Abstract: For ordinary cyclists’ requirements of motorcycle protective clothing, i.e., wind-proof, warm, safe, and fall protection, the paper investigated motorcyclists’ needs by the questionnaire method and in-depth interview. The research process was analyzed based on the grounded theory for the results, so as to better understand the current situation of single-style motorcycle protective clothing and functional transformation needs, and improve the safety and protection of motorcycle protective clothing in design. Starting from garment style and structure design, fabric matching, and safety protection function design by the conversion and combination methods in garment design, the paper aims to design new-type motorcycle protective clothing combining convenience, comfort, and safety. By adopting high-tech technologies such as airbags and collision sensors to enhance the functional clothing design concept of motorcycle protective clothing, the paper aims to provide a reference for the design of motorcycle protective clothing.

Key words: motorcycle clothing; grounded theory; protection; optimization design