Proteus is a protector jacket or protector vest. That means: there is one focus. Protecting against impact.
The Proteus is given that specific task by REV'IT! as part of the DIRT SERIES. The philosophy of that motorcycle clothing line is that each piece actually has one job. Protect. Keep you dry. Keep you warm. Be a motorcycle jacket. Be a protector vest. Never all combined, in one package. At most two of those tasks, if don’t count ‘stay comfortable’ and ‘be flexible’. That also means that it is important to decide and choose for yourself within those DIRT-SERIES what is meaningful, necessary and appropriate for the adventure you're heading for. And if that is 'a high degree of protection', then this Proteus fits the bill perfectly.
To be clear, every DIRT jacket from REV'IT! has level 1-SEESMART™ protectors. Standard. The Proteus is an upgrade, to level 2 and to SEEFLEX™ and SEESOFT™-protectors. And they are all there: shoulder, elbows, a double chest protector and a back protector.
All this impact protection is housed in a mesh and spandex shell. In itself, the Proteus is not a full-fledged motorcycle jacket! But what is it then? A fine example of ease of use and smart design. The central zipper makes sure everything stays where it should be, even though that zipper gets a lot of assistance from the anti-slip border on the waist, the thumb loops at the sleeve ends and the integrated kidney belt.
The Proteus is of course in itself just a top-protector jacket. You don't have to be a DIRT enthusiast. It helps, but the Proteus feels at home just about anywhere.
