Why Aussie riders trust Dririder

Dririder is the ultimate home-grown success story, having provided protection for Aussie motorcycle riders since 1980. You’d be hard pressed to find a rider over those 43 years who hasn’t owned a least one Dririder item, while those who have owned one have likely owned many. And with Dririder’s renowned ‘made tough’ production standards, these products simply keep on keeping on.

Dririder’s longevity and trustworthiness as an Aussie favourite hasn’t come by chance. The brand’s commitment to quality, affordability, comfort, functionality and safety has long underpinned its on-going appeal, as has its appeal to a broad spectrum of riders, from commuters to long-distance tourers. And all while offering superb quality and performance for a realistic price.

Now, for 2023, the evolution of Dririder apparel continues, in its latest range of gear taking design, functionality and protection to the next level. There’s a contemporary edge found throughout the new 2023 Dririder collection, so riders don’t only benefit from the best protection possible, they’ll look the part too.

And with winter bearing down upon us, some of Dririder’s latest textile jackets come into sharp focus. These items might have all the practicality and flexibility riders demand through all seasons, but their added warmth and ability to keep the worst of winter at bay will surely be appreciated through the cooler months. Let’s take a closer look…

RRP: $399.95
Sizes: S–8XL (men), 8–22 (women)
Colours: Black/white or black/grey

Dririder’s quality and value propositions are perfectly encapsulated in its Climate Control Exo 4. This vented jacket features an outer shell made from 600D polyester, full-grain cowhide leather shoulder and elbows, Hitena – a high-performance polyamid yarn – and micro mesh.

The liner is Dri-Tex, an extremely durable and tough fabric that’s also waterproof and breathable, yet without the exorbitant price tag.

This all-seasons jacket has D3O CE Level 2 protectors in the shoulders and elbows, stretch panels in the chest, shoulders and elbows, pre-curved arms and a comfort collar, while riders can personalise the fit with arm and waist adjusters. And if you want to make it the full ensemble, there’s a zipper connector for matching Dririder pants.

RRP: $389.95
Sizes: XS–8XL (men), 6–24 (women)
Colours: Black or grey

Dririder has hit the sweet spot with the stunning Nordic V Airflow, which forms part of the company’s sports touring-focused range. Every part of the jacket has been meticulously designed, incorporating a host of practical features including five pockets (three external, two inner), comfort stretch panels, ventilation, safety stitching, heavy-duty zippers, multiple adjustment points, reflective print for night-time visibility, CE-endorsed armour and a detachable thermal liner.

On the safety front, the Nordic V boasts a Ripstop and cowhide outer shell – the former a woven fabric that is extremely resistant to tearing and ripping. The membrane is waterproof and breathable and made from Texland Reissa – completing what is yet another advanced, functional and value-packed textile product in the Dririder ‘armoury’.

RRP: $449.95
Sizes: XS–8XL
Colours: Black/grey/stone, black/grey/red or black/grey/orange

With more and more people falling for the joys of motorcycle travel, Dririder is at the forefront with its classy RX4 adventure jacket.

And because it’s adventure-based, the RX4 is tough, robust and user-friendly; its heavy-duty theme is clearly evident in features such as the 450D polyester outer shell, ballistic fabric in all high-impact areas, CE Level 2 protection in the shoulders and elbows, and premium Japanese-made YKK zippers.

The RX4 adapts to all weather conditions with its high-density polyester mesh and thermal quilted liner, and there’s a removable waterproof and breathable ‘destination’ jacket too, which can be worn separately when you’re off the bike.

Hydration is obviously paramount on long trips – especially in the outback – which is why the RX4 also has a dedicated hydration pocket with included bladder, or internal hangers if you want to use another bladder.

Comfort and practicality go hand in hand in the RX4, which also features a Neoprene collar, detachable sleeves, and five generously sized outer pockets.

RRP: $199.95 (vented), $219.95 (waterproof)
Sizes: XS–8XL (men), 6–22 (women)
Colours: Black

Dririder’s extremely light BVLD casual ‘soft shell’ jacket is available in vented or waterproof options to suit your lifestyle and preferred riding tastes. The waterproof option has the excellent Dri-Tex liner, and the outer shell is a highly functional blend of polyester and Tricot mesh – a fabric praised for its comfort and durability.

There’s shoulder and elbow protection as well as ventilation in the lower arms, plus lined pockets, a removable hood, zippered taffeta and arm and waist adjustment.

RRP: $349.95
Sizes: XS–8XL (men), 8–22 (women)
Colours: Dark grey

Dririder’s textile jacket specialisation seemingly knows no bounds, and the Explorer is yet another prime example. This jacket has the ability to withstand some of the harshest conditions going, both here and abroad, with protection and comfort delivered in equal measure courtesy of its Ripstop polyester shell and Texland Reissa liner.

Among its many other attributes is an ‘action stretch’ panel across the major pressure points to maximise comfort, along with globally recognised safety seams, a removable thermal liner, CE Level 2 armour and a high-density foam back protector (which can also be upgraded to CE-spec).

There’s no need to run the weather gauntlet this winter, thanks to Dririder’s range of waterproof gloves. Available in a variety of sizes and meeting the highest levels of certification in terms of protection and dexterity, these gloves will keep you safe and comfy, delivering maximum control in adverse conditions.

The expansive 2023 Dririder catalogue includes the following winter touring glove options, which all feature breathable and waterproof Dri-Tex membranes, drum-dyed goat leather palms and Velcro closures for a tailored fit.

RRP: $99.95

These gloves feature Soratex stretch panels for the fingers and wrist, a leather-covered knuckle, a Ripstop wrist and a smooth and soft Amara palm for superb feel at the handlebar.

RRP: $109.95

With similar features to the Storm Armoured (above), Dririder’s Tour-Tec2 gloves add thermal insulation to the mix as well as fur in the cuff lining and a premium bonded-fabric outer. There’s Amara in the fingers and a highly abrasion-resistant blend of SuperFabric and TPU in the knuckles and palm slider – SuperFabric is commonly applied to impact points in place of leather, while TPU is an extremely sturdy polyurethane.

RRP: $119.95

Ride through the elements with complete confidence with Dririder’s Hurricane gloves, which feature SuperFabric in the knuckle, fingers, palm slider and wrist as well as all the weather-beating attributes of its siblings.

While here we’ve highlighted some standout jackets and winter gloves, the 2023 Dririder apparel collection doesn’t end there. Also encompassing a huge arrange of textile pants, casual jackets, heavy-duty stretch jeans, jeggings, summer gloves, all-seasons gloves, adventure gloves, protective sneakers, boots, thermals, rainwear and more, it’s a one-stop shop for Aussie riders, no matter what the season or your preferred motorcycling pursuit.

Yes, Aussie riders trust Dririder – and that’s only set to continue with the superb new 2023 Dririder collection.

For more information on the 2023 Dririder range, speak with your local motorcycle accessories dealer or take a look at the 2023 Dririder catalogue.