The fitment issue for Helite apparel products is a little different than most other motorcycle apparel. If you take a look at the Helite vest product, you’ll see that the key issue for fitment is matching your height to the recommended height range of the vest. With Helite’s apparel products where the air bag is built in, it is still important to get the right height air bag. So the first step in choosing a jacket size is to look at the size chart and see which size are recommended for your height, and secondly, see which size is OK for your max chest and belly. If you find a size that works for your height, chest and belly, you’re all set with a size choice! Those who are relatively short/stout or tall/skinny may not be able to find a size that gives the right height range and also have the chest belly be reasonable. If you have trouble finding a fit, I’d recommend buying a Helite vest and wearing it over your non-Helite riding gear.
We’ve listed the height ranges for each size below. Choose a size that works for your height and also one where your own chest and belly sizes are within a few inches of the max sizes listed below. For example, I’m 6’ with a 46” chest and a 42” belly, so I’d choose a size XL. Those with average proportions will choose the size they typically wear in men’s clothing.
| Vest Size | Height | Max Chest | Max Belly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 5’3” to 5’8” | 40” | 38” |
| Medium | 5’8” to 5’10” | 42” | 40” |
| Large | 5’8” to 6’ | 44” | 42” |
| XL | 5’10” to 6’2” | 46” | 44” |
| XXL | 5’11” to 6’3” | 48” | 46” |
| XXXL | 5’11” to 6’5” | 51” | 49” |
| XXXXL | 5’11” to 6’6” | 54” | 52” |
| 5XL | 5’11” to 6’7” | 57” | 54” |
| 6XL | 5’11” to 7’ | 59” | 55” |