Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket – Men’s Anniversary, Black Leather

Meet the Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket in Black Leather: a jacket built around long highway days and cool evening rides, with ventilation to keep air moving and an action back for reach on the bars where riders actually need them. The main material is cowhide, denim and mesh, chosen for durability and a clean finish. It adds practical storage pockets for good measure.

Inside the Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket

• Style number: 97051-23VM
• Brand: Harley-Davidson, supplied by an authorised reseller
• Main materials: cowhide, denim and mesh
• Colour: Black Leather
• Features: ventilation to keep air moving, an action back for reach on the bars, practical storage pockets, a secure snap collar, signature Harley-Davidson graphics
• Sizes: 2XS to 5XL, plus 1W–3W (13 options); see the size guide on this page

A Heritage Jacket With a Distinctive Racing Influence

The Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket Leather Harley-Davidson 120th Anniversary Mens Leather Jacket is designed for riders and collectors who appreciate authentic motorcycle heritage with a more refined, race-inspired appearance. Part number 97051-23VM, this commemorative leather jacket combines a classic black-and-contrast finish with distinctive anniversary details that make it stand apart from ordinary motorcycle outerwear.

The official product specifications describe the Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket as being made from midweight cowhide leather with a two-tone washed finish, giving it a broken-in appearance while retaining the substantial character associated with leather motorcycle clothing.

Why the 120th Anniversary Edition Stands Out

A major attraction of this Jacket Black Leather is its connection to Harley-Davidson’s 120th Anniversary celebration. Rather than simply placing a small logo on a conventional jacket, this model incorporates commemorative branding, custom hardware and anniversary graphics throughout the design.

The two-tone washed cowhide gives the Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket a vintage-inspired character, while the contrasting leather striping introduces a sporty visual element. According to available product specifications, the Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket also includes embroidered anniversary patches, custom branding and soft-hand printed graphics.

That combination makes it suitable for someone who wants a motorcycle jacket that feels connected to Harley-Davidson history without looking overly traditional.

Leather Construction and Everyday Character

Cowhide remains one of the most recognizable materials in motorcycle apparel because of its substantial feel and distinctive natural appearance. This model uses midweight cowhide, finished with a two-tone wash to create a worn-in visual effect.

The leather is complemented by a 100% polyester mesh body lining, while the sleeves use polyester taffeta lining. This combination creates a practical interior while allowing the outer leather to remain the dominant feature of the garment.

Design Details That Make It Different

This isn’t a basic leather zip jacket. Several design elements give the Jacket Black Leather its distinctive personality:

• Midweight two-tone washed cowhide
• Mandarin-style collar
• Snap-tab collar closure
• Front zip closure
• Zippered sleeve openings
• Action back construction
• Contrast leather striping
• Interior chest pocket
• Custom 120th Anniversary hardware
• Anniversary embroidered patches
• Harley-Davidson commemorative graphics

The action back is particularly useful in a motorcycle-inspired design because it gives the back of the 120th Leather Jacket additional movement. The mandarin collar also creates a cleaner, more streamlined appearance than the traditional wide-lapel biker collar.

A Jacket Built Around the Rider’s Movement

Motorcycle jackets need to do more than look good while standing still. The action-back construction on this Harley-Davidson model helps provide additional flexibility when moving your arms and shoulders.

The zippered sleeves also contribute to the Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket’s streamlined appearance. Meanwhile, the snap-tab collar can be worn closed for a more finished look or styled more casually depending on the situation.

Storage Where You Actually Need It

The Jacket Black Leather doesn’t sacrifice practicality for its heritage appearance. It includes welt hand-warmer pockets with zipper closures, giving you convenient storage while maintaining the clean exterior profile.

An interior welt chest pocket provides additional storage inside the Harley Davidson 120th Leather Jacket. This makes the jacket useful beyond motorcycle rides, particularly when you’re wearing it for everyday activities, motorcycle gatherings, travel or casual evenings.

The storage arrangement is also consistent with the understated design approach of the jacket: functional features remain integrated into the overall silhouette instead of dominating it.

For another view of classic leather construction, Schott NYC is well known for its heritage leather outerwear and motorcycle-inspired jackets.

Styling the Jacket Black Leather

One of the strongest advantages of this jacket is how easily it can be styled.

Building a matching kit? Take a look at the men’s Vanocker leather jacket, and riders who like this style often pick the men’s Pale leather jacket too.

Fit and Care Tips

It comes in 13 sizes (2XS to 5XL, plus 1W–3W). If you are between sizes or plan to wear thicker layers underneath, size up. Keep leather away from direct heat when it gets wet, let it dry naturally, then apply a light conditioner. If you want to dig deeper, see Harley-Davidson Topper on Wikipedia.

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