In a word, yes. Unless you want to take a chance on getting a serious case of road rash. Chances are, you will go out on countless rides on your motorcycle without mishap. You just might finish your career as a biker without a scratch. But let’s face it, with all the cars on the road today, and the well- known fact that most drivers just do not see you, the odds are definitely not in your favor.
The Odds of Having an Accident on Your Motorcycle
According to reports, 78.3% of reported motorcycle crashes result in injury. 4.24% are fatal. Statistically, there is a 6% chance of you having an accident every time you go out on your motorcycle. Which is considerably high compared to a car accident which is only 1%. Let’s add speed into the equation because let’s face it most people don’t want to just ride around going 25 mph on their motorcycle. 35% of motorcyclists risk their lives every time they “speed” it up.
Now that I have succeeded in scaring you into taking the car or just staying home…let’s look at:
The Reasons for Wearing Motorcycle Pants
The reason for wearing men textile motorcycle pants as opposed to say a good pair of jeans is pretty simple. Jeans have been the pants of choice for most people since about the time they were invented by Jacob W. Davis and Levi Strauss back in 1871. And everywhere you look today, you see people tooling around on their motorcycles wearing jeans. So, what’s the big deal? Well, the fact is, even though jeans are a very sturdy piece of clothing that wear for a long time, they just aren’t that great when you dump your bike and go sliding along the asphalt. Jeans are made of cotton and cotton just won’t hold up on the pavement. Not only can you get a serious case of road rash, the cotton fibers can get inside the cuts and increase your chance of infection.
So, What’s The Answer?
The answer is simply, textile riding pants for men online. There are quite a few choices when it comes to motorcycle pants. It really comes down to personal choice and just how much protection you want.
You have leather motorcycle pants. Leather jeans (Yes, there is such a thing and www.wickedstock.com has jean style leather pants with 5 pockets). Textile motorcycle pants. And because leather pants are not waterproof, the textile pants are.
I’m sure you could argue all day on what’s better, leather motorcycle pants for men or textile pants? Truth is, they are about even. Most men leather motorcycle pants such as the ones available at www.wickedstock.com are made from full grain cow hide and come equipped with CE certified hip and knee armor to protect you during a slide.
Textile motorcycle pants are made of 600 Denier polyester fabric with 1080 & 1680 Denier panels strategically placed at impact areas such as hips, knees and buttocks.
Won’t I Get Too Hot In The Summertime?
There is really no way around the fact that while the safest choice for the road, armored leather and textile pants are going to get a bit uncomfortable while riding your motorcycle during the hot humid days and nights of summer. But you don’t want to wear light pants or (Gasp!) shorts, there are alternatives that will keep you reasonably safe and comfortable on your ride.
At www.wickedstock.com there is a nice variety of Mesh Motorcycle Pants available to the rider looking for comfort, affordability and safety. Like the Textile motorcycle pants, the mesh pants are made with the same 600 Denier polyester blend with 1080D reinforced areas at the hips and knees. The only difference being extensive mesh paneling to provide air flow, keeping the rider cool during hot and humid weather.
High Visibility Motorcycle Pants
With the very real possibility of an accident while riding your motorcycle, this article would not be complete without mentioning High Visibility Motorcycle Pants for men. The designers at www.wickedstock.com have added a generous amount of reflective stripping in conspicuous places on our High Visibility Motorcycle Pants. Also, many styles of the Textile, leather and men Motorcycle Mesh Pants have very sufficient reflective qualities.
The Choice Is Yours
So, whether you’re riding your motorcycle in the winter, spring, summer or fall, you are going to get much greater enjoyment out of your pastime knowing that you are equipped and ready for any possible mishap along the highway.
When you’re ready, cruise on over to www.wickedstock.com and check out our wide variety of Motorcycle Pants for Men. And remember, we always offer Free shipping and Free returns.
Happy Riding!
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