Where to find vintage motorcycle jackets
More or less, we are what we wear. The clothes we wear speak a lot about our personality, hobbies or professions. It’s a good thing because it gives others a preliminary idea of how to break the ice. And this distinction is not new; in fact, back in the 18th and 17th centuries, well-embroidered clothing was a sign of high social rank for ladies. Likewise, you can still tell a businessman apart from other people in the crowd just by looking at his corporate attire. But nowadays, professions, hobbies and passions are much more important than in other times; there are equally distinguishable numbers of garments that we see all around us.
Not too long ago, the movie Grease 2 came along, the movie was just one of many times that started the trend for skin-tight denim and leather jackets with metal studs. The style quickly became the norm, and many similar fashions were later introduced by major motorcycle companies such as Harley Davidson, Buco and Grais. As those old motorcycles became a vintage treasure, enthusiasts still keep the legend of vintage motorcycle clothing alive. However, the fashion changed from time to time, from the ‘Aviator’ style to the ‘Cycle Champ’; the overall look almost stayed the same. You can easily buy the new style jackets in the market, but a true vintage motorcycle collector knows that the beauty of a vintage jacket is incomparable to anything else. And to find them, he doesn’t really need to search as far as he might think; here are some suggested options you might consider for this scavenger hunt.
• The first place to start your search for a vintage motorcycle jacket should be garage sales. Some people who might seem like ordinary neighbors must have been wild children of their time, riding Harleys with their helmets and leather jackets on. And now they may just want to get some money for things that are otherwise useless.
• Other good places to find vintage motorcycle jackets are thrift stores, thrift stores, and flea markets. The store keeper of such places are keen observers, they know exactly what might interest a customer. If you really see yourself as a motorcycle enthusiast, the dealers will definitely bring out the piece of vintage motorcycle clothing you are looking for.
• Before searching someone else’s closet, it is wise to ask people in your own family. Some old men may not seem like much of a jockey, but chances are they’ve been a part of the bad boy gang at times in their life. And they will be much happier to pass their assets on to you than anyone outside the family.
• If you’re a really serious vintage biker, then you should also be aware of motorcycle swap meets. There are many motorcycle clubs around which these types of events are organized. You can subscribe to their mailing lists to be informed about your next destination and meetings. There is a great chance that these like-minded people will be more than happy to help you.
• And when hope runs out, the Internet is always at your service. You can easily find a number of stores and individuals that sell the type of clothing that you need.
