Rare original period Phil Read replica motorcycle racing leathers / trousers, made in Wales by Night Riders by Cambrian Fashions.

A particularly unusual piece of British motorcycle racing memorabilia, dating from the 1970s Phil Read era.

These are heavy black leather motorcycle trousers featuring distinctive period Phil Read detailing, including:

Original Phil Read name badge

Large racing helmet badge depicting Read's distinctive chequered helmet design

Black and cream chequered stripes running down both legs

Period Scotchlite reflective material

Padded/reinforced leather knees

Zipped front pocket

Substantial period metal front zip and waist fastening

Fully lined construction

Original Night Riders by Cambrian Fashions manufacturer's label

Labelled "Made in Wales by Craftsmen"

Size label: 91cm (approximately 36")

The manufacturer's label reads:

"Night Riders by Cambrian Fashions – incorporating Scotchlite reflective materials – Made in Wales by Craftsmen."

Phil Read connection

These are an original period Phil Read replica design not just badges on a set of normal leathers,

Seven-time motorcycle Grand Prix World Champion Phil Read MBE was one of Britain's most successful motorcycle racers. The chequered motif became particularly associated with Read, including his famous chequered racing helmet.

The styling of these trousers is characteristic of the early/mid-1970s period, around the era in which Read won consecutive 500cc World Championships for MV Agusta in 1973 and 1974.

In very good used condition as shown,