The GP Plus R v4 RIDEKNIT® Leather Jacket is optimised for superior freedom of movement and rider comfort and features extensive race-derived features and materials, including a dedicated ‘Sport’ fit with pre-curved arms for maximum riding performance and race-proven protection on the shoulders and elbows.
- Extensive technical stretch panels under the arms, on the inner arms and around the neck for an optimised fit.
- Dual density DFS shoulders for superior friction control.
- Nucleon Flex Plus shoulder armour for superior impact protection.
- Tech-Air® 5 and Tech-Air® 3 Ready.
- Localised perforation zones on the chest and sides for maximum airflow.
- Stretch under the arms and on the inner arms for an optimised sport fit.
- Stretch, soft feel and ergonomic collar for superior rider comfort.
- Hook and loop neck closure with the large built-in flap for a secure closure.
- Ergonomic hook and loop cuffs with a zippered sleeve on the forearm for ease of use.
- Two zippered external side pockets for practical and secure storage.
- Cut longer on the back for greater coverage in the riding position.
- 3/4 waist zip for a secure connection with Alpinestars pants.
- Hook and Loop adjustable waist for an optimised fit.
- Mesh liner for optimised rider comfort.
- Alpinestars composite stretch technology, A-CS® Plus, stretch panels on the torso for exceptional breathability, comfort and freedom of movement, as well as delivering a lighter weight and a lower profile than a traditional leather accordion panel (the A-CS® Plus panels are about 9% lighter than leather panels). Another key advantage of using A-CS® Plus is its superior stretch performance; A-CS® Plus has about 30% elongation and offers an increase in tear resistance of 300% compared to HRSF (Hyper Resistant Stretch Fibre) and an increase in cut resistance by 600% versus leather.
- 1.3mm ‘Race’ grade leather construction for the optimum blend of abrasion resistance and comfort.
- RIDEKNIT® engineered inner arms; RIDEKNIT® combines high abrasion and tear resistance with high flexibility, comfort and mechanical stretch while still delivering superior comfort and high levels of breathability.
- GP Lite elbow armour for impact protection in a key area.
- Mesh interior comfort liner with pockets to accommodate a back protector or a split chest protector.
- According to European statutory law the CE mark is a conformity requirement for the marketing of this product. The following standards apply: Fully CE-certified riding garment to CE – Category II EN17092-3: 2020 standard – AA Class.
