Enduro21 takes a quick look at Leatt’s new, 2022 enduro and off-road jacket collection with an 4.5 X-Flow model used by Sandra Gomez in the Dakar Rally and the 5.5 Enduro as the main highlights.

Unlike some off-road clothing brands which mix too much MX into their riding gear, Leatt has its feet firmly into enduro with kit from head-to-toe designed and developed by riders like Jonny Walker. Their 2022 range is perfetc example and includes a new enduro jacket line-up: the 4.5 X-Flow and the 5.5 Enduro which boast genuine race-developed technology, function and ergonomics.

A large chunk of the enduro-riding world is in the middle of the winter right now and a well-designed riding jacket able to combat the different weather conditions is an essential part of any decent kit bag.

Protection, comfort and practicality all in one

What are the details that matter? Leatt claim “state of the art fabric that blends comfort, airflow, durability, abrasion resistance and the highest level of protection” for the 4.5 X-Flow model. It’s not marketing speak, Sandra Gomez used this jacket to complete her latest challenge: reaching the finish line of the Dakar Rally 2022.

We’re guessing it doesn’t need explaining but a modern rally jacket needs to function big time to help riders carry tools, food, water, hydration bladders, spare clothes, body armour and cope with the two extreme ends of desert temperatures.

4.5 X-Flow jacket main features:

• New lightweight, ventilated shell with X-Flow front and rear mesh plus Spandura stretch panels for comfort
• Pre-curved, zip-off arms
• Rear Internal hydration pocket suspension system to hold bladder for up to three litres
• Neck collar that works with or without neck brace
• Tailored cut for Moto riding with or without body armor
• Multi-row reinforced stitching for durability
• Brush Guard fabric for material protection over elbows
• Total of six pockets including chest pocket with water-resistant lining for valubles
• Rear reflective safety print
• Available in four colourways: Camo (v22), Black, Orange, Blue
• Sizes: S-XXL

Cost: £235/€279

5.5 Moto Enduro jacket main features:

• New lightweight, durable and water-resistant shell with Spandura stretch panels for comfort
• Pre-curved, zip-off arms and large zip-adjustable ventilation
• Rear Internal hydration pocket suspension system to hold bladder up to three litres
• Neck collar that works with or without a neck brace
• Tailored cut for Moto riding with or without body armor
• Multi-row reinforced stitching for durability
• Brush Guard fabric for material protection over elbows
• Total of nine pockets, including five water-resistant pockets and one touch screen pocket
• Rear reflective safety print
• Available in three colourways: Black, Orange and Blue
• Sizes: S-3XL             

Cost: £290/€329

More information: www.leatt.com