New Safety Standards for Motorcycle Equipment according to CE certification

Motorcycle gear must meet strict safety requirements to protect riders on the roads. According to European CE standards, gloves, boots, and protective gear undergo several tests to ensure they provide adequate protection in the event of an accident. Here is a summary of the key tests and standards for different types of motorcycle gear.

Gloves (CE Standard EN13594)
Gloves are tested to ensure they provide comprehensive protection in various situations. Tests include:

• Cuff length and glove retention: To prevent the rider's hand from being exposed in an accident.
• Tear and seam strength: To prevent the glove from ripping apart.
• Cut resistance: To avoid injuries from sharp objects.
• Abrasion resistance: To prevent injuries due to the roadway.
• Fit and ergonomics: To ensure that the glove is comfortable to wear while riding.
• Impact protection: To avoid injuries from hard objects.

Gloves are offered in three levels of protection:

• Level 1: Provides basic protection with minimal impact on ergonomics.
• Level 1 KP: Includes impact protection for the knuckles.
• Level 2 KP: Offers a higher level of protection but may be heavier and less ergonomic.

Boots (CE Standard EN13634)
Boots are tested for several important protective features which include:

• Height of the upper: To ensure adequate protection.
• Cut resistance: To counteract injuries from sharp objects.
• Abrasion resistance: To protect against injuries from the roadway.
• Fit and ergonomics: To ensure the boots are comfortable while riding.
• Transverse stiffness: To prevent injuries from compression.

The CE level for boots is divided into four sections (A, B, C, D), where each section is tested for either level 1 (basic protection) or level 2 (improved protection but with some ergonomic compromise). For example, level A indicates whether the boot provides ankle or shin protection.

Optional tests include protection for the ankle or shin, as well as water penetration resistance.

Impact protection (CE Standard EN1621)
Impact protection is an important element to prevent injuries in accidents. They are tested for:

• Minimum dimensions: To ensure that the protection covers sufficiently large areas.
• Impact protection: To protect against injuries from hard objects.
• Fit and ergonomics: To ensure that the protection is comfortable to wear.

Impact protection comes in two protection levels:

• Level 1: Offers basic protection with minimal weight and ergonomic impact.
• Level 2: Highest level of protection, but may be heavier and affect freedom of movement.

These tests and standards are crucial to guarantee the safety of motorcyclists and passengers. Riders should be aware of the equipment's CE levels and choose products that fit their needs and the type of riding they do. Safety should always be prioritized on the roads.