5 Essential Summer Motorcycle Jackets

Feel the Road, Not the Heat

With summer just around the corner and temperatures on the rise, now’s the time to gear up with a jacket that won’t weigh you down. Whether you're commuting through the city or carving up country roads, riding in warm weather demands one thing above all: ventilation without compromise. That’s why we’ve handpicked five of our best lightweight motorcycle jackets, designed specifically for comfort, airflow, and safety when the heat kicks in.

These jackets aren’t just built for performance, they’re built to keep you riding longer. And yes, they look as good off the bike as they feel on it.

From classic café racer cuts to streetwear-inspired designs, here are our top five summer-ready motorbike jackets for men and women.

Hooded Air Motorcycle Jacket

Streetwear styling meets maximum ventilation.

Our most breathable jacket ever, the Hooded Air is built for riders who want serious airflow without sacrificing style. Perfect for warm-weather city riding and casual wear.

Designed with the urban rider in mind, the Hooded Air is more than just a cool-looking layer, it’s a high-performance mesh jacket in disguise. Whether you're weaving through traffic or grabbing a coffee post-ride, it's a go-to piece that works both on and off the bike.

• Abrasion resistant hard mesh allows maximum breathability while keeping you protected
• Charcoal reflective printed branding enhances visibility
• 2-piece flat hood design
• Lightweight, abrasive resistant CorduraTM fabric at the shoulders, sleeves, and hem
• TetraHex™ Level 2 CE 5-piece armour for elbow, shoulder, and back protection
• CE certified level AA

Cafe Air Motorcycle Jacket

Iconic café racer look, reimagined for summer.

This lightweight mesh jacket blends timeless café racer aesthetics with everyday ventilation. Ideal for staying cool on the bike and looking great off it.

The Café Air keeps the spirit of the open road alive, with modern comfort and breathability. It's your classic biker-jacket silhouette, minus the bulk and sweat. For riders who live for style but demand function, this is a summer must-have.

• Highly abrasive hard mesh is used extensively for maximum breathability
• Padded shoulder and lumbar detailing for added protection
• Includes a soft neoprene collar trim for added comfort
• Lightweight, abrasive-resistant twill fabric at the shoulders, sleeves, and hem
• Accordion elastic panels at the back armholes for extended reach
• Zipper-fastened gussets at the back for hem extension
• TetraHex Level 2 CE 5-piece armour for elbow, shoulder, and back protection
• CE certified level AA

Hanzo Leather Motorcycle Jacket

Award-winning ventilation in a leather café racer.

Voted Best in Class by Ride Magazine, the Hanzo delivers unmatched airflow in a leather jacket. Designed for hot weather riding, it skips the thermal liner to ensure you stay cool, even when the heat is on.

Yes, it’s leather, and yes, it’s designed for summer too. The Hanzo proves you don’t have to ditch leather to stay cool. With carefully engineered ventilation zones and a tailored fit, this is the jacket for riders who want real protection with no compromise on airflow.

• Super-supple full grain leather upper
• Breathable body lining
• Satin twill-lined sleeved for enhanced comfort
• Perforated leather centre front zip guard with zipper for ventilation
• 2 way centre front zipper to prevent the jacket from riding up
• Padded lumber detailing for added protection and style
• TetraHex™ Level 2 CE 5 piece armour for elbow, shoulder, and back protection
• CE certified level AA

Ember Motorcycle Shirt

Classic shirt feel with road-ready protection.

As breathable and easy-wearing as your favourite shirt, the Ember is built with naturally ventilated materials for effortless comfort during everyday rides.

The Ember blurs the line between casualwear and protective gear. It’s the kind of piece you’ll forget you’re even wearing, until it saves your skin. Perfect for quick rides, commutes, or anywhere a bulky jacket just won’t do.

• Authentic lightweight herringbone shirting: 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• Wears like a regular shirt, yet provides motorcycle jacket-level protection
• Polyester woven lining for added strength while maintaining lightweight flexibility
• Concealed centre front zipper with metal popper stud fasteners
• Concealed button-down collar for a clean and stylish look
• TetraHex™ Level 2 CE 5-piece armour for elbow, shoulder, and back protection
• CE certified level AA

Blade Motorcycle Hoodies

Feels like a hoodie, performs like riding gear.

The Blade Hood is soft, flexible, and built for movement, keeping the chill off at a stop, and cooling you down once you hit speed. The faster you go, the cooler it gets.

If you’ve ever wished your favourite hoodie was road-ready, this is it. Lightweight, subtly armoured, and easy to throw on, the Blade Hood is made for those in-between summer days where comfort and function need to meet in the middle.

• Made from durable 4-way stretch rib polyester bonded with microfleece for a fluid sweatshirt-like feel
• Zip-fastened kangaroo pocket
• 2-piece hood construction to help the hood stay flat
• Front set-in sleeve for a clean, sharp silhouette and back raglan sleeve for longer reach and added flexibility
• Concealed thumb loops at the cuff
• TetraHex™ Level 2 CE 5-piece armour for elbow, shoulder, and back protection
• CE certified level AA