Jeans

Spada Ronin AAA Jeans review | They're great value, safe and stylish. What more could you want?

08 November 2024 by Gareth Evans

I associate Spada with stylish, fashionable riding gear, so I was very surprised to see these AAA jeans sitting at the cheaper end of the market, gazumping Oxford Products’ excellent Original Approved...

Bull-it Heron Ladies Slim Jeans review - These have become my go-to jeans for good reason

14 October 2024 by Charlotte King

I’m pretty confident in saying that almost every motorcycle rider these days will have a pair of motorcycle jeans in their wardrobe. We want a pair of comfortable jeans that we can wear all day if...

Roadskin Tyrian jeans review | Quality jeans with timeless styling for years of casual riding

11 September 2024 by Adam Oldfield

The Roadskin Tyrian motorcycle jeans for men are produced by a UK based family run company that have put our biker needs at the core of their design. They make classically styled jeans and gear,...

Roadskin Taranis Elite Ladies | Just like a pair of jeans, but with top level protection

13 August 2024 by Saffron Wilson

British motorcycling-clothing manufacturer Roadskin traditionally only used to make men’s motorcycle wear, but more recently, they have branched out to make kit for women too. With leggings and jeans...

RST X Kevlar Tech Pro jeans review | casual looks, peak protection

09 August 2024 by Adam Binnie

With a AAA abrasion rating and level two armour in the knees and hips, these RST Tech Pro motorcycle jeans might look casual, but they are a pretty serious bit of kit. That’s the top level of...

Motorcycle jeans buying guide | Everything you need to know about riding jeans from AAA to just A

09 July 2024 by Anders Carlson

If you’re honest, you’ve probably ridden a motorbike in normal denim jeans before (I certainly have). The ease and comfort of throwing on your favorite leather jacket, gloves and a helmet and heading...

Alpinestars Banshee Leggings review | A great alternative to riding jeans for women

30 May 2024 by Saffron Wilson

Motorcycle leggings are one of the more recent additions to any lady biker’s wardrobe and have exploded in popularity over the past few years. As a fashion-forward motorcycle brand, Alpinestars...

Oxford Original Approved AA Super Stretch Jeans review | Fitted look, maximum mobility, AA safety rating

13 May 2024 by Adam Binnie

Imagine my delight when I heard the skin-tight skinny jeans from my emo phase (it wasn’t a phase) had become fashionable again. In those days I was particularly fond of jeans that were more elastic...

Richa Original 2 Jeans | Regular High Street looks with a good level of protection

13 May 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

With regular high street looks and a good level of protection, these Richa Original 2 jeans strike a great balance of what a practical riding jean should be. Related: MCN’s guide to the best AA...

Bull-it Coyote Jeans | Ladies' riding jeans that are actually true to size

09 May 2024 by Alison Silcox

The Coyote Jeans are a part of the Bull-it 2024 range release and what a revelation, a pair of riding jeans that are true to size, they say size 12 on the label and they fit perfectly, which is almost...

Best AAA rated motorcycle jeans | Get the highest level of riding protection and look great too!

26 April 2024 by Charlotte King

Motorcycle jeans are becoming a far more popular choice among a large number of riders due to their comfort and casual look, ideal for a summer ride to the local pub or bike meet. I am sure that there...

Best AA rated motorbike jeans | A happy middle-ground of comfort and protection

26 April 2024 by Charlotte King

Comfort while riding your motorbike is important, if we are uncomfortable we are distracted, and as we know distraction is never good when on a bike. Motorbike jeans have become more protective and...

Motorcycle jeans buying guide | Learn about CE ratings, lined vs single-layer and everything else you need to know

25 April 2024 by Ben Clarke

If you’re honest, you’ve probably ridden a motorbike in normal denim jeans before (I certainly have). The ease and comfort of chucking on your favourite leather jacket, gloves and a helmet and heading...

Best single layer motorcycle jeans | Thin feel but full on safety

24 April 2024 by Jim Blackstock

When it comes to riding jeans, single layer motorcycle jeans offer the best compromise between comfort, cooling and protection. Sure, a set of textiles are great if you’re going a long way and...

Trilobite Parado motorcycle jeans | No need to stretch the budget for comfortable, practical jeans

13 February 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

Whilst most manufacturers approach riding denim as a low profile option, these Trilobite Parado motorcycle jeans are unashamedly bike gear. Designed in the Czech republic and manufactured in Pakistan,...

Roadskin Taranis Elite AAA jeans review | Single-layer, AAA-rated jeans we can't stop wearing

14 September 2023 by Ben Clarke

Motorcycle riding jeans have come a long way over the years and these Roadskin Taranis Elite AAA genuinely boggle the mind with their combination of comfort, lightweight fabric and...

Riding jeans review: Furygan K11 X Kevlar tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There are plenty of riding jeans around on the market and if you are after a pair, you are faced with several decisions; what protective CE rating will you accept? Do you want single-layer jeans or...

MCN's guide to the best waterproof motorcycle jeans and trousers that we've tested

31 August 2023 by Charlotte King

When we talk about waterproof motorcycle jeans, we don’t necessarily mean that they are made from denim. Riding jeans are motorcycle trousers that are more jeans-like in their cut and fit rather than...

Riding jeans review: Bull-it Covert Evo tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Michael Neeves

There’s a comprehensive range of Bull it motorcycle jeans, right at the top of which are the Covert Evo Covec. These straight cut jeans claim to offer high levels of protection and are intended for...

Riding jeans review: Bull-It Tactical Icon tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Richard Newland

Bull it Tactical Icon jeans are the lightest in the range, yet claim to offer the same high-end performance as their more substantial siblings. MCN editor Richard Newland has been trying out a pair of...

MCN's best women's motorcycle leggings and jeans tested by our female riders

31 August 2023 by Charlotte King

The market for women’s motorcycle gear has been growing steadily in recent years, giving female bikers a wider choice both in terms of fit and protection. If you are a casual rider who isn’t looking...

Riding jeans review: Spada Rigger tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

One of the most hotly-contested areas of motorcycle clothing at the moment is riding jeans; just about every kit manufacturer has at least one pair in its wardrobe, such as these Spada motorcycle...

Riding jeans review: Merlin Warren tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It’s not difficult to find a pair of riding jeans that look, feel and fit like a pair of regular jeans. The Merlin Warren cargo jeans are a variation on a theme, with a completely different design...

Riding jeans review: Weise Gator tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There are plenty of riding jeans available on the market; single or multiple layers, classic or contemporary style, different colours or jeggings for female riders. However, if you’re after a pair of...

Riding jeans review: Oxford Original Approved tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The latest raft of material technology now means that single-layer jeans can do the same job but without the need for heavyweight denim outer layer and a separate protective layer acting as a liner.