Alpha 4.0 Motorcycle Jacket - Black
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We’re proud to introduce the 4th generation our Alpha Jacket. Our best jacket, just got a whole lot better!
- Protective Maxtex® 600 D outer shell for superior abrasion resistance
- Armour compatible* (shoulders, elbows, back) - *sold separately
- NEW Waterproof Humax® membrane (14,348mmH2O) and highly breathable (19,241g/m2/24 h)
- Fully Seam Sealed construction
- NEW SmartVent ™ System - 5 x airflow vents
- NEW Removable Thermoline® thermal lining
- NEW Removable Wrist Gaiter design - attached to thermal liner
- NEW Reflective ogos
- NEW Improved fit for optimal performance and comfort
- NEW Removable hood with magnetic keeper
- NEW Hidden key/fob clip in front pocket
- Water resistant pockets with premium YKK® Aquaguard® zippers
- 2-way YKK® Vislon® main zipper with storm flap - Easily adjust the bottom of the jacket depending on your riding position
- Comfort lined collar, cuffs and hand-warmer pockets
- Free express shipping for Australian Orders over $200 AUD
I know what you’re thinking… “what’s different compared to the old Alpha Jacket”? We’ve spent the past 2 years riding all over the world, taking notes of ‘all the small things’ that we could improve. More importantly, we listened to YOU. Your emails and reviews had some hidden clues on ways we could improve the design… and we’ve been paying attention.
STAY PROTECTED
We’ve stuck with the classic Protective Maxtex® 600 D outer shell for superior abrasion resistance. For added protection, we’ve designed the jacket to be 100% compatible with body armour inserts for the back, shoulders and elbows (sold separately). NEED ARMOUR? CLICK HERE.Please note: Our Alpha Jacket takes our Zeus Pro CE Level 2 Back Protector in Large, however previous batches of this jacket may require Regular. If you’re purchasing a back protector separately, or need one for a different Akin Moto jacket, please email us first to confirm which size you need.
STAY COMFORTABLE
Cold weather? We’ve improved the removable Thermoline® thermal liner, plus added built-in wrist gaiters to help block cold wind from entering your sleeves.
Warm weather? Zip-out that thermal lining and open the new SmartVentTM System (with a total of 5 zipper vents) for maximum air circulation, keeping you cooler.
With a total of 5 large pockets, you’ll have plenty of room to stash all your valuables on your next ride. We’ve added a magnetic keeper to the removable hood (to stop it flapping around), there’s a hidden key clip in the front pocket for your key/fob, reflective logos for extra visibility and premium YKK® zippers all round.
STAY DRY
Built for the worst conditions – Fully seam sealed + our new Humax® membrane features a huge 14k Waterproof + 19k Breathability rating, resulting in the ultimate protection against rain, wind and snow. (14,348 mmH2O + 19,241 g/m2/24 h)
STAY OUT THERE
We’ve built the new Alpha Jacket to take you wherever you want to go. From mountain peaks, to city streets. Around town, or around the world. The Alpha 4.0 Motorcycle jacket is ready for it all.
Australian Customers:
Free Express Post on orders over $200aud*
$15 flat rate EXPRESS POST with tracking
International Customers:
All international postage costs are calculated at checkout and subject to your location, parcel size and the shipping service chosen. We will only ever charge you the exact shipping cost - We charge you what Australia Post charges us.
For a detailed breakdown on Shipping, Returns and Exchanges, please visit our Shipping & Returns Page
*Offer applies to final order purchase price totalling over $200 after any discounts are applied. If your discounted total falls below the threshold, standard shipping rates apply.
Big business should take note, Akin Moto is an example of how to get things right. From customer service, to their return and exchange process to the quality of their product. I now have the jacket and pants, both with full armour, and both are extremely warm and comfortable to wear. The slightly looser fit jacket allows you to wear extra layers if you need. I think the quality is great, price is spot on and they look cool.
178cm and 68kg
Jacket size S
Pants size XS
Thank you so much for the incredible review and for taking the time to share your experience.
Reading feedback like this really means a lot to us. We're stoked to hear the whole experience has been a great for you.
You’ve nailed one of the key benefits of the Alpha Jacket too - the roomier fit gives you the option to layer up when the temperature really drops, while still being comfortable on the bike.
Thanks again for your support and for including your height, weight and sizing as well. We're certain that'll help plenty of other riders choose the right size.
Ride safe, and we hope the Alpha gear serves you well for many adventures to come!
I had been eying this jacket up for a while, spoke with Grant for some help with the sizing, I’m 175cm tall with a 100cm chest, bit on the lean side. He recommended size large, I pulled the trigger and bought the jacket along with the pants, and he was spot on with the sizing! The jacket layers perfectly with whatever I need to wear underneath, fits slightly looser which is what I wanted out of the jacket, and looks pretty casual too so I don’t end up looking like a power ranger when I go into the shop to buy some things.
It’s definitely rain proof, and keeps me warm even without the thermal liner. I find that the vents offer some decent ventilation for when it’s a bit warmer, but probably won’t be ideal for summer, which is fair given it’s made out of thick textile and has rainproof fabric built in.
The thermal liner is nice for when it does get extra cold, but I do find the wrist gaiter is impractical to use if you are using gauntlet style gloves. This isn’t a big issue though as you can just put it over your wrist instead of using the thumb gaiter, it just makes putting your gloves on a bit more difficult (if they are gauntlet style).
I also bought the armour (back, elbows and shoulders) and they all fit snug into place and don’t move around, you hardly notice it’s there!
Grant is a legend and I would definitely recommend emailing him if you are concerned about sizing. I strongly recommend this jacket if you are looking for a stylish, well made 3/4 season jacket!
Hi Caeleb,
Wow - we couldn't be more stoked on this review! Thanks so much for taking the time to share such a detailed rundown of your experience.
I'm really glad the sizing recommendation was spot on and that the fit is exactly what you were hoping for. It sounds like you've summed up the Alpha 4.0 perfectly too - comfortable through the cooler months with plenty of ventilation for the warmer days, but still a dedicated cold and wet weather jacket rather than a summer option.
We really appreciate your feedback on the wrist gaiters as well. We've found they work really well with our Alpha gloves and other gloves of a similar cuff length, but we'll definitely take your comments on board when considering riders using gauntlet-style gloves.
Thanks again for your purchase, your kind words, and for trusting us with your gear. Enjoy the jacket, and ride safe!
Was expecting a nice jacket but what I got exceeded my expectations. Really nicely made and looks awesome. Has kept me very warm on my 3am winter commutes in Sydney.
Also purchased the elbow and shoulder armor. Both fit well and don’t move around when wearing the jacket.
Another shout out to Grant for all his help with making sure I got the right size. Your customer service is on fucking point. I’ll definitely be coming back to buy more Akin gear!!
Thanks so much Pete! We're stoked to hear the Alpha 4.0 exceeded your expectations. Keeping you warm on a 3am Sydney winter commutes is a perfect example of where the Alpha jacket shines.
We really appreciate the kind words about our customer service as well. We're always stoked to help any customer that needs any assistance and get the size dialled before ordering.
We really appreciate your support and look forward to getting you into some more Akin gear down the track. Ride safe!
In a world full of stars and mice, the jacket holds its own among them in my opinion.
I purchased this with the armour set and although at the time or this review I am waiting on the elbow inserts, the jacket has been a great addition to my daily commuting kit.
I purchased this in preparation for winter and I'm confident I won't freeze this year and trust the protectors will do their job if needed.
Grant was great to deal with when it came to sizing questions and was very patient and accommodating. Even if I wasn't able to try the jacket on physically I was confident it'd be a perfect fit - which it is!
Hi Roy,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and for sharing such detailed feedback.
We're stoked to hear the Alpha 4.0 is working well as part of your daily commute setup, and that you’re feeling confident with both the fit and the level of protection. Good to also hear it’s set you up for the colder months ahead.
We appreciate you mentioning the sizing support as well - we always aim to make that part of the process as clear and straightforward as possible. We're excited to have you fully set up with soon to be arriving elbow inserts.
If anything comes up or you need a hand down the track, feel free to reach out.
I’ve been running the Alpha 4.0 jacket and Grenade gloves for a couple of weeks and honestly, the quality is next level.
Living in the snowy mountains, cold and wet conditions are just part of the deal—and this jacket handles it effortlessly. I’ve had it out in 4°C weather wearing nothing but a thin shirt underneath and still stayed properly warm. That’s rare. Most gear claims it can do that, but this actually delivers. Wind, cold, light rain—it just shrugs it off. Easily the best jacket I own for harsh conditions.
Fit and comfort are spot on too. It doesn’t feel bulky or restrictive, which matters when you’re riding for long stretches or dealing with twisty roads. You can tell it’s been designed by people who actually ride.
The Grenade gloves are just as solid—great feel, good protection, and they don’t compromise on control. No numb, disconnected feeling on the throttle or levers.
Only downside right now? I need the Alpha gloves back in stock in my size. Once that’s sorted, I’ve got zero complaints.
Genuinely impressed—this is proper gear, not just hype. Thanks again for the awesome kit.
Hi Sam,
Thanks for taking the time to share such detailed feedback - we're really stoked to hear the Alpha 4.0 Jacket is working well for you in proper cold, windy and wet riding conditions - The snowy mountains can definitely give tough conditions, so it's great to hear it's holding up!
We really appreciate the feedback on the Grenade Gloves as well - these gloves are perfect for good throttle feel and control without that disconnected feeling that can come from more bulky gloves, but we're stoked to hear you're eager for our Alpha Gloves to come back as well.
Thanks again for the support and for repping Akin on your rides!
