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Knox Honister Armoured Mesh Jacket - Black
High performance, mesh fabric armoured jacket with SMART Technology and reflective elements
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Very protective jacket
12 June 2025 by Ross
But it’s NOT a cool mesh jacket you think it is!
Because of its protective nature this is a very heavy jacket. It doesn’t let much air through despite the mesh appearance. Expensive for what it is too
Style: Black
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My new favourite
23 January 2025 by Simon A
Another top product by Knox. This jacket has a premium feel and a nice weight. Fit is true to size as well. It's comfortable and of nice quality making it a firm favourite now.
Style: Black
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Knox Honister - Expensive but good
16 January 2025 by Stuart W
I picked this up in the sale and paid what I think is an excellent price for it. Feels very well made, and slightly heavier than I was expecting, which is a good thing. AAA rated with CE level 2 armour all round is great, as is the ability to wear it on it's own as a mesh jacket knowing you are well protected, but also with any other clothing, even non-motorcycle clothing over the top, knowing you still have the AAA protection underneath. Given its premium price, I'm a little surprised and disappointed that the chest armour is not included with the jacket, but it's a small gripe. This garment is expensive, but I can't help feel it will get a lot of use, on it's own and part of a layered system, superb for travel and all the time feeling very well protected.
Style: Black
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Knox Honister
11 January 2025 by Rachael
I opted for the men's jacket as it is longer than the women's version, I'm a uk16 and the size L is a perfect fit, it feels comfortable and protective and like that I can layer up if it's cold outside, would recommend
Style: Black
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Money well spent.....
04 January 2025 by Andrew B
This is a very well made jacket, it's quality is both visible and tactile.
Superb quality product.
Guessed at the size as mail order but thankfully the fit is spot on.
In no rush to test how it performs in a get-off, but going to be wearing it on my adventure bike so will probably (definitely) be taking a tumble off road and I'm sure this will keep me safe.
Style: Black
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Wow!
17 November 2024 by Charalambos H
Fit me perfectly!! And looks amazing! Breathable, well padded and allows for movement with ease. I have not become a Knox devoted customer! Would buy their products again.
Style: Black
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Comfortable jacket
04 October 2024 by Anonymous
Went for this jacket being triple A as had bad experience with a so called top brand motorcycle jacket which didn't fair too well in a spill. Knox is known for its great protection & quality items & not disappointed. It's very comfortable and unlike a lot of armoured jackets this moulds around your shoulder, not pulling & is unrestricted. It makes you feel protected, as the armour is close fitting & doesn't move around. I'm 39/40 chest & the medium is perfect.
Style: Black
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Superb jacket
21 August 2024 by David W
A very well made jacket, a premium product. I originally ordered a size L but despite having a 41" chest I found the fit was too large. Using SPORTSBIKESHOP's excellent customer service I had the quickly replaced with a size M and found this to be a perfect fit in all regards.
The jacket is of top-notch construction and very well designed. You feel very secure when wearing it but doesn't feel at all restrictive. In all it's a very comfortable reassuring jacket.
Style: Black
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Amazing
15 August 2024 by David H
Brilliant service, fast delivery and quality product. Would definitely recommend and will be definitely using again.
Style: Black
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You have to try one to believe how good they are
10 May 2024 by Andy H
One of a kind, race suit safety levels in a mesh shirt.
Worth every penny!!!
Style: Black
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Awesome Jacket
03 March 2024 by Owen J
This is an extremely well made premium product, the only point I would make as it is very close around the neck and would be better as a V neck.
Style: Black
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Good solid kit
03 October 2023 by Stephen C
Used to tour Europe. Construction of jkt. allows more than enough air to pass through. Any temps below about 25 and I needed to use a wind blocker underneath.
Great quality construction and fit. Everything I had hoped for.
Used along with matching trousers. A combo. I was new to knox but their clothing is now at the top of my list. Good value. When it rained I simply added a waterproof over the top and it wasn't at all bulky
Style: Black
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Superb service and product
01 August 2023 by Steve M
Try before you buy certainly works well.
Ordered Monday PM received text to inform me of its arrival Tuesday AM. Two hours later I'm riding away wearing the jacket like a kid with a new pair of shoes.
Which goes to show the product hit the spot.
Style: Black
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If Carlsberg did online shopping!
07 June 2023 by Chris W
Great jacket purchased for a European trip. Great cooling yet still feel protected,
Style: Black
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Amazing Jacket, feels great, solid build quality.
08 May 2023 by Richard C
I was in doubt buying this jacket, I tried on loads.
I realised I can be safe and wear what I want over the top of it, so a hoodie, jumper, or waterproof outer layers.
Sometimes you want to feel causal and not dressed up with boxy biker gear.
Build quality is amazing, the armour plates feel thin, and mould to you, the back protector covers most of your back.
One negative it dug into my neck a bit when new but it's not an issue anymore.
The only other downside is price, but as an an all year, all weather biker, who's not into leather jackets because of weather, it feels par for the course.
Overall it's top notch, looks great, feels great, and protects too.
Style: Black
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Superb Quality
15 April 2023 by Robert T
As soon as I unpacked this it oozed quality, even the hanger is top quality.
Comfortable, very secure and makes you feel protected.
Did wince when I first saw the price, but its worth every penny.
I'm a Knox convert.
Style: Black
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Protection built in to a quality item
25 January 2023 by David B
Knox have really cracked the concept of layering. It works fantastically well by keeping the armour exactly where it should be.
I have the Knox Urbane Pro (MK 1), which is only A rated. I love the fit, but only wear it with a jacket over for abrasion resistance.
With the Honister being AAA rated there is no anxiety wearing it on hot dry days without a jacket over the top, and with a simple outdoors soft shell jacket over on cooler days.
I am 5'10", 42" chest and 32" waist, and the L is a good fit, but slightly loose at the waist. The fit is more like a jacket rather than the Urbane Pro which is a very clingy fit (in the M size I have).
Both items are stretchy so they don't feel restricted.
The Urbane Pro is great under an abrasive jacket, but for the ultimate protection without the need for an abrasive jacket, you can't beat the Honister. Not cheap but you do get what you pay for. Highly recommended.
Style: Black
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Excellent buy
29 November 2022 by J B
I liked the idea of armour being closer to the skin and did try on for sizing. Quality of the material looked really good, therefore decided to order online.
I am really pleased with the quality and have bought the full set for all seasons. Have used this once on a cold showery day and it kept me warm with no cold spots at the shoulders, which I had with my previous jacket. Cannot comment yet on how waterproof it would be in heavy rain however have confidence in all items bought and look forward to trying out in heavier rain. Would recommend you consider this.
Style: Black
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Description
The Honister Pass, situated in the UK Lake District, is one of those roads that needs to be ridden to be appreciated. Being the mountain pass that is closest to the Knox HQ, it was inspirational to the creation of the Class AAA rated Knox Honister jacket. Wearing a close-fitting armoured shirt is the best way to protect a rider, since the armour is comfortably held in the right place when you need it.
Making the Honister jacket was a tough development journey. It required entirely new strong mesh fabrics, since the goal was to develop the highest Class AAA breathable armoured garment that could be used for warm weather riding, aimed at riders who require the best performance.
Achieving CE approval to Class AAA is no small achievement. AAA is the highest class for a motorcycle protective garment and is usually only attained by one- and two-piece leather suits. The protection fitted is Micro-Lock armour from Knox which uses SMART technology to keep the armour super soft to touch, but it locks when impacted and delivers fantastic protection to the wearer. The locking action increases the amount of impact absorbed by the protector and reduces the energy passed through to the wearers back and/or limbs. This Micro-Lock armour used in the Knox Honister Jacket is approved to Level 2 EN 1621-1:2012 L2 in the shoulders and elbows and the Level 2 back is approved under EN 1621-2:2014 L2 FB. It can be complimented with an optional chest protector.
The Honister Jacket has been designed from the ground up. This includes everything, from the way it is tailored and cut to the way the fabrics perform. Construction has been carefully developed to be as comfortable in the harshest of environments as it would be on a gentle spin in the country. Extra attention to detail completes the style and the AAA qualifying technical CE standard to EN 17092 -2:2020 Class AAA, is highlighted on the jacket.
Developing new mesh fabrics which deliver the ultimate strength and resilience needed has been achieved without losing any breathability. Blending this with the hardest wearing stretch polyamide, riders can be confident in the protective qualities of the Honister Jacket in all environments. All the zips in the Honister jacket are by YKK. There are two zipped side pockets and one zipped large back pocket. Detailing continues with discreet Knox branding on the front hem as well as on the back. The branded badge on the sleeve comes with a reflective surround, complimented by strips which are only visible at night on the back. Thumb loops are found on the cuffs for added security, while an improved security belt loop system is fitted on the inside so that riders can secure their trousers to the jacket. Even the collar has a soft interior for comfort around the neck.
The Honister is part of the Knox Seasonless Collection. With this collection there is no spring, summer, autumn, or winter wear. Instead, riders have one hard-working layered ensemble. This outfit has the armoured shirt at its core. It can then be adapted to suit all weather conditions by either adding or removing layers. The Knox Seasonless Collection is adaptable, sustainable, and protective.
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Knox Honister Armoured Mesh Jacket - Black
- Made in the UK and using mesh fabrics developed for ultimate strength and resilience but with no loss of breathability
- The mesh is combined with the most durable, stretch CORDURA® polyamide with high performance water and stain repellency, for the toughest environments
- CE approved Class AAA garment under the CE standard EN 17092 -2:2020 Class AAA
- Includes Knox Micro-Lock high-performance armour in the shoulders, elbows and a Micro-Lock back protector is also included
- SMART technology and properties keep the armour super soft to touch, but it locks when impacted
- The locking action increases the amount of impact absorbed by the protector and reduces the energy passed through to the back and/or limbs
- CE approved shoulder and elbows - EN 1621-1:2012 L2
- CE approved Back protector - EN 1621-2:2014 L2
- A separate removable Micro-Lock chest protector can be added as an optional extra
- YKK zips throughout
- Two Zipped side pockets and one zipped large back pocket
- Discreet Knox branding on the front hem and back
- Branded badge on the sleeve with a reflective surround, effective in poor visibility
- Reflective strips only visible at night are also added on the back
- Thumb loops for added security
- Improved security belt loop system is highlighted on the inside to ensure riders can secure their trousers to the jacket
- Collar has a soft interior for comfort around the neck
- Machine washable garment with armour removed
- Part of the Knox Seasonless Collection - Add or subtract layers for added warmth and waterproofness
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (inches) | 35-37 | 38-40 | 41-43 | 44-46 | 46-48 | 48-50 | 50-52 |
| Waist (inches) | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 |
The Honister Pass, situated in the UK Lake District, is one of those roads that needs to be ridden to be appreciated. Being the mountain pass that is closest to the Knox HQ, it was inspirational to the creation of the Class AAA rated Knox Honister jacket. Wearing a close-fitting armoured shirt is the best way to protect a rider, since the armour is comfortably held in the right place when you need it.
Making the Honister jacket was a tough development journey. It required entirely new strong mesh fabrics, since the goal was to develop the highest Class AAA breathable armoured garment that could be used for warm weather riding, aimed at riders who require the best performance.
Achieving CE approval to Class AAA is no small achievement. AAA is the highest class for a motorcycle protective garment and is usually only attained by one- and two-piece leather suits. The protection fitted is Micro-Lock armour from Knox which uses SMART technology to keep the armour super soft to touch, but it locks when impacted and delivers fantastic protection to the wearer. The locking action increases the amount of impact absorbed by the protector and reduces the energy passed through to the wearers back and/or limbs. This Micro-Lock armour used in the Knox Honister Jacket is approved to Level 2 EN 1621-1:2012 L2 in the shoulders and elbows and the Level 2 back is approved under EN 1621-2:2014 L2 FB. It can be complimented with an optional chest protector.
The Honister Jacket has been designed from the ground up. This includes everything, from the way it is tailored and cut to the way the fabrics perform. Construction has been carefully developed to be as comfortable in the harshest of environments as it would be on a gentle spin in the country. Extra attention to detail completes the style and the AAA qualifying technical CE standard to EN 17092 -2:2020 Class AAA, is highlighted on the jacket.
Developing new mesh fabrics which deliver the ultimate strength and resilience needed has been achieved without losing any breathability. Blending this with the hardest wearing stretch polyamide, riders can be confident in the protective qualities of the Honister Jacket in all environments. All the zips in the Honister jacket are by YKK. There are two zipped side pockets and one zipped large back pocket. Detailing continues with discreet Knox branding on the front hem as well as on the back. The branded badge on the sleeve comes with a reflective surround, complimented by strips which are only visible at night on the back. Thumb loops are found on the cuffs for added security, while an improved security belt loop system is fitted on the inside so that riders can secure their trousers to the jacket. Even the collar has a soft interior for comfort around the neck.
The Honister is part of the Knox Seasonless Collection. With this collection there is no spring, summer, autumn, or winter wear. Instead, riders have one hard-working layered ensemble. This outfit has the armoured shirt at its core. It can then be adapted to suit all weather conditions by either adding or removing layers. The Knox Seasonless Collection is adaptable, sustainable, and protective.
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