Fit guide · Peak Moto
Measure once. Order the right size.
Eight measurements, a little over two minutes, and no more guessing at a size chart. Take them once, write them down, and every jacket, pair of jeans, helmet, glove and boot gets easier to buy.
Two minutes of setup
Before you start
None of this needs to be precise to the millimetre. It needs to be consistent - the same tape, the same clothes, the same posture every time.
A soft tape measure
The dressmaker's kind. If you only have a builder's tape, use a piece of string and measure it against a ruler.
Light clothing
Measure over what you would actually wear under your gear - not a bulky jumper, not a winter jacket.
A second pair of hands
Easier and more accurate than doing it alone, especially for chest and hips. Ask us in store if you would rather we did it.
A natural stance
Stand relaxed, breathe out normally and keep the tape snug but not tight. Do not hold your breath or pull it in.
Watch first
The two-minute video guide
The video loads from YouTube only when you press play.
If you're struggling to find a video guide on how to get accurate measurements for your motorcycle gear shopping, we've shot a quick How-To video on what to do!
We'll cover the following measurements in just over 2 minutes:
- 1Bust/Chest*
- 2Waist
- 3Hips
- 4Mid-Thigh
- 5Inseam
- 6Head**
*Some jackets specify that your arms have to be down by your side, in which case you would follow the recommendations from the manufacturer.
**Note that you have to go around the occipital bone for most helmet measurements, which we didn't portray very accurately in the video.
Taking your measurements
The eight numbers worth having
Written out, in the same order as the video. Jot them straight into the card below as you go.
BUST / CHEST
Measure the circumference around the widest part of your chest and around the torso.
WAIST
Measure the circumference at the point in which you bend side to side.
HIPS
Feet together, measure around the widest part of your bum.
MID-THIGH
Measure your dominant leg. With that foot elevated on a stool, find the midpoint between your hip crease and knee. This is typically NOT the widest point.
INSEAM
Measure from the groin to the ankle bone, following along the leg.
HEAD CIRCUMFERENCE
Measure around the forehead and behind the occipital bone (bony prominence on the back of your head)
PALM CIRCUMFERENCE
With your hand softly closed, measure around the knuckle and across the palm.
FOOT LENGTH
With the back of your foot against a wall, pull a measuring tape from the wall to the end of your biggest toe. Choose the measurement of the longest foot.
Keep in mind that this is meant to be a general guide, and that some manufacturers specify body position when taking these measurements. It is always best to prioritise the instructions provided by the manufacturer over these generalised guidelines.
Keep your numbers
Your measurement card
Type your numbers in and they stay in this browser on this device, so the card is still filled in next time you visit. Nothing is sent to us. Print it, or copy it into an email if you would like us to check a size with you.
Numbers into sizes
Reading a brand's size chart
Your measurements do not change. The size on the label does - a 14 in one brand can be a 12 in another, and European, UK and US labelling all sit differently again. Always read the chart on the product you are looking at.
Follow the brand, not the label
Use the chart published for that exact garment and match your numbers to it. Ignore what size you usually buy - it tells you nothing across brands.
Body or garment measurements?
Some charts list body measurements, others list the finished garment. If a chart looks unusually roomy, that is why. Check which one you are reading before you size up.
Between two sizes?
Think about what goes under it and how it should sit. Armour needs to stay over the joint, so a jacket that is too big is not a safer jacket. When in doubt, ask us.
Not sure how to read your numbers?
Send them to us and we will match them against the chart for the piece you are looking at, or book a fit consultation and we can do the whole thing with you online.
Straight answers
Measuring, answered
What should I wear while measuring?
Light clothing - roughly what you would have on under your riding gear. Measuring over a hoodie will add centimetres you do not have, and you will end up in a jacket that flaps at speed.
How tight should the tape be?
Snug against the body but not compressing it. You should be able to slide a finger under the tape. Breathe out normally and stand as you would stand off the bike.
My measurements land between two sizes. Which do I take?
It depends on the garment and how you ride. Armour has to stay over your shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, so a bigger jacket is not automatically a safer one. Send us both numbers and the product you are looking at, and we will tell you which way we would go.
Do I really need my mid-thigh measurement?
For riding jeans and pants, yes. It is the measurement that decides whether knee armour sits where it should and whether the leg binds when you are in a riding position. It is also the one most people skip.
Can you measure me in store?
Yes, and we would rather you let us. It takes a few minutes at either shop, we will note it down for you, and it removes all the guesswork. Book a fit consultation or just drop in.
What if the size I order is wrong?
Send it back and we will sort it out. Our exchanges and returns page has the details, and there is no awkwardness about it - fit is the whole point.
Numbers in hand? Let us help you use them.
Book a fit consultation in Melbourne or Brisbane, or start browsing with your card beside you.