The short answer is yes I got a Knox back protector that straps snug over shoulders and round my waist, it doesn't need to attach to any jacket/leathers and If I'm feeling really naughty I can lop it over a T-shirt for the summer (NOT an Ellis endorsed activity mind) Have a look on Ebay for Ideas, The top one at the mo is the Force field - went Ride (magazine)Recommended - Supposed to mould real nice to your back's shape. Try a few out if you're tall, - Some of them feel a bit too slight towards bottom end. (Least I thought so)