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"Adventure" All-Season Lycra | Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts

"Adventure" All-Season Lycra | Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts

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CE-Level 2
Hips (extra protection on tailbone + thighs)
Size

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FAQ'S
FABRIC CARE
Armor Care / Installation

Ride comfortably in any season with our All-Season Lycra Motorcycle Shorts. These base-layer shorts provide breathability and flexibility, making them perfect for warm to mild weather.

Designed with CE-Level 2 armor at the hips. They offer superior impact protection without bulk. The soft, stretchy fabric ensures a snug yet comfortable fit under jeans, riding pants, or shorts. Whether you're on a long ride or a quick trip, these shorts provide all-day comfort and protection.

  • CE-LEVEL 2 ARMOR – Removable armor offers protection for tailbone, hips, and thighs (CE-Level 2 on hip. Tailbone and thigh are thin and lightweight)
  • All-Season Lycra™ - great for all-seasons
  • Soft, stretchy and comfortable
  • Ventilated crotch area
  • Base layer––wear these shorts under your favorite motorcycle pants or jeans.*
  • Lasts for years with proper care
  • Elastic ribbing at the bottom of the leg prevents riding up
  • Lasts for years with proper care
  • Soft, stretchy and comfortable
  • Armor/Pocket measurements: Tailbone armor- 5x8, Thigh 8.5x10, Hip Armor- 9x5.5

Popular Uses: Street Riding, Motocross, Adventure and Enduro Riding, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, One-wheel, Electric Unicycle, Electric Skateboard, Roller Skating, Street Hockey, etc. 

Protection and Comfort:

The Bohn Adventure Shorts are worn as a base layer under jeans or moto pants for the ultimate impact protection for the hip, tailbone and thigh protection. (*Note: Pants are designed for impact protection, not abrasion resistance. EU Customers)

Armor:

  • Offers 5 protection points: Tailbone (1), Hip (2), Thigh (2)
  • Comes standard with CE-Level2 Hip
  • High-performance shock absorption
  • Flexible—fits the curves of the body
  • Extremely comfortable
  • Lightweight
  • Tear and break-resistant
  • Repeat performance (rarely needs replacement after a fall/crash)
  • Armor measurements: Tailbone armor- 5.25 in (top) / 2.25 (bottom) wide x 8 in long x .23 inches thick – 1.75oz
    Thigh Armor- 8.5 in (top) / 7 in (bottom) wide x 10 in long x .23 inches thick
    Hip Armor- 9 in wide x 5.5 in tall x .35 in thick – 2.5oz each

Fabric and Design:

  • Ultra-Cool, lightweight, Lycra@ or our 100% Cool-Air Mesh with reinforced seams
  • Comfortable 4-way stretch fabric
  • Soft, fine mesh feels good against skin
  • Breathable comfort for hot, humid weather

Features:

  • 100% airflow throughout entire shorts
  • Stretchy mesh fabric keeps armor in place while giving you great range of motion
  • Removable armor for easy laundering
  • Virtually invisible under your favorite clothing
  • Non-shrink/non-run fabric

Benefits:

  • Cool and comfortable
  • Freedom of movement
  • Unisex design fits both men and women from S through XL
  • Lasts for years with proper care
  • Easy to launder, fast-drying

Popular Uses for Protection:

  • Motorcycle Riding – Street, Motocross, Enduro, Adventure 
  • Bicycling – Mountain Biking, BMX
  • Winter Sports – Snowboarding, Skiing
  • Adventure Sports – Skateboarding, Long Boarding, Onewheel®, Barefoot Skiing
  • Performers – Historical Reenactments, Television and Film Industry
  • Roller Derby – Jammers, Blockers, Pivots
  • Medical – Helps prevent injuries from falls related to balance or other medical issues

Q: What type of protection do these shorts offer me?
A: Our Cool-Air Mesh Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts offer 5-points of protection for hips, tailbone and thighs (CE-Level 2 on hips.) Low-profile armor fits comfortably and hugs the vulnerable corners of your body. The armor stays in place and won’t move around. Elastic ribbing at the bottom of the leg prevents riding up.

Q: Will the fabric tear or rip when I put it on? It looks delicate.
A: No, this fabric should not tear or rip when putting it on. It is actually quite strong but lightweight. With just a little mindfulness, these shorts can last for decades and provide long-lasting protection. Just ask the 1000s who already own a pair. We always recommend putting on the shorts with care and be careful not to tug too quickly to avoid undue stress on the seams. We also recommend that you wash this garment often and do not leave salt residue from salty air or sweat on it for long periods of time. Like any fabric, the salts can eat away at the stretchiness of the material.

Q: Why would I choose the shorts instead of the full-length pants?
A: Our Cool-Air Mesh Motorcycle Riding Shorts have the exact same armor in the hip, thigh and tailbone as our original Cool-Air Armored Pants. They just stop above the knee. They are extremely popular for motocross and downhill mountain bike use where riders use separate, heavy-duty or specialty knee/shin guards. They are also great for road racers to wear underneath their leathers.

Other popular alternative uses reported by our customers have been snowboarding, skateboarding, historical reenactments, barefoot skiing and roller derby.

Note: Since these use the same armor as our Adventure Pants, you may wish to purchase a fully armored pair of the full-length pants and add a fabric shell in the shorts version for versatility in your Bohn Bodyguard System.

Q: Are the shorts abrasion-resistant?
A: The main design function of our Motorcycle Shorts is impact protection. While the armor pieces offer some abrasion resistance in a fall, the shorts are not reinforced with Kevlar® or Cordura®. Our goal with our shorts is to keep the armor right where you need it, if you need it. The armor stays snug to your body and won’t flop around like riding pants do.

Most of our customers wear our shorts with a pair of jeans or riding pants and find that those two alone provide plenty of protection in a crash. However, adding a pair of Kevlar® pants over these motorcycle shorts would be the perfect combination.

Q: Won’t these shorts be HOT?
A: By no means. These motorcycle shorts are actually quite cool. They are made of a very soft, stretchy mesh material that lets air pass right through to help keep you cool and comfortable.

We recommend you read the reviews to determine if these will work for you.

Q: Will they look bulky under my jeans?
A: No, not at all. Oftentimes, no one will ever know you are wearing them.

Q: Do these have a chamois lining?
A: There is no chamois lining but the mesh fabric is smooth and comfortable against the skin.

Q: Do I need to purchase a larger-sized pair of riding pants so these fit under them?
A: In our experience (and 1000s of others) you do not need to purchase a new pair of larger pants to fit over our motorcycle shorts. This is because the fit is streamlined and the armor conforms to the body to prevent additional bulk.

Q: Do I have to wear underwear with these?
A: That is a personal choice that we leave up to our customers, but most riders choose to wear undergarments with their Cool-Air shorts for cleanliness, hygiene and modesty reasons. Remember these shorts are somewhat “see-through”.

Q: Can I get them with a fly?
A: While our full-length pants are available with a fly opening, our shorts are currently only offered in the unisex (non-fly) style.

Q: What is the difference between your Adventure and Cool-Air Shorts?
A: The Adventure Shorts are made from a stretchy, mid-weight Lycra® fabric with a ventilated crotch panel. The Cool-Air Shorts are made entirely from a stretchy, lightweight elastic mesh material. Both types of shorts have tailbone, hip, and thigh armor. Adventure Shorts have consistently been popular among our all-season riders. The Cool-Air Shorts are popular for people who ride in very hot and humid climates.

Q: I am in between sizes, how do I know which one to choose?
A: Great question. If you are in-between sizes or you are having trouble fitting into our size chart, give us a call 704-663-0351 or email us at bohn@bohnarmor.com. We are more than happy to help. Indicate your waist, inseam, height and weight if you would like.

Another option: Oftentimes, customers will order one size fully armored and then a fabric shell in another size and return the fabric shell of the one that does not fit. This saves time and money in the long run should you order the wrong size.

We do ask that you contact us via telephone or email to request an RMA number and let us know which size you are sending back.  This helps to expedite your return within our facility.

I want to order for a friend, but I am unsure of their size.

If you are ordering for a friend, give us a call – 704-663-0351. We can help size that person or you can always opt for a gift certificate.

Lycra and Mesh Shirts, Pants and Shorts Instructions: 

Follow the steps below to ensure long-lasting wear and care:

  1. Pull the fabric back on the armor pockets to remove the armor. (Note: failure to remove armor may cause damage to the fabric shell.)
  2. Wash fabric shells on a low-temperature setting and gentle cycle or hand wash. Do not dry clean!
    White Summer Mesh shirts must be washed with white clothes only or by hand. Discoloration due to washing with colored garments, leaving sunscreen on the garment too long or stains are not warrantied. 
  3. We recommend using an activewear detergent when laundering your garments to maintain the integrity of the stretch in the fabric.
  4. Do not wash Bohn fabric shells with items that have Velcro®, hooks or accessories that could catch and snag the fabric or with garments that have not been washed before. 
  5. Dry shells at a low temperature or best to just hang them dry.
  6. We recommend removing the armor from your Bohn gear from time to time to clean it as detergent residue, salt (including body salt) and moisture can stick to it and could negatively affect the armor.
  7. Armor pieces should NOT be placed in the washing machine or dryer, but may be wiped clean with a damp cloth if they become soiled.  
  8. When dry, reinsert the armor pieces into their respective pockets and pull the pocket flaps into place. This ensures the armor will stay in the proper position.

Please NOTE:

  • Our garments are made with Lycra® and must be washed regularly. Salt air and sweat left on the garment can break down the Lycra® in the garment so it is imperative that they be washed regularly and not stored for long periods of time with salt or sweat on them.
  • Also, pilling can occur if the garment is consistently rubbing against something that agitates the garment (i.e., tag, plastic, loose seam, etc.), so please be certain you do not have an overgarment that could agitate the fabric. If you start seeing pilling, turn your jeans, pants, or jacket inside out and feel for the item that is rubbing on your garment.

**Lack of care, pilling of garments, rips, tears, or lingering smells are not covered under our warranty.

With proper care, our garments can last years. We wish you many years of riding protection!

Cleaning:
We recommend removing the armor from your Bohn gear from time to time to clean it as detergent residue, salt (including body salt) and moisture can stick to it and negatively affect the armor.

Armor pieces should NOT be placed in the washing machine or dryer, but may be wiped clean with a damp cloth if they become soiled.

Temperature:
We recommend storing your protectors in temperatures above 60 degrees. Extreme temperatures will not affect the effectiveness of the protector, but extreme cold in addition to stress on the protector (ie. bending of the armor when cold) can cause the pieces to crack.

A such, do not stress the protectors in extremely cold weather conditions. (For example, leaving pieces in a cold garage and then putting them on can cause armor with articulation to crack at the articulation points.)

Just use good judgment when wearing the protectors and try your best to keep them against your warm body. DO NOT use frozen protectors–bring them inside to warm up and then use.

Warranty:
Limb armor, like your helmet, has an expiration date typically 5-10 years from manufacture.

If you have Bohn armor that is 5-10 years old and is "crumbling", you need to replace it. If only one piece is crumbling, the other pieces are sure to follow. This means your armor has expired and all pieces should be replaced as they were likely manufactured at the same time.

Cracking of Level 2 armor pieces is not warrantied as this means one of two things:

  • The armor placement is incorrect on your body (see proper placement graphic below).
    OR
  • It has been subjected to cold extreme temperatures and then bent or used while frozen or cold.

If your protector is affected and you are confident that you have taken care of your protector, please give us a call.

Armor Installation

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 26 reviews.

THE THIGH ARMOR MAKE MY LEGS TOO TIGHT IN MY SUIT SO I TOOK THEM OUT. I HAD A LOWSIDE LAST WEEKEND. LANDED ON MY RIGHT HIP I DIDN'T FEEL A THING. I DO WISH THE LENGTH OF THESE SHORTS WENT BELOW THE KNEE LIKE CALF LENGTH

Lawrence H. 3/5 Verified

"Adventure" All-Season Lycra | Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts

It’s not easy to find equipment that doesn’t intrude on your current writing book or uncomfortable yet still protect you in full way. I’ve been every day for training and they don’t bother, they don’t get swapped or sweaty, they are easy to watch and to be quite honest I forget that I’ve been with them, but it’s nice to k is they are there. Very very happy.

Quinn R. 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" All-Season Lycra | Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts

I bought a pair of Aerostich utility pants last year but they didn’t come with hip armor. The Aerostich hip pads are expensive for what you get so I thought I’d try the Bonn shorts with hip armor. The beauty of this combination is I can jump out of the utility pants with a pair of Bonn light weight shorts underneath that allows me switch to hiking shorts when I get to a location where I don’t want to walk around in full on riding pants. I get level 2 hip protection with versatility.

Jim G. 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season Lycra™

Only 4 stars because my wife and I haven't had a chance to use them yet. We got them for an upcoming tour of Italy. They do look and feel good and we received excellent advice from staff on sizing and whether to get the summer or all-season version.

Paul W. 4/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

I would honestly say you can probably size down with these I wear a woman's 6-8 and the small is roomie! Other wise amazing product love how you can buy multiple sleeves. They have held up really well after wash.

Miab 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

I used the All Season shorts with CE2 armor and I was drenched in sweat in the entire shorts area during spring California riding. I'll have to hang the shorts or flip it inside-out to dry the sweat causing the padding to shift and fold, maintenance becoming an inconvenience. The coccyx armor pocket seam was unraveling and Bohn right away exchanged my new shorts, accidently sending me the Cool Air Mesh shorts. Sweating only in the armor area and dry on the rest, and the material feels like it will last just as long as the All Season shorts. Definitely 5 Stars for the Mesh. I'll add any basic shoulder armor in my rear pockets for added butt protection. Very comfortable riding my Harley with confidence.

Will 4/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

I've been wanting Bohn armor ever since I first decided to get a motorcycle. These shorts secure very well around your waist, provided you picked the right size of course (the small fit perfectly), and end a few inches above your knee. Wear a pair of normal shorts over these and nobody will notice you have them on. Very discreet- a HUGE plus! These shorts are very comfortable too- don't let the photo deceive you. When I first saw this picture, I thought basically I'd be riding in spandex sausage casings with metal plating inserts. No big deal, you do what you must to keep yourself safe while out riding! When I first put them on though, it felt like I was just slipping on a pair of briefs. I would ride my motorcycle to work and spend eight hours standing, walking, and sitting, without any discomfort whatsoever. I'd get home to change and suddenly remember that I had these things on. No restriction of movement whatsoever. You can use these shorts for anything too- not just riding. I've used these on bicycle trips, sporting events, and even when practicing parkour. These shorts are ideal for the active, adventurous person no matter what the activity is. The only issue is the tag- it's big and itchy, but you can take it off no problem or pull your underwear up over it to block it. Next to my helmet this is the piece of armor that I love most. Practical, ergonomic, versatile, and secure, I'd trust these in any situation to keep my lower body safe from impact and abrasion. I'd recommend these to anyone and everyone. Buy this- you won't regret it.

E-review 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

Just replaced my original shorts after 13 years of steady use from road racing, coaching, trackdays and of course street riding... In my opinion, quality like that is rare anymore! I am small in stature and ordered a Small for a 32" waist and they fit perfect... Enjoy your bohn purchase

E-review 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

I wear a size 29 waist jeans . When purchasing a pair or riding jeans, 30 was as small as they went ( bought from a different store) . The riding jeans came with sewn in protection pockets but without the actual protectors. When I got a pair of ce approved protectors for hips and knee (- again, from a different store) they felt small, and were out of place. I ended up getting this pair of shorts in small. They are exactly what I needed. I definitely feel protected when I have them on, the armor is well placed, and larger then the individual pieces I had ordered previously , the pants fit snug and don't move about when riding. well done Bohn. Thank you for a great product and shopping experience. All the best.

E-review 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

I love my new shorts. Got to try them out on a 2-day trip through northern New Hampshire/Vermont earlier this week.One of the best things about these shorts is that you don't even know you have them on.My riding buddy Mark says he wants a pair now.I gave him all your info. Thanks for a great piece of gear.

E-review 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

I laid my bike down at Infineon today. I was wearing your Adventure shorts under my leathers. Not only was I uninjured, it didn't even hurt when I hit the track. You might consider renaming them Magic shorts.

E-review 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

Bought the Bohn full length pants first (Love 'em!) and bought these as a shell because the armor is the same in both. I use these when mountain biking and when riding off road on my dirt bike because they don't come with knee armor.

E-review 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season

I give Bohn a 5 for great customer service on the phone and fast delivery. The shorts fit very well and are true to size. A medium is, in fact, a medium. The shorts are comfortable and the armor covers all the body parts as promised. I purchased them mainly for trail riding and I hope I never have to put them to the test. But I have some confidence that they will stand up to punishment and I think they will stand up to the asphalt, as well.

Dale E. 5/5 Verified

"Adventure" Armored Motorcycle Riding Shorts - All-Season