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I'm looking for around $950 shipped out of the Flanker. I just dropped both of them off to be repaired (at a proper leather shop) so you won't have the rip to deal with. Retail on it was around $1400 or so if memory serves, you're of course welcome to make an offer as well.
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Cuchulainn posted:You left something out here...did they forget to charge you? If so, come on. That's not cool. Someone's gonna pay for 'em, you can count on that. Yea, they forgot to charge me for them. They charged me for everything else I bought, but the pants did not come through on my credit bill.
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Ok guys, I could use some help. At the end of August I may be going to an extended trip off-road trip with the Adventure. At least 9 days, more or less entirely double track and fire road. I am holding back details because at the moment its not my place to make any announcements, but I am very excited. Think Long Way Round, but not so Long, or Round. Really just Way So I am going to be spending quite a bit or money outfitting the bike and my camping setup, and I already know what I want/need in that area. I need help finding some boots and a new off-road/motorcross helmet and goggles. The boots have to provide some pretty serious ankle and toe protection as the riding is going to be very rocky and loose/sandy. Waterproof is good, comfortable is better. The helmet just needs to be comfortable and well ventilated. Here is the deal, I really need to keep the price of these two items low. Thanks to my penchant of giving my motorcycle dealer lots of money every few months, as all the other stuff I have to buy to get ready for this trip, I am broke. I need something of reasonable quality and comfort. Basically, what out there is pretty decent and isn't going to break the bank?
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mutt2jeff posted:Ok guys, I could use some help. At the end of August I may be going to an extended trip off-road trip with the Adventure. At least 9 days, more or less entirely double track and fire road. I am holding back details because at the moment its not my place to make any announcements, but I am very excited. Think Long Way Round, but not so Long, or Round. Really just Way http://www.rockymoto.com/sidi_srs_page.htm These boots are the poo poo in my opinion, and at a pretty decent price. You can get cheaper MX boots, but these will last you forever. The fact that you can replace the soles yourself will save you a decent amount of money in the long term. As for a helmet, I'm not familiar with any helmets that vent all that well. I believe rockymoto is having a sale on Shoeis, but they are still quite expensive. I imagine they are very good. I really like the Smith LST (Light Sensitive) models, I really like the Fuel model which is very reasonably priced. The light sensitive lense works really well through a range of light conditions.
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Does anyone have this http://motorcyclecloseouts.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FX-70033 SHIFT Super Street jacket? I just got one (pretty nice btw) and every description I've read says the armor is removable. But damned if they didn't send any kind of documentation or am I able to find any that actually tells HOW to remove it.
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gear pics from 30-35mph lowside Joe Rocket Pheonix 2.0 - I got a bit on rash on my elbow where the mesh wore through. The snap that tightens the arm ripped off and the armor didn't stay in place  Scorpion EXO-700 - minor scratch, I'm bummed I have to buy a new helmet even though this one is still perfectly serviceable  Joe Rocket Alter Ego pants - worked pretty well, the knee got shredded but it protected me from the road and the bike. My jeans didn't even get a hole in them. I would want something better in any accident more severe than this though.  No pics, but my Alpinestars SMX-4 boots held up great, and even thoughthe leather tore in 2 places, the padding and hard plastic shell certainly saved my shin and foot and ankle from anything more serious than the deep bruising I got.
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I posted these in SA-Mart, just wanted to post it here as well, give the biek goons first shot: So, when I got my bike in the spring, I got a Joe Rocket mesh jacket to go along with it. I was between sizes, so opted for the larger size, rather than smaller. Since then I've lost quite a few pounds and the jacket is just to loose at this point. This is the jacket: http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/mesh_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/phoenix_4_mesh_motorcycle_jacket.html (Joe Rocket Phoenix 4.0 Mesh Jacket) I've used it maybe 5 times and have never been down on it. It's a size Large Tall in black. I'm selling the Phoenix gloves as well, size Large. http://www.newenough.com/gloves/street_short_cuff/joe_rocket/phoenix_3_motorcycle_gloves.html (Joe Rocket Phoenix 3.0 Gloves) I'm looking to get $100 for the jacket and $25 for the gloves. I'll throw in free shipping as well. PM, IM or email is fine.
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aventari posted:Joe Rocket Pheonix 2.0 - I got a bit on rash on my elbow where the mesh wore through. The snap that tightens the arm ripped off and the armor didn't stay in place I've always worried about those snaps. I just sent my leather JR jacket in to fix the snap that ripped off in my hand when I was tightening it. As long as they are using those P.O.S. snaps, I'm staying away from JR for anything I buy new. It doesn't help that my only jacket in the meantime is a Pheonix 4.0 that is a couple sizes too big on me (thanks, guy at the motorcycle dealer who didn't help me size properly when I was just getting started riding and knew nothing about anything).
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Does anyone know how dirtbike boot sizing works? I'm looking at buying a pair of Gaerne Boots online, but I can't find any in a store to try on.
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This fall will be the first time I use my bike to commute to school, and it seems like it'd be a pain to carry my helmet around, so I'm thinking about getting one of these http://www.newenoughhp.com/luggage/backpacks/icon/squad_motorcycle_backpack.html that someone linked to earlier in this thread. Any have any specifics on this bag? Also, anyone have a backpack like this that has the helmet compartment on the bottom. I'm kind of worried that I'll be prone to knocking the helmet onto the ground or some other obstacle.
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I'm in a bit of a dilemma. I am going out west with Thelonious in about 3 weeks and would like a pair of riding pants. Sadly I really am going to be strapped for cash, and 100 dollars shipped is the most I can spend on a pair. What kind should I look for? Should I get a pair of regular leather pants and not wear jeans under them? Should I get a pair of overpants? If anyone has any suggestions in this meager and crappy price range please let me know. It's not much but at least it'll be a bit extra between myself and the pavement if something should happen.
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SB35 posted:Does anyone have this http://motorcyclecloseouts.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FX-70033 Bit late here, but typically there's a velcro section worked into the arms. You rip that apart and the armor is fitted into a little pocket in the arms. Pimping, i responded in the other thread.
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Pimping Giraffe posted:I'm in a bit of a dilemma. I am going out west with Thelonious in about 3 weeks and would like a pair of riding pants. Sadly I really am going to be strapped for cash, and 100 dollars shipped is the most I can spend on a pair. Other than checking out closeouts on the sites mentioned in this thread good luck. You'll probably have a hard time getting into leathers for that price. I've got some Alpinestars cargos that are pretty much new. Let me know if you are interested.
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I just started riding this month and am getting along pretty well, having taken MSF 4 weeks ago. Right now I'm wearing an Arai Quantum 2 helmet, MotoGP Corkscrew leather jacket, and a pair of Moto Icon gloves. For pants, I want to find something more durable than the jeans and khakis I've been wearing. Anyone have any experiences with these? Anything else I should be looking at? http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/mesh_jackets_and_pants/first_gear/mesh_tex_2_mesh_motorcycle_pants.html
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Incursion posted:I just started riding this month and am getting along pretty well, having taken MSF 4 weeks ago. Right now I'm wearing an Arai Quantum 2 helmet, MotoGP Corkscrew leather jacket, and a pair of Moto Icon gloves. For pants, I want to find something more durable than the jeans and khakis I've been wearing. Anyone have any experiences with these? Anything else I should be looking at? I don't have any experience with those, but they seem like standard mesh pants. They're better than jeans, but I hear mesh rips apart in falls. As in, it'll protect your skin, but you won't want to wear them again. The problem with those is the lack of impact resistance. There is nothing to really protect you from when you hit the ground. It looks like New Enough has optional armor at the bottom of that page for relatively cheap. I would strongly suggest getting at least the knee armor if you buy the pants. Since you have a leather jacket, have you looked into perforated leather pants? They're more money, but will hold up better. I find my JR pants quite comfortable. Uthor fucked around with this message at 05:13 on Jul 25, 2007 |
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Incursion posted:http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/mesh_jackets_and_pants/first_gear/mesh_tex_2_mesh_motorcycle_pants.html They're very comfortable, but keep in mind they do nothing in any sort of weather but hot weather. I've got these, but after riding in the rain with them once, I'm saving for something more substantial (and also a rain suit  )
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Incursion posted:I just started riding this month and am getting along pretty well, having taken MSF 4 weeks ago. Right now I'm wearing an Arai Quantum 2 helmet, MotoGP Corkscrew leather jacket, and a pair of Moto Icon gloves. For pants, I want to find something more durable than the jeans and khakis I've been wearing. Anyone have any experiences with these? Anything else I should be looking at? Nice and all, but the lack of knee protection is very worrysome. Also, as teknicolor said, if you're doing distance riding, they're going to get cold. I'd go with some textiles that come with knee armor instead of the mesh...I wouldn't trust the mesh to hold up in an accident at freeway speeds. I've seen those jackets shredded from 20mph falls. On the flip side, i've seen jackets/leathers that people have crashed in at 80+ with hardly any damage. My view on it though is..."why risk it?" Obviously, leather is the best, but it's not always the most practical, and if it hangs in your closet while you commute/get in an accident, it's useless. So i play the safety aspect, cost, and chances of me crashing in it all against one another to buy my gear. In terms of safety: Leather Textiles Mesh Cost: Obviously. Chances of me crashing in it: Aggressive riding? I'll always be in full leathers, race boots, and helmet. Going to a friend's house? Jaunt to the next town? Anything with a social aspect or where i need to look presentable? Leather jacket, textile pants, street boots, leather gloves, helmet. The leather pants just aren't stylish enough for going out with friends. Cruising to the store? Jacket, jeans, gloves, boots/shoes, helmets. So in closing, get what you were. That's how i judge what gear will be worth buying to me. I'll eventually pick up an aerostich just to avoid all of this thought on it...normal clothes under a zip up, one piece textile suit. Best of all worlds.
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Z3n posted:I'll eventually pick up an aerostich just to avoid all of this thought on it...normal clothes under a zip up, one piece textile suit. Best of all worlds. I have an Aerostich suit, and I end up wearing it a lot less than I thought I would. For one thing, it's bulky. When you get some where, you need to have some place to put it. Putting it in its bag to carry it around takes longer than putting the suit on and taking it off. It can be secured to the bike with a PacSafe type thing, but that's kind of a pain, too. Also, in the summer, it's pretty hot. I've heard of wearing a wet t-shirt under the suit, but haven't tried that yet. Yet when it's cold out, the Aerostich does not seem to be warm enough on its own; I end up wearing another jacket under it. I do wear the suit for long distance riding, but for running around town and summer commuting, I usually go with a mesh jacket and some Draggin' jeans. Speaking of which, has anyone tried the armor for the Draggin' jeans or shirts?
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BlackMK4 posted:Does anyone know how dirtbike boot sizing works? I'm looking at buying a pair of Gaerne Boots online, but I can't find any in a store to try on. My Gaerne boots fit pretty true to size, a 44 is a 10, 43 9.5, 42 9, etc. If you have wide feet you might want to go up a size.
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This the place to post about luggage? I got a Bass Pro Shops boat bag yesterday to put on my rear rack (it's Extreme!).  I obviously haven't taken it for a long distance ride, yet, but I think I'll like it. I got the small and it fits pretty well back there. It has a semi-rigid bottom, so it keeps its shape cantilevered of the sides. It is water resistant (water will get in the zipper, but that's covered with a flap. It'll hold up in the rain but not in a dunking). There's a couple of straps on the front that let you tighten the bag on the contents if it's not 100% full. There's four loops on the top of the bag for bungee cords or tying things to or whatever. Best of all, the small was only $20 (about what a duffel costs at Wal-Mart). A medium would be good if you have saddle bags to rest it on. I also like the yellow, even on my red bike. One thing I don't like is the slippery bottom. It slides quite a bit on my luggage rack unless it is tightened on there pretty good. I'll have it tightened down anyway, but it makes putting it on more of a pain than it should be. There's also no side pockets or anything, just the main compartment with a small mesh pocket in the cover on the inside. There's some reviews saying the bottom leaks where it connects to the sides. I don't think this'll be a problem on a bike, but I can see it being an issue on a boat. If anyone's looking for a cheap bag to strap to the back of their bike, take a look at this. If a medium works for you, there's a white bag for sale for $13.
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Actuary X posted:I have an Aerostich suit, and I end up wearing it a lot less than I thought I would. Interesting, you're the first person who's said it isn't the absolute bees knees. I've tried the armor for another brand of kevlar reinforced jeans, and it was bulky and irritating. (Borch Jeans).
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Uthor posted:BassPro boat bag stuff That is so loving bizarre! I went to Bass Pro yesterday looking for a first aid kit to carry on the bike. I saw the same bag on sale for $14.99 and I thought that it would be a great tail bag. I also picked up a pair of $4.99 dock straps to use as tie-downs.    
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bung posted:That is so loving bizarre! I went to Bass Pro yesterday looking for a first aid kit to carry on the bike. I saw the same bag on sale for $14.99 and I thought that it would be a great tail bag. I also picked up a pair of $4.99 dock straps to use as tie-downs. Sweet. I'm going to have to try your mounting strategy. The rack on my bike sucks rear end as it has no loops or hooks to connect to, just straight steel wire. Anywhere I connect to, the straps slide to a position of least stability. I'm going to take a Dremel to it this weekend and put a couple of notches in the back plate of the rack. Also, like last week, I got $3 dock straps on a whim. We're like luggage buddies or something! Uthor fucked around with this message at 22:22 on Jul 26, 2007 |
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Uthor posted:stuff about his bag that does look like a good tail bag, and the yellow works for visibility which is always good. If it is sliding around, maybe try one of those undercarpet pads that keep your rug from sliding around. You know, these kind of things? 
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ClockworkZero posted:that does look like a good tail bag, and the yellow works for visibility which is always good. I'll see if my mom has any laying around. My bigger concern is finding a way to secure it to the P.O.S. rack. Thanks, though. I was thinking grip tape might also work.
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New rider, here! What say you all to: Icon Accelerant Jacket Shoei RF-1000 Helmet Icon Accelerant Gloves I've heard people say that the Icon stuff is a paper tiger, but all the jackets I've worn from them feel tough as nails (especially compared to the Joe Rocket stuff I was set on before). Anybody see any problems with this list?
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ReducedFat posted:New rider, here! No boots and no pants.
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Skier posted:No boots and no pants. Anyone have like, an opinion on the gear I listed?
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ReducedFat posted:Anyone have like, an opinion on the gear I listed? The helmet is really nice although I am admittedly a Shoei fanboy. Have you tried one on to make sure it fits right?
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ReducedFat posted:Anyone have like, an opinion on the gear I listed? My, like, opinion is I've heard enough badmouthing of Icon gear I'd have a very hard time recommending it. As for the lid, fit and comfort are much more important than brand names. find one that's DOT approved and fits better than the Shoei? It's a better helmet for you.
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Spend a $150 bucks less on the helmet and use that extra scratch to buy some better gear for all of your squishy bits. Also, $300 for an icon jacket isn't worth it. There's tons of gear on closeout and on sale for far less than that. So that's $450 that you now have to buy a leather jacket, riding pants, and boots with. Be sure to try on some gloves before you buy too. I've had some gloves that just plain weren't comfy.
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ReducedFat posted:New rider, here! I've got a Shoei RF-900. It is a very nice helmet, and the RF-1000 is even nicer with the removable padding. For me it wasn't a matter of "must get a Shoei", I tried on Arais, HJCs, either a Shark or Suomy (I got my helmet before those were really carried up here) and it just turned out the RF is what fits my head the best. Plus mine has a bad-rear end dragon on it  . I've read complaints that the RF line is a fairly noisy helmet for some people and for me I do find the wind noise to be annoying after a while. I don't know how noisy it is compared to other helmets though. I'm going to start riding with earplugs at some point though so that solves that problem.
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ReducedFat posted:New rider, here! Those gloves don't look so hot. I'd suggest something which covers your wrist more than that, and has less zipper, and more velcro. I'd look at A* if you want to spend 60 or 70 bucks on a glove. Here's one that looks ok, but like everything else, I'd try it on first. Regarding the lid, I've tried on the RF, and it doesn't fit my head at all. I've got an HJC head, and saved myself both the trouble of hotspots while riding, and a bit of cash too. Try them on first, so you don't waste your money on something which isn't going to fit. Other people have already talked about the jacket, so I'm just going to suggest you check out the sites like newenough and all that; I'm sure you can find something better for cheaper. edit: buy boots and trousers too
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New rider here. I like the idea of having street clothes on under the gear, but being of normal financial status, Aerostitch is out of the question. So naturally I looked at the Fieldsheer Highland one piece, but the stories of sweating to death in the summer didn't sound too appealing. I might still pick one up for the colder months, but I was looking at this Cortech/Tourmaster jacket for the remainder of the summer. http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/textile_jackets_and_pants/cortech_by_tour_master/gx_sport_textile_motorcycle_jacket.html Anyone have any opinions or info regarding the GX Sport? Reviews all suggest great things, but I'd like to hear the goon opinion as well. Haven't decided on pants/gloves yet. Also, does anyone know what full faced helmets would be most accommodating to a pair of glasses? There are days when I don't feel like putting in contacts.
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Sedge posted:http://www.newenough.com/protective_apparel/textile_jackets_and_pants/cortech_by_tour_master/gx_sport_textile_motorcycle_jacket.html I own that jacket in black. It was the best-fitting jacket I could find (I'm kinda pudgy  ), and their vent system works pretty well on hot days. The reflecting strips are great for visibility (and even wash out in flash pictures). The jacket's removable liner is also pretty sweet.However, the armor seems a little insubstantial - I expected a hard back protector, but it's pretty soft. It's got the usual shoulder and elbow armor from Coretech products though.
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Sedge posted:Also, does anyone know what full faced helmets would be most accommodating to a pair of glasses? There are days when I don't feel like putting in contacts. I have an HJC CL-SP and almost always wear sunglasses with no problems. Doctor Zero fucked around with this message at 18:47 on Jul 30, 2007 |
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Thoughts on 'Draggin' Jeans' (https://www.dragginjeans.com), apart from the fact the name is frickin retarded? I'm really looking for a pair of riding pants that satisfy the following two requirements (if this product actually exists) 1) moderately cool or at least with venting 2) doesn't look like I just got done sledding
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Fantastipotamus posted:Thoughts on 'Draggin' Jeans' (https://www.dragginjeans.com), apart from the fact the name is frickin retarded? These look interesting http://www.dragginjeans.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=DLINERS I'd be interested to see how they actually perform and would be nice to wear whatever pants I want. Though $150 is a bit much.
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Sedge posted:Also, does anyone know what full faced helmets would be most accommodating to a pair of glasses? There are days when I don't feel like putting in contacts. Doctor Zero posted:I have an HJC CL-SP and almost always wear sunglasses with no problems. Kinda depends on the glasses, too. My sunglasses go on just fine, but my regular glasses curve behind my ear more and are a bit of a pain to get on just right.
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