Triumph Triumph Braddan Jacket

The Braddan Jacket pairs a 100% waxed cotton outer shell with CE Level 1 armour at the shoulders and elbows, weighing around 1.8kg in a size medium. The removable quilted thermal liner lets the jacket flex between seasons, while a YKK zip with popper storm flap seals the front closure against wind and light rain. There's no back protector included as standard, which is a notable gap for a jacket otherwise built around genuine protection, so riders wanting full coverage will need to add one separately. The waxed cotton itself brings a degree of natural water resistance and reasonable abrasion resistance, though it's not in the same class as dedicated technical touring textiles built for constant exposure.

On the bike, the tailored cut avoids bunching at the shoulders when gripping the bars, and adjustable cuffs and waist keep the fit secure without feeling restrictive during longer rides. The stormflap over the zip and the collar work together to keep wind and light rain out, and the corduroy collar detail is a heritage touch rather than a functional one on the jacket. Multiple external and internal pockets give practical storage for a phone, wallet or gloves, useful for the kind of shorter rides and commutes this jacket is really built around rather than long-haul touring. None of these details compromise the jacket's classic profile, which is clearly the priority behind every design choice Triumph has made here.

This suits riders on Bonneville, Scrambler or Speed Twin-style machines who want their gear to match the bike's classic looks while still carrying real armour underneath the styling. It works well for urban commuting and weekend rides but is less suited to very hot climates, where the weight becomes a liability against mesh alternatives that breathe far better. Serious wet-weather riding also demands periodic re-waxing to maintain water resistance, an upkeep chore that dedicated laminate touring jackets don't need. Riders wanting a back protector as standard, or true all-weather performance, will need to look at a dedicated touring jacket instead. That pairing of look and function is really the whole point of the Braddan within Triumph's wider clothing range.