Troy Lee Designs Rider Jeans are my favorite pair of motorcycle riding denim.
Many motorcycle gear manufacturers make street bike specific riding jeans. However none have the slim fit or trendy look that the
Troy Lee Designs Rider Jeans offer. These premium denim pants are designed for modern urban motorcycle riders seeking a stylish pair of jeans that offer more protection than a standard jean.
With retail price starting at $119.00 these American-made jeans are comparable in price to other premium denim on the market. The Rider Jeans stands out by the fit that has been designed specifically for when the rider is seated on the motorcycle in the riding stance.
The jeans are form fitting through the thigh and knee areas, which reduces the occurrence of material shifting or flapping around. The bottom of the leg is a bit looser fitting and the pant cuff is tapered to mitigate the chances of it getting caught in the chain as well as coinciding with the latest fashion trend.
The jeans run a little long which was welcome as it still covered the ankles of my lanky legs when riding. At the front, there are two main and a stash pocket as well as two back pockets that are secured with metal buttons. Additionally the fly and waist are secured with metal buttons as well.
Material wise the TLD jeans are cut from 12.5-ounce cotton denim. The material doesn’t feel as thick as other riding jeans we’ve worn but the denim has a tough feel to it when touched. All of the major seams are doubled stitched and the knee panels and butt panel are reinforced with additional double stitched paneling for added durability in case you’re sliding across the pavement.
Leave it to the design wizards at Troy Lee Designs to create a riding jean that not only looks cool but has added protection too.
Further styling comes in the form of distressed fray marks on the thigh and back pockets. The jeans come in waist sizes 30 through 38 and fit slightly big, so a 34-inch waist should wear size 32.
The Rider Jean won’t be loved by everyone as it favors folks with more slender body types. However, if you fit in to this audience you’ll be hard pressed to find a more comfortable or better looking denim for use on or off the bike.
The
Troy Lee Designs Rider Jeans is available at
Motorcycle Superstore.
MSRP: $119.00 - $129.00
