{"id":24806,"date":"2026-04-01T14:43:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T12:43:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/?p=24806"},"modified":"2026-04-01T14:50:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T12:50:35","slug":"what-is-homologation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/homologation-cest-quoi\/","title":{"rendered":"What is homologation?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\ud83c\udfcd\ufe0f Everything you need to know about motorcycle homologations: understanding the AAA, AA, A, B and C labels<\/h2>\n

When discussing approved motorcycle clothing, classes are often mentioned. AAA, AA, A, B or C<\/strong>. But what do these letters really mean? What are they used for? And how do you choose the right equipment for your practice? We'll explain it all simply.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd12 What is homologation?<\/h3>\n

A approval<\/strong> certifies that a motorcycle garment meets the following European safety standards<\/strong>. These tests are carried out by independent bodies (such as Alienor Certification) according to the standard. EN 17092<\/strong>.
This standard measures the abrasion resistance<\/strong>, to the tear<\/strong>, to the strength of the seams<\/strong> and the presence of protective measures<\/strong> (elbows, shoulders, back\u2026).<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc49 In short: an approved garment guarantees that it has been tested to protect you effectively in case of a fall.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc1 The 5 levels of certification<\/h3>\n

The standard EN17092<\/strong> classifies motorcycle clothing by 5 categories<\/strong> depending on their level of protection.<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd47 Class AAA \u2014 The most protective<\/h4>\n

\"CE<\/p>\n

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    EN17092-2 Standard<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Tested to withstand the most extreme conditions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Designed for sport bikers or long-distance riders<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Highly resistant materials, often more rigid or heavier.
    \ud83d\udca1 Ideal for track use or high-speed driving.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    \ud83e\udd48 Class AA \u2014 The right balance<\/h4>\n

    \"This<\/p>\n

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      EN17092-3 Standard<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      An excellent compromise between safety and comfort.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      High protection against impacts and abrasion, but more comfortable to wear every day.
      \ud83d\udca1 Perfect for daily commutes and long rides.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \ud83e\udd49 Class A \u2014 Urban protection<\/h4>\n

      \"CE<\/p>\n

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        EN17092-4 Standard<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Lighter level of protection, but still effective.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Softer, more breathable and comfortable fabrics.
        \ud83d\udca1 Designed for urban motorcyclists and riding in hot weather.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \ud83e\udde5 Class B \u2014 Abrasion resistance only<\/h4>\n

        \"CE<\/p>\n

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          EN17092-5 Standard<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Protects against abrasion, but without protective cases<\/strong>.
          \ud83d\udca1 To be worn with separate protective gear (vest, back protector, etc.).<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          \ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Class C \u2014 Protections only<\/h4>\n

          \"CE<\/p>\n

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            EN17092-6 Standard<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Corresponds to protective gear<\/strong> (knee pads, elbow pads, etc.) sold separately.
            \ud83d\udca1 Often used in conjunction with non-approved clothing.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            \u2699\ufe0f Why is this important?<\/h3>\n

            Motorcycle clothing, however stylish, is useless if it doesn't protect you. In the event of a fall, the abrasion from the asphalt can... ripping jeans in 0.3 seconds<\/strong>.
            The certification tests guarantee that your equipment will withstand several seconds, depending on its class, to let you time to slide without serious injury<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

            \ud83d\udc55 Choose your equipment wisely<\/h3>\n

            Some advice before buying:<\/p>\n

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              Always try on your garment in driving position<\/strong> (arms bent, back curved).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Check that the CE markings (EN1621-1 or EN1621-2)<\/strong> are in place.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Avoid clothes that are too tight or too loose: the protection must stay in place in case of a fall<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Replace your equipment after an accident, even if it appears undamaged.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              \ud83c\udf21\ufe0f And what about comfort in all of this?<\/h3>\n

              The higher the level of protection, the thicker and more rigid the materials.
              \ud83d\udc49 That's why brands offer different levels depending on the intended use:<\/p>\n

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                AAA \/ AA<\/strong> for maximum safety<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                A \/ B \/ C<\/strong> for comfort and lightness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                It's up to you to find the right balance according to your practice.<\/p>\n

                \ud83e\udde9 In summary<\/h3>\n
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                Class<\/th>\nProtection<\/th>\nRecommended use<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                AAA<\/td>\nVery high<\/td>\nTrack \/ Long journeys<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                AA<\/td>\nHigh<\/td>\nRoute \/ Daily<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                HAS<\/td>\nAverage<\/td>\nCity \/ Summer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                B<\/td>\nAbrasion alone<\/td>\ntechnical underwear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                C<\/td>\nProtections only<\/td>\ntechnical underwear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

                \ud83d\udcac In conclusion<\/h3>\n

                Choosing approved equipment means drive more serenely<\/strong>.
                You can't eliminate all risks, but you can seriously limit the damage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                Note that wearing an approved jacket or trousers is not mandatory for motorcycling. Only a helmet and gloves are required.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                \ud83c\udfcd\ufe0f Everything you need to know about motorcycle certifications: understanding the AAA, AA, A, B, and C labels. When discussing certified motorcycle clothing, you often hear about classes AAA, AA, A, B, or C. But what do these letters really mean? What purpose do they serve? And how do you choose the right gear for\u2026<\/p>","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":21477,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[296],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-24806","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifestyle"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24806","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24806"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24806\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25799,"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24806\/revisions\/25799"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24806"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24806"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eudoxie.shop\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24806"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}