REV'IT! Dominator GTX - Long Term Test!
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- Опубліковано 21 чер 2020
- How good is REV'IT! Dominator GTX?
After more than 6 months and more than 5,000km, I am ready to share my opinion about REV'IT! gear. It has surprised me nicely with its great quality. Overall everything that I want to say is that it is really worth the money!
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I think that many of you did not get the idea of the video. I got the gear 6 months ago and I already did the review that I promised to the company. This video now was my idea and I thought that it might be useful for potential buyers. I have never been asked to do it. I understand that the price is high and definitely not for everyone but if the video helps to even one person I will be more than happy!
Yes, but it is expensive!
You don't need to buy anything. I did all of my trips with gear that I can afford. So on the question would I buy it? No, because I cannot afford it but it doesn't mean that I cannot give a fair review.
I never ever did anything just for money and there is no chance to change myself in the future.
All the best!
Pavlin, you don't need to explain your reviews, those who follow your channel for a long time are quite familiar with them and your real honesty and integrity about any brand you make a review, and that's why we like them for real. So keep up the good work, you're doing great!! Stay safe!!
У Вас замечательный канал! Жаль, что на английском... Но это повод учить язык! Надеюсь, что к зиме продам снегоход, возьму кредит и куплю Тенере года так 2010, а летом в первое путешествие!
Two weeks ago I bought the same jacket in black color and pants. Second day I was riding in heavy rain and remained completely dry. As you said very good build quality and both jacket and pants worth the money. Thanks for very good review. BR Adrian.
My pleasure Adrian!
Never seen Pavlin so excited.
The gear is great!
Very nice video. The bonus was epic!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Pavlin, the great thing about your channel is, viewers can 100% believe your reviews and on that basis buy the products with complete confidence. ie no company marketing bullshit. 10/10 young man. Kindest regards. Joe.
Great! Thanks!
Good test and therefore accurate, believable review. Good kit costs, but worth it if you are serious about staying comfortable.
Happy, dry travels
Well said!
I had a Kilimenjaro with a high collar on the removable liner. Your hoody idea sounds like next level.
Nice intro. - I wondered where you were. Looking forward to Bulgaria.
Cool, thanks!
I always enjoy your opinion on whatever motorcycle or gear you review. I personally cant afford the Dominator GTX but if a could I would.
Thanks, James!
Great to hear you're happy with your new gear :) I'm myself considering the adventure boots from Rev'it as my Sidi Adventure with 50 000km has started to leak. Like the stiffer sole in the Rev'it boots. Just got their winter gloves and they work great.
You should!
Checkout FortNine review of waterproof gear and how to renew older leaky stuff
Thank you very much pavlin. I will buy this gear. The durability is very important. The biker gear lasts a long time so the price is relative. I bought a pair of daytona for 380 Euro and they lasted 16 years. The ixs for 250 only lasted 2 years... so the ixs are more expensive. 😀
I do not have any Revit product, but just fully believe you. Thank you. You are a honest man and no one can deny. The point is that there are other makes which do not have the chance to have such a honest man. Can you multiply times 10 and check thousand of others? :-)
Thanks, man!
The part from the end is just great! And at this moment he knew he f**ked up. :D
Exactly!
Hi, in my experience leather gloves always get waterlogged. But non-leather gloves with a good Gore-Tex type liner do keep dry inside (unless you turn heated grips on). Enjoy your videos - stay safe😉
True! Leather get soak very fast.
Nice My Man, Hello from the Philippines
Hey, thanks!
Enjoy your trip,holidays big hug man.
Thank you, I will
Great review, but IMO the best of all is the ESPAÑA cap! Also water proof? LoL! Greetings Barcelona. Congrats, amazing channel
Thanks! 👍
Nice gear, I could have used on my 6400 km trip Texas to Wyoming. I also found that gloves were the weakest part, but I took 2 pairs and ended up buying snowmobile gloves...worked great⛈️
Thanks for taking the time!
Great, unbiased review--I live in the USA, and the cost of medical care is extreme. For me, I have a $7000 deductible on my health care insurance, meaning I have to pay the first $7000 of medical expenses (which here in the USA is one visit to the hospital in a lot of cases). So, the way I look at it, spending $3000-$3500 on a jacket, pants, gloves and boots is worth it because if it protects from braking bones (versus cheaper gear which may not), it still saves me at least $3000 (plus, I am self-employed, so being off work due to injuries would cost me a lot of money, too)--I may have to save a long time to buy the best gear but it would be worth it to me.
Safety first, no doubts!
nice review! i have the same jacket and pants and couldnt agree more. Do you have any tips for cleaning? i have some problems with the light grey/white color and cant get it clean and nice again
I'm impressed with the gear, Pavlin. People with pacemakers might frown at the *magnetic* chest ventilator flaps, though!
We actually already have a solution for that as we have plastic replacements for those!
I'm first to comment. 😎 Thank-you Dude.
In general the more you spend the more quality you get. almost of time right.
Thanks!
And im the first to watch the video
Almost.....Best example: hiking gear. There is nothing to invent more. The more you Invest, the gear becomes lighter - nothing more.
Great honest real world review Pavlin . I have the Poseidon jacket that you had but in the light colour .I think the collar height is a little low on this ,and on the Poseidon 2 they supply a removable storm flap/collar with it . This is perhaps the only way the Dominator could be improved for really wet days .
Thanks for the info!
Good suggestion! The next version will have the Storm collar just like the Poseidon 2.
@@REVITsport That is great news .I hope that Pavlin is also able to review the Poseidon 2 jacket , as changes to ventilation were made as well .I own two Rev It jackets ,a Defender GTX and original Poseidon . The Poseidon is my ..go to...jacket and I love it . The ventilation on the laminate construction for warm weather isn't quite as good tho . The Dominator seems much better in this regard .
Great review Pavlin!! I’ll definately checkout those boots next time. What gloves would you recommend for riding in Scandinavian climates - potentially cold and wet much if the time, but I have heated grips and I don’t want the palm if the gloves to be too bulky as I feel that compromises control. Cheers!
If you have waterprrof gloves will be way better. I also have heated grips.
thank you Pavlin - unfortunately we dont get these products here in South Africa - on my next visit to Europe i will look to get - do you know where i can get it in Italy - thank you for the great video and information - ps when are you starting your trip?
Hello, i like this jacket, i'have the one under this the "poseidon gtx 2" with the "challenger insert" you should try it's wonderfull the insert make your body temperature low down !!
Nice content in this channel !
Cool, thanks
I visited Bulgaria about ten years ago. Friendly people and many interesting sights. I remember eating a lot of cheese.
Cool!
Hey Pavlin, how did the boots hold up in the end? I'm debating whether to buy the ones you have or the Forma Adventure boots. I am a bit skeptical about the tightening system with that flimsy wire, I don't know but I will take your advice regarding their reliability and durability. Thanks for all you do it is extremely helpful!
The boots are still fine. A small leak, after 8 hours on the rain, but nothing lasts forever.
Pavlin, verry good review ! I wonder, did you ride in hot weather (+25°c) ? How was the ventilation ? I can imagin that this jacket does not ventilate the same as a jacket that's not laminated ?
Yes I did it many time on temperatures up to 38 degrees. The ventilation is very good.
Здравей, Павка!
Thanks once again for the good feedback!
What are your observations comparing to your previous set (Poseidon GTX) especially regarding warm/hot weather (above 30 - 35 C)?
This model has a better ventilation but it is a bit heavier.
Great video as usual! Thank you. I've the Sand 4 H2O and it's very good. But not waterprood and I'm looking at a solution, can I wear the Dominator in the summer around 30/35° celcius. Is it well breathable too?
It is breathable.
thank you!@@motorcycleadventures
Thanks! I wonder if you might mention if you got sweaty in all that rain, a common problem I’ve had with effective rain gear. Hope the trip is going well😊
The gear is breathable. No problem with sweating.
Motorcycle Adventures Excellent!
Tipp for those on a limited budget like me: Oxford mondial is very similar and could be a cheaper alternative. Did some research after this video. Have fun!
Thanks for sharing!
Good review Pavlin, !Will you also buy an airbag , or is this too expensive ?
I don't have plans to buy airbag.
Hi, can you rewiev a Ducati Hypermotard for a long motocycle trip?
Love the review, I am sold.
Two questions;
Are you able to tighten the collar around the neck as it looks loose around your neck?
I don’t like dark jackets and believe this one only comes in the white colour. Have you washed
the jacket and how did that work out? I seem to get blasted with bugs and their blood stains.
Yes, you can tight the colar. I washed once but once it gets durty you cannot make it perfect.
@@motorcycleadventures Thanks for your prompt answer. Love your channel.👏👏 keep riding.
Sounds amazing. Does anyone know how it compare to the Klim Badlands Pro?
Hi Pavlin, would you recommend this jacked or the Poseidon for the winter? Lets say 0-10 degrees. Thanks in advance.
Both are very good option.
I have just bought this newest Dominator 3 GTX. We shall see. 😉
Good!
@@motorcycleadventures First ride and test in 11 degrees passed. I feel cold, but I don't freeze to the bone only in Red-Line thermoactive underwear. The jacket and pants are very stiff as if they were made of sheet metal. My lady's clothing Klime is also made of Gore-Tex and is softer and fits better and looks a bit better. We'll test it even longer in different conditions and we'll see. These are just first impressions.
Would you wear this in (really) warm weather, like Spain in August?
I had Poseidon in India and Bangladesh two years ago. With this model I reached 30 degreec a number of times.
nice review. I am curios about two things, after your trip ends, the durability of the slide lock on the pants (mainly how it is attached to the fabric with those snaps) and the stitching on the gloves, on the index fingers with the constant velcro contact from putting them on/taking them off ...
I can tell you right now because I had the same on my Poseidon - no problems at all.
@@motorcycleadventures hmm, then I was unlucky I guess ...
Words of wisdom!.
Cool!
I have found that you need to get one size bigger than normal but Rev'it do make nice gear. I just got the offtrack jacket & trousers. I couldn't afford the gore-tex. I also bought the dirt 3 gloves. Very comfortable just need them to soften up a bit inside where the seems are as the dig into my thumbs. I just wear waterproof socks if it rains.
Thanks for sharing!
I guess to be totally dry, perhaps a dry suit's latex neck seal. Problem with that is that the latex will deteriorate over time and will need to be replaced on a regular basis. It also might not be the most comfortablest thing to wear.
Hello from Greece my friend. Merry Christmas.. I’ll probably buy the dominator pants... what about seasons? You recommend them for 4-season!? What’s the maximum temperature you suggest them for? Also what about thermal liner? Need thermal layer level 1/2?
As you can see in my videos I use it all the time in any temperature ranges between 0 and 38 degrees.
Motorcycle Adventures that’s very good news.. I’m thinking of buying it in June..till then just waiting for any new video of yours! 😃
@@motorcycleadventures You use any extra thermal layer(mid layer) or only the pants during winter?
Doesnt matter how waterproof it is. I will always take my rain gear with me, even if ive invested in laminated Goretex. Currently i prefer Z liner Jackets as they are cheaper and you can more often change your looks and Brand without getting bankrupt. I dont want to own a Jacket 'for a lifetime'. The manufacturers will keep pushing Every year something new and the stuff from the previous year will be declared as garbage. Thats why i dont like the idea of a 1000€ Jacket. I also dont want to be careful and look all the time after it because it was so expensive.
Fair enough.
This is why product diversity is perfect: to each their own! I stopped carrying my rain gear after my current Spidi H2Out jacket kept me dry for over 8 hours. I know myself well enough and I hardly ever stopped to put my rain gear on once it started raining, just because I'm lazy and don't like to stop (telling myself the rain could stop again every minute). I still do prefer my rain-liner separate to the outer shell though, because it makes for a lighter and more breathable hot weather jacket, I can decide at the beginning of the day/ride whether it's going to be a "hot/dry" or "cold/wet" day and configure my jacket accordingly.
Btw: my Spidi gear cost me less than half of the Rev'it, while it might not give me last 5% of performance, I still think the value for money is a lot better.
Cedric Franzen Well, my rain gear is just 2 parts and i always have the space for it. And its a good protection from the cold also. I dont Put it on when it rains, i do it in time! And its a good protection for the Main Jacket also
I got caught unexpectedly in heavy rain last Friday on a relatively dry day. No liner in my jacket or pants, I left them at home. I did have raingear in my side cases, ..... my raingear stayed perfectly dry.....inside my cases. Usually, my riding gear, without the liner, can cope with a reasonable amount of rain without getting me wet. But it was really pouring, and I was stuck in slow-moving traffic, so I was really soaked.
Fortunately, it stayed dry afterwards, and when you are riding in the sun, everything dries really quickly. But it wasn't an enjoyable experience.
But I'm like you, I don't like to spend €1000 on a jacket. But I can understand those who do.
Sound like you are more concerned with how you look, typical GS rider 😂
I am looking to purchase this jacket & pants next week. I am 6’1 and 180 lbs. My chest is 39”. According to the size chart I would be towards the upper end of medium. Should I go up to a size large? When it gets cold, my plan is to add a mid layer heated (Mosko Moto) jacket liner. I am trying to figure out which size would work best for me. Any advice?
Yes, go to one size larger.
Great gear review,. Are you going to review helmets as well?
Eventually
is it also warm under temperature of 0 degrees?
black friday deals on the dominator gtx here.
I doubt between this and the rukka realer.
The gear is great!
Pavlin, the BMW have a excelent gear too. Try to know something about Enduroguard gear from BMW!
Favorite gtx 😍😍
Cool!
@@motorcycleadventures 🏍️😘😘
Hi! Thx for review. Whats your size? XXL in jacket? What about pant?
Thanks!
Jacket XXL, pants XL
@@motorcycleadventures your heigth? Weight?
185cm, 105kg
Nice!
Thanks!
The best salesman in the world. :))
I don't sell anything, just shared my experience!
@@motorcycleadventures I know,just "Pulling Your Leg".Nothing to fear,great respect.
I've seen you ride in snow, rain, very dangerous trails and even in the back of a truck with your motorcycle. Incredible adventures! I have no doubt in your gear reviews and honesty. I make it a point to ride at 25% of my abilities and 50% of my comfort. When things get worse than that, a good room and dining is a must. I'm not even close to your expertise! Many blessings and best regards!
Thanks, man!
Hi, how about taking this jacket and pants for 30-40 degree African weather? Honestly, at what temp do you think it becomes too hot?
I use it in max 38 degrees. It is okay, hot but good ventilation.
can I ask how this jacket holds up in 90 to 95 F heat? do the vents really move air ?
Yes, the vents works.
Good reviews! How about walking in the boots? Do you walk like a Robot? Are the soles of the boots soft and wearing ok? Thanks for the funny ending. 😂😂
After a few days not a problem to walk around.
I have those gloves and find them quite comfortable, mainly because of the liner and lack of seams on the inside of the fingers. A real down side of these gloves are the cuffs. If I wear a watch I can hardly close the velcro cuff, while my watch is not that big at all, if you would wear one of those Garmin adventure/fitness watches you would not be able to close the velcro flap. I also got the thin under/thermal gloves for extra warmth but they are a real pain in the but. They behave like the loop side of Velcro so they stick like glue on the hook side of all of the velcro parts. It’s really like having glue on your hands.
Thanks for sharing!
I had a friend whose wrist was broken by his steel watch when he crashed, so now I take my watch off and put it in my pocket while riding.
How much max temperature was U wear Dominator?
Anything from 0 to 28 today.
„If you have nothing to do, grab a beer!“ 🎉
Yes!
I am about to combine the dominator GTX pants with either sand 3 or defender 3gtx, does anybody know If the zippers fit to each other ?
Jacket is to expensive for me…..
The zippers are the same.
Anyone tested the Dominator vs the Klim Badlands Pro?
Ths!!!
Now, this channel too seems to be becoming a sales pitch for motorcycle riding gear and accessories. But I understand that when companies fund rides they expect kickbacks. But does it really matter if one gets two drops of water in your riding jacket, riding pants or boots ??? And if the riding gear costs, half the price of the motorcycle? Being a middle-class working man, with a passion for riding, I just cannot imagine buying riding gear for this sort of money, maybe not in this life. But I have still managed to ride on some of the most dangerous and treacherous roads in the world and got back alive, in my middle-class riding gear. So, in fact, it's the ride that matters and so much the brand or the price. Because everything is made in China for the price of a packet of chips.
Just my thoughts , its sad , i like Pedro mota Better , No bull and No commercial , sorry pavlin but iam out of your channel ,
If you think that I am trying to sell you anthing you are completely wrong! The idea is to share my opinion for those who interested. If you don't okay but I cannot see any reason to blame the channel!
No problem, it is a free platform!
@@motorcycleadventures Sir ! You got my comment completely mixed up. I never ever mentioned in my comment anything about you trying to sell anything to anyone. All I said was in simple English was that the minute sponsors get involved in riding channels, the entire idea of that platform gets defeated. And the whole idea of your channel is to tell people about your riding experiences, your motorcycle set up, the gear you carry, the do's and dont's from your vast riding experiences and the genuine advice you give to people as an experienced adventure rider is welcomed in the most enthusiastic manner by your subscribers. But promoting brands and telling people that what they might be using is cheap and not good, might not go down well with most people. Also please beware that big international brands love to use free platforms to promote their products but will take you down, the minute you say something negative about their products or promote anything else over their product. Anyways! These are just my thoughts and they might strongly differ very much from the other subscribers of your channel. Like yourself, I too sometimes feel to be direct in expressing my feelings. But I hold no negative thoughts about anyone, as negative thoughts do not benefit anyone.
I never said anything negative on my channel.
Hope the camera survived. :)
Yes, it was okay.
How many beer?
Your choice.
Most importent for me….
How Well does it isolate in cold weather ?
I need something that can keep me warm….
It hasn't any layers.
Thanks 👍🏻😊
Next level is KLIM?
Maybe...
pro tip: do NOT, I repeat do NOT smell moto boots !
You ca smell mine without any fear!
@@motorcycleadventures 😅😂😆🤣
and u are 100 out of 10
Thanks, man!
Dominator: silly name
I like it!
Toni, you just think of it as Dominatorello ;)
Wow, people actually complain about the price in this day and age?! Look, nobody is asking you to buy this if you don't have the money, just consider what Pavlin has to say. Yes, he got it for free from Rev'it but knowing him, if the gear was crap he would have said it! Even if this is a sales pitch, which it is not, nobody is forcing you to buy it. It's like everybody these days are just waiting for negative reviews just so they can say "That is expensive crap, I knew it!". Deep down you all would like to have this kind of gear, but if you can't afford it that is also completely ok, buy the gear in your price range, there is plenty about to choose from.
I have several cheap Rev'it jackets and pants and I have utmost respect for the company, nothing has failed me so far and I'we been abusing it in all kinds of weather. So I do plan to invest in some more expensive stuff soon, it will last me longer and I'm not consumer oriented so that I have to change the gear every two years. If I had Dominator or Poseidon and it lasts for 10 years with no problems, that is good enough investment for me. Sorry for the rant, you all ride safe! Cheers guys!
Thanks for the support Marko!
Yes ! Some people have to work for their money in these days and age too and at the same time are experienced enough after riding for thirty years, to differentiate between what is value for money and what is expensive crap. I never mentioned in my comment anywhere that it was a sales pitch or anyone in the video was being a salesman. All I said was that if one has sponsors then kickbacks are expected, which eventually defeats the actual purpose the channel. Now that is if you understand English and it's quirks. And how do know what someone might be wanting? I am an adventure rider and for me riding gear does matter but what brand, I do not give a shit, because what matters is the ride. And by the way, thank you for the advice about the plenty of riding gear to choose from, I know what to choose, that is value for money and not cry about if a drop of water does get into my riding jacket, pants or boots.
I already did the review of the gear a few months ago.This long term opinion was my idea and no one ever asked me to do it. I thought that ity might be useful for those who wondering how good it is.
@@stankropiunik2539 Sure, no problem dude. I always like to help and I am glad to have helped you with that very sound advice. I also don't know why you felt I was talking to you specifically, but hey... And thanks for the jab about speaking the lingo, funny enough, it's the great English language that is helping me earn that same sweet money for the gear and bikes, even though it's not even near my native language. Cheers and have a safe ride!
Oh, two last questions though. Did you ever at any point in those 30 years wore Rev'it gear? Or even wore one in the shops for like 5 minutes? If the answer is no, than your 30 years of experience is not much good to us, is it? If the answer is yes, well by all means, please enlighten us then. Because, Pavlin has experience with it, and I for one am willing to listen to it. How silly of me, I know... If you think there are dishonest opinions said about these products, please do tell us your experience with the product, I would like to hear it very much. Thanks.
@@markosrides Well ! Firstly if you did have an iota of knowledge of the English language, then you would know how to address people, who you do not know in person. The way of expression by calling a middle-aged gentleman as " dude " only goes to show your class. Secondly, I do not have to prove anything to you about my riding skills or the gear I use or in fact the bikes I ride or the bikes I have ridden in my entire career as an adventure rider. I am an adventurer and for me, it's the adventure that matters and not the kind of motorcycle or the riding gear. I am tough enough to withstand the elements and it this attitude that has kept me going along the way in my motorcycle riding career and not the sort of riding gear I chose to wear. The sole reason that I follow Pavlin is because of his no-nonsense approach to the motorcycle adventure touring. But when it comes to speaking my mind as he does on certain issues, I will make it known. Last but not least let me take this opportunity to ask you, as to how many years have you been riding motorcycles ??? or been into motorcycle adventure touring ??? Cos, you do not sound like a biker or a motorcycle adventure rider. You more seem to be a living room rider, who loves to sit in front of the television or the computer screen and follow people who actually are doing something. I hope I am wrong, but again, I might be right.
If you don't get it for free, you will pay for those gear so mush money? Or you will pay for gasoline and go around the world with not so expensive gear.
Drive safe.
Whatever works for you man! I went to so many places without it!
Please NEVER do another dubbed video.