usual. Normally, I can wear a XXL shirt and jacket with no problem, and this vest fit me nicely. In fact, I was able to tighten the side lacing all the way, and it now fits perfectly. There are numerous zip and snap compartments on it. I travel with a wallet, a reasonably large iPhone 7 Plus, and a.38 snub nose concealed in a pocket holster. The vest has really good, cozy places for all three items. Last but not least, I have only truly held a riding vest in my hand at a nearby Rural King. I have not purchased one from a walk-in store (yes, they have motorcycle apparel - great store). Although the Rural King vest was twice as expensive, it was of comparable quality. I'll be proud to flaunt this around my friends whose vests cost more than $100. Without hesitation, I would repurchase it (as I likely will if I can drop 30 LBS over the winter). God bless you, my fellow bikers, and be safe. Alan



Motorcycle Helmet Lock & Cable. Sleek Black Tough Combination PIN Locking Carabiner Device Secures Your Motorbike, Bicycle or Scooter Crash Hat (and Jacket) to Your Bike. Review:


For a four-day ride on my Suzuki Vstrom, I purchased this lock, and it worked flawlessly. My combination was set in less than two minutes thanks to the clear directions. My combination then worked the first time and every time. I now just leave the lock and cable on the bike even when I'm not using it because they have a covering on them to protect the bike. I had two uses for the lock while traveling. My helmet was locked first with the primary lock. I probably had room to secure my jacket too if I'd extended the cable fully out, but I never tried so I'm not sure. I also ran the coiled cable through the handles of my soft luggage tailbag to prevent a "grab and run." Regarding the issues raised by other reviewers: I rode through rain for the entirety of my trip, and the lock combo/mechanism operated without issue. If you're worried that burglars will be able to pick the lock, let me assure you that it is only a light- to medium-duty lock. Don't use this to lock your wife's diamond ring. This lock/cable could be broken by a burglar equipped with a few hefty crowbars and a medium-sized cable cutter. On a motorcycle, however, more powerful locks are not practical for scenarios requiring a quick lock and unlock. This puts a stop to the "opportunity thief" and buys time for a more determined one. The fact that there is just one key to carry around is a bonus, and this lock does exactly what it promises to do at a very reasonable price.



Diamond Plate Genuine Leather Motorcycle Vest w/14 Patches Review:


I normally wear a size 2xx, but after experiencing fit issues in the past, I went two sizes up to a 4xx when the item was created overseas. Also oddly, the shorter version cost $34 while the 4x cost just $26, allowing me to tighten the side laces if necessary. I could have spent $44 for the longer version, but it isn't worth that to me to feel a bit short. It turns out that I had to remove the lace out of one of the eyelets to fit better. The laces are bad; I will replace them in the future. The cloth is thin, just what I wanted, and would sew easily on any sewing machine. People have claimed that patches come away, but if they do, I have a sewing machine. The patch on the back of the eagle would cost less than I spent for the vest—much less than the other 12—and it's made of soft as can be water buffalo leather with four front pockets and two side pockets, the top two of which can each fit a large wallet. The snaps that close the front aren't the best, but they can be modified, or I might put a zipper in later. The zippers are thin and little, won't take much abuse, but they will function. I really needed the zipper ones to carry my wallet. It's pretty good and definitely worth the $26.An update on a 5x long: I noticed it was also around $27 and got one; it was 3 times bigger than I wear but fit perfectly; China needs to dimension its products more accurately; goods made in South America are.