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Motorcycle touring jacket designed with the exclusive Drystar® construction that offers waterproofing and high levels of breathability, even in difficult riding conditions.
The Alpinestars Andes V3 motorcycle jacket is anatomically designed for an optimised fit. The exclusive Drystar® construction ensures waterproofness and high breathability, even in difficult riding conditions. The technically advanced construction of this jacket offers protection and abrasion resistance and is adaptable to all weather conditions thanks to the removable thermal liner and zippered ventilation system. Standard equipped with Nucleon protectors on the shoulders and elbows. You can expand the protection with chest and back protector inserts. The Andes V3 jacket is also prepared for the Tech-Air 5 airbag system.
* A waterproof membrane does not mean unlimited waterproof. The waterproofness depends on the quality of the membrane. Are you looking for 100% waterproof? Then select a motorcycle jacket with GoreTex membrane.
EAN 8059175406942
Choose a Level 1 or Level 2 back protector. Level 2 has a higher impact value than Level 1.
| Nucleon KR-CELLi | Level 1 |
| Nucleon KR-1 CELLi | Level 2 |
| Nucleon Plasma | Level 2 |
| Size jacket | Nucleon back protector size |
| S and M | M |
| L till 6XL | L |
Motorcycle gear comes in various levels of waterproofness, which is important for comfort and safety during wet rides. Most waterproof jackets, pants, gloves, and footwear have a membrane that prevents water from penetrating the outer layer. These products keep you dry, but there's a limit to how much they can penetrate. A waterproof membrane doesn't mean 100% waterproof. With prolonged exposure to rain or under high pressure, the outer layer can still let moisture through. This means you could get wet after longer rides in heavy rain, especially in areas where the fabric moves intensively or where seams are less well-protected.
Looking for 100% waterproof? Then choose a product with a Gore-Tex membrane. Gore-Tex is a specially designed membrane that is both waterproof and breathable. The membrane contains microscopic pores that are too small for water droplets to penetrate, but large enough to allow water vapor (sweat) to escape. This keeps rain and spray out, while your body heat and moisture are wicking away. You will ride dry and comfortable, even in prolonged or heavy rain.
In short: regular waterproof motorcycle clothing keeps out short(er) rainshowers, while Gore-Tex effectively protects against prolonged rain and at the same time provides breathable comfort.
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