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Waxed Cotton motorcycle jackets

Waxed Cotton motorcycle jackets were some of the very earliest motorcycle jackets, from companies like Barbour and Belstaff, were made from wax cotton. Initially they were used by sailors. Today, wax cotton is very much in fashion, but it’s also very practical. A wax cotton motorcycle jacket does not easily absorb moisture. In fact, rain tends to run off it. But if you combine a wax cotton outer with a waterproof membrane, you can end up with a very high level of waterproofing. But practical as wax cotton can be as a material for a motorcycle jacket, its popularity is linked to its classic heritage. Today, the best of wax cotton jackets are, without doubt, Belstaff jackets. They make the best. You can wear wax cotton jacket on a classic bike, on a modern retro, a custom bike, or indeed any kind of naked motorcycle. McGregor and Boorman also made wax cotton very popular with adventure bike riders. Wax cotton makes for a great jacket that you can wear all year round. 
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Belstaff Brooklands jacket in mahogany

Richard Pace: Brilliant

Excellent Jacket. I love it

Belstaff Crosby jacket in black

Norvald: Belstaff Crosby Jacket

Exelent customer service an the jacket fits and look great.

Held Lawrence jacket in green

PatSturman: Great retro jacket

I recently bought a Held Lawrence although the name seems to vary! waxed cotton jacket for riding a new BSA Gold Star. I am very happy with the jacket, which looks the ticket and is comfortable. Easy to layer-up beneath in cold weather and lack of a waterproof membrane is no problem as I have no intention of riding any distance when wet and will assist in warm weather. The only reservation I have is that, despite not having too fat a neck, the collar of this jacket is VERY close fitting and has no adjustment. I cannot wear anything with a high neck beneath it and can JUST fasten the collar stud with a neck buff only. However, not a huge problem. I am very happy overall.