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When examining motorcycle pants, a jacket, or gloves, you may have seen a small CE mark on them.
So what does this mark really mean?
Is it just a logo added to the product, or is it a standard that provides important information about your safety?
In fact, this is one of the first things to consider when choosing motorcycle equipment.
Because the CE mark indicates that the equipment meets certain safety requirements. However, simply seeing the CE logo is not enough. What is important is knowing under which standard this mark is given and what level of protection the product has.
To better understand this topic, you can also check out our article explaining A, AA, and AAA safety levels and our article about Level 1 and Level 2 protectors.
What Does CE Certification Mean?
The CE mark is a conformity mark used on products that meet the safety, health, and environmental requirements set by the European Union.
In motorcycle equipment, this mark indicates that the product has undergone certain tests not only for everyday use but also as protective equipment.
In short, the CE mark is not a claim by the manufacturer; it is an indication of compliance with certain standards.
According to Which Standard Is Motorcycle Equipment Tested?
Today, jackets, pants, and similar protective equipment produced for motorcycle riders in Europe are evaluated according to the EN 17092 standard.
This standard;
· evaluates abrasion resistance,
· tear strength,
· seam strength,
· and the performance of impact protectors
using specific test methods.
That is, the safety of motorcycle equipment is determined not only by the thickness of its fabric but also by a combination of different tests.
How Did the A, AA, and AAA Levels Come About?
The EN 17092 standard acknowledges that not all motorcycle riders have the same riding conditions.
Therefore, instead of evaluating equipment at a single level, it defines different protection classes.
These are classified as;
A
AA
and
AAA
levels.
All of these levels are protective equipment that meet the CE standard.
That is, A-certified motorcycle equipment has also successfully passed the relevant tests and been found compliant with the standards.
As the level of protection increases, so does the expected performance of the equipment in tests.
Therefore, this is not about making a right or wrong choice, but about the rider's informed decision based on their purpose of use, riding habits, and expectations.
So Does Every Product with a CE Label Provide the Same Protection?
No.
This is one of the things riders most often confuse.
Two different products may both have a CE label.
However, one may be at level A, while the other is at level AA or AAA.
Therefore, simply looking at the CE logo is not enough.
Knowing what level of protection the equipment is certified for is just as important as the CE mark.
How SoHo Riders Views This
As SoHo Riders, our goal when developing products is not just to produce a product with a CE mark.
What is important to us is what level of protection the product meets and how it balances this with everyday comfort.
Therefore, we base our product development on safety standards and consider the real-world usage experiences of riders as an important part of the design process.
Because, in our opinion, the right equipment is not just one that passes tests, but one that the rider can use safely.
Conclusion
When buying motorcycle equipment, you should consider not only its appearance or price, but also which safety standards it meets.
The CE mark is the starting point of this journey.
However, for an informed rider, what is really important is knowing what tests and what level of protection are behind this mark.
As SoHo Riders, we believe that safe riding begins with the right equipment.
Therefore, our goal is not just to produce motorcycle equipment; it is also to share the right information that will help riders make informed choices about their equipment.
📌 Quick Information
CE: A conformity mark indicating that the product meets the relevant European safety requirements.
EN 17092: The European standard that determines which tests motorcycle rider equipment must undergo.
A / AA / AAA: Different protection levels defined within the scope of the EN 17092 standard.
SoHo Journal Note
This article was prepared for riders who want to make informed choices about motorcycle equipment.
In SoHo Journal, we address topics related to motorcycle life from a rider's perspective, from safety standards to equipment selection, from material technologies to real riding experiences.
Author: Soho Riders Team
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