Harley-Davidson Women's Operative Mesh Riding Shirt Jacket - CE Certified D3O

The Harley-Davidson Women's H-D Operative Mesh Riding Shirt Jacket is a CE-certified motorcycle shirt jacket built from 100% polyester heavyweight mesh - an allover mesh construction designed to maximise airflow while meeting the EN 17092-4:2020 standard for motorcycle protective clothing. It includes D3O Ghost armour at the shoulders and elbows, a back armour pocket for optional spine protection, 3M Scotchlite reflective material at the collar, and a hidden snap-down collar that stays flat at speed. The vibrant plaid pattern and Bar & Shield branding mean it looks like a considered piece of women's riding apparel; the CE certification and D3O armour mean it performs as genuine PPE.

Allover mesh construction - CE-certified airflow: The Operative Mesh Riding Shirt Jacket solves the problem that most warm-weather riders face: the choice between staying cool and staying protected. An allover mesh construction in a CE-certified jacket means you don't have to choose - the heavyweight polyester mesh provides the abrasion resistance required to meet EN 17092-4:2020 while allowing significantly more airflow than a solid fabric jacket at the same protection level. For summer riding in the UK and Europe, a CE-certified mesh jacket is the practical answer to riding in warm conditions without removing your protective layer.

CE certification to EN 17092-4:2020 - the safety standard explained: EN 17092-4:2020 (Class A) is the European standard for motorcycle protective clothing, independently tested for abrasion resistance, tear strength, and seam strength at the areas most likely to contact the road in a fall. CE certification to this standard confirms the jacket has been verified to meet these requirements - it's a tested safety specification, not a marketing claim. For women's motorcycle apparel specifically, CE-certified options at this standard are less common than in men's ranges, making the Operative Mesh a meaningful choice for female riders who don't want to compromise on protection for the sake of fit or style.

D3O Ghost armour - impact protection at shoulders and elbows: The jacket includes EN 1621-1 certified D3O Ghost armour at the shoulders (98104-22VR) and elbows (98103-22VR). D3O Ghost is a low-profile, flexible armour that moves naturally with the body in normal use and stiffens on impact to absorb and distribute force - the Ghost designation indicates a thinner profile than standard D3O, making it less noticeable under the jacket while maintaining full EN 1621-1 certification. The back body armour pocket is compatible with the EN 1621-2 certified D3O Viper Air back protector (98317-25VR, sold separately) for riders who want full torso coverage.

Key Features:

• CE certified to EN 17092-4:2020 (Class A) - tested for abrasion, tear, and seam strength
• 100% polyester heavyweight mesh - allover construction for maximum airflow
• 100% polyester mesh lining
• EN 1621-1 certified D3O Ghost armour at shoulders and elbows (included)
• Back body armour pocket for EN 1621-2 D3O Viper Air (98317-25VR, sold separately)
• 3M Scotchlite reflective material at collar - enhanced low-light visibility
• Hidden snap-down collar - stays flat under riding gear at speed
• Pre-curved sleeves - natural riding position without fabric pull
• Two-way zipper front with snap placket and snap cuffs
• Slant welt front pockets with hidden zipper closure
• Interior zipper pocket
• Allover plaid pattern with shoulder and elbow patches
• Shirttail hem
• Bar & Shield direct embroidery on front
• Embroidered Harley-Davidson name on back yoke
• Branded woven flag label

3M Scotchlite at the collar - visibility where it matters: The 3M Scotchlite reflective material is positioned at the collar - one of the highest points on the jacket and one of the most visible areas to drivers approaching from behind or from the side. Scotchlite is the industry benchmark for retroreflective material, returning light directly to its source and making the rider significantly more visible in headlights, street lighting, and low-light conditions. The collar placement is a considered choice for a mesh jacket that's most likely to be worn in warm, bright conditions where visibility at dawn, dusk, and in tunnels remains important.

Hidden snap-down collar and pre-curved sleeves: The hidden snap-down collar snaps flat against the jacket when riding, preventing the collar from lifting and flapping at speed - a practical detail that's invisible when not needed and essential when it is. The pre-curved sleeves shape the arm to the natural bent-arm riding position, reducing fabric pull and bunching at the elbow during long rides. Both details are consistent with the H-D riding apparel range's approach to garments designed for actual use on the bike.

Plaid pattern and H-D branding - the design: The allover plaid pattern gives the Operative Mesh a visual identity that's distinct from the plain-coloured mesh jackets that dominate the women's motorcycle apparel market - it's a pattern that works as well off the bike as on it. The Bar & Shield embroidery on the front and the Harley-Davidson name embroidered on the back yoke are direct embroidery rather than printed graphics, giving them the durability and quality finish that suits a CE-certified riding jacket.

Specifications:

• Certification: EN 17092-4:2020 (Class A)
• Armour: D3O Ghost EN 1621-1 at shoulders and elbows (included); back pocket for EN 1621-2 D3O Viper Air (sold separately)
• Material: 100% polyester heavyweight mesh / 100% polyester mesh lining
• Reflective: 3M Scotchlite at collar
• Closure: Two-way zipper front, snap placket, snap cuffs
• Collar: Hidden snap-down
• Sleeves: Pre-curved
• Pockets: Slant welt front (hidden zipper) + interior zipper pocket
• Hem: Shirttail
• Graphics: Direct embroidery - Bar & Shield (front), H-D name (back yoke)

The Harley-Davidson Women's Operative Mesh Riding Shirt Jacket is the warm-weather CE-certified option for female riders who want D3O armour, maximum airflow, and a plaid pattern that works on and off the bike.