BELA ARTREX AIR 2.0 MOTORCYCLE LADY JACKET BLACK GREY TURQUOISE
Bela Artrex Textile Jacket Summer riding gear has one job: keep you cool without leaving you unprotected. The Artrex Air 2.0 does exactly that. It's a purpose-built warm-weather jacket with an open-mesh outer shell, Cordura-reinforced impact zones, and CE-rated armour already fitted. This is the Black/Grey/Blue variant. BELA makes gear for riders who actually ride, not just park. The Artrex Air 2.0 reflects that: functional construction, honest materials, and nothing unnecessary. Who Should Ride in the Artrex Air 2.0? This jacket works across three clear use cases: Daily commuters who need airflow in urban traffic without sacrificing shoulder and elbow protection Weekend riders heading out on familiar roads in warm conditions who want a jacket that's light and easy to wear all day Summer tourers covering distance through southern Europe where heat management matters as much as protection It's not a four-season jacket. It's not trying to be. If you're riding in hot conditions and want real ventilation with real armour, this is worth a close look. TL;DR: Mesh summer jacket with Cordura reinforcement, CE EN1621-1:2012 shoulder and elbow protectors, back protector pocket, neoprene collar, and full YKK zip closure. Suited to city commuting and warm-weather touring across the UK, Spain, Portugal, and Italy. What Makes This Jacket Breathe So Well? The short answer: the outer shell is an open-weave mesh fabric, not a solid textile with vent zips cut into it. Air passes through the main body panels directly. At speed, the difference is significant. The inner lining uses a finer mesh construction that helps draw heat away from your base layer. You're not just getting surface-level airflow. It moves through the jacket. For riders commuting through Spanish or Portuguese cities in July, or touring Italian coastal roads in summer, this kind of airflow isn't a luxury. It's the reason you'd choose this jacket over something heavier. Protection and Visibility The jacket ships with CE EN1621-1:2012 certified shoulder and elbow protectors already installed. A back protector pocket is built into the jacket and accepts a Level 2 back pad if you want to upgrade. Reflective stripes sit on the shoulders and back, adding low-light visibility without changing the jacket's overall profile. For evening commutes or early starts, that passive visibility matters. The jacket is water-resistant and handles light splashes and brief showers adequately. It's not designed for sustained rain, so carry a shell if the forecast looks uncertain. Materials at a Glance The main body panels use Mesh Outer Shell K-204, the fabric doing the real ventilation work. It's an open-weave construction that lets air pass through, not just around, the jacket. Cordura Polyester 600D covers the impact zones. It's tough, abrasion-resistant, and holds up in a slide where lighter fabrics won't. Structure panels use PU-coated Taslan Polyester, which adds shape and light weather resistance to areas that need a bit more rigidity. The flex panels use Taslan Soft-Micro, a lighter version of the same family that moves naturally with your arms without pulling or bunching. Internal zones are lined with Taffeta Polyester, giving a smooth backing and additional abrasion resistance underneath. The inner lining itself is Mesh, which draws heat away from your base layer rather than trapping it. Stretch areas use a Lycra Polyester blend that lets your arms move freely in a riding position without the jacket fighting back. The collar is laminated Neoprene. It sits soft against the neck, seals out wind, and won't chafe on a long day in the saddle. Pockets and Storage Two zippered waist pockets handle the essentials: licence, cards, phone. They're YKK-zipped and sit at a natural reach point whether you're on or off the bike. Straightforward and functional. Fit and Adjustability Getting the right fit in a mesh jacket matters more than in a textile one because there's less structure holding things in place. The Artrex Air 2.0 gives you multiple adjustment points: Velcro cuffs to seal sleeves over gloves Waist Velcro closure for a snug or relaxed fit depending on what you're wearing underneath Adjustable buttons on the biceps to dial in upper arm fit The full-length YKK front zip is smooth and reliable. For a jacket you're putting on and taking off every day, that consistency adds up. Technical Specifications Specification Detail Primary Shell Open-weave Mesh K-204 Reinforcement Cordura Polyester 600D Collar Laminated Neoprene Front Closure Full-length YKK Coil Zip Adjustability Velcro cuffs, waist, bicep buttons Pockets 2 zippered waist pockets Protectors CE EN1621-1:2012 shoulder/elbow fitted; back pocket included Jacket CE Certification Not CE-certified as a garment Frequently Asked Questions Is this jacket suitable for motorway riding? Yes. The mesh construction performs well at higher speeds. Cordura panels and CE-rated armour give adequate protection for road riding. Does it come with a back protector? No, but the back pocket is included. It fits a Level 2 back pad, which you can add separately. Can I wear a layer underneath? Yes. The multiple adjustment points give enough room for a thin mid-layer on cooler mornings without the jacket feeling baggy. Is it good for UK summer riding? It's well-suited to the UK's warmer months. For unpredictable British weather, pack a lightweight rain shell as backup. How is this different from the other colour variants? Construction, materials, and fit are identical across all variants. Only the accent colour changes.