The Carve Master 4 GORE-TEX is a touring motorcycle jacket with distinctly sporty DNA. Dainese uses a race-inspired cut and then adds all the versatility expected from a touring motorcycle jacket. The integrated ePE GORE-TEX membrane keeps rain out and lets moisture escape, all without PFAS. A removable thermal liner turns this into a three‑season motorcycle jacket you can wear almost year-round, except on the very hottest summer days.
The outer shell combines wear‑resistant textile with Mugello stretch inserts in key areas. This gives a close, comfortable fit, helping to preserve both the sporty feel and long‑ride comfort. Large ventilation zips on the chest, back and sleeves provide cooling when needed, typically once the thermal liner has already been removed. Thanks to its clean finish, that liner can easily be worn on its own off the bike.
This motorcycle jacket is, almost by definition, compatible with Dainese’s Smart Air airbag system, though you can also wear another airbag vest over it if preferred. An AA rating confirms you are riding in fully fledged protective gear; while the styling nods to the racetrack, the primary mission is clear‑cut road use.
Removable PRO‑ARMOR Level 2 shoulder and elbow protectors come as standard. Pockets are provided for optional chest and back protectors, and external PU shoulder sliders clearly reference Dainese’s circuit heritage even if this motorcycle jacket is not intended as a pure race item.
Fit of the Carve Master 4 GORE-TEX is sporty but not extreme. It is intended to feel snug in typical racing fashion, yet is longer cut and highly adjustable.
A buckle‑adjustable waist, drawcord at the hem, snap adjusters on upper and lower arms, adjustable cuffs and wrists, plus a tall collar with Velcro closure all work together to keep things tight enough not to flap while staying comfortable on longer rides. Hips, arms, wrists and neck can all be dialled in independently.
Storage space is generous for a motorcycle jacket with this silhouette, and here the Carve Master 4 GORE-TEX really shows its touring credentials. There are multiple pockets throughout, with two external pockets claimed as waterproof by Dainese; as always, treating ‘waterproof’ and ‘pocket’ with a degree of caution is wise in proper downpours.
A connection zip lets you pair the motorcycle jacket with the matching Carve Master motorcycle trousers. Reflective details are placed where they are most effective without overwhelming the design.
The Carve Master 4 GORE-TEX sits alongside touring motorcycle jackets like the Dolomiti, D‑Explorer and X‑Tourer, but keeps a noticeably sharper, sportier line. For riders who find a full leather sport motorcycle jacket too hot or too restrictive yet still want that athletic silhouette, this is a very strong alternative.
Below you will find an overview per body length of the appropriate CE homologated Dainese back protector.
| body length | Pro-Armor 2.0 Level 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| <165 | => | Short level 2 |
| 170-185 | => | Long level 2 |
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