Merlin Chase II D3O Perforated Jacket

The Chase II Jacket is the perfect combo of retro-inspired style and cutting-edge protection. Crafted from premium cowhide leather, this second-generation design features integrated, strategically positioned perforated panels for unmatched breathability, setting it apart from traditional leather jackets. YKK zippers come in a genuine antique brass finish to compliment the Merlin-branded snap studs for a cohesive, vintage aesthetic. The included thermal lining offers versatile comfort, keeping you warm during chilly morning and evening rides. Engineered from rider feedback, the Chase II boasts significant upgrades in abrasion resistance, seam durability, and tear performance, delivering CE AAA-certified protection without compromising on comfort or functionality.

Construction:

• Versatile 3 season / warm weather riding jacket in the classic British ton-up style
• Extremely nice feeling leather and supple with a great hand to it right out of the box
• Adds a ton more ventilation to the original Chase jacket from 2019 and moves the seasonality from cold to warm weather
  • Perforated leather at the inner sleeve from armpit to cuff
  • Nearly full perforated leather at the entire back
  • Removed the small exhaust vents for the perforation at whole back
• Now CE 1 armor but armor material is upgraded to D3O, with overall AAA rating
• Premium cowhide leather upper
• 125g detachable thermal lining
• Fixed mesh inner lining
• Overlay elbow panels

Ventilation:

• Large perforated panels to increase airflow
• Wide front chest vents

Protection & Safety:

• D3O® LP1 tri-vented shoulder protectors included
• D3O® LP1 tri-vented adjustable elbow protectors included
• Pocket for D3O® Viper large back protector (sold separately)
• Approved to EN17092 as CE Class AAA The highest level of certification a piece of motorcycle apparel can achieve for abrasion resistance is CE Level AAA, as defined by the EN 17092-2:2020 standard. This rating is typically associated with high-performance riding gear, such as race suits, designed for the extreme conditions of track and high-speed road riding. The testing protocol for AAA-rated garments is significantly more stringent, reflecting the higher risks associated with these activities.
  During the Darmstadt abrasion test, the materials in Zone 1 of a AAA-rated garment are subjected to a much higher rotational speed of approximately 707.4 rpm. This simulates a slide on a concrete surface at a road speed of approximately 75 mph (120 km/h). The material passes the test if it does not develop a hole larger than 5mm in any direction after the abrasion. This demanding requirement provides riders with the highest level of assurance that their gear is built to withstand the intense forces of a high-speed slide, offering critical protection when it is needed most. To earn the final rating, the garment must also pass rigorous standards for tear resistance, seam strength, the impact protection performance of the included armor and additional factors. garment

Comfort:

• Expanding rear shoulder panels
• Accordion stretch hem
• Fold back collar with comfort neck binding
• Lower padded hem

Pockets:

• Two zipped front pockets
• Two removable liner pockets
• Internal sunglasses pocket
• Internal earplug/earphone pocket
• Internal storage pocket

Other Features:

• Euro hoop connecting strap
• Jacket to jean YKK connecting zipper
• YKK® antique brass zippers
• Merlin branded snap studs
• Snap stud cuffs