DAINESE Gullfoss D-Dry Jacket Gargoyle-Black-Blue

The Gullfoss D-Dry is an adventure motorcycle jacket that offers a lot of flexibility. At any given moment you have options: you can wear the waterproof, breathable D-Dry membrane inside the motorcycle jacket or over it, and the modular construction even lets you wear the separate layers on their own depending on the weather.

Its name is almost certainly no coincidence; like its Icelandic waterfall namesake, this motorcycle jacket is built for adventure. The outer shell combines wear‑resistant textile with stretch inserts on the shoulders, arms and back so the motorcycle jacket moves with you without pinching, even when you are wearing multiple layers. Those extra layers can also be built in: the removable thermal liner and especially the in/out D‑Dry membrane give you plenty of configuration choices.

Using the waterproof membrane as an outer shell keeps everything underneath dry and allows it to dry quickly again after a shower, which has obvious advantages. As a mid‑layer it works just as well, maintaining the adventure look of the Gullfoss D‑Dry while handling changeable conditions with ease.

Large ventilation zips on the chest, back and sleeves bring in plenty of fresh air. Behind them, internal air‑channelling ducts guide airflow through the motorcycle jacket, helping to keep temperatures manageable on warmer days; not quite air‑conditioning, but it makes a real difference, especially with the sizeable chest panels. Taken together, these features make the Gullfoss D‑Dry an adventure motorcycle jacket you can use year-round.

The Gullfoss D‑Dry is compatible with Dainese’s Smart Air airbag system, and any other standalone airbag vest can, of course, be worn over it. An AA rating confirms this is a fully fledged adventure motorcycle jacket. Removable PRO‑ARMOR Level 2 shoulder and elbow protectors are fitted as standard, and dedicated pockets are provided for optional chest and back protectors, depending whether you are approaching that Icelandic waterfall from the top or the bottom.

The fit of the Gullfoss D‑Dry is genuinely adventure‑oriented: roomy enough to accommodate several layers underneath, yet tight enough not to flap at speed. Hips, arms, cuffs and neck are all adjustable using snaps and cinch straps with buckles, giving you the freedom to adapt the motorcycle jacket to almost any riding scenario. On a cold morning you wear all the layers; by midday you remove the liner and open the vents; if rain suddenly moves in, you simply pull the D‑Dry membrane over it.

Storage is adventure‑worthy as well. Multiple internal and external pockets offer space for essentials, although for longer trips you will probably still want a backpack or tank bag; the zipped hand pockets themselves are relatively compact. Reflective detailing is placed where it will be most effective without becoming overbearing.

A long connection zip mates the motorcycle jacket to the matching Gullfoss D‑Dry motorcycle trousers. Other Dainese motorcycle trousers will also work, but for adventure riding a complete outfit makes the most sense.

The Gullfoss D‑Dry sits firmly in the adventure motorcycle jacket category but stands out through its modular D‑Dry system. For riders covering serious kilometres in mixed conditions and looking for maximum flexibility, this is a very strong option.

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