Furthermore, the aforementioned 3D air-mesh spacer panels of the protectors prevent any noticeable localized sweat condensation and thus help tremendously in avoiding hotspots while riding in very-hot weather at low speeds. Regardless, just pay attention to the chest-circumference reference and go up by one alpha size from your stipulated chest circumference. Knee pivot system: new double-pivoting hinge system incorporating tool-free, fast, easily exchangeable extension stops (0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 degrees) to prevent hyper-extension injuries.

I absolutely recommend that you go up by one alpha size from your stipulated alpha size in the size chart below.Likewise, the cupping of the elbow protectors is on point and does a great job of augmenting the protective qualities of said protectors. The elasticity and compression of the mesh fabric allows said fabric to let more air in when the fabric is stretched (i.e. when you’re wearing it), and you feel a continuous flow of air across your entire upper body even at low speeds. All integrated body protectors are CE-certified as protective motorcycle armor, unlike some competitors which only have some of their integrated body protectors CE-certified as protective motorcycle armor.

The Leatt 5.5 body protector is an excellent choice of upper-body hard armor for any serious off-road riders and enduro riders. Starting with the elbow and shoulder protectors, these are CE-certified as Level 1 limb armor to the EN 1621-1:2012 standard, which is the corresponding EN Standard for motorcycle limb armor (i.e. elbows, shoulders, knees and hip protectors).In our second segment this week, Editor-at-Large Neale Bayly talks with master mechanic David Behrend. David’s amazing career has taken him all over the world as mechanic and Crew Chief for some of the greatest riders in Moto America, World Superbike, and Moto2. David is now Technical Director for Andreani Suspension USA; if you have suspension or handling questions—David is the guy to help! Correct position of knee cup is secured accurately in place by an innovative integrative mechanical guiding system allowing multi- directional freedom of movement. Soft comfortable lateral knee padding to avoid pressure points. Additional space padding and additional condyle pads enable a high adjustability for best personal fitment.