Start with the layer, not the size label
A jacket that fits over a T-shirt may feel different over a heavy sweater. Wear your planned winter layer while taking chest and waist measurements. Keep the tape level and comfortably close, then note the layer's thickness. Use the body rows in the chart below to find a starting size. The garment rows describe the general finished jacket, not your body.
The Northvale B-3-inspired bomber is a useful example because its current listing distinguishes a real sheepskin outer shell from a faux-fur-lined interior. That lining can change how a jacket feels over a knit. Do not infer extra room from its size name or from the exterior photograph.
Four checks when the jacket is zipped
Shoulders: The seam should sit near the shoulder point without pulling sharply when your arms move forward. Chest: Zip the jacket over your real layer and breathe normally. Waist: Sit and turn; the hem should not ride up uncomfortably. Sleeves: Reach forward as you would in daily use, then check wrist coverage. These are fit checks, not a promise of protective performance.
If you are between sizes, ask MOTOGRIP for the selected style's measured chest, shoulder width, sleeve and hem. Compare those figures with a jacket you own and like. A heavy lining or a deliberately close cut may require a different choice from a lightly lined style. Avoid choosing solely from a generic chart or automatically sizing up.
MOTOGRIP men's jacket chart — inches
| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest, garment | 42 | 45 | 48 | 51 | 54 | 57 | 60 | 63 | 66 |
| Chest, body | 35.5–37 | 38.5–40 | 41.5–43 | 44.5–46 | 47.5–49 | 50.5–52 | 53.5–55 | 56.5–58 | 59.5–61 |
| Waist, garment | 32 | 35 | 38 | 41 | 44 | 47 | 50 | 53 | 56 |
| Waist, body | 33.5–35 | 36.5–38 | 39.5–41 | 42.5–44 | 45.5–47 | 48.5–50 | 51.5–53 | 54.5–56 | 57.5–59 |
| Center back length | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 |
| Sleeve length | 26.65 | 26.9 | 27.25 | 27.5 | 27.9 | 28.15 | 28.5 | 28.75 | 29.15 |
| Across shoulder | 17.5 | 18.25 | 19 | 19.75 | 20.5 | 21.25 | 22 | 22.75 | 23.5 |
Source: MOTOGRIP size guide. This is a general men's jacket chart; confirm the chosen product's size options and style-specific fit before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Should I always order one size larger for winter?
No. Measure over the actual layer and compare the selected jacket's finished dimensions.
Is a body chest measurement the same as garment chest?
No. The garment needs enough room around your body and planned layers.
Does Northvale have natural shearling lining?
Its verified listing states a real sheepskin exterior and faux-fur lining. Those are separate materials.
What if my chest and waist point to different sizes?
Ask for the exact jacket measurements and prioritize comfortable closure at both points.
Review Northvale and the current size options before deciding.