[mdross1]

The wife and I have ridden Harleys for 45 yrs. our newest leathers near 15 yrs. old are taking on that patina we love so much. Worn in and very comfortable the leather is soft and supple just like our cars. The secret is maintenance clean the surface before treating with any leather food I like to apply the leather food by hand work it in good then let it soak then wipe/polish.
Leather will never be waterproof only water resistant after it has been wet let it dry then retreat it. It should last many years.