Reviews Merlin Akashi Pro Laminated D3O jacket review
From Irish storms to long motorway hauls, the Merlin Akashi Pro shows what laminated jackets can do - without the premium price tag
3 Nov 2025
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Merlin Condor Laminated D3O Textile Trousers - Black Very comfortable, great for touring in all but the hottest of weather conditions. The elastic ankle seal works well to avoid the wet getting up your boots or tucked in to prevent the cold wafting up your leg.
Sizing is spot-on here: I am 34 in regular trousers and I got these in a 34. There's room to let out or bring in depending upon your layering and/or cake consumption.
Merlin Icon D3O® Leather Jacket - Brown / Cream Having read many reviews of many, many jackets, the Merlin Icon performed both exceptionally in safety standards and the looks department. Not too bulky, the jacket is incredibly soft and extremely well vented through its perforated leather outer. The standard of materials and finish make this feel like it has been hand made to measure - it's simply beautiful... and that classic vintage look - it's like a brand new original!
I'm actually increasing the amount of riding I'm doing, just so I have an excuse to wear it.
This will be my go to for many, many years during the more 'pleasant' months.
Merlin Taos Air Mesh Stretch Trousers - Black Sportsbike shop is the only place having these in my size . Delivery was super fast. Packaging was excellent. Guys you knocked the ball out of the park. Well done . I have told all of my friends about you. Hope you get some sales
Jim
Merlin Dunford D3O Single Layer Riding Jeans - Black So as a new rider I bought these. They fit lively around the waist and I thought the relaxed fit look quite good then when my friends come to have a look at some of my gear he pointed out that you can literally just lift the bottom of the Jean right up over the knee as they are so baggy. Therefore in a slide they're just going to pull straight up. For this reason I bought another pair which word at Oxford slim fit tailored originals and these are nice and tight and stretchy although the waist size was a bit bigger
Merlin D3O Ghost Knee / Elbow Armour I'm new to this type of armour and wish I'd known about it sooner. I was wondering how the knee protectors would fit in my jeans but they went in perfectly. If you prefer a subtle, casual look when you're off the bike, these are the way.
Merlin Brecken D3O Air Mesh Hoodie - Black Perfect upper protection for the summer days when the leathers will be too hot. Lets a nice bit of air through and offers solid protection, can be hooked into trousers with a zip/clip.