Speed and Strength review

Speed and Strength is the value pick for riders who want armor included without paying $500 or more. The Band of Brothers leather jacket costs $307.99 on ssgear.com, and its page lists a 1.0 to 1.1 mm natural drum-dyed cowhide frame with removable Vault CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow protectors plus a Level 1 spine protector. That back pad is the notable part: Dainese, Alpinestars and REV'IT all charge extra for one. Perforated panels and shoulder gussets help in warm weather, Lockdown waist adjusters keep the jacket in place, and belt loops attach it to riding pants. There is also a concealed carry pocket and a faceshield pocket. The trade-offs are a thinner hide than the American heritage makers and no EN 17092 garment class published on the page, so the abrasion rating of the whole jacket is unverified. Sizes run S to 3XL in a men's cut. We compared documented features and published prices; it scores highest on value of any brand here.

Who it is for

riders on a budget who still want armor in the box

Price

Band of Brothers leather jacket $307.99; Throttle Body leather jacket $299.99.

Band of Brothers Jackets 880365 Now: $307.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• 1.0 to 1.1 mm natural drum-dyed cowhide frame
• Removable Vault CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow protectors
• Level 1 spine protector included
• Perforated panels, shoulder expansion gussets and reflective trim
• Lockdown waist adjusters and belt loops for pant attachment

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Back protector is included, which most rivals sell separately
• Strength: $307.99 is the lowest price on this list for a jacket with armor fitted
• Strength: Armed Response concealed carry pocket and a faceshield pocket
• Weakness: No EN 17092 garment class is listed on the product page
• Weakness: Band of Brothers comes in men's sizes S to 3XL only
• Weakness: Thinner 1.0 to 1.1 mm hide than Vanson or Fox Creek

Key facts

• Jacket priced: Band of Brothers, $307.99
• Leather: 1.0 to 1.1 mm drum-dyed cowhide
• Armor included: CE Level 2 shoulders and elbows, Level 1 spine
• Sizes: S to 3XL
• Garment class: Not published

Where it ranks

Speed and Strength is No. 4 in our Best Leather Motorcycle Jackets verdict.