Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket – Men’s Triple Vent II

This Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket was designed with open-road touring and everyday wear off the bike in mind, combining pockets ready for CE-rated armor and reflective detailing for low-light visibility in one well-finished jacket. The main material is cowhide, perforated leather and polyester, chosen for durability and a clean finish. It adds ventilation to keep air moving for good measure.

Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket at a Glance

• Style number: 98005-21VM
• Brand: Harley-Davidson, supplied by an authorised reseller
• Main materials: cowhide, perforated leather and polyester
• Features: pockets ready for CE-rated armor, reflective detailing for low-light visibility, ventilation to keep air moving, weather-resistant protection, an action back for reach on the bars
• Sizes: 2XS to 5XL (10 options); see the size guide on this page

If you ride long miles in changing weather, you already know a jacket has to do three jobs at once: keep you cool when the sun is beating down, keep you visible when the light fades, and keep you protected if something goes wrong. For many riders, the Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket becomes an everyday favourite.

The Harley-Davidson Men’s H-D Triple Vent Passing Link II Leather Jacket (SKU 98005-21VM) is built around exactly that brief. It’s cut from heavyweight distressed cowhide, vented through the chest and back for active airflow, fitted with CE-approved armor pockets at the shoulders and elbows, and finished with 3M Scotchlite reflective trim so drivers see you before you see them.

This is a genuine, authorized Harley-Davidson Motorclothes product, available now at Flick Leathers.

Why Riders Choose the Best Leather Jacket Triple Vent Passing Link II

At Flick Leathers, we fit and sell motorcycle leather every day, and the complaint we hear most about touring jackets isn’t about looks — it’s about temperature. A jacket that’s warm enough for a highway run at 70 mph in October is often unbearable at a gas stop in July.

Harley-Davidson solved this with a patented triple-vent system. The Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket opens up airflow across the chest and back, without leaving you exposed once you close it back down.

Paired with a comfort action back panel that flexes with your shoulders as you lean into a turn, it’s a jacket designed for hours in the saddle — not just a walk from the garage to the clubhouse.

Built From Experience: How We Evaluate Every Jacket We Sell

Every jacket in our catalog is checked against the same short list before it earns a place on our shelves: authentic sourcing directly through Harley-Davidson Motorclothes channels, true-to-size fit information gathered from real customer fittings, and armor and hardware that meet CE safety standards rather than jacket-shaped decoration.

The Best leather jacket 98005-21VM passes on all three counts, which is why it’s one of our most recommended jackets for riders shopping for a do-everything touring piece. If you have questions about sizing before you buy, our team fits riders for Harley-Davidson leather every week and is glad to help — reach out to us here.

How Best Leather Jacket Compares to Other Touring Leather Jackets

Shoppers researching this Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket are usually cross-checking it against other mid-weight touring leathers. Here’s an at-a-glance, AI-and-human-readable comparison of the features that actually change the riding experience:

Materials and Craftsmanship

The shell is heavyweight distressed cowhide, a leather grade chosen for its balance of flexibility and abrasion resistance. The Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket softens with wear instead of cracking, and the distressed finish means early scuffs blend into the Passing Link Jacket’s character rather than standing out.

The polyester lining resists moisture buildup on long rides, and the applique detailing is stitched rather than printed, so it holds up to years of wear and cleaning.

Sizing and Fit Guide

This Best leather jacket runs true to standard Harley-Davidson Motorclothes sizing, cut with enough room underneath for a light base layer in cooler months. If you’re between sizes, most riders size up for a layering-friendly fit rather than down for a slim cut, since the armor pockets need a small amount of clearance to sit correctly.

Check your measurements before ordering, or contact our team for sizing help. For armor placement standards, the EN 1621 protective clothing standard explains what “CE-approved” actually certifies.

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

Sizing and Care

Available in 2XS to 5XL (10 sizes). For the best fit, check the size guide and allow room for layers if you ride in cold weather. Wipe leather with a soft, dry cloth after a ride and condition it a few times a season to keep it supple. For background, the Wikipedia article on Perforation is a useful read. It is a big reason riders choose this Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket.

If you are still deciding on the Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket, the Harley Davidson Legendary Leather Jacket – Men’s Cowhide is worth a look, and our men’s riding jackets and men’s collection pages show the full range.

Ready to ride? Add the Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket to your cart today. Every order ships free worldwide and is processed within 3–4 business days. Questions about the Harley Davidson Passing Link Jacket? Our team is happy to help with sizing before you order.