FIRSTGEAR Apparel

Since 1979, FirstGear has set the standards for motorcycle apparel in quality, innovation and technology. FirstGear designs are hard-core, because their staff of motorcyclists are hard core.

FIRSTGEAR's 2004 collection features a number of innovative new designs, for riders of all makes and riding styles. Whether you cruise 5 miles or 5,000 miles in sun or rain, heat or cold to your favorite motorcycle destination, there's FIRSTGEAR apparel designed with you in mind.

Their patented innovations mean that FIRST GEAR offers you more features and performance than any other motorcycle apparel line.

Rider Inspired Features

Below are some of the key features and patented innovations found in various models of FIRSTGEAR apparel.

REMOVABLE THERMOLINER™ Constructed of perforated aluminized mylar bonded between polyester fiber and nylon taffeta, it reflects body heat inward and permits humidity to escape to provide maximum warmth with minimal bulk

Armor Systems Specially designed armor incorporates into the elbow, shoulder, hip, knee and back areas of many styles to provide the most comfortable rider protection available

Thermoneck™ This integrated cold weather neck protection is fully adjustable and lined with ultra-soft nylon fleece. It is a built-in neck warmer sewn to the removable Thermoliner that stows away in the jacket when not in use (U.S. Patent# 5,115,516)

Quality-Innovation-Technology

TORSO VENT SYSTEM (TVS) Torso Ventilation System unzips to reveal perforated leather or nylon panels which allow air to pass into the front of the jacket and exit out the back, providing an air-conditioning effect (U.S. Patent #4,608,715 and Patent #5,845,336)	ZIPPER INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE SYSTEM (Z.I.P.S.) Jacket and pants connect via a sturdy perimeter zipper for an added safety advantage	SLEEVE VENT SYSTEM (SVS) Allows air to enter the wrist area of a jacket and move up the interior of the sleeves to the upper torso and shoulder area, providing a cooling effect (U.S. Patent #5,105,477)
	HIGH VISIBILITY Why we use genuine 3M™ Scotchlite™ reflective materials in various strategic locations on many of our styles