What is BS EN 17092-5 about?
BS EN 17092-5 is the fifth part of a series of European standards on protective garments for motorcycle riders.
BS EN 17092-5 specifies general requirements for motorcyclists’ protective garments of Class B: protective garments, which are intended to provide limited protection to the wearer against abrasion injury. It applies to protective garments for motorcycle on-road use.
BS EN 17092-5 define the basic performance requirements considered essential for protective garments according to the risks they may encounter, during various riding activities and in different riding environments.
Note: Class B garments do not offer impact protection and it is recommended that they be worn with, at least, EN 1621-1 shoulder and elbow impact protectors, in the case of a jacket, or EN 1621-1 knee impact protectors, in the case of trousers, in order to offer complete minimum protection.
Who is BS EN 17092-5 for?
BS EN 17092-5 on protective garments for motorcycle riders is relevant to:
- Protective garments manufacturers
- Motorcycle protective equipment manufacturers and suppliers
- Motorcycle manufacturers
- Road safety departments
Why should you use BS EN 17092-5?
Protective garments for motorcycle riders are essential to protect the rider from severe injuries in the event of a crash or accident. Hazards encountered during a motorcycle accident may include: impact with and abrasion from the riding surface, impacts with the rider’s motorcycle, conflicting vehicles, and other objects. In this regard, Class B is for specialized garments, designed to provide the equivalent abrasion protection of Class A garments but without the inclusion of impact protectors.
With the markings of risk category zones, performance requirements for Class B garments covered under BS EN 17092-5 ensures safety of riders, irrespective of extent of impact or mechanical stress, in the event of an accident. The zones are identified as the areas of motorcyclists’ protective garments that have:
- Zone 1: High risk of damage e.g. impact, abrasion, and tearing
- Zone 2: Moderate risk of damage e.g. abrasion and tearing
- Zone 3: Low risk of damage e.g. abrasion and tearing
Adhering to performance requirements in compliance with BS EN 17092-5, will assure end-product users with a high degree of protection from impact and abrasion without reducing the ability of the rider to control the motorcycle. As a result, you will be able to foster credibility and reliability for your products, that can ultimately enhance prospects for access to newer markets.
