Festival Fringed Leather Motorcycle Jacket (Armoured)

Absolutely love this jacket, it fits true to size and looks great! I am 158cm in height (5'2") and the length of the XS jacket and sleeves are slightly longer than my usual jackets, but is an advantage when riding. Thick leather, surprisingly warm. Love the option of being able to remove the fridge (not that I think I would ever want to), and also the outer AND inner pockets.

However, the jacket does NOT come with a back protector. The RHEON back protector listed separately on the website says it "Fits in all Merla Moto products with pockets for armour". I am glad I double-checked with the Merla team on whether it would fit in the pocket of my XS jacket, because the response was that it DIDN'T, because "the Festival Fringe jacket was made with older style pockets as the Rheon back armour wasn’t available at the time of manufacture." If I had gone ahead and purchased the RHEON back armour, I would've had to go through the trouble of having to return it etc.

I ended up buying an Oxford back armour from my local bike shop that fitted perfectly in the back armour pocket.

TL;DR: Don't buy the RHEON back armour for this jacket because it will not fit. Merla Team, please update the information on your website!

I have been on the hunt for a leather jacket for a few months now. I wanted something different not just the same style leather jacket that I see everywhere. When browsing the web for the perfect jacket and spotted the Merla Moto website. I don�t ride motorbikes but I feel in love with the festival fringe style, so I thought why not? It just arrived yesterday and I am in LOVE! without the armour this jacket is just a regular jacket for a non rider like me. :)

Absolutely LOVE this jacket. This is the first moto jacket that has truly fit me like a glove. Not only is it cute, but it�s functional. The armor inserts and quality of this jacket brings me peace of mind when out riding my motorcycle. the jacket is also insanely warm. I love the fringe on the back for some added flare, and if I feel like it I can always remove it depending on my mood. The Nubuck leather is soft and different than your traditional leather jacket. Super versatile! 10/10 recommend.

The festival fringe was the perfect jacket for Dream Roll! I wore it as I rode all the way from Los Angeles to Washington and it was surprisingly warm along the misty, nippy coastline. The nubuck leather is so soft and held up well even in the misty, moist weather. The armor is essentially invisible and it moves really well with your body. It's not noticeable either while you're wearing the jacket meaning this jacket transitions super well from the bike to the bar. I got so many compliments on this jacket at Dream Roll! The fringe made me feel so festive and I love that I can zip it off when I want to go incognito. I incidentally ordered the XXS (I usually wear S) but it actually fit me since the leather is so soft and it wears in so nicely. This jacket fits true to size, but if you want a snug / tailored fit you can size down no problem.

Absolutely LOVE this jacket. This is the first moto jacket that has truly fit me like a glove. Not only is it cute, but its functional. The armor inserts and quality of this jacket brings me peace of mind when out riding my motorcycle. the jacket is also insanely warm. I love the fringe on the back for some added flare, and if I feel like it I can always remove it depending on my mood. The Nubuck leather is soft and different than your traditional leather jacket. Super versatile! 10/10 recommend.