{"product_id":"vintage-1970s-tt-easy-rider-cafe-racer-leather-jacket","title":"Vintage 1970s TT “Easy Rider” Café Racer Leather Jacket","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"336\"\u003eThere are certain jackets that stand apart without needing to be pushed, recognised more by those who know than explained to those who don’t. This is one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"716\"\u003eA genuine early 1970s Isle of Man TT “Easy Rider” café racer jacket, a design that has long been regarded as one of the defining pieces of the period. The stripe configuration is instantly recognisable, cutting clean through the body and sleeve, giving the jacket its identity without relying on anything else. These were never widely produced, and far fewer remain in strong, original condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eThe cut is true to the café racer style. Short in the body, clean through the chest, and built to sit close without excess. It carries that balanced, purposeful shape that came from use rather than design theory, made to work on the bike but just as relevant off it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eThe leather has a strong, even finish, with a natural depth that comes from age rather than wear. It holds its structure well, with a weight that feels right in hand, nothing light or insubstantial. The stripe detailing remains sharp and well defined, adding contrast and movement without overpowering the jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003eConstruction is straightforward and solid. A central zip runs clean through the front, supported by a simple collar and minimal detailing throughout. It does exactly what it should, without unnecessary additions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eThis jacket is in very good vintage condition and has clearly been well looked after. The leather remains thick, strong and supple, with a clean, even surface throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eThe outer leather shows light, honest wear in the usual areas, nothing excessive or out of place. It holds its structure well, the seams are sound, and all hardware functions as it should. The buckle straps show some light wear, consistent with age, and are of the same type used by makers such as Lewis Leathers and Belstaff during the period. The press studs are period correct Newey fittings from the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2264\"\u003eThe main zip, originally a Clix zipper, has been replaced in the workshop with a new YKK for reliability, along with one cuff zip where required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003eIt has been through the workshop for a specialist clean and a light conditioning, carried out to support the leather while preserving its original look and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"qaqioj\" data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2451\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003e• Original 1970s TT “Easy Rider” café racer jacket\u003cbr data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003e• Distinctive multi-stripe racing design\u003cbr data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003e• Heavyweight leather construction\u003cbr data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e• Classic short café racer cut\u003cbr data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2619\"\u003e• Period correct Newey press studs\u003cbr data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003e• Buckle straps consistent with Lewis Leathers \/ Belstaff of the era\u003cbr data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e• Replacement YKK main zip (original Clix removed)\u003cbr data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003e• One cuff zip replaced\u003cbr data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003e• Professionally cleaned and conditioned in workshop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2865\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"106v0hz\" data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2905\"\u003eGarment Measurements (Laid Flat)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003e• Chest (armpit to armpit): 23\"\u003cbr data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003e• Shoulders (seam to seam): 19\"\u003cbr data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2979\"\u003e• Sleeve length (shoulder to cuff): 27.5\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3023\"\u003e• Sleeve length (underarm to cuff): 19\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003e• Back length (collar seam to hem): 26\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3176\"\u003eBest suited to a 42\" regular chest or a 44\" slim fit. Please compare with a similar garment to ensure an accurate fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Revive Restore Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54341158863171,"sku":"EB5052","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/2232\/7107\/files\/IMG_7611.jpg?v=1775801088","url":"https:\/\/reviverestorevintage.co.uk\/products\/vintage-1970s-tt-easy-rider-cafe-racer-leather-jacket","provider":"Revive \u0026 Restore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}