If there is one thing that illustrates the freedom of the road to a motorcycle enthusiast (other than a Harley Davidson perhaps) it is a Biker Leather Jacket.

To a true motorbike rider, their jacket is functional as well as fashionable. Riding on the open road, even in warm weather, can leave you feeling the chill of the air, which a Biker Leather Jacket can help protect you against.

There is also the fact that they give you some protection in the event of a fall off your bike. Your leathers are part of your safety gear.

We have pulled together the top selling items from a leading distributor, and I am sure that you will agree that there is a great range available at wonderful prices.

There is also a greater depth of products that we are unable to show here. Click on one of the links available and then take a look around the full range.

	Biker Jackets - Women's Leather Biker Jacket LJ602 Sale Price: $59.95 Average Rating:
	Biker Jackets - Women's Leather Biker Jacket LJ602   Women's black leather classic motorcycle Jacket with quilted lining.

	Men's Brown Premium Buffalo Distressed Leather Classic Biker Jackets - Size : XL List Price: $109.95 Sale Price: $109.95
	Xelement introduces the Men's Brown Premium Buffalo Distressed Leather Classic Biker Jacket. Classic biker style comes together for comfort and protection. Constructed of high quality brown distressed buffalo leather and featuring heavy duty brass zippers and hardware...

	Men's Retro Brown Premium Buffalo Distressed Leather Embossed Cruiser Biker Jacket - Size : Large List Price: $129.95 Sale Price: $129.95
	If you Live to Ride and Ride to Live this is the perfect jacket for you! This jacket is constructed of high quality retro brown distressed buffalo leather; featuring heavy duty brass zipper hardware and features the words "Live to Ride, Ride to Live" with an American eagle embossed on the back...

	Xelement Premium Leather Classic Biker Motorcycle Jacket with Zip-out Lining - XL List Price: $249.95 Sale Price: $99.00
	X-Element introduces the men's leather motorcycle classic biker jacket. Classic biker style comes together for comfort and protection. This jacket is constructed of high quality cowhide leather and features heavy-duty silver zippers and hardware...

	Men's Black Buffalo Leather (Updated Pistol Pete) Armored Classic Biker Jacket List Price: $119.95 Sale Price: $119.95 Average Rating:
	Xelement introduces the Men's Updated Pistol Pete Black Buffalo Leather Classic Biker Jacket. Classic biker style comes together for comfort and protection. Designed for a stylish and classic look while providing ultimate protection on your motorcycle...

Motorcycle Jackets - Mens Classic Leather Motorcycle Jacket MJ400 Sale Price: $49.95 Average Rating:

Motorcycle Jackets - Mens Classic Leather Motorcycle Jacket.   Mens Classic Leather Motorcycle Jacket with Heavy Duty Leather, Side Laces, Zip-out lining etc.Item: MJ400Color: BlackMotorcycle Jacket Features    Brand: Jafrum    Material: Cowhide Leather     Pockets: 4 outside and 2 inside    Belt : Adjustable    Liner : Zip-out with insulation material How to get the correct fitPlease use a cloth tape measure to measure the circumference of your chest...

	Xelement XS-589 Armored Distressed Leather Classic Biker Jacket - Size : 2XL List Price: $149.95 Sale Price: $149.95
	This jacket is made of premium distressed cowhide leather. Distressed leather gives a unique look and feel to each jacket. It is also thick and heavy, allowing for maximum abrasion resistance.

	Men's Retro Brown Premium Buffalo Distressed Leather Embossed Cruiser Biker Jacket - Size : Medium List Price: $129.95 Sale Price: $129.95 Average Rating:
	If you Live to Ride and Ride to Live this is the perfect jacket for you! This jacket is constructed of high quality retro brown distressed buffalo leather; featuring heavy duty brass zipper hardware and features the words "Live to Ride, Ride to Live" with an American eagle embossed on the back...

	Xelement Embossed Eagle Retro Leather Biker Motorcycle Jacket - Brown - XL List Price: $249.95 Sale Price: $132.00
	If you Live to Ride and Ride to Live this is the perfect jacket for you! This jacket is constructed of high quality retro brown distressed buffalo leather and features the words "Live to Ride, Ride to Live" with an American eagle embossed on the back...

	Xelement Premium Leather Classic Biker Motorcycle Jacket with Zip-out Lining - XXL List Price: $249.95 Sale Price: $99.00
	X-Element introduces the men's leather motorcycle classic biker jacket. Classic biker style comes together for comfort and protection. This jacket is constructed of high quality cowhide leather and features heavy-duty silver zippers and hardware...

Most motorcyclists put their bikes away sometime around October or November, and leave them tucked up in the garage until March or April. Some of us are more foolish and ride all year round. Keeping the motorbike in good order through the winter requires work and I hope to write about this soon.

Keeping warm is the other problem. I have been riding through 15 winters now, and I have learnt an awful lot, mostly the hard way. It is a cold and fresh November day as I write this and I've been out on the bike. I would like to tell you I have been snugly warm all day, but I cant. But I have not been painfully cold.

The first thing I understand now though is the concept of layers. Today I have one the following: -

• Socks, 1 pair of lighter socks, 1 pair of thick woolly socks.

• Boots, high enough to go well into my pants to keep out the draft.

• Thermal Leggings (Long Johns).

• Cordura Quilted Motorcycle Pants. Make sure they come high enough to keep out drafts between your jacket and pants.

• Thick cotton T-shirt.

• Cotton Long Sleeve T-shirt

• Thick fleece jumper.

• Cordura Quilted Motorcycle Jacket.

• Silk Scarf.

• Helmet.

• Thermal Stretchy Inner Gloves

• Thick Motorcycle Gloves.

So my body has 4 layers, my legs 2 layers, my feet 3 layers including boots, hands 2 layers and my helmet to keep my head warm. With all this on I am still not roasty warm but I am not shivering or uncomfortable. So, lets break all this down.

Boots. Motorcycle boots do not normally come in thermal format. This is the job of the socks. Do make sure your boots are 100% waterproof though. Wet feet, even in the best insulation money can buy, will still get very cold. This applies to all your clothing. Make sure the boot is high enough, or the trousers long enough, to get a good draft-proof seal around the ankle area.

Socks. You can buy relatively thin thermal type socks to wear as the first layer, then thick knitted woollen type socks for the next layer. If your boots are 100% waterproof you do not need to worry about fast drying materials.

Leggings or Long Johns. Possibly the least attractive part of my attire. My girlfriend cringes when I undress at her house. But the fact is they keep my legs warm. Function before fashion I say. I get any old thermals I can find in the shops at a cheap price. I also use those god-awful leggings that were fashionable on the ladies in the 80s, I acquired them from an ex of mine. Not as warm, but ok in a pinch.

Cordura Motorcycle Trousers. There are tons and tons out there to choose from. Try to get ones that come up quite high and over any jumpers you may be wearing. This seals in the heat and keeps out the rain too. Again they are not the most attractive of items. Make sure they are 100% waterproof, same reason as the socks. Many today will come with removable quilt linings. Obviously use the linings...

Body Layers. I normally wear a short-sleeved t-shirt, long sleeved t-shirt and a fleece. Try to get the thickest cotton or thermal t-shirts you can lay your hands on. Fleeces to come in a variety of thicknesses. Make sure the fleece has a long neck, this helps keep out the wind.

Cordura Motorcycle Jacket. Again there are hundreds out there on the market. Most will have removable quilt linings, most should be waterproof. Always try on the jacket in full winter get up. It needs to be large enough to go over all your other layers and your big pants! Some Jackets come as a set with the trousers and zip together to for a good seal. Ive never tried them, as yet I have not found it necessary.

Scarf. Possibly the simplest piece of kit, yet it can make the most difference. Getting a good seal around the neck is vital to keep any drafts of your chest. There are a wide variety of types and materials out there. Ive had everything from an old bed sheet right through to fancy fleece items that cover your shoulders and chest. To be honest as long as the seal around the neck is good, there is little difference. Many people like to be able to pull their scarf over their face to keep the mouth and nose warm. This never worried me, but try different configurations to see what works for you.

Gloves. Ive spent fortunes on gloves and tried all different kinds. I have reached this conclusion. As long as the gloves are thick and thermal, you have the best already. YOU WILL GET COLD HANDS! Do note this vital piece of information though. The human body, when it gets cold, keeps its heat in the torso, where the organs required to keep you alive are. Hands and feet become surplus to survival. The body sends as little blood and heat to these parts as it can get away with. If your hands and feet are cold, try warming your torso more.

Other than that...enjoy the challenge of riding over icy roads, watching your bike rust in the salt and going to your local bike haunt to find it deserted cos all your mates are fair weather wimps!

Is it me, or is it getting colder...or am I getting older. Bikes And Travels