{"product_id":"harley-davidson-mens-essential-colour-blocked-mechanics-shirt-cotton-twill","title":"Harley-Davidson Men's Essential Colour Blocked Mechanics Shirt - Cotton Twill","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Harley-Davidson Men's H-D Essential Colour Blocked Mechanics Shirt is a 100% cotton twill button-front shirt cut in a mechanic silhouette - slightly shorter and roomier than a standard shirt fit, with welt chest pockets, a hidden snap-down collar, and side seam vents. The cotton has been washed for softness so it's comfortable from the first wear, the colourblock contrast piecing frames the H-D graphics on front and back, and the turnback straight hem gives it a clean, finished appearance whether worn tucked or untucked. It's a shirt that works on the bike, in the garage, and at the destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe mechanic silhouette - what it means and why it suits this shirt:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mechanic shirt silhouette is a workwear-derived cut that's slightly shorter in the body and roomier through the chest and shoulders than a standard casual shirt - designed for freedom of movement when working over a bike or engine rather than for a tailored, close-fitting appearance. The shorter length means it doesn't bunch under a jacket or riding gear, and the roomier fit allows the arms and shoulders to move freely without the shirt pulling across the back. For a shirt that's going to be worn on the bike and in the garage as well as at a rally, the mechanic silhouette is the practical choice over a standard shirt cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHidden snap-down collar - the riding-specific detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hidden snap-down collar snaps flat against the shirt when riding, preventing the collar from lifting and flapping at speed under or over riding gear. The snap is concealed so it doesn't affect the appearance of the collar when worn open - it's a practical detail that's invisible when you don't need it and essential when you do. The same design principle appears consistently across the H-D riding apparel range as a marker of garments designed with the bike in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% cotton midweight twill, washed for softness - durable, breathable, broken-in feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanic silhouette - slightly shorter and roomier for freedom of movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHidden snap-down collar - stays flat under riding gear at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelt chest pockets with hidden snap closure - secure on the move\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColourblock styling with contrast piecing - bold, structured design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-hand H-D print on front and back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurnback straight hem - clean finish worn tucked or untucked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide seam vents - improved airflow and freedom of movement at the hem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton front closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelt chest pockets with hidden snap closure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The welt chest pockets have a hidden snap closure rather than a button or open pocket - the snap keeps the pocket contents secure on the move without the bulk of a zip or the visibility of a button. The welt construction gives the pockets a clean, flat appearance against the colourblock piecing rather than the patch pocket look that would interrupt the shirt's graphic and colour layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% cotton midweight twill - washed for softness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cotton twill is a diagonal-weave fabric that's more structured and durable than a plain weave cotton at the same weight - it holds its shape through regular wear and washing without becoming misshapen. The midweight construction gives the shirt enough body to hold the colourblock piecing and the soft-hand print cleanly without being heavy or restrictive. The washed finish pre-softens the cotton so it feels broken-in from the first wear rather than stiff and new - important for a shirt that's going to be worn for extended periods at rallies and on riding days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColourblock contrast piecing and H-D graphics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The colourblock contrast piecing gives the Essential Mechanics Shirt a visual structure that a single-colour shirt doesn't have - the contrast panels frame the H-D graphics on the front and create a backdrop for the full-back graphic that makes both more visible and more considered than graphics on a plain base. The soft-hand print process keeps both graphics feeling like part of the fabric rather than a surface layer, which matters for a shirt worn directly against the body or under a jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnback straight hem and side seam vents:\u003c\/strong\u003e The turnback straight hem gives the shirt a clean, finished appearance at the hem whether worn tucked or untucked - the turnback detail adds a small design element at the hem that references workwear construction. The side seam vents allow the shirt to move freely and improve airflow around the body, and they allow the shirt to be worn untucked without the hem pulling or bunching around the hips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% cotton midweight twill, washed for softness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanic silhouette - slightly shorter and roomier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraphic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft-hand print - front and back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hidden snap-down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Button front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePockets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Welt chest pockets with hidden snap closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turnback straight hem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colourblock contrast piecing, side seam vents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for riding days, rallies, garage days, and everyday wear for riders who want a cotton twill mechanics shirt with H-D branding, a riding-ready collar, and a fit built for movement rather than a mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harley-Davidson","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":58499102769536,"sku":"96192-26VM\/000M","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":58499102802304,"sku":"96192-26VM\/000L","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":58499102835072,"sku":"96192-26VM\/002L","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL","offer_id":58499102867840,"sku":"96192-26VM\/022L","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL","offer_id":58499102900608,"sku":"96192-26VM\/222L","price":89.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4XL","offer_id":58499102933376,"sku":"96192-26VM\/042L","price":89.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5XL","offer_id":58499102966144,"sku":"96192-26VM\/052L","price":89.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/1124\/9327\/files\/96192-26VM_c1adff72-5d6f-4399-a5e4-a27098b837e5.jpg?v=1784558439","url":"https:\/\/www.maidstonehd.co.uk\/products\/harley-davidson-mens-essential-colour-blocked-mechanics-shirt-cotton-twill","provider":"Maidstone Harley-Davidson","version":"1.0","type":"link"}