Since Leather breaths, do not leave your leather garments in a plastic garment bag hanging in the closet. A cloth cover will keep the dust off and allow it to breath.
To iron leather place the iron setting on the lowest possible setting, do not use steam. Use a paper bag, felt paper or some other insert between the iron and the garment. Iron it quickly, being careful not to overheat.
Professional leather cleaning is recommended for all leathers, and fabric garments trimmed with leather. Normal dry cleaning methods will not yield proper results. Clean matching garments at the same time, since a slight variation is color or texture may occur as a natural result of the cleaning process. Natural marks and wrinkles could become more apparent after cleaning. Garment may shrink slightly, but will stretch again with wear. Professionally applied water and stain repellent products are often available.
With proper care your leather will last a life time and beyond.
To keep the leather garment shape, we recommend hanging it on a wide padded hager that has strength, plastic hangers and wire hangers will not do.
Allow wet or damp leather to air-dry naturally away from any heat source. Leather can be treated with a conditioner to restore flexibility.
In bad weather, promptly remove salt deposits from leather clothing by sponging with clear water.
If using a product to clean your leather insure it is not wax or silicone based as this will prevent the leather from breathing. Testing a cleaning product on a small out of the way portion of the leather is a good idea.
Hems may be fixed with a tiny amount of rubber cement or sewn with a leather needle. For best results see a seamstress that specializes in leather.
Many biker leather sites have sizing charts and you will use these measurement procedures and the sizing chart to determine your final size.
First: how to measure for the correct size For women Measure around the fullest part of bust under arms with arms relaxed down at sides. For men Chest:Measure around chest just under arms across shoulder blades with arms relaxed down at sides.For Coat/Length: Measure from the highest point of the shoulder down. Height: Measure from top of head down standing barefoot on a hard flat surface with normal posture. Hips: Measure around fullest part of body at the top of legs with feet together. Inseam: Measure from inside crotch seam to the hem of pants that fit you well. Waist: Measure around natural waistline, which appears as crease when bending to one side. Neck: Measure around fullest part of neck. Sleeve: Measure from center back of neck, over point of shoulder, and down outside of arm past elbow to wrist with arm relaxed.
LEATHER JACKETS and VESTS Leather jackets have number sizes that correspond to chest inches. For example, a size 46 jackets would measure 46 inches. It is best to measure your chest while wearing a shirt and then to order the next size higher in a leather jacket or vest. For example, if your chest measures 45-46 inches, then order a Size 48.
To measure, use a standard tape measure and wrap the tape measure around your back, just under your armpits and then loosely across your chest. If your waist size exceeds your chest size, then use your waist measurement and go up one size. You can also supply us with your measurements at the time of the order.
You want to choose a jacket that is big enough for your actual chest measurement. And you want to make sure the size will be big enough for your belly (if you have one). The max belly for any size jacket is approximately 6" less than the jacket size (example: max belly for a 46 is a 40" belly).
Size charts for chaps are listed in most sizing charts. The most important measurement for chaps is the thigh. Using a standard tape measure, measure around the thickest part of your thigh while wearing jeans or pants. Do not order a pair of chaps that are less than your thigh measurement. Each pair of chaps can be adjusted down should your waist size be less than what is listed in the size chart.
If they are going to be worn for cold weather riding put on all of your under garments and then take your measurements.
Helmet size charts are listed with the description for each helmet. To measure your head, use a standard tape measure and wrap the tape measure around the back of your head, just above the ears and then across the forehead. If your head size is between two sizes, order the smaller size, as it is better if the helmet fits tighter than too loose.
Please take into account the clothing you will be wearing underneath your jacket or vest when selecting your size. Your shirt size will not necessarily be your jacket or vest size.
In order to provide maximum protection while riding, you should purchase leathers that are designed for your riding style and that fit comfortably and properly.
Please take into account the clothing you will be wearing underneath your vest when selecting your size. Your shirt size will not necessarily be your vest size.
If you have any doubts be sure and send an email describing any questions you may have.
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