A good motorcycle jacket is one of the most important pieces of gear you will ever own. It is your first line of defense in a slide, your shield against wind and weather, and often the piece that defines your look on the bike. At Knockiva, the Motorcycle Jackets collection brings together leather and textile riding jackets built to CE certification standards, so you get real protection without giving up fit or feel.

Leather and Textile Motorcycle Jackets

Riders often start by choosing between leather and textile, and both have a place in this collection. Leather offers outstanding abrasion resistance and a classic look that only improves with age. Textile jackets tend to be lighter, more breathable, and easier to live with in changing weather. Knowing how you ride helps you pick the right material for your motorcycle jacket.

Leather Motorcycle Jackets

Our leather options are led by Alpinestars. The GP Force V2 Air is a perforated leather motorcycle jacket designed for warm-weather riding. It is Tech-Air compatible, features Nucleon Flex Plus and DFS protection, and comes in a sport CE-certified fit. The Alpinestars Missile V2 steps up the protection with CE AAA certification, DFS armor, and Nucleon Flex Pro inserts, making it a strong choice for sport and track riders who want a leather jacket that holds nothing back.

Textile Motorcycle Jackets

For riders who want airflow and everyday comfort, our textile jackets deliver. The Alpinestars T-GP Plus Air and T-GP Plus R V4 Airflow use ventilated construction with CE-certified armor for hot-weather rides. The Icon Contra2 pairs an Iron Weave Mesh chassis with removable CE D3O protectors, and you can see more street-focused options in the Icon collection.

How to Choose a Motorcycle Jacket

Fit comes first. A motorcycle jacket only protects you when it sits close to the body and keeps the armor over your shoulders and elbows. A jacket that is too loose lets the armor shift out of place in a slide, so measure yourself and check the size guide before ordering. The sleeves should reach your wrists in a riding position, not a standing one.

Next, match the jacket to your climate and riding style. Perforated leather and mesh textile jackets keep you cool in summer, while a jacket with a removable thermal liner extends your season into cooler months. Finally, look at the CE rating. Garment ratings run from A to AAA, and armor is rated Level 1 or Level 2, so you can choose the level of protection that fits how and where you ride.

Protection You Can Trust

Every motorcycle jacket in this collection lists its protection details openly, from armor placement to certification level. That transparency lets you compare options on more than looks. A commuter jacket and a track jacket both matter, but they are built for different risks, and the ratings make that clear. Choosing gear you understand is the first step to riding better protected.

Style That Works Off the Bike

Protective gear no longer has to look clinical. The jackets here are designed to look right whether you are on the bike or off it, so you are not carrying a bulky shell around after you park. That balance of function and style is exactly what a modern motorcycle jacket should offer, and it is why so many riders wear these pieces well beyond the ride.

Shop Motorcycle Jackets at Knockiva

Browse the full Motorcycle Jackets range, then round out your setup with the rest of your kit. Explore the complete Motorcycle Gear collection, add lower-body protection from Motorcycle Pants, or compare classic styles in our Leather Jackets collection. Take your time with fit and rating, and choose a motorcycle jacket you will trust on every ride.