Best cold weather motorcycle jackets

Top pick: Alpinestars Andes V4 Drystar. It's the classic cold-weather touring jacket done right — fully waterproof Drystar shell, a removable 100g body / 80g sleeve thermal liner you can pull out for milder days, and a touring cut that layers well over a sweater. The strongest all-rounder for commuting and winter touring.

Who the others suit:

• Dainese Tempest 3 D Dry — the most weatherproof of the bunch (20,000mm) with a removable thermal layer; best if you ride in real rain and want a lighter, more urban cut.
• Macna Ultimax 2.0 — laminated waterproofing plus CE Level 2 protectors and a detachable liner; best for riders who put protection first.
• RST Ranger Pro ADV — Level 2 armour at shoulders, elbows and back; best for adventure riders who want maximum impact protection.
• Alpinestars Bogota Pro Drystar — CE AA-rated adventure shell with a 100g/60g liner; best for mixed on/off-road touring.
• Scorpion EXO Optima II — big chest vents and 15k/10k waterproofing; best if you run hot and want one jacket for cold mornings and mild afternoons.
• Furygan Ice Track Ladies — a women's-specific cold-weather textile jacket.
• Nexgen Heat heated hoodie — not armoured riding gear, but a cheap heated layer to wear under a shell on the coldest days.

Check each listing's size and armour fit before buying — sizing varies a lot between these brands.