The RST Moto Roadster Air D3O is a perforated leather jacket built for warm weather street riding. It brings the classic Roadster aesthetic into a hot-weather package at a mid-range price point.
It brings the classic Roadster aesthetic into a hot-weather package with D3O Level 1 armor and CE Class A certification. Here’s what it offers.
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Construction and Airflow
The outer shell is fully perforated leather the same classic roadster construction RST has built their reputation on, adapted specifically for hot weather use. Perforation across the entire jacket body means airflow isn’t limited to a few vent panels. At speed, the leather breathes consistently across the chest, back, and arms.
The lining is a lightweight mesh that complements the perforated outer designed to keep air moving across the body rather than trapping it between the leather and the skin. The result is a jacket that stays manageable in summer heat where a traditional non-perforated leather jacket would become uncomfortable quickly.
Protection
D3O Level 1 armor is fitted at the shoulders and elbows from the factory. D3O is rate-sensitive material that remains soft and flexible during normal movement but stiffens on impact to absorb and redirect force. Level 1 meets CE standards for impact protection at these locations.
A back protector pocket is included but not populated RST recommends adding a CE-rated back protector separately, which is standard practice at this price point. The jacket carries CE Class A garment certification, meaning the leather materials have been tested for abrasion resistance under the EN 17092 standard.
Style
The Roadster Air keeps the vintage-influenced, almost cafe racer jacket, styling of the original Roadster line. Clean lines, minimal branding, and a silhouette that reads as a classic leather riding jacket rather than a modern moto-textile piece.
It’s a jacket that works as well off the bike as on it, which matters for riders who don’t want to change every time they park up.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Fully perforated leather for consistent airflow across the jacket
- D3O Level 1 shoulder and elbow armor included
- CE Class A certified
- Classic roadster styling that works on and off the bike
- Lightweight mesh lining
Cons:
- No back protector included pocket only
- CE Class A is the lowest garment certification tier
- Not waterproof purely a fair weather jacket
- Perforated leather offers less wind protection in cooler temperatures
The RST Roadster Air D3O is a well-executed warm weather leather jacket. Riders who want perforated leather with real armor and a clean look will find it delivers on all three without overcomplicating the formula.