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3 Feb 2022
Oxford Original Approved AAA Heist Jacket - Black
Durable textile jacket with water-repellent finish, belt attachment loops and YKK zips
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Verified Customer Reviews for Oxford Original Approved AAA Heist Jacket
Best value cotton/casual look jacket
27 May 2026 by Martin
I tried a few and happily the cheaper oxford suited me the best. I find it a little short at the front, but this works well when you’re actually on the bike. Armor is a little uncomfortable at first but does settle eventually, could easily be upgraded but I wouldn’t bother. I would say comfortable up to 30C degrees, after that only mesh would be cooler, but this is so much more versatile. Mine has the odd frayed stitch here and there, and a little hole in one of the armor pockets, hard to complain too much at this price point though. The zips feel a little rough to the touch but they work well enough. Overall very happy, looks just as good on a Vespa as it does on a Harley Davidson!
Style: Tan
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Simple utilitarian jacket
11 May 2026 by Coskun Y
comfortable and given the level of protection, reasonably lightweight. Looks good and not like a bike jacket. Armour is actually pretty decent too, surprisingly lightweight and flexible. SBS were brilliant as always, ordered into the Glasgow store for me (as well as a bunch of other kit) and couldn't be more accommodating. Wouldn't buy my gear anywhere else.
Style: Tan
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Comfortable
22 Apr 2026 by Michael M
Nice jacket that feels like a regular jacket rather than bike kit
Style: Tan
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Great jacket very good fit,pockets very secure, lo
15 Feb 2026 by Jason.harris
Well I have spread the word about where I got the jacket and the process in buying it from Sportsbikeshop which was I ordered the wrong size at which I contacted Sportsbikeshop, they ordered the right size for me and exchanged it without a problem. I have ordered a few things from Sportsbikeshop they're my first go to great original products fantastic to deal with.
Style: Tan
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Summer Jacket
09 Sep 2025 by Russ T
Tough and well made but lightweight making it ideal summertime riding kit.
Wears well on and off the bike.
A couple of times when putting it on, I've found myself with one hand in the armour pouch.
It's fairly hefty but looks very lightweight. Well stitched with pockets you can trust.
The tabs that tie through your belt loops are a very nice touch.
A lot more usable than leather.
I dropped a star for inside pocket being a bit flimsy and no spine protector and the neck stud being too tight for wearing neck scarf.
Style: Tan
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Stylish both on and off the bike
06 Sep 2025 by Peter W
Fits well and looks great with good rated safety features.
Style: Tan
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Amazing jacket
10 Aug 2025 by Stan
Great lightweight jacket with proper safety. Keeps good temperature for the summer and fits perfectly.
Style: Tan
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Great AAA jacket but can't be washed...
26 Jun 2024 by Anonymous
This is a really cool jacket (in my opinion if not my partner's!). It's also a really cool jacket on a hot day when riding. The shoulder protectors need a little encouragement to stay in the right place, perhaps a stitch or two is in order. It feels great when on and I'd happily walk around in this when off the bike. The quality is good and to achieve AAA rating at this price point in a textile jacket is outstanding.
But - the instructions say No to machine washing or dry cleaning. Instead we're told to use a brush and a damp cloth. Hmmm... It would be good if the care instructions were put in the item description online. As for me, once it really is in need of a clean, I'll try a gentle handwash and see what happens.
Style: Tan
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Description
The Original Approved Heist jacket is CE rated to AAA, featuring dynamic level 2 CE protectors and belt connection loops. Constructed from Oxford's tried and tested 13.5oz Armourlite® stretch cotton twill and coated with a durable water-repellent finish, the Heist jacket feels reassuringly durable, giving you the confidence to hit the streets in understated style.
Product Specification
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Oxford Original Approved AAA Heist Jacket - Black
- Single layer Armourlite 13.5oz cotton twill outer shell construction
- Durable water-repellent finish
- CE Level 2 Dynamic shoulder and elbow protectors
- Pocket for optional back protector
- Belt attachment loops for a secure protective fastening with jeans
- Chequered lining for extra warmth
- Hidden structure stitching
- Bar tack stitching reinforces stress points
- Ultra secure press-stud and YKK zip centre front opening
- Cuff with YKK zip expansion and press-stud fastening
- Two chest pockets
- Two zipped side pockets
- Internal pocket
- Oxford branded press-studs
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK SIZE | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| EURO SIZE | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 62 |
The Original Approved Heist jacket is CE rated to AAA, featuring dynamic level 2 CE protectors and belt connection loops. Constructed from Oxford's tried and tested 13.5oz Armourlite® stretch cotton twill and coated with a durable water-repellent finish, the Heist jacket feels reassuringly durable, giving you the confidence to hit the streets in understated style.
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