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 Kingsbury D3O Leather Jacket - Black This leather jacket looks like it could be a casual leather jacket but it hides an AAA rating. Really stylish and equally practical on the bike this was a great buy
Merlin Ladies Bristol Cafe D3O Leather Jacket - Black I've tried on so many ladies bike jackets with no luck on the shape/ fit... but I've finally found the right one! The quality and protection for the price is superb. I sized x1 up and it's perfect on the body/ arm length. Once the leather ages/ relaxes it will be even better and good for a lifetime of riding.
Merlin Exile D3O Explorer Textile Jacket - Black I am using this jacket for the last 3 months.
So far it keeps me very warm and dry without any issues at all.
Merlin Ladies Bristol Cafe D3O Leather Jacket - Black Lovely looking jacket. Soft comfortable leather. Small made though so size up.
Merlin Perton II Cotec Wax D3O Mens Jacket - Olive I bought this jacket about a year ago, so I'm reviewing it after putting it through it's paces, and not on an initial try on.
Firstly, it's very stylish and it feels not unlike a regular jacket to wear. Although it is reassuringly quite weighty. Once on, you don't really feel it's weight though unless you decide to walk a long way in the heat!
It's relatively warm, I ride with just a Tee shirt underneath most of the time, and find that it's warm enough down to about 14 degrees. I'm not a year round rider, so it's adequate for what I need. I just add a layer if needed.
I've had no problems with it leaking, despite being caught out in some pretty heavy rain.
I've found it to be well made, and it's my 'go to' jacket, whatever the weather. Sizing seemed pretty accurate, I ordered an XL and it fits me quite snug, with room for an extra thin layer or two.
I can't think of a single thing that I dislike about it.
Merlin Stretton D3O® Heritage Boots - Brown Great looking boot, fashionable, but fit for purpose, comes with a choice of laces, just order a size smaller than you actually are
Merlin Chigwell Utility Textile Jacket - Olive I have only worn this once but in cold conditions and it was plenty warm enough for me with the thermal insert. With the insert removed, I feel it might need a belt around the midriff to take up the slack though this is a short jacket. I like the adjustable bands across the arms and pockets. Overall, the jacket is well designed and good looking in my opinion. Got mine for a reduced price and I feel it was very well worth it. Of course, this is not a long term review which in the end is the only one that really counts. Only for that reason I give 4 and not 5 stars.