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Merlin Drifter D3O Explorer Textile Jacket - Ochre
Ripstop organic cotton jacket with Humax waterproof membrane, mesh interior and ventilation zones
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£169.99
RRP £329.99
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Verified Customer Reviews for Merlin Drifter D3O Explorer Textile Jacket
Super light and stylish
10 March 2025 by Barry W
Wanted a shorter light jacket for summer but with some water deflecting ability , tried several but this for me was the best , super light and quite stylish almost casual looking which is nice also even with the armour it feels so light and easy to move in not tried in the wet but feels like a real quality item
Style: Ochre
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Merlin Drifter D30 Jacket
23 December 2024 by Steven C
Out of the bag it looks and feels like a quality product. Protection looks good and its a good fit, which is good. Haven't had a chance to check it in the rain, but then again I don't like riding in the rain if it can be avoided.
Style: Ochre
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Excellent jacket
30 October 2024 by William C
Looks great. Feels very high quality while being the lightest jacket I've owned. Surprisingly warm on cold days too, I've been wearing this in October with only a single thermal layer beneath. Best of all the jacket has 12 pockets!
Style: Green
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Lovely Jacket, great protection,well constructed
16 August 2024 by Chris E
I'm back on a bike after a 22 year hiatus, and first thing I noticed was motorcycle clothing has changed massively. This jacket looks great, is ideal for warm'ish/cool weather and is really well put together. There's lots of storage, plenty of zippy vents and it fits really nicely. Super helpful staff at the Reading store making the whole process easy & fun.
Style: Green
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Merlin protection and style
29 April 2024 by Alain M
Great looking textile jacket with a rugged material and great safety feature on elbow , shoulder and back . My wife told me that I should wear this jacket even if I am not riding since its so stylish.
Style: Green
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Merlin drifter Jacket
01 September 2023 by Debbie J
Bought this for my husband as a Christmas gift. He loves it already and keeps asking if he can have it now but it has to go to Santa ha ha. This looks like thie best jacket he has had so far and should compliment his Triumph Tiger nicely. Not tested yet but he's very excited to try it out.
Style: Green
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Description
The Drifter is a casual style, sustainable and durable motorcycle jacket. The 100% organic Halley Stevensons ripstop cotton outer receives a water-repellent treatment, with weatherproofing further bolstered by the addition of a highly waterproof and breathable Humax membrane. Receiving an overall CE certification of Level 'A' and backed by a full D3O armour package fitted to the shoulders, elbows, and back, the Drifter is as protective as it is stylish.
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Merlin Drifter D3O Explorer Textile Jacket - Ochre
- 100% Organic next-generation Halley Stevensons soft tumbled ripstop cotton construction
- Fluorocarbon free water-repellent treatment finish
- 45% less CO2e and 50% less water usage during production
- Textland Humax waterproof and breathable membrane
- Premium close-knit mesh interior
- YKK zips are used throughout
- D3O LP1 shoulder and elbow armour included
- D3O Viper Stealth back protector included
- Pockets for optional D3O chest protector
- Certified CE EN17092 Level A
- Multiple zip-close pockets
- Easy access magnetic side pocket
- Ventilation zones to front and rear
- Tank guard central zip flap cover
- Fold back, adjustable collar
- Adjustable fit points through the arms and hem
- Jacket-to-jean connecting zip
- Euro hoop connecting strap
| 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 Drifter is a casual style, sustainable and durable motorcycle jacket. The 100% organic Halley Stevensons ripstop cotton outer receives a water-repellent treatment, with weatherproofing further bolstered by the addition of a highly waterproof and breathable Humax membrane. Receiving an overall CE certification of Level 'A' and backed by a full D3O armour package fitted to the shoulders, elbows, and back, the Drifter is as protective as it is stylish.
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