Alpinestars Faster V2 Leather Jacket Item # 918656
Description
A superbly styled sport riding garment with premium leather and extensive stretch paneling, the Faster V2 Jacket is brimming with protective and performance features. This jacket is equipped with strategically positioned perforations of high levels of cooling airflow.
Consctruction:
- Highly durable and technical 1.3mm leather, multi-panel construction
- Extensive, advanced poly fabric stretch inserts on chest, underarm and rear shoulder
- Stretch collar construction with 3D mesh inner collar for enhanced rider comfort
- Mesh liner construction for improved breathability, comfort and ventilation
Protection:
- According to European statutory law the CE mark is a conformity requirement for the marketing of this product. The following standards apply to this product:
- CE Category II PPE Regulation EN 17092 – AA class
- CE Level 2 EN1621-2:2014 Alpinestars Nucleon back protector, available as an accessory upgrade
- CE Level 1 EN1621-1:2012 Alpinestars Nucleon Flex Plus shoulder and elbow protectors
Features:
- Nucleon Flex Plus ultra-flexible and ventilated shoulder and elbow protectors for protection against impacts
- New shoulder protection features over-molded advanced TPU guard layered under the outer fabric
- Snap-button system to integrate the Level 2 Alpinestars Nucleon back protector
- Zipper wrist closure for secure and customized fit
- Ventilation inlets on shoulders for high levels of airflow and are zippered for ease of use
- Rear of the jacket is elongated for enhanced coverage when riding
- Strategically positioned localized perforations highly improve ventilation
- Hook and loop waist adjustment for an optimized fit
- External, large-opening front hand pockets are zippered for peace-of-mind closure
- Zippered front pocket for secure storage of items
- Waist connection zipper allows attachment to Alpinestars riding pants
- Reflective detail
Part Numbers for Alpinestars Faster V2 Leather Jacket
Comparison Chart
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| Model | Faster V2 | Dyno | GP Plus R V3 | GP Plus R V3 Rideknit |
| Starting At | $600 | $700 | $700 | $840 |
| Tech-Air Compatible |  |
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| Key Features | 2 season entry-level sport-oriented jacket | Detachable 80g thermal vest | Mid-range premium jacket | Optimum blend of safety and comfort |
| Liner | Fixed mesh liner | Detachable, Thermal | Fixed mesh liner | Fixed mesh liner |
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Shoulder/Elbow Protection |
CE-Level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus | CE-Level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus | CE-Level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus | CE-Level 1 Nucleon Flex Plus |
| Chest & Back Protection | Sold Separately | Sold Separately | Sold Separately | Sold Separately |
| Certification | CE II - pr EN17092 | CE II EN17092-4 | CE II - (EU) 2016/425 | CE II - pr EN17092 |
Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TimW from
Nice update
Nice update to the original Faster jacket. I still have an original Faster, so can compare with the new version. The V2 retains the leather covered over-shoulder pads - much smarter than the cheap looking plastic ones pads that Alpinestars puts on some of their other jackets. The V2 has a new heavier duty main zipper, and now comes with Nucleon Flex Plus armour in the internal shoulders and elbows pockets. I chose the black/black version of the jacket this time, and the logos are done in subtle black stitching- looks great imo. Can’t wait for spring when I can try it out on the road.
Date published: 2022-11-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BikeGuy123 from
Awesome jacket
I've had this jacket for a year. This is the best jacket that I have owned. Prior to this, I had a textile jacket and a mesh one. I always avoided leather because I thought I would sweat to death. This jacket impressed me with how cool it is. The perforations do an amazing job of venting air so even on hot days, I am nice and cool. Definitely cooler (temp-wise) than the textile and even the mesh because I'd wear a Kevlar sweater under the mesh jacket given that I had little confidence in its protective abilities. This is dependent on the bike moving, of course, and you'll be hot when standing still, but that's the same with any jacket. And, of course, the protection of leather is second to none. This jacket also rated well in independent testing. I am very happy with my purchase, and if I could keep this jacket forever as my only my jacket, I'd be happy as a clam.
Date published: 2024-11-21
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Cbr03 from
Fits good
Fits great only complaint would be elbow protection could be better
Date published: 2024-07-20