Men’s Vintage Brown Leather Chaps – Motorcycle Riding Protective Gear
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Men’s Vintage Brown Leather Chaps – Motorcycle Riding Protective Gear
Fit
Standard sizes run XS–9XL. If your chest and length fall into different sizes, we build to your measurements — no extra design charge.
Measure over a t-shirt, tape snug but not tight. Not sure? Leave it blank and put your usual jacket size in the notes — we’ll come back to you before cutting.
Leather As shown
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Lining As shown
Pockets As shown
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Hardware As shown
Personalisation None
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The Blacktop Gear Vintage Brown Leather Chaps are men's motorcycle chaps in distressed brown leather, worn over jeans for wind and abrasion protection on the bike. They fasten with an adjustable belt at the waist, carry a thigh pocket and close at the ankle with snaps. Handmade to order in sizes 26 to 46 from $180, with free delivery within the USA.
Design & Build
Chaps are leg protection you pull on over your normal trousers. The shell is genuine leather with a hand-rubbed vintage-brown finish that reads broken-in from day one. The open-seat, over-trouser design means they add wind and abrasion protection to the front and sides of your legs without the heat of a full leather trouser.
An adjustable leather belt with grommets and a buckle sets the waist, and the leg opening at the ankle closes with snaps so they pull on and off over boots. A slash thigh pocket gives you somewhere to stash keys or a phone, and the legs are cut long to cover down to the boot.
The leather is substantial enough for real road use while staying supple, and the distressed finish keeps developing character with wear.
Specifications
| Brand | Blacktop Gear |
| Leather | Genuine leather |
| Colour | Distressed vintage brown |
| Style | Open-seat motorcycle chaps (worn over trousers) |
| Waist | Adjustable belt with grommets and buckle |
| Ankle | Snap closure |
| Pockets | Slash thigh pocket |
| Sizes | Waist 26–46 |
| Made to order | 2–3 weeks |
| Price | From $180 USD |
| Design | US brand, designed in the USA |
| Manufacture | Handmade in Blacktop Gear's own factory |
| Shipping | Free delivery within the USA |
| Returns | 30 days |
Who buys these chaps
- Riders who want leg protection without a leather trouser. Chaps go over your jeans and add wind and abrasion cover to the front of the legs.
- Cold-weather and long-haul riders. The extra leather layer cuts the wind on the highway and pulls off easily off the bike.
- Anyone after the classic look. Distressed brown chaps are a timeless piece of riding gear.
How riders wear them
Pull them on over your jeans or trousers, set the waist belt and snap the ankles closed over your boots. The open seat keeps you cool where a full trouser would not, while the front and sides take the wind. They sit well with a matching brown or black leather jacket.
Size Chart — Men's Leather Motorcycle Pants
Chaps are sized by waist (26–46). Measure your waist where the belt sits and pick the closest size — the thigh and length figures below help you check the fit over your trousers. Each value shows inches and centimetres.
| Point of measurement | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waist (top belt) | 29" / 74cm | 30" / 76cm | 32" / 81cm | 34" / 86cm | 36" / 91cm | 38" / 97cm | 40" / 102cm | 42" / 107cm | 44" / 112cm | 46" / 117cm | 48" / 122cm |
| Thigh | 24" / 61cm | 24.75" / 63cm | 25.75" / 65cm | 26.75" / 68cm | 27.75" / 70cm | 28.75" / 73cm | 29.75" / 76cm | 30.75" / 78cm | 31.75" / 81cm | 32.75" / 83cm | 33.75" / 86cm |
| Leg opening (bottom) | 16" / 41cm | 16.5" / 42cm | 17.25" / 44cm | 18" / 46cm | 18.75" / 48cm | 19.5" / 50cm | 20.25" / 51cm | 21" / 53cm | 21.75" / 55cm | 22.5" / 57cm | 23.25" / 59cm |
| Front rise (no belt) | 9" / 23cm | 9.25" / 23cm | 9.5" / 24cm | 9.75" / 25cm | 10" / 25cm | 10.25" / 26cm | 10.5" / 27cm | 10.75" / 27cm | 11" / 28cm | 11.25" / 29cm | 11.5" / 29cm |
| Inseam | 33" / 84cm | 33.25" / 84cm | 33.75" / 86cm | 33.75" / 86cm | 34.25" / 87cm | 34.25" / 87cm | 34.75" / 88cm | 34.75" / 88cm | 35.25" / 90cm | 35.25" / 90cm | 35.75" / 91cm |
Measurements are taken flat on the finished garment. For the full measuring guide see our Size Guide. If you fall between sizes we build to your own measurements at no design charge.
Frequently asked questions
Are chaps worn over trousers?
Yes. Chaps are open-seat leg protection worn over your jeans or trousers — they cover the front and sides of your legs and leave the seat open.
Is the leather real?
Yes, genuine leather with a hand-rubbed distressed brown finish.
How do they fasten?
An adjustable belt with grommets and a buckle at the waist, and snap closures at the ankles so they pull on over boots.
Will the distressed finish wear off?
The worn look is intentional — it ages and softens with use rather than fading away.
Which size should I order?
Chaps are sized by waist. Measure your waist where the belt sits and match it to the chart. Between sizes, send your measurements and we build to them at no extra charge.
How long does it take?
Each pair is made to order in about 2–3 weeks, then shipped free within the USA.
Can I change the colour or details?
Yes. The leather colour, pockets and hardware are all open on a custom build — tell us what you want and we quote it before you order.
Where is it made?
Blacktop Gear is a US brand. Every piece is designed in the USA and handmade in our own factory rather than outsourced to a third-party manufacturer — which is how we control the leather grade and the stitching on every order. Delivery within the USA is free.
Make it your own
Every part of these chaps can be built to your spec — a different leather colour, added pockets, changed hardware, or your own measurements if you fall between sizes. Standard sizing carries no design charge. Start your build on our custom leather gear page.
Shipping
Allow 1-2 weeks for this product to be shipped..
We offer express worldwide shipping on all orders.
Returns
We have a hassle-free return policy of 30 days.
If you don't like the item or find any issues, you can request a return for a refund or exchange within 30 days of receipt.
Standard size orders can be returned for a full refund or exchange.
Made-to-measure or other customized orders can only be returned for alteration.
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Do's
Use a soft, dry, or slightly damp cloth to clean your leather bag.
Apply a dedicated quality leather cleaner once or twice a year.
Use leather conditioner to moisturize & prevent flaking and wrinkling.
Store your leather bag in a dust bag to avoid scratches.
Don'ts
Do not wash, bleach, or tumble dry your leather bag
Do not use cleaning products containing alcohol to prevent discoloration.
Do not keep your bag near direct heat sources.
Avoid plastic bags for storage. Use a ventilated soft fabric case.
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