The Dickies x Harley-Davidson Twill Vest (97400-26VM) is a men’s insulated vest made from 9.5-ounce recycled poly-cotton twill with a water-repellent coating, quilted taffeta lining, a two-way front zip, and a slightly oversized fit built for layering on and off the bike.

Dickies x Harley-Davidson Twill Vest (97400-26VM): Men’s Insulated Workwear Vest

Some jackets try to look tough. This one just is. The Men’s Dickies x Harley-Davidson Twill Vest, part number 97400-26VM, is a co-branded piece from the second official Dickies x Harley-Davidson® collection, and it’s built the way both companies have built things for over a century: no shortcuts, no filler fabric, and nothing on it that doesn’t earn its place.

This is a sleeveless mid-layer cut from 9.5 oz. recycled poly-cotton twill, insulated with polyfill, and lined in quilted taffeta, so it holds its own on a cool ride or layers cleanly under a Dickies x H-D Eisenhower jacket when the temperature drops. If you’re comparing it to the brand’s Dickies x H-D Denim Vest, the twill version trades the raw denim look for insulated, all-weather practicality: same collaboration, different job.

Why This Vest Earns Its Spot in Your Rotation

Dickies has been outfitting people who work with their hands since 1922, and Harley-Davidson has spent just as long building gear for people who ride. This vest is what happens when those two philosophies get put on the same cutting table: a garment tested against wind, wear, and daily use rather than styled for a lookbook. That’s the short version of why it holds up; the full construction breakdown is below.

Key Product Bullet Points

• Fabric: 65% recycled polyester / 35% cotton heavyweight twill, 9.5 oz., with a durable water-repellent (DWR) coating
• Insulation & lining: Polyfill insulation with a 100% polyester taffeta lining in a contrast diamond-quilted pattern
• Fit: Slightly oversized cut, designed to layer comfortably over tees, hoodies, or work shirts
• Closure: Two-way front zipper for airflow control and easy movement on and off the bike
• Storage: Front utility pockets with snap closure, plus an interior chest pocket with a D-ring key clip
• Construction details: Back yoke piecing, straight front hem, shirttail back hem
• Branding: Embroidered canvas twill patch and co-branded woven label, understated, not logo-heavy
• Part number: 97400-26VM

Built From Materials That Actually Hold Up

The shell is a 9.5-ounce recycled poly-cotton twill, heavy enough to resist abrasion from a saddlebag or a shop bench, light enough that it doesn’t feel like armor. The durable water-repellent finish means rain beads and rolls off instead of soaking through, which matters more on a bike than almost anywhere else. Inside, the polyfill insulation and diamond-quilted taffeta lining trap warmth without adding bulk, so the vest stays wearable as a mid-layer even under a riding jacket.

This is the same fabric platform used across the wider Dickies x Harley-Davidson collection, which is worth knowing if you’re planning to layer pieces from the same capsule: the vest, the Eisenhower jacket, and the work pants are all cut from compatible weights and colorways so they mix without looking mismatched.

Fit and Sizing Guidance

The vest runs slightly oversized by design, meant to sit over a T-shirt, hoodie, or flannel without feeling tight across the shoulders. If you usually wear a snug, fitted vest, consider sizing down; if you plan to layer it over a hoodie in cold weather, true to size is the safer call. For more on how construction details like back panels and hem shape affect fit and layering, this guide to biker vest construction breaks down what each panel is doing.

How It Compares

What Makes This Vest Trustworthy: Real Construction, Real Brands

Harley-Davidson Twill Vest isn’t a licensed print slapped on a generic blank. It’s a genuine co-branded product from Harley-Davidson’s official apparel line, manufactured to the same specification sheet used across the Harley-Davidson and Dickies workwear catalogs, and it carries the part number 97400-26VM that you can cross-reference on Harley-Davidson’s own site. If you want the manufacturer’s original listing for comparison, you can find it here: Harley-Davidson® official product page. Background on the second Dickies x H-D capsule collection, including how the vest fits into the wider “Built to Outlast” line, is covered in this industry trade-press writeup.

The Biker Harley-Davidson Twill Vest, In Context

The Harley-Davidson Twill Vest as a riding garment has a longer history than most people realize. Harley-Davidson’s own archives trace the modern motorcycle vest through decades of change, from early sleeveless jerkins to the club “cuts” that came out of post-war biker culture, a story told in detail in Harley-Davidson’s own history of the motorcycle vest. Menswear publication Heddels covers the same evolution from a workwear and outlaw-culture angle in its deep dive on biker cuts, and for anyone weighing a vest against a full jacket for riding, Boundless Rider’s overview of biker jacket history is a useful reference point on how the two garments developed side by side.

Who This Vest Is For

• Riders who want a warm mid-layer that still looks right off the bike
• Anyone who prefers a slightly oversized, layer-friendly cut over a tight, structured vest
• Fans of both brands who want authentic co-branded detailing, not a generic knockoff
• Riders deciding between a vest and a full jacket; this comparison of vests versus jackets for riding covers the airflow and layering trade-offs
• Shoppers who already own a men’s leather jacket or vest from our men’s collection and want a lighter twill option for milder days

Care Instructions Harley-Davidson Twill Vest

Machine wash cold, inside out, with like colors. Tumble dry low or hang to dry to protect the water-repellent coating and quilted lining. Avoid high heat, which can break down the DWR finish over time. Do not iron directly over the embroidered patch.

Ready to Add It to Your Riding Wardrobe?

Stock on co-branded, limited-run pieces like this moves fast, especially in mid-range sizes. If you’ve been looking for a vest that layers as well under a jacket as it wears on its own, add the Dickies x Harley-Davidson Twill Vest to your cart now and pick your size before it’s gone. Free exchanges make sizing risk-free: order today, choose your size at checkout, and have it ready before the weather turns Harley-Davidson Twill Vest.

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Frequently Asked Questions Harley-Davidson Twill Vest

Is the Dickies x Harley-Davidson Twill Vest warm enough for winter?

Yes. It’s insulated with polyfill and lined with quilted polyester taffeta, which makes it warm enough as a standalone layer in cool weather and effective as a mid-layer under a jacket in colder conditions.

What size should I order?

The vest has a slightly oversized fit, so true-to-size works if you plan to layer it over a T-shirt or hoodie. Size down if you prefer a closer, more fitted silhouette.

Is the Harley-Davidson Twill Vest waterproof or just water-resistant?

It’s water-repellent, not waterproof. The twill shell has a durable water-repellent coating that sheds light rain and moisture, but it isn’t sealed for heavy or prolonged downpours.

What is part number 97400-26VM?

97400-26VM is the official Harley-Davidson part number for the Men’s Dickies x H-D Twill Vest, used to identify the exact product, size, and colorway across authorized retailers.

How is Harley-Davidson Twill Vest different from the Dickies x H-D Denim Vest?

The Twill Vest is insulated, quilted, and water-repellent for cold-weather layering, while the Denim Vest is an unlined, regular-fit style built from 14 oz. cotton denim for mild-weather wear.

Can I wash Harley-Davidson Twill Vest at home?

Yes. Machine wash cold, inside out, with similar colors, then tumble dry on low or air dry. Avoid high heat to protect the water-repellent finish and quilted lining.