Motorcycle jacket and trouser repairs: what to consider

Safety first, and clearly

Motorcycle clothing is protective equipment. Its abrasion resistance, seam strength and armour are tested by the manufacturer. A repair, however neat, cannot restore, test or certify that protective performance. If your kit has been in a crash or slide, follow the manufacturer's guidance, and expect that damaged armour or abrasion areas may need replacing rather than repairing.

Wear and tear that can often be repaired

Plenty of problems have nothing to do with impact, and these are the repairs that make sense:

• Broken main zips and jacket-to-trouser connecting zips.
• Torn linings and thermal liners.
• Worn hook-and-loop fastenings at cuffs and collars.
• Split pocket bags and armour pockets.
• Loose stitching in non-impact areas.

Leather and textile kit

Leather riding gear uses thick hides and heavy thread. Textile gear often contains waterproof membranes, and new stitching through a membrane can create a path for water. Options such as seam tape or placing the repair carefully will be discussed before work begins.

Before bringing it in

Remove armour if it is removable, empty pockets and clean off road grime. Make a note of every problem you have noticed so they can be assessed together.

Honest advice

Riders across Christchurch, Bournemouth and Dorset rely on their kit. Golden Button carries out repairs for comfort and everyday use and will always say when an item should go back to the manufacturer or be replaced instead.