Dainese Gran Turismo Gore-Tex jacket test

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• Built for adventure
• 3,000 km test
• Discovery
• Test
• Conclusion
• Features of the Dainese Gran Turismo jacket

Built for adventure

3,000 km test

High-end garment, the Italian Dainese Grand Turismo Gore-Tex jacket presents itself as an all-season textile jacket that incorporates leading equipment and ergonomic design. Jacket in nylon 6.6, reinforcements in Kelvar, parts in Armacor, back protector CE approved level 2 (Pro-Armor), CE approved protections level 2 on the shoulders and elbows, presence of a pocket for the chest protection "Double Chest "… adventure-haute couture version, this Dainese from the Explorer range is a product of guard and avant-garde, approved moreover CE EN17092.

Testing the Dainese Gran Turismo Gore-Tex jacket

Discovery

Almost austere in its gray-black livery, the textile jacket Dainese Gran Turismo, as its name suggests, is not designed for Sunday pilots but for "adventurers". Those of distant horizons or of everyday life, in short, those who ride in all weathers. It is moreover more of a mid-season and even winter jacket. No frills or flashy decoration, it is adorned only with reflective striated inserts.

The Gran Turismo displays a sober style

Remarkably designed to face the elements, the Gran Turismo combines strengths and practical attention. Its resistant Nylon 6.6 fabric is lined with a Gore-Tex membrane, ensuring perfect waterproofing. Especially since two zippers close the jacket. Behind the main zip flap is also a pocket.

As its name suggests, it has a Gore-Tex membrane

Shoulders and elbows are reinforced with Armacor kevlar facing to ensure abrasion resistance in the event of a fall. A situation that would also make you appreciate its integrated level 2 backbone to the EN1621.2 standard. Lightweight and ventilated, this long protection is also discreet. Of course, removable internal shells in composite materials certified to EN 1621.1 protect shoulders and elbows / forearms. As an option, "Double Chest" chest protectors will come in the dedicated interior spaces..

A back protector of level. 2 is already installed in the jacket

Numerous zippers decorate the exterior of the Dainese jacket, making up either pockets, or narrow vents, or comfort spaces. The first are three in number (two on the side, a game bag in the back) and waterproof. The supply of fresh air is provided by two pectoral openings and an extractor in the lower back. Finally, two zips allow the side pockets to be separated, optimizing comfort when in the saddle. As for the side nets on the torso, they can receive, temporarily, gloves or small objects.

The Gran Turismo has several ventilation openings

For winter, an independent microfiber jacket provides additional thermal comfort, as does the thick removable collar (but absent from my test model….). Also, removable sleeves on the wrist complete the cold tightness. Two internal pockets will accommodate your precious documents or smartphone and the inside of the garment is lined with mesh.

In winter, removable sleeves help for thermal insulation

The Gran Turismo jacket has many finishing details to note. Note the asymmetrical opening of the sleeves, ensuring great comfort when tightened by their Velcro. Compression zips on the arm adapt the tightening to your body type. Delicate, a soft yoke at the level of the glottis avoids any irritation, as well as on the circumference of the collar, while an offset pressure makes it possible to remove its flap. Finally, exclusive to this garment, inside an adjustable lumbar belt allows the jacket to be held as close to the body as possible. The tightening of the bottom of the garment will be adjusted by laces on metallic tonka.

The collar is provided with a pressure to be kept open

Overall the quality of materials and intricate design testify to the high end level of this product. Last point, a zip runs the waist of the jacket to connect pants.

A lumbar belt keeps the jacket as close to the body as possible

Test

The quality of the cut is like that of the manufacturing. You feel comfortable at all levels in this Dainese and the integrated lumbar belt is appreciable. It allows you to really blend in with the jacket. Long, it covers up to the coccyx. Thermal protection, even without an internal vest, is also sensitive. The particularly windproof fabric of the Gran Turismo on the other hand quickly gives quite hot in average temperatures (from 15 ° C), especially in town. Thin vents do not necessarily provide ideal control when the temperature rises. This is the weak point of this jacket, too little ventilation. Fortunately the Gore-Tex membrane helps with overall comfort and breathability..

Testing the Dainese Gran Turismo Gore-Tex jacket on the Niken GT

This same protection and the thick nylon form an effective barrier against the rain. A day in heavy downpours, following the Italian Giro on the Yamaha Niken GT, does not disturb the rider in any way. The rain streams on the Gran Turismo, without weighing down the textile. And it’s a real plus when some jackets get soaked in water and weigh heavily after the rain, even if waterproofing is guaranteed. A real pleasure. Rather hot, the altitude cold is not felt either. If necessary in winter, put on the complementary vest and you will cut through the air without batting an eyelid. Sandy wind or blizzard, nothing passes.

The Gran Turismo provides good protection against the rain

The most appreciable is the practicality of the Gran Turismo’s equipment. The accessibility of the pockets, their number, the quality of the zips and the fastenings make this jacket quickly essential for much of the year. In addition, its dark color avoids being marked with unsightly stains. It is also easily cleaned of traces of insects (unfortunately less and less numerous). Finally, the comfort provided by the inserts and the overall cut is most pleasant..

The Dainese Gran Turismo is comfortable and easily washable

Conclusion

Less versatile than the D-Explorer Gore-Tex, especially in hot weather, the Gran Turismo is much more practical. No removable zipped liner, waterproof thermo aluminum…. Its all-in-one fabric ensures efficiency and comfort on a daily basis as well as when traveling a good part of the year. In summer, we will still prefer a less warm garment. However, we regret that, at this level, the collar does not offer a more careful tightening adjustment than a simple Velcro. However, the equipment and the quality of its production are the strength of this jacket..

The Dainese Gran Turismo Gore-Tex jacket

And also its price. Priced at 999.95 € (949 euros on the net), the Dainese Gran Turismo Gore-Tex is not intended for broke explorers but remains at a price comparable to this type of Gore-Tex product from other brands like Rev ‘ It or Klim. Cut to last, the Italian jacket will provide you with real comfort at every kilometer, both in terms of technicality and ergonomics. Its remarkable tightness, without weighing down the whole, is also a point of excellence. Which is minted…

Strong points

• Comfort
• Ergonomics
• Superior sealing
• Manufacturing
• Protection
• Equipment
• Discreet look

Weak points

• Lack of ventilation
• Collar adjustment
• Rate

Features of the Dainese Gran Turismo jacket

• Extremely abrasion resistant nylon 6.6
• Armacor with aramid fiber inserts on high impact areas
• Collar hook
• Jacket-pants fastening system
• Velcro collar adjustment
• Quick adjustment of the sleeves by zip
• Removable wind protection at the bottom of the sleeve
• Removable thermal collar
• Detachable internal thermal fleece jacket
• Mesh pockets
• 1 waterproof cargo pocket on the back
• 2 waterproof outer pockets
• 2 waterproof interior pockets
• 1 pocket under flap
• 3M reflective inserts
• Idraflap front closure system
• Internal lumbar belt
• 2 zipped vents directed towards the body on the chest
• 1 zipped air extractor on the back
• GORE-TEX waterproof membrane 45,000 mm
• Pocket for optional Double Chest Protector
• Pro-Armor back protector certified to EN 1621.1 level 2 included
• Removable composite protectors certified according to standard EN 1621.1 for the elbows
• Removable composite protectors certified according to standard EN 1621.1 for the shoulders
• Colors: black / gray, black / yellow, black / orange
• Sizes: 44 to 62
• Price: 999.95 euros

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