Vintage 1960s black leather biker jacket - cafe racer - Bates of California - 40” chest - motorcycle - original hand painted lucky 13 ace

A black leather cafe racer biker jacket by classic US motorcycle leather makers Bates of California, dating from the late 1960s. Noted flaws - uneven colour fading throughout, the original main zipper has been professionally replaced by a smooth-running double ended YKK with a Chief’s head coin pull (it fastens all the way up, but was too snug for the mannequin it is photographed on), small surface nick at the upper left sleeve - please see photos. Excellent condition otherwise, all seams are solid, original lining is in excellent condition, original Conmar zippers at the cuffs run smoothly, original hand painted lucky 13 ace at the front right chest, two zip up chest pockets with pocket bags intact and smooth original Conmar zippers, DOT press stud at the collar fastens as it should, action back for ease of movement, beautiful patina, excellent quality, weighs just under 1.8kg, suitable for everyone. Bates we’re a well renowned company making professional motorcycle racing leathers in Southern California. Please ask before purchase if you’d like more photos.

Measurements taken lying flat -

Pit to pit - 20” (40” doubled)
Shoulders - 17.5”
Arms - 24”
Length - 25”
Waist at hem - 19” (38” doubled)

Please check your measurements carefully!