Vanguard™ Kevlar® Armoured Motorcycle Zip Hoodie

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Overview

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Vanguard™ Kevlar® Armoured Zip Hoodie

Armoured Riding Hoodie · Full DuPont™ Kevlar® Lining · EN 17092-3 Class AA Shell · CE Certified Armour

Looks Like A Hoodie · Rated Like Gear

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Full DuPont™ Kevlar® Lining

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CE Certified Armour

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EN 17092-3 Class AA

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The Motrox Vanguard is a full-zip riding hoodie for the commuter who wants real protection without the armoured-jacket look. Under a clean cotton fleece shell, in Black, Dark Grey or Light Grey, the whole hoodie is fully lined with genuine 220gsm DuPont™ Kevlar® aramid, with four-needle double-reinforced seams, and removable CE certified armour at the shoulders, elbows and back. The shell is certified to EN 17092-3:2020, Class AA, the European standard for urban and touring motorcycle garments, with AA results for seams, abrasion and tear.

Pick your colour, size and armour spec above. The Vanguard is a stocked, standard-size garment (not made-to-measure) in 20 sizes from XS to 8XL, including tall cuts, and it ships free Australia-wide.

At A Glance

Class AA

EN 17092-3 shell

L1 / L2

CE armour, EN 1621

Full Lining

220gsm DuPont™ Kevlar®

XS–8XL

Plus tall sizes

YKK

Heavy-duty zips

4 Pockets

2 hand, 2 phone

3 Loops

Belt loops to pants

15–19 days

Lead time, free delivery

Tech Specs · What Is Built Into It

Vanguard Kevlar motorcycle hoodie cutaway: fleece outer layer, DuPont Kevlar lining, micro-mesh comfort layer, shoulder, back and elbow CE armour

Three layers, three armour zones, one hoodie

01 · Shell

EN 17092-3:2020 Class AA

Seams AA · Abrasion AA · Tear AA. Tested and certified as a complete garment, not just a fabric swatch.

02 · Outer layer

Cotton Fleece With Flex

100% cotton fleece with stretch, so it moves with you on the bars and still reads as a hoodie off the bike.

03 · Lining

Full DuPont™ Kevlar® Lining

Genuine 220gsm DuPont™ Kevlar® aramid lining through the hoodie for abrasion resistance where the road hits first.

04 · Comfort layer

Micro-Mesh Inner

100% polyester micro-mesh against the skin keeps air moving so the Kevlar® layer does not turn the hoodie into a sauna.

05 · Armour

CE Certified, EN 1621

Removable shoulder, elbow and back protectors, Level 1 or Level 2. Pockets are built in; armour slides in and out.

06 · Construction

Built To Hold Together

Four-needle overlock stitching, double reinforced. Heavy-duty YKK front zip. Water-sealed taffeta pockets. Three waist belt loops.

Choose Your Armour

Smooth Ways CE Level 1 motorcycle armour set, EN 1621, shoulders elbows and back

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Level 1 · Smooth Ways

CE certified to EN 1621 Level 1. Slim, flexible and light. The everyday commuter set: shoulders, elbows and back included.

Keep Tech CE Level 2 motorcycle armour set, EN 1621, Rhomb Flex back and Air-Flexform shoulders and elbows

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Level 2 · Smooth Ways or Keep Tech

CE certified to EN 1621 Level 2, the higher impact rating. Keep Tech uses air-flow Flexform shoulder and elbow protectors with a Rhomb Flex back.

Flying Bats CE Level 2 motorcycle armour set, EN 1621, SCUTY back protector and Lite Pro shoulder and elbow

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Level 2 · Flying Bats

CE certified to EN 1621 Level 2. SCUTY full back protector with Lite Pro Air Wise shoulder and elbow armour. Available in black, orange or red.

Every option includes shoulder, elbow and back protectors, CE certified to EN 1621. The armour photos are also in the product gallery, so you can zoom in on each set before you choose.

Key Features

Full DuPont™ Kevlar® Lining

The whole hoodie is lined with genuine 220gsm DuPont™ Kevlar® aramid under the 100% cotton fleece shell, with a soft 100% polyester micro-mesh layer against the skin. Abrasion resistance where it counts, and it still feels like a hoodie.

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EN 17092-3:2020 Class AA Shell

The whole garment is certified to the European motorcycle clothing standard with AA results for seam strength, abrasion resistance and tear strength. Certificate below.

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CE Certified Removable Armour

Shoulder, elbow and back protectors certified to EN 1621, in your choice of Level 1 or Level 2. Slide them out and it is just a hoodie again.

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Four-Needle Reinforced Seams

Overlock four-needle stitching with double reinforcement so the seams hold when it matters.

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YKK Zips and Sealed Pockets

Heavy-duty YKK front zip, two external hand pockets and two internal phone pockets in water-sealed polyester taffeta. The pockets are waterproof; the hoodie is not a rain jacket.

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Belt Loops That Keep It In Place

Three waist belt loops connect the hoodie to your riding pants so it stays put in a slide instead of riding up.

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Everyday Stealth Styling

Clean streetwear cut in Black, Dark Grey or Light Grey. Café, office or pub, it reads as a hoodie. Only you know what is built into it.

Closer Look

Vanguard hoodie hand pocket and label close-up

Pocket & Trim Detail

Deep hand pockets in water-sealed taffeta, clean seams, and a fleece that looks right in the café as well as on the bike.

Cutaway showing the outer shell, Kevlar layer, mesh lining and removable armour positions

Armoured Where It Counts

Removable armour at shoulders, elbows and back, wrapped in a breathable mesh shell so every ride does not turn into a sauna.

Fabric Up Close

Cotton fleece face with flex, full Kevlar® lining underneath. Soft to the touch, built for the road.

Certification

Garment: EN 17092-3:2020, Class AA

EN 17092 is the European standard for motorcycle riders' protective garments. Class AA is the rating for urban and touring riding: the garment passed the impact abrasion, seam strength and tear strength tests as a complete piece of clothing.

Certificate no. UE-001002/00 (EU type-examination, PPE Category II)
Issued by Eurofins Textile Testing Spain, notified body 2865
Issued 15 April 2025 · Valid to 15 April 2030
Covers the men's and ladies' protective fleece hoodie with back, elbow and shoulder protectors, sizes XS to 10XL

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Armour: CE Certified, EN 1621

Every armour option is CE certified to EN 1621, the standard for motorcycle impact protectors. Level 1 is the standard rating; Level 2 transmits less force in the test and is the higher rating.

Level 1 Smooth Ways shoulder, elbow and back set
Level 2 Smooth Ways, Keep Tech or Flying Bats sets
Positions shoulders, elbows and back on every option
Removable for washing and off-bike wear

Size Chart — Body Measurements

Vanguard™ Kevlar® Armoured Zip Hoodie

Body measurements · centimetres

⚠️ Our Honest Sizing Advice

Measure your chest at the fullest point and your belly at the widest point. Use whichever is larger to pick your size. The Vanguard is cut to be worn over a t-shirt with the armour fitted, so the fit already allows for it. Between sizes? The smaller size gives a snug, secure fit; the larger size gives more room to move. Tall (-T) sizes add body and sleeve length for the same chest range. Full guide with a worked example: Hoodie Size Guide.

#	Regular	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL	6XL	7XL	8XL
1	Chest (cm)	84–91	91–97	97–102	102–107	109–114	117–122	124–130	132–137	140–145	147–152	155–160	163–168
2	Belly, up to (cm)	91	97	102	107	114	122	130	137	145	152	160	168

#	Tall	M-T	L-T	XL-T	2XL-T	3XL-T	4XL-T	5XL-T	6XL-T
1	Chest (cm)	94–99	102–109	112–119	122–130	132–140	142–150	152–160	163–170
2	Belly, up to (cm)	99	109	119	130	140	150	160	170

Garment measurements, laid flat

How to measure a hoodie laid flat: A half chest, B half hem, C back length, D sleeve length, E half cuff, F shoulder

Compare these with a hoodie you already own. Lay it flat and zipped on a table and measure with a tape: A across the chest just under the armpits, B across the bottom band, C from the top of the shoulder down to the hem, D from the shoulder point to the end of the cuff, E across the cuff opening, F across the back from one shoulder seam to the other. "½" means the flat width, one side only, which is how hoodies are measured. Tall (-T) sizes are longer in the body and sleeves and, from L-T up, a little wider in the chest: see the tall table.

#	Regular garment, laid flat (cm)	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL	6XL	7XL	8XL
A	½ Chest flat, armpit to armpit	53.5	56	58.5	61	65	68.5	72.5	76	80	84	87.5	91.5
B	½ Hem flat across the bottom band	43	45.5	48.5	51	54.5	58.5	62	66	70	73.5	77.5	81.5
C	Back length top of shoulder to hem	63.5	65.5	67.5	69	72	74.5	77	79.5	82	83	84.5	85.5
D	Sleeve shoulder point to cuff	63.5	65	66	67.5	68.5	70	71	72.5	73.5	73.5	75	75
E	½ Cuff flat across the cuff opening	10	10	11	11	11.5	11.5	12	12	12.5	12.5	13.5	13.5
F	Shoulder seam to seam across the back	49.5	51	52	53.5	55	57	59	61	63	65	66.5	68.5

#	Tall garment, laid flat (cm)	M-T	L-T	XL-T	2XL-T	3XL-T	4XL-T	5XL-T	6XL-T
A	½ Chest flat, armpit to armpit	58.5	62	67.5	72.5	77.5	82.5	87.5	92.5
B	½ Hem flat across the bottom band	48.5	52	57	62	67.5	72.5	77.5	82.5
C	Back length top of shoulder to hem	72.5	75	77.5	80	82.5	85	87.5	90
D	Sleeve shoulder point to cuff	68.5	70	71	72.5	73.5	75	76	77.5
E	½ Cuff flat across the cuff opening	11	11	11.5	11.5	12	12	12.5	12.5
F	Shoulder seam to seam across the back	51.5	53.5	56	58.5	61	63.5	66	68.5

✓ Size by the larger of chest or belly using the body tables; use the garment table to compare with a hoodie you own | Standard sizes only, this hoodie is not made-to-measure | Open the full hoodie size guide

Quick Answers

Which armour should I choose?

Not sure? Level 1 Smooth Ways is the everyday commuter choice: slim and light. Choose any Level 2 option if you want the higher impact rating for longer rides or higher speeds. Every option covers shoulders, elbows and back.

Does the price include the armour?

Yes. The price shown for your selected option includes the full shoulder, elbow and back armour set for that option. Nothing extra to buy.

Is it waterproof?

No. The pockets are water-sealed and waterproof, so your phone stays dry, but the hoodie itself is not a rain jacket. Wear a shell over it in real rain.

Can I wear it without the armour?

Yes. All protectors are removable, so off the bike it is simply a hoodie. Put the armour back in before you ride; the Class AA rating covers the shell, the armour covers impacts.

How warm is it?

It is a cotton fleece hoodie with a full Kevlar® lining and a mesh inner, so it is warmer than a plain hoodie. Good for cool mornings and mild days; layer a base layer under it in winter and expect it to be warm in the middle of summer.

How do I pick my size?

Measure chest and belly and use the larger number in the chart above. Between sizes, go smaller for a snug fit or larger for room. If your sleeves always run short, choose a Tall (-T) size.

How do I wash it?

Remove all armour first. Machine wash cold, inside out, with like colours. No bleach, no dry cleaning, lay flat to dry in the shade, iron on low if needed.

How long until it arrives?

Due to extremely high demand, the lead time on this product is approximately 15 to 19 business days. Delivery is free Australia-wide and tracking is emailed as soon as it ships.

Delivery, Returns & Care

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Lead Time & Delivery: Due to extremely high demand, the lead time on this product is approximately 15 to 19 business days. Delivery is free Australia-wide with nothing extra to pay, and tracking is emailed as soon as it ships.

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Returns & Exchanges: Handled directly by Motrox Australia under our Refund Policy. Check the size chart carefully before ordering; size exchanges take the same lead time.

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Washing: Remove all armour first. Machine wash cold, inside out, with like colours. Do not bleach, do not dry clean, lay flat to dry in the shade. Iron on low if needed.

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Removable Armour: All protectors are removable for comfort, cleaning and off-bike wear.

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Colour Accuracy: Slight colour variations may occur due to photography lighting.

Delivery & returns

Delivery: 15–19 business days. Free shipping worldwide.

See our Return & Exchange Policy and Shipping Policy for the full details.

Size guide

Vanguard™ Kevlar® Armoured Motorcycle Zip Hoodie

Our honest sizing advice: Measure your chest at the fullest point and your belly at the widest point. Use whichever is larger to pick your size. The Vanguard is cut to be worn over a t-shirt with the armour fitted, so the fit already allows for it. Between sizes? The smaller size gives a snug, secure fit; the larger size gives more room to move. Tall (-T) sizes add body and sleeve length for the same chest range. Full guide with a worked example: Hoodie Size Guide.

#	Regular	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL	6XL	7XL	8XL
1	Chest (cm)	84–91	91–97	97–102	102–107	109–114	117–122	124–130	132–137	140–145	147–152	155–160	163–168
2	Belly, up to (cm)	91	97	102	107	114	122	130	137	145	152	160	168

#	Tall	M-T	L-T	XL-T	2XL-T	3XL-T	4XL-T	5XL-T	6XL-T
1	Chest (cm)	94–99	102–109	112–119	122–130	132–140	142–150	152–160	163–170
2	Belly, up to (cm)	99	109	119	130	140	150	160	170

#	Tall garment, laid flat (cm)	M-T	L-T	XL-T	2XL-T	3XL-T	4XL-T	5XL-T	6XL-T
A	½ Chest flat, armpit to armpit	58.5	62	67.5	72.5	77.5	82.5	87.5	92.5
B	½ Hem flat across the bottom band	48.5	52	57	62	67.5	72.5	77.5	82.5
C	Back length top of shoulder to hem	72.5	75	77.5	80	82.5	85	87.5	90
D	Sleeve shoulder point to cuff	68.5	70	71	72.5	73.5	75	76	77.5
E	½ Cuff flat across the cuff opening	11	11	11.5	11.5	12	12	12.5	12.5
F	Shoulder seam to seam across the back	51.5	53.5	56	58.5	61	63.5	66	68.5