EN 1621-1:1997
(Main)Motorcyclists' protective clothing against mechanical impact - Part 1: Requirements and test methods for impact protectors
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies requirements and test methods for impact protectors incorporated or intended to be incorporated into motorcycle riders' clothing or used as separate items.
- Status
- Withdrawn
- Publication Date
- 16-Dec-1997
- Withdrawal Date
- 18-Dec-2012
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 162 - Protective clothing including hand and arm protection and lifejackets
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 162/WG 9 - Motorcycle rider protective clothing
- Current Stage
- 9960 - Withdrawal effective - Withdrawal
- Start Date
- 19-Dec-2012
- Completion Date
- 19-Dec-2012
- Directive
- Not Harmonized89/686/EEC - Personal protective equipment (PPE)OJ Ref: C 183, C 2, C 203, C 247, C 306, C 46, C 91 OJ Date: 13-Jun-1998
Relations
- Effective Date
- 26-Dec-2012
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Referred By
EN 13634:2010 - Protective footwear for motorcycle riders - Requirements and test methods - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Referred By
EN 13594:2002 - Protective gloves for professional motorcycle riders - Requirements and test methods - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Get Certified
Connect with accredited certification bodies for this standard

TÜV Rheinland
TÜV Rheinland is a leading international provider of technical services.

TÜV SÜD
TÜV SÜD is a trusted partner of choice for safety, security and sustainability solutions.

DEKRA Certification Inc.
DEKRA US certification services.
Sponsored listings
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 1621-1:1997 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Motorcyclists' protective clothing against mechanical impact - Part 1: Requirements and test methods for impact protectors". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies requirements and test methods for impact protectors incorporated or intended to be incorporated into motorcycle riders' clothing or used as separate items.
This European Standard specifies requirements and test methods for impact protectors incorporated or intended to be incorporated into motorcycle riders' clothing or used as separate items.
EN 1621-1:1997 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.10 - Protective clothing; 43.140 - Motorcycles and mopeds. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 1621-1:1997 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1621-1:2012, EN 1621-2:2003, EN 13634:2010, EN 13594:2002. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 1621-1:1997 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 89/686/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/031. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
EN 1621-1:1997 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-1998
9DURYDOQHREOHNH]DPRWRULVWHSUHGPHKDQVNLPLYSOLYL±=DKWHYHLQSUHVNXVQH
PHWRGH]DãþLWQLNHSUHGXGDUFL
Motorcyclists' protective clothing against mechanical impact - Part 1: Requirements and
test methods for impact protectors
Motorradfahrer-Schutzkleidung gegen mechanische Belastung - Teil 1: Anforderungen
und Prüfverfahren für Aufprall-Protektoren
Vetements de protection contre les chocs mé
...



