GORE-TEX motorcycle clothing is chosen for its waterproof, windproof and breathable construction. The membrane is one part of the garment: fit, closures, ventilation, insulation and protective certification still need separate consideration. Compare the whole outfit, including how gloves, boots and jacket overlap.
Weather protection and impact protection
GORE-TEX describes weather-management technology, not a motorcycle abrasion or impact rating. Check the garment’s own certification and the protectors supplied with it. A waterproof boot or glove has its own fit and protection requirements. Do not infer a complete safety specification from a membrane label.
Choose for your riding conditions
Consider insulation for winter and ventilation for warmer journeys, and check the particular garment’s construction. Breathability does not mean every outfit will feel cool at a standstill. Try your intended layers underneath, then reach forward and bend your knees to check that armour and hems remain correctly positioned.
Care for the outer fabric too
Gore distinguishes the waterproof membrane from the outer fabric’s water-repellent treatment. When the surface becomes saturated it can feel cold and clammy even while the membrane remains waterproof. Follow the garment maker’s washing and treatment instructions. Products labelled WINDSTOPPER by GORE-TEX LABS should not automatically be treated as waterproof GORE-TEX garments.
Compare the fit at Moto Central
Bring your usual riding layers when comparing GORE-TEX clothing in our showroom. Check reach, seated comfort and the overlap between jacket, trousers, gloves and boots as a complete outfit.
