Introducing the Vanguard Motorcycle Hoodie, where cutting-edge technology meets casual style.
This innovative hoodie transforms traditional motorcycle wear by blending soft fleece with genuine DuPont™ Kevlar® fibres into a single-layer ‘PowerFleece’ design, offering exceptional comfort without sacrificing safety.
Maintaining the classic look of a casual hoodie, the Vanguard is perfect for both on and off the bike. Don’t let its relaxed appearance fool you—this hoodie is engineered for CE ‘AA’ levels of abrasion resistance, ensuring robust protection in the event of a slide. Tested to EN 17092-1:2020 standards, it achieves an impressive minimum slide distance of 31 meters at 75 km/h.
For enhanced protection, the Vanguard Hoodie is compatible with our CE Level 2 'Zeus Pro Armour' for the shoulders, elbows, and back. This additional armour is sold separately, allowing you to tailor your protection to your riding needs.
Ride confidently knowing that the Vanguard Motorcycle Hoodie blends stylish versatility with advanced protective technology, making it the ultimate choice for modern riders.
Australian Customers:
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Absolutely perfect. Upgrade from my used and abused hoody of many years!
Thanks so much for sharing! It’s awesome to hear it's such an upgrade and hitting the spot – here’s to many more years of riding in comfort.
I purchased this model hoodie years ago. I think I read a social media post and then researched the brand and pulled the trigger on this and some gloves. It’s a heavyweight hoodie that is very, very comfortable and breathable. I’ve worn it in hot and colder temperatures with different layers for comfort. The quality of the stitching and fabric is top notch. I’ve used it with and without armor. The inner mesh isn’t itchy or cheap feeling. The zippers are beefy. I’m glad I sized up at the time because I can easily wear this over an inner set of armor.
Hey Danimal, that’s awesome to hear – thanks for sharing such a detailed review! It’s great knowing your hoodie has stood the test of time and continues to perform across different rides and conditions. We really appreciate you taking a chance on the brand early on and sticking with it all these years. Ride safe out there!
Took a punt from the instagram post, jacket is extremely high quality material, good chunky zipper and feels great on, ordered 1 size up to fit my tech air underneath fits perfectly
Hi Mark, thanks so much for giving us a go! We really appreciate you taking a chance on our smaller brand, and we’re stoked to hear the hoodie been a win. Sounds like you nailed the sizing too – glad it’s working perfectly with your Tech-Air setup. Ride safe!
This hoodie is my new favourite item of clothing. Made for riding but looks better than any of my jackets or hoodies I have and comfy!! The length is great as the bottom up zip does is job so the back keeps the wind off your back. As it’s a hoodie it is breathable so warm off the bike and wind goes through like it’s a thick hoodie so for me is suited to months outside winter. For a more fitted feel go for the size under what you have using the size guide.
Customer service is A+. Any questions or orders handled great and fast!
Thanks so much for sharing your feedback Steve! We’re absolutely stoked to hear the Vanguard Hoodie has become your new favourite, that's awesome! Great point as well about sizing and the versatility across different seasons, that’ll really helpful. Really appreciate your kind words about the team too - we’ll make sure that gets passed on! Ride safe and enjoy the hoodie.
Feels great, comfortable, doesn’t flap in the wind. Fantastic quality. I’m 187cm and 100kg, XL is perfect for me. If the rest of the Akin range is as good as this, I’m in!!!!
Thanks so much for your review Nige! We're stoked to hear how impressed you are with the Vanguard Hoodie! Cheers for the sizing feedback too, it's really helpful for others! We really appreciate the support, and are certain you’ll love the rest of the range just as much - feel free to get in touch at any time if we can help in the future!
