All bikers want to protect themselves from the occasional spill. Your helmet protects your skull, but what about the rest of your body? Gloves and boots take care of the extremities but what about your torso and limbs? That's where a good set of leathers come in.

One of the best brands of leathers available is the teknic brand of leathers. There are several types of teknic leathers to choose from. Here are some of the major categories:

o 1&2 piece suits
o Leather jackets
o Leather pants
o Textile jackets
o Textile pants
o Ladies suits & jackets

Let's take a look at what makes Teknic leathers different than others. Firstly, you have the leather. Teknic uses thicker leather than the competition, so you get a suit that provides more abrasion protection.

Secondly, you have the armor. Teknic incorporates their armor into the leather in the critical areas-elbows, knees, and shoulders. By securely incorporating the armor it prevents it from moving around in the event of an impact.

Another consideration in selecting riding leathers is the seam construction. It is much more comfortable for the rider if their bare skin is not in direct contact with seams. Teknic covers their seams and prevents sore spots.

You should also consider stretch material in critical areas for comfort and control. The arm/shoulder and leg/groin areas are constantly moving, so having stretchable, breathable panels in these areas is a benefit.

Choosing the right set of teknic motorcycle leathers is a decision that could save your life. A high quality set of leathers not only make you look good, they also provide a good layer of protection.