# Motorcycle riding gear: Leather vs. synthetic

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**Category:** Factual Questions\
**Created:** [July 28, 2003, 3:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/motorcycle-riding-gear-leather-vs-synthetic/191365 "2003-07-28T03:19:06Z")\
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you might also call the guys at SYED in orlando, they did all the repairs on my suit and did a great job. They will custom make a suit or jacket for you, you design it, and pick the colors, and the accessories.

> **[Syed Leathers - Racing suits, repairs and alterations](https://www.syedleathers.com/)**
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> Durable racing leathers, alterations and repair. When you buy a SYED suit you get top-quality materials, locally sourced and made in the USA. Our custom suits are made to fit ensuring you have a safe and comfortable ride.

Dainese would be my favorite off the rack, mostly due to their designs…I don’t think you would find much quality difference in any of the top companies (Kushitani, Nankai, Dainese, Wintex, etc)

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