When you can't try something on, how can you be sure you're picking the correct size? Different manufacturers, different riding postures, no two body types the same, and knowing that YOU are gonna pick up the costs of back and forth shipping if you choose the wrong size … it's practically enough to bring on an anxiety attack! Okay, let's relax. While sizing may never be an exact science — too many variables — we can suggest some ways that will greatly increase your chances of getting it right the first time.

MEASURE YOURSELF! Or have a friend do it (this can be fun). Don't think that because your favorite Walmart camo hunting jacket in size 48 fits you perfectly, that's the size motorcycle jacket you should order. Motorcycle apparel is made differently. BMW has prepared a very good Measurement and Sizing guide and we strongly suggest you read it and take the time to get measured correctly.

DOWNLOAD the guideline HERE. (Two page PDF, quick, easy, accurate. Use it!) Let US try the garment on FOR you. Sounds a little kinky, huh? Well, you should download the measurement guideline and go through that process first, and if you're still hesitant to commit to a size, just maybe one of the 35-or-so employees here will be a close enough body double to you that a trial fit will do the trick. We have people here of every size, shape, and gender: tall, short, skinny, average, fat, fatter (… and fatter still). Call and give us all your particulars (might as well forget about your dignity) and we'll take it from there. One caution: we ask that you be patient — especially during the 11 months of the year that make up our BUSY season. It may take time to find the right model and then get him or her to drop everything to try on the item you want to buy. But we'll git 'er done.

Click HERE to download a printable tape measure.