Product Details
The Held Karakum Base in Grey / Black is a Class AA adventure and touring motorcycle trouser with a versatile removable three-layer GORE-TEX liner. The liner can be attached inside the trousers, worn over them in wet weather, or used separately as rain trousers, giving riders adaptable protection for spring, autumn and summer.
Who are the Held Karakum Base trousers for?
These trousers suit road-touring and adventure riders who want certified impact protection, direct ventilation and a waterproof system that can be reconfigured as conditions change. AIRGUARD 500D fabric, stretch panels and three leg-length options balance durability, movement and fit.
Key features
- AIRGUARD 500D textile construction with a breathable mesh lining
- Removable three-layer GORE-TEX liner with reflective print
- Liner can be worn inside, over the trousers, or separately as rainwear
- Two external pockets and zip-operated air vents
- Stretch panels at the knees and crotch
- Adjustable hip fit
- Heat-resistant material at the inner calves to help shield against exhaust heat
- Zip and hook-and-loop adjustment at the ankles
- Anti-slip seat panel
- Buttons for optional Held braces
- Held Clip-in Technology
- Reflective sections and a connecting zip
Protection and certification
- Class AA certified to EN 17092-3:2020
- Height-adjustable D3O® T5 EvoProX knee protectors, certified to EN 1621-1:2012, Level 2
- D3O® hip protectors certified to EN 1621-1:2012
- Pocket for optional coccyx reinforcement, sold separately
Detailed specification
- Held article: 62261
- Colour: Grey / Black 68
- Riding style: Adventure and touring
- Recommended seasons: Spring, autumn and summer
- Waterproofing: Removable three-layer GORE-TEX liner
- Outer 1: 100% polyamide
- Outer 2: 92% polyamide, 8% elastane
- Outer 3: 100% polyester
- Lining 1: 100% polyester
- Lining 2: 100% polyamide
- Removable lining: 100% polyamide
- Warranty: Two years from purchase as standard. Held GORE-TEX clothing is eligible for its five-year warranty extension when registered in accordance with Held’s terms.
Held textile trouser size guide
The measurements below are body measurements in centimetres, not the dimensions of the trousers. Moto Central’s Regular, Short Leg and Long Leg options correspond to Held’s standard, K-prefix and L-prefix textile sizes.
Regular leg
| Shopify size | Held size | Waist | Hips | Inside leg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S / Regular | S | 75–82 | 95–102 | 77–78 |
| M / Regular | M | 83–90 | 103–110 | 79–80 |
| L / Regular | L | 91–98 | 111–117 | 81–82 |
| XL / Regular | XL | 99–108 | 118–124 | 82–83 |
| XXL / Regular | XXL | 109–117 | 125–131 | 84 |
| 3XL / Regular | 3XL | 118–126 | 132–138 | 85 |
| 4XL / Regular | 4XL | 127–135 | 139–144 | 86 |
| 5XL / Regular | 5XL | 136–144 | 145–152 | 86–87 |
| 6XL / Regular | 6XL | 145–153 | 153–159 | 87–88 |
Short leg
| Shopify size | Held size | Waist | Hips | Inside leg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M / Short Leg | K-M | 83–90 | 103–110 | 75–76 |
| L / Short Leg | K-L | 91–98 | 111–117 | 77–78 |
| XL / Short Leg | K-XL | 99–108 | 118–124 | 79 |
| XXL / Short Leg | K-XXL | 109–117 | 125–131 | 80–81 |
| 3XL / Short Leg | K-3XL | 118–126 | 132–138 | 81 |
| 4XL / Short Leg | K-4XL | Offered for this model, but measurements are not published in Held’s current general chart. Please contact Moto Central for fitting help. | ||
Long leg
| Shopify size | Held size | Waist | Hips | Inside leg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M / Long Leg | L-M | 83–90 | 103–110 | 83–84 |
| L / Long Leg | L-L | 91–98 | 111–117 | 85–86 |
| XL / Long Leg | L-XL | 99–108 | 118–124 | 86–87 |
| XXL / Long Leg | L-XXL | 109–117 | 125–131 | 87–88 |
Measure your waist and hips over light clothing, then compare your inside-leg measurement. Protective trousers should allow comfortable movement while keeping the knee and hip protectors correctly positioned.
What is supplied?
- One pair of Held Karakum Base adventure motorcycle trousers in Grey / Black
- Removable three-layer GORE-TEX liner
- Level 2 D3O® knee protectors
- Certified D3O® hip protectors
Optional braces and coccyx reinforcement are not included.
Compatibility and optional accessories
The connecting zip is designed for compatible Held jackets, including the Karakum Top. Held advises that a connecting-zip adapter may be needed when the jacket and trouser sizes differ. The trousers also accept compatible Held Clip-in layers and optional Held braces.
Product questions
Are the Held Karakum Base trousers waterproof?
They provide waterproof protection when the removable GORE-TEX liner is used. The liner can be attached inside the trousers, worn over the outer trousers, or used separately as rain trousers.
What armour is included?
Height-adjustable Level 2 D3O® knee protectors and certified D3O® hip protectors are supplied. Coccyx reinforcement is optional.
Can they be worn in warmer weather?
Yes. Removing the waterproof liner exposes the breathable mesh lining, and zip-operated vents provide direct airflow. Held classifies the model for spring, autumn and summer use.
What is the difference between Regular, Short Leg and Long Leg?
Regular uses Held’s standard textile sizing. Short Leg uses Held’s K-prefix sizes with a shorter inside leg, while Long Leg uses L-prefix sizes with a longer inside leg.
Moto Central fitting guidance
Check that the knee protectors cover the kneecaps when seated on the motorcycle and that the hip protectors remain centred during movement. Moto Central can help with size selection, leg length and protector adjustment in store.
View Held’s Karakum Base article 62261 information, Held’s official size chart and Held’s warranty guidance.