A perforated leather motorcycle vest lets air flow through small holes in the leather, so you keep the protection of a leather layer without overheating in summer. This collection brings together our perforated leather vests for men and women.
A perforated leather motorcycle vest lets air flow through small holes in the leather, so you keep the protection of a leather layer without overheating in summer. This collection brings together our perforated leather vests for men and women. Every perforated leather motorcycle vest ships free across the USA and worldwide on orders over $150. Shop below, or see all of our real leather vests.
Look for perforated panels where airflow matters most, on the front and back, and solid leather where you need structure and patches. A lighter leather adds comfort in heat. The vest should still close securely and cover your belt line.
Wear a moisture-wicking tee underneath, ride with the vest closed at speed for airflow and open at stops.
Sit on your bike in it. A riding vest should close over your riding layer, cover your belt line and lower back when you lean forward, and leave your arms free to reach the bars. It shouldn't flap in the wind, so avoid sizing up too far; side laces and extenders let you fine-tune the fit. Each product page has a men's or women's size chart. Use our leather vest size chart if you are unsure.
Patches sit best on a solid one-piece back panel. Lay them out with tape or clips first, try the vest on, then sew with a leather needle and strong waxed thread, or let us sew them for you on a custom order. See our leather vest patch placement guide for the classic layout.
Smooth leather needs little care. Wipe off dust and road grime with a soft, slightly damp cloth, let it dry naturally away from heaters, and condition it once or twice a year so it stays supple. Clean carefully around patches, hang the vest on a wide hanger and never put it in a washing machine or dryer.
Need a different size, leather, colour or pocket layout, or want your patches sewn on before it ships? We make custom perforated leather vests to order. Upload a photo and your patch designs on our custom perforated leather vests page and we will reply with a quote - you pay nothing until you approve it.
Check five things before you buy any leather vest. The leather should be named - cowhide, buffalo, lambskin or suede - not just 'genuine'. The stitching should be even and tight, with no loose threads at the armholes. Snaps, zips and buckles should feel solid and close firmly. The lining should be sewn in neatly, and the pockets should close. Every vest in this collection is real leather, and each product page lists the leather, closures and pockets.
In warm weather, a T-shirt, tank or henley. In spring and fall, a flannel, denim shirt or thin long-sleeve top. When it's cold, a hoodie or a light jacket, so size the vest to close over your thickest layer. Dark denim and boots go with almost every leather vest, on the bike and off it.
Leather vests work all year. In summer, wear a lighter or perforated vest open at stops; in fall, over a flannel or hoodie; in winter, under an open coat or as a warm puffer or sherpa vest; in spring, over a long-sleeve tee. Condition the leather before winter and again before summer to keep it supple.
We dispatch every order within 3–5 business days, and delivery across the USA and worldwide usually takes 5–10 business days, with tracking by email. Orders over $150 ship free. If anything arrives damaged or in a different size from the one you ordered, contact us within 30 days for an exchange or refund - read our returns policy and shipping policy.
Yes - air moving through the perforations helps sweat evaporate, especially at speed.
Patches sit best on the solid leather areas, usually the back panel. Check the product photos before you plan a large back patch.
Yes. We make custom perforated leather vests in your size, leather, colour and pocket layout, and we can sew your patches on before shipping. Send a photo and your patch designs through our custom perforated leather vests page and we will reply with a quote.
Yes. Standard shipping is free across the USA and worldwide on orders over $150; below that it is a flat $40. Orders are dispatched within 3–5 business days and usually arrive within 5–10 business days, with tracking by email.
Yes, if something is wrong with your order. If your vest arrives damaged or defective, is not as described, or is not the size you selected at checkout (as shown in your order confirmation email), contact info@leathersvest.com within 30 days with your order number and photos, and we will exchange it or refund you. We don't accept returns or exchanges for a change of mind, so please check the size chart before you order.
