Goldtop Leather Jacket

[treedoc_imp]

Hey fellas, just bought one of these Goldtop 1958 leather jackets from Urbanrider in the UK.

It is 1.4mm leather with a gold satin lining, it is a weighty bit of kit but the leather is really supple and its nice to put on. Feels like you could slide for miles in it...

I read a comment that the collar would flap annoyingly against the helmet, but it doesn't flap at all. I like the classic style, less is more! And you could easily remove the armor and wear it off the bike.

It has two internal pockets as well.

The main issue so far is the bugs show up on it, but at least it is easy to wipe down...

 

[Jfro5687_imp]

Nice that

 

[emptysea]

I like it. Clean lines. If the collar ever does start flapping, I’d bet some strategically placed Velcro could stop it without changing the look.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Fashion looks solid. Otherwise, cold weather riding would require extra neck protection.

I reckon it's intended for fair weather riding or better?

 

[PowerDubs_imp]

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Happy Daze.

 

[QimmiQ_imp]

What bike did the Fonz ride? I always thought it was a Triumph but that doesn’t look like it on the tank.

 

[the Ferret]

That is a 49 Triumph TR 5

 

[PowerDubs_imp]

I read somewhere that Henry couldn't actually ride- they pushed him off stage so he would roll onto the scene.

 

[Lord Popgun]

Trick question! Fonz never rode a bike (on-screen) as Henry Winkler can’t ride a bike due to dyslexia.

 

[treedoc_imp]

I havent got the hair for it, but..

aaaaayyyyy!

 

[PowerDubs_imp]

Nice!!

Just need a pair of Doc Martins now.

 

[Gone in 60]

Sweet jacket. Just don’t jump the shark with it.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Sweet jacket. Just don’t jump the shark with it.

lol. That was once a big deal on television.

 

[AndyMoore_imp]

I love how this leather looks!

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I love how this leather looks!

Hey - welcome to the Forum Andy.

 

[Gone in 60]

And here it is, currently on display at the Gilmore Museum in Michigan.
Their nomenclature said that a smaller model Triumph was chosen as it was easier for him to ride.

 

[EvaJordan_imp]

Hey, that jacket from Urbanrider is def a stylish choice!

 

[EvaJordan_imp]

If you're interested in the craftsmanship and tanning process of leather, you should definitely check out this informative read at What Is Leather Tanning? The Tanning Process & Best Tanning Methods . It adds a fascinating layer to your appreciation of leather goods.

 

[Nachodaddy]

Welcome to the Forum, EvaJordan. Do you have a CB1100, or are you still looking for the right one?