Motorcycle Explorer Mar 2016 Issue 10 | Page 31

The Outer Layer Your bike jacket or suit is the outer layer. This is your ‘hide’, your protection layer and should be wind and rain resistant if not proof. Good quality outer layers will have a combination of water, wind and impact protection along with the important matter of ventilation. In hot weather you now have all three systems working to wick away moisture, vent that moisture out and remain far more comfortable for your riding pleasure!