I want to buy a pair of chaps:

1.) Do you suggest a size bigger. Pants size 36" so chaps 38" ?
2.) I am seeing some pairs with zippers on back of thighs...will those zippers mar my seat...I mean the bike seat...my seat is already mared ?
3.) Where do you suggest to buy them ?

 

i'd suggest going to your next biker night/show...i'm sure someone is selling them...try on a pair

 

It's been my experience that sizes vary by manufacturer.

Trying them on is the best way to get a good fit.

Sammi

 

Stick with the zipper on the outside of the leg. You can see it to get the zipper started, and there's no worry about snagging/scratching the bike.

 

Jafrum.com. 39.95 Good quality

 

I've heard they have a great selection at any Village People concert.

 

The size of your thigh is what really matters.

 

This question probably belongs in one of the more general forums, but here goes...

Buy the same waist size as your pants. Don't go bigger.

Don't get chaps with the zippers on the back unless you're from San Francisco. I probably won't mar your seat, but it may mar your rep.

A good source with good prices is Cycle Gear. It looks like you're in B-More... I'll be there's a CG store not too far from you.

Good luck.

 

Definitely go someplace where you can try them on and have them shortened. We have a large leather shop here in town (Open Road Leathers) and they can alter them once you have decided on the pair you want. I would buy them a little snug as they have a tendency to stretch out after you've worn them for about a month.

 

Wow you can actually buy chaps ?
Sorry I live in the Uk I thought chaps only came as part of the H.O.G mebership pack as they are the only people you will ever see wearing them here. Everyone else on a harley/cruiser wears jeans either leather or denim. WHislt I admit chaps look good over a pair fo skin tight jeans on a girl I can never shake the YMCA/Blue Oyster bar image out of My head when I see men wearing them.