Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket – Women’s Graphic

The Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket is made for open-road touring and everyday wear off the bike. It pairs pockets ready for CE-rated armor with reflective detailing for low-light visibility, so it works as hard on the road as it does off the bike. It is made from cowhide, mesh and polyester, which gives it a solid feel and holds its shape over time. You also get ventilation to keep air moving.

Why Choose This Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket

• Style number: 98005-25VW
• Brand: Harley-Davidson, supplied by an authorised reseller
• Main materials: cowhide, mesh and polyester
• Features: pockets ready for CE-rated armor, reflective detailing for low-light visibility, ventilation to keep air moving, an action back for reach on the bars, practical storage pockets
• Sizes: S to 5XL (8 options); see the size guide on this page

The Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket from Harley-Davidson, officially named the Willie G Skull Graphic Leather Riding Jacket, is built for riders who want serious protection without giving up the brand’s rebellious edge. It’s cut from midweight cowhide leather in matte black and finished with the iconic Willie G Skull graphic across the back, rendered through leather piecing, direct embroidery, and reflective appliqué. Unlike jackets that make you buy armor separately, this one ships with CE-certified D3O Ghost armor already fitted at the shoulders and elbows, so it’s ready to ride the moment it arrives.

Why This Jacket Earns Its Reputation

Harley-Davidson has built motorcycle apparel since the early 1900s, and its gear reflects over a century of feedback from actual riders rather than fashion-runway guesswork. The skull graphic on the back panel connects directly to Willie G. Davidson, the designer behind Harley-Davidson’s creative legacy and machines like the 1971 FX Super Glide and the 1977 FXS Low Rider. That’s the kind of design pedigree worth paying attention to when you’re choosing gear meant to protect you at highway speed, not just look good parked outside a diner.

This Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket’s armor is D3O Ghost, and if you want to understand how that protection actually works, the D3O official technology page explains how the material stays soft and flexible in normal wear, then locks rigid on impact to absorb energy, which is exactly the protection built into this Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket’s shoulder and elbow panels.

Premium Cowhide Leather Construction

The shell is midweight cowhide leather, paired with a 100% polyester mesh lining for breathable comfort on long rides.

• Action back panel that flexes with your shoulders in a forward riding position
• Pre-curved sleeves shaped for the handlebars, not for standing still
• Two-way exposed front zipper for adjustable airflow and easy on/off
• Zippered cuffs to seal out wind at speed
• Leather piecing and padded quilting on the upper sleeves and side panels for texture and comfort

If you want an independent reference on how cowhide compares to other leather types in durability and grain, the Leather Working Group publishes sourcing and tanning standards that are useful when evaluating any leather riding jacket, not just this one.

Willie G Skull Heritage Design

The back panel skull is the signature piece of this Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket, brought to life with leather piecing, direct embroidery, and a reflective appliqué finished in satin stitch. It’s a nod to Willie G. Davidson’s decades of creative direction at Harley-Davidson, giving the Willie G Skull Leather Jacket a design story that goes far deeper than a printed graphic. The retractable snap-tab collar with airprene roll and throat guard adds comfort at the neck whether you’re leaned into the wind or standing around after the ride.

Safety & Protective Features

This Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket is built to protect first and look good second, with safety features that include:

• CE-certified D3O Ghost armor included at the shoulders and elbows (part numbers 98104-22VR and 98103-22VR)
• Back armor pocket compatible with D3O Viper back body armor, part number 98105-22VR, sold separately
• 3M Scotchlite reflective material for visibility to other drivers after dark
• Underarm zippered venting for airflow on warmer rides
• Certified to EN 17092-4:2020, the European standard for protective motorcycle clothing

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation consistently recommends abrasion-resistant, armored gear for every ride regardless of distance, since most crashes happen close to home at moderate speed, exactly where a jacket like this earns its keep. The NHTSA’s motorcycle safety resources back the same point: protective apparel is a core safety layer, not an optional extra.

Pair it with the H-D women’s Merit leather jacket, or see how it compares with the women’s Rose leather jacket before you choose.

Sizing and Care

Choose from 8 sizes, S to 5XL. Measure your chest and compare it with the size guide on this page before ordering. Wipe leather with a soft, dry cloth after a ride and condition it a few times a season to keep it supple. Curious about the history? Wikipedia covers Non-Newtonian fluid in detail.

Want to compare options with the Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket? Browse our women’s riding jackets and women’s riding gear, or take a look at the Harley Davidson Moxie Leather Jacket – Women’s Willie G. Skull Laced, Black.

The Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket is in stock and ships free worldwide. Pick your size, add it to your cart and get ready for the next ride. Questions about the Harley Willie G Skull Leather Jacket? Our team is happy to help with sizing before you order.