Alpinestars CR Perforated Jacket

This product is sold in European sizes. You can choose a European size based upon your US chest size using Alpinestars’ sizing chart. And for those who may have a bit of a belly, we encourage you to consider our estimated max belly sizes listed below. Choose a jacket size that will accommodate both your chest and your belly. Keep in mind that this is a highly fitted jacket, so choosing a size based upon these recommendations will result in a snug fit which should be comfortable while sitting, but may be restrictive while standing and walking. Those who don’t like a snug fit should either consider another style or buy one size larger than recommended.

The Alpinestars CR perforated leather jacket is a nice looking sport jacket that offers a very high level of protection. In fact, this style reminds me of the fit of a top end race suit. The armor is held very snug to your body and the arms are very much “pre-curved”. The stretch leather behind each shoulder helps with mobility. And the pre-curved shape helps you reach forward to the handlebars with more ease of motion and comfort. If you are looking for a snug fit/race cut jacket then look no further, but if you are looking for something to use “everyday”, then this one might be a bit too restrictive. For protection, the jacket comes with CE turtle shell type armor in the shoulders and elbows and a foam back pad (CE upgrade back pad available below). There is also some removable padding in the torso of the jacket to provide some added protection to your chest (see upgraded Bionic Chest pads below for something more robust). The jacket has a full circumference connection zipper to attach to Alpinestars pants. The front torso of the jacket has large perforated panels, so this jacket will be comfortable in warmer weather and it also comes with a removable thermal liner to help cut the airflow in cooler weather and to provide some insulation against the cold. Take the “View Larger Pictures” link above to see a good set of close-up photos of this jacket and its features.