Richa Torque Prime Motorcycle Jeans - Short Black | AA Rated Aramid D3O

The Richa Torque Prime Jeans in Short Black are AA rated motorcycle jeans built for riders who want genuine protection in a jean that looks and fits like a regular pair of trousers. The straight cut is classic and relaxed - not a slim fit that restricts movement, not an obviously motorcycle-specific silhouette that looks out of place off the bike. The Aramid fibre construction and standard-fit D3O Level 1 Ghost armour at the knees and hips deliver the protection the AA rating requires, while the mesh liner keeps air moving on warmer days.

AA rated - what it means: The AA rating is the second-highest abrasion resistance rating under the CE EN 17092 motorcycle clothing standard, which replaced the older single-zone testing with a more comprehensive assessment of the whole garment. An AA rated jean has been tested to withstand significantly more abrasion than an A rated alternative - the difference matters most in a slide, where the time the fabric holds before failing determines the severity of road rash. For everyday riding jeans, AA is the rating that serious riders look for.

Aramid fibre construction: Aramid fibres - the same family of materials as Kevlar - provide the abrasion resistance that gives the Torque Prime its AA rating. Unlike denim, which tears quickly in a slide, Aramid fibre is engineered to resist abrasion and maintain its integrity under the friction of a road surface. The single-layer construction keeps the jean looking and feeling like a regular pair of trousers while the Aramid does the protective work invisibly within the fabric.

D3O Level 1 Ghost armour - fitted as standard:

• D3O Ghost armour at both knees and hips - included, not optional
• Level 1 CE certified impact protection
• D3O Ghost is one of the thinnest and most flexible armour options available - it moves with the joint rather than restricting it
• Soft and pliable at normal temperatures, stiffens on impact to absorb and distribute force
• Ghost armour sits close to the body without the bulk of traditional hard armour

Mesh liner for all-season comfort: The internal mesh liner adds a layer of comfort against the skin while allowing air to circulate through the jean on warmer days. For a single-layer Aramid jean, the mesh liner is the detail that makes the difference between a jean that's comfortable on a warm summer ride and one that becomes uncomfortable within the first hour. It also helps the jean sit and move correctly on the body rather than clinging to the Aramid fabric.

Short leg length: The Short fit is designed for riders with a shorter inside leg measurement - a specific sizing that's often overlooked in motorcycle jeans ranges but makes a significant difference to how the knee armour sits. Correctly positioned knee armour requires the jean to be the right length for the rider - a standard length jean on a shorter rider will place the armour below the knee, where it provides no protection in a fall. The Short fit ensures the D3O Ghost armour sits where it needs to be.

On and off the bike: The straight cut and classic black denim appearance mean the Torque Prime works as everyday trousers as well as riding jeans. There's no obvious motorcycle branding, no reflective panels on the outside, no silhouette that marks them out as protective gear. For riders who commute or who want to wear their riding gear throughout the day without changing, the Torque Prime is a practical choice.

Specifications:

• Safety rating: AA (CE EN 17092)
• Construction: Single-layer Aramid fibre
• Armour: D3O Level 1 Ghost - knees and hips (fitted as standard)
• Liner: Mesh
• Fit: Classic straight cut
• Leg length: Short
• Colour: Black
• Brand: Richa

The Richa Torque Prime in Short Black is the AA rated riding jean for shorter riders who want genuine protection, D3O armour as standard, and a fit that works on and off the bike without compromise.