The RSJ289 Crew Mesh Jacket is Taichi's lightest weight, highest airflow summer jacket.  It is lighter than some saftey-minded people want considering the 100% mesh construction and lightweight armor.  But for others who want something fairly minimal for around town or when it's really too hot for anything else, this is the answer.  And you can always order the CE-approved upgrade armor if you like this clean style and lightweight outer shell, but with beefed up protection.  Riders of all types seem to like this jacket, even cruiser, touring, and scooter folks.  It's simple.  But at that price, and when the mercury is pushing triple digits, it make a fine choice for many riders.

• Maximum airflow, lightest weight mesh for extreme hot weather use
• Removable and adjustable light weight armor (non-CE) on shoulders, elbows and PU vented foam padding on back
• All armor easily upgradable if desired - standard CE certified elbow and shoulder armor, like that which comes in most of the other Taichi textile jackets, is available for a $20 upcharge and will be installed in your jacket prior to shipping. You will also receive the non-CE lightweight armor that came with your RSJ289 Crew Mesh jacket as stock in your shipment in case you would like to switch it back in.  Back armor upgrades like the TRV044 and chest armor inserts like the TRV037 are available separately.
  
• Waist and forearm adjuster for better fit
• Belt loop connection tab on back for securing to most pants with beltloops
• CPS (Chest Protector System) equipped for adding an optional Taichi chest protector
• Zippered hand pockets and inside breast pocket for storage