Which protective pants offer the best protection against impact and abrasion?
This page compares 8 protective pants with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Roadskin Taranis Elite AAA, Trilobite Parado, Old Soul Moto Men's AAA Armored Motorcycle Pants - Level 2 Armor - Olive. Prices range from £123 to £214. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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Roadskin Taranis Elite AAA
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£133.09 ≈ | — | Waist 28-46in; leg lengths 30in, 32in, 34in | CE Level 2 knee and hip armour | — | Super-light mesh lining | ✓ |
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The Taranis Elite AAA are single-layer motorcycle jeans made with denim interwoven with Kevlar, PE, Cordura and Lycra. They combine top-level abrasion protection with CE Level 2 knee and hip armour, stretch comfort and mesh ventilation, making them suitable for road, touring and everyday riders. ★ Ideal forThey suit riders seeking the best protection against impact and abrasion because the entire garment is AAA-rated under EN 17092-2 and includes CE Level 2 armour at the knees and hips. |
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Trilobite Parado
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£122.73 ≈ | — | Men EU 44-62; women EU 36-46; regular and long versions | CE Level 2 hip and knee protectors | No waterproof membrane | Thigh air vent pockets; breathable crotch panel | ✓ |
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The Trilobite Parado is a motorcycle jean with elastic denim, Kevlar aramid reinforcement in the knees and seat, adjustable knee protectors, and stretch panels for riding comfort. It suits urban, touring, and on-road riders who want everyday-looking jeans with substantial impact and abrasion protection. ★ Ideal forThe Parado specifically suits riders seeking strong impact and abrasion protection because it combines CE Level 2 hip and knee protectors with Kevlar aramid reinforcement and an EN 17092 AA garment certification.
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Old Soul Moto Men's AAA Armored Motorcycle Pants - Level 2 Armor - Olive
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£213.69 ≈ | — | 28 x 28 in to 52 x 38 in | CE Level 2 armor at hips and knees | — | Polyester micro mesh for breathability | ✓ |
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These relaxed-fit olive cargo pants use a full 220 gsm DuPont Kevlar fiber lining, reinforced seams, and CE Level 2 hip and knee armor. They suit riders seeking high abrasion and impact protection in a casual cargo-style riding pant. ★ Ideal forThey offer strong protection against impact and abrasion through CE Level 2 hip and knee armor, full DuPont Kevlar fiber lining, reinforced seams, and Class AAA EN 17092-2:2020 garment certification.
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Pando Moto KUSARI COR 02
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£145.66 ≈ | — | W24-W38, L30-L34 | CE Level 1 knee armor | No waterproof membrane | No active ventilation | ✓ |
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The KUSARI COR 02 is a women's skinny-fit motorcycle jean made from stretch CORDURA denim with COOLMAX technology. It includes CE Level 1 knee armor, optional hip armor pockets, and reflective details, making it suitable for urban and street riders who want protective gear with a casual appearance. ★ Ideal forIt suits riders seeking strong impact and abrasion protection because it combines CE Level 1 knee armor with abrasion-resistant CORDURA denim and a CE Class A EN 17092 garment rating.
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Old Soul Moto Men's AAA Level 2 Armored Cordura Jeans
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£176.72 ≈ | — | 28 x 28in to 52 x 38in | CE Level 2 armor at knees and hips | — | Polyester micro mesh liner for breathability | ✓ |
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These relaxed-fit motorcycle jeans combine a Cordura and cotton outer layer with DuPont Kevlar fiber in impact areas and removable CE Level 2 knee and hip armor. They suit riders who want high-impact and abrasion protection with a casual denim appearance and broad size availability. ★ Ideal forThey offer strong protection against impact and abrasion through CE Level 2 knee and hip armor, a full-garment Class AAA EN17092-2:2020 certification, Kevlar reinforcement, and reinforced seams.
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Old Soul Moto Men's AAA Armored Motorcycle Pants - Level 2 Armor
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£184.11 ≈ | — | — | Level 2 | — | — | ✓ |
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These motorcycle pants are designed for riders seeking high-impact and abrasion protection, combining AAA-rated construction with Level 2 armor. They suit commuters, touring riders, and everyday motorcyclists who want protective cargo-style riding pants. ★ Ideal forThey offer strong protection against impact and abrasion through AAA-rated construction and Level 2 CE armor.
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Old Soul Moto Men's AAA Armored Motorcycle Pants - Level 2 Armor - Camel
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£213.69 ≈ | — | 28 x 28in to 52 x 38in | CE Level 2 armor in hips and knees | — | — | ✓ |
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These relaxed-fit cargo motorcycle pants are fully lined with DuPont Kevlar and include CE Level 2 armor at the hips and knees. They suit riders seeking crash-tested abrasion and impact protection in a practical everyday riding style. ★ Ideal forThey offer strong protection against impact and abrasion through EN 17092 AAA certification, full DuPont Kevlar lining, and CE Level 2 hip and knee armor.
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Bohn Body Armor Armored Motorcycle Pants with CE-Level 2 Protection
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£147.14 ≈ | — | 3XS-5XL | CE-Level 2 | — | Ventilated crotch panel | ✓ |
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These low-profile armored base-layer pants use CE-Level 2 armor at the hips and knees, with additional coverage for the tailbone and thighs. Lycra and mesh options are breathable and designed to fit under regular jeans or riding pants, making them suitable for everyday and warm-weather motorcyclists. ★ Ideal forThey offer strong impact protection through CE-Level 2 hip and knee armor that stays close to the body, but abrasion protection requires wearing an abrasion-resistant outer layer.
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