I purchased the Knox Urbane Pro Mk3 in July 2023. I’m a weekend warrior and I’ve put less than 40 hours of use on my jacket when the cuffs began to fray. I wrote the company directly as well as sending photos, to which they responded , that the frayed cuffs were a result of repeated abrasion from gloves, or likely wear from the Velcro closure on gloves. They said that they would not replace the jacket or refund my money. I was disappointed to say the least, particularly when “abrasion resistance“ is the company’s advertisement lead. Clearly, the material used at the cuffs is flimsy at best, and inconsistent with the durability of the rest of the jacket. I pride myself on taking meticulous care of my equipment, and for the company to suggest that the use of gloves on a motorcycle jacket caused this premature wear and damage is ridiculous and indefensible. These companies have a captive audience as well as regulatory capture to inflate their prices, and to advertise an abrasion resistant armored shirt that is now literally falling apart at the seams after less than 40 hours of use is shameful.

Can't wait to buy the mk3, upgrading from the original. I went xl but it was very tight in the shoulders. Looking forward to the new compact armour and AA rating

Interesting. I like the back protector coming down lower than the Forcefield I currently wear.

Just got mine today! Honestly, the videos & images do it no justice, it's so much more awesome in real!

Awesome! Been waiting for this review, trying to decide between this and the Honister, love the colour options for this one though.

I really like the knox Urbane range ,however i haven't had much luck with the mk2 utility jacket which fell apart after, poor production quality. Gave up after the second one. The Urbane Pro trousers really don't flow enough air to be considered as a summer mesh pant.

Needs sliders on the slidy bits like elbows. Knox does it on its gloves. A zip to attach it to the matching trousers. A more comfortable fit around the neck. The trousers do not flow air as good as they could. Would I buy again. Yes definitely.

How is the size / fit compared to the MK1? And how does the thickness of the new lvl 2 armour compare to the previous lvl 1 armour? I don't have the option of trying it on first so this info would be helpful.

If only Knox made clothing in tall sizes with extra long sleeves. Goes for almost all manufacturers of course. Hardly any cater for tall, yet slim riders.

Is the back protector also slimmer than the one found on the Mk2 Urbane Pro?

Just bought one… a brilliant idea, brilliantly executed.

The Achilles heel of this product is that afterthought of a chest protector. It’s extremely bulky, a little inconvenient to fit and doesn’t stay in place when the jacket is unzipped. I absolutely loved everything else about the Mk2 product, including the class leading back protector coverage, but to not have a split chest protector permanently able to be fitted in pockets is a huge oversight so I reluctantly sold mine. I just purchased a similar product which has split chest pockets and my mesh jacket also has these. I can’t overstate how bulky it is which is probably why it’s not installed for the video.

I liked the video, I bought the jacket.

I’m still rocking the MK1 jacket and absolutely love it. I call it my “anti-squid” jacket because every time I leave the house for a fun ride out on a hot day, I might initially plan to head out without a jacket to get that ultimate feeling of “freedom”, but then this jacket just hangs there staring at me and I think, there is literally no reason NOT to throw this on and still get the same airflow. You do feel restricted versus just wearing a T so I will on rare occasion still head out without the Knox jacket, but I’d say since picking this item up, my percentage of trips out to the seafood market has dropped from about 30% to 5%. Clearly, we as riders know how liberating riding without all the gear on can feel, but this jacket at least, removes the “oh, but it’s so hot” excuse from the equation 😁

Hello! I am an oddly proportionated bloke - - in cms. 177 height, 118 chest, 97 waist, 190 "wing-span" and 82 kg -- so I was wandering which size to order. I ended up ordering the XXL for the Knox Urbane Pro mk3 (online from the Netherlands, I am in Portugal so, since Brexit, I could not buy from you, sorry!) which arrived yesterday. I was worried that it could be a bit big but it fits me fine, just a tad loose on the waist, but not too long on the waist and perfect on the chest, shoulders and my long arms. First impressions: very good jacket, a bit warmer than expect when standing still but considerably more vented than my Merlin Shenstone which is also vented; quite comfortable; and it fits really fine underneath other non-armoured jackets. First annoyance: the internal mobile pocket is too high up and is too narrow and that makes it a pain to insert and remove the phone, especially due to the grippy case on the mobile. I believe it has potential to become my most used jacket. Thank you for your review.

Nobody seems to have TALL…. I’m 6’5”.. really tough finding anything that fits and that you like. And when you’re looking for summer weight and riding in 95+ degree weather, why do they seem to only offer dark colors? How about white? Give me a XLT White.

Do Knox do anything like this but for your lower half? Either an over trouser or sort of thermal mesh like under layer? Seems like a missed opportunity if not.

Thanks for the video. What size would you recommend for a 36 1/2" chest?

For hot weathers what is the most breathable? This or the pando moto commando?

for a hot weather up to 45 degrees Celsius, Tor or Urban Pro?

Looks like the still didn't address the collar being harsh on your skin. I've sent the MkII back because it marked my neck with the mesh wrapped around the collar. And my neck is far from being thick. The only way to work around this is wearing a t-shirt with a high-ish collar.

Mine came today and fits like a glove XL, possibly could have gone to an L but all is good. I have all three jackets now plus the Honister . Fantastic jackets/shirts . Going to sell the honister only worn once . Any takers ?.

48" chest looks like 3xl is solid out darnit.

Is there kevlar in this jacket?

Will d30 armour fit in this?

Knox need to do a grey version with hi-viz yellow on shoulders, on back & on chest.

Thanks but how can you say the Honister is the middle ground between the range of all them when you say it is the highest level earlier in your vid?? 🥴

2.45 - 'stays where it is' - I can tell you from experience, that this is rubbish. Don't wear this and assume all will be well in a crash, particularly even the smallest slide as happened to me. I've said it before, but until Knox add some thin sliders to the arm and shoulder specifically, just make sure what is said here is taken with a large pinch of salt. These armour section will just rotate out of their places. Brilliant idea, no doubt excellent quality, let down by its functionality in an even minor off.

Knox Urbane Pro MK3 is a much less secure product than Knox Urbane Pro MK2. It's just a way to cut costs and sell at a higher price. Save some money and buy the MK2. I have both, but will be wearing the MK3 with the protections from the MK2.

The fact that this doesn't protect the chest at all is so puzzling to me. Why go through all this effort just to get slammed in the chest where you're basically wearing nothing? Apparently you have to buy a torso insert and just zip it under everything like some after thought.

Is this product only for people with no belly? Looks snug!

Too tight under the arm. This isn't necessary to keep armour in place.