The Helstons Cruiser Rag men's motorcycle jacket in Black combines a fitted, sporty cut with full-grain cowhide leather and practical touring features. It uses 0.9 mm to 1.1 mm leather, stretch leather across the back, a removable sleeveless Thermo-Alu waistcoat and a rain-protection membrane, with removable CE-compliant shoulder, elbow and back protectors supplied.

This listing is for the Black colourway. Helstons also produces the Cruiser Rag in other finishes, but colour-specific brown and camel waxing details do not apply to this product.

Who is the Helstons Cruiser Rag for?

The Cruiser Rag suits riders who want the appearance and feel of a fitted leather motorcycle jacket with extra flexibility through the back. Its removable thermal waistcoat makes it adaptable across changing temperatures, while the press-stud side and cuff adjustments help refine the fit.

Key features

• Fitted men's cut
• Full-grain cowhide leather, 0.9 mm to 1.1 mm thick
• Stretch leather across the back for easier movement
• Fixed body and sleeve lining with two zipped pockets
• Removable sleeveless Thermo-Alu waistcoat with wallet and mobile-phone pockets
• Rain protection provided by an integrated membrane
• Four external pockets
• Zipped wallet pocket on the inner facing plus a mobile-phone pocket
• Press-stud adjustment at the sides and cuffs
• Removable CE-compliant shoulder, elbow and back protectors supplied

Technical specification

• Model: Helstons Cruiser Rag
• Manufacturer reference: 20140054
• Colourway: Black
• Outer material: Full-grain cowhide leather
• Leather thickness: 0.9 mm to 1.1 mm
• Fit: Fitted men's cut
• Thermal layer: Removable sleeveless Thermo-Alu waistcoat
• Weather protection: Integrated rain-protection membrane
• External pockets: Four
• Adjustment: Press-stud side and cuff adjusters
• Protection supplied: Removable shoulder, elbow and back protectors
• Certification: Helstons states that the protectors comply with CE requirements and that the jacket is CE compliant. The current manufacturer page does not publish a garment class or individual protector levels.

Helstons men's jacket size guide

Measure around the fullest part of the chest and around the natural waist. Helstons lists the Cruiser Rag in S to 4XL, matching the seven live Shopify variants on this product page.

A leather motorcycle jacket should fit securely with the protectors correctly positioned while still allowing comfortable reach to the controls. Try it both with and without the removable waistcoat. Moto Central can help with sizing and protector placement in our Leicestershire showroom.

What is supplied?

• One Helstons Cruiser Rag leather motorcycle jacket in Black
• One removable sleeveless Thermo-Alu waistcoat
• Removable shoulder protectors
• Removable elbow protectors
• Removable back protector

Product questions

Is the Cruiser Rag waterproof?

Helstons specifies a membrane for protection against rain. This supports wet-weather practicality, but the manufacturer does not describe the jacket as a guaranteed waterproof shell.

Is the thermal liner removable?

Yes. The supplied Thermo-Alu waistcoat is removable and sleeveless.

Does it include a back protector?

Yes. A removable CE-compliant back protector is supplied alongside removable shoulder and elbow protectors.

Care guidance

Clean the leather gently with mild soap and a clean, damp, non-abrasive cloth or sponge, remove any soap residue and allow it to air dry for several hours. Nourish the Black leather with a suitable black leather cream, preferably wax-based. Avoid machine washing the leather shell, abrasive surfaces, alcohol-based products, oily substances, prolonged water contact and extended strong sunlight.

The removable waistcoat may be cleaned on a short cold machine cycle or gently with a clean, damp, non-abrasive cloth. Keep it away from heat and do not apply leather cream or polish. Do not tumble dry or iron either component.