Why You Need a Cafe Racer Jacket for Your Next Ride

A cafe racer jacket is not just any other piece of riding apparel but rather it is a declaration of, tradition and necessity. First appearing in the 1960s along with the café racer motorcycles these jackets were meant for the racers who were in search of a racer styled slim-cut clothing with added protection. Gradually, they have degenerated into a necessity among bikers and enthusiasts in the fashion industry.

Trademark of cafe racer motorcycle jackets is excellent quality leather, slim cut, slightly flared at the waist, and minimalistic design. They include a low-cut collar – sometimes snap-tab or band style – to enhance comfort during the use of a helmet. Due to the lack of excessive studding, they are lightweight, but they have a high degree of strength and resistance which is favorable in urban cycling as well as on extensive highways.

Apart from the aesthetics, that make these jackets beautiful, they also play an important role in this defense. They come with sturdy leather and firm stitching to shield the wearer from scrapes and mostly the outer weather conditions as seen in today’s designs and they may also come with armor pockets.

The most striking feature of these jackets is that they are very flexible. Wear them with riding jeans for a ride, or wear them out at night—they’re functional and fashionable. Regardless of whether a person is a biker or a fan of the retrospective style, a cafe racer jacket should become a part of his or her wardrobe.