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Anyone have favorite cold weather gear? I do some Postmates deliveries at night for a few hours on end and it's starting to get quite chilly in the morning hours. I'm probably going to pick up a thermal rainsuit at the very least. Ideally, I'd be able to use some of the 12v heated glove/jacket liners on a switched connection, but my bike doesn't have an accessories port (2013 Brammo Empulse R, electric bike). I looked at installing one aftermarket, but I don't know my rear end from my elbow re: electronics and apparently the only 12v power tap is a 2-pin molex connector under the tank fairing, which I'd probably have to run to a Centech AP-1, which I have no clue how to do and can't find resources for anyone as generally clueless about that stuff as I am. I saw there's some battery-powered heated gear, but it's apparently not as good as a wired setup, especially for hours on end.
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Squirrel Burger posted:Anyone have favorite cold weather gear? I do some Postmates deliveries at night for a few hours on end and it's starting to get quite chilly in the morning hours. I'm probably going to pick up a thermal rainsuit at the very least. Depending on your temperature you could also go with a pair of Held Twins and heated grips. edit: You will also need a temperature controller if you go with heated gear. You can use a simple on/off switch but it is really distracting because you will constantly be turning it on and off. Heated gear will heat to ~130F if not regulated. Connecting everything can look kind of confusing but it's pretty simple. I can post pictures of how to connect everything if you decide to go that route and need the guidance. -Inu- fucked around with this message at 04:33 on Nov 7, 2015 |
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Nov 7, 2015 04:30
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-Inu- posted:Pretty much all heated gear will come with a wire that goes on your battery terminals and has an inline fuse. The Gerbing stuff is my favorite. The EX and G3 gloves are on sale (aka closeout afaik) right now. Both have dual closures. The EX is a textile that has DWR applied (water repellent - the gloves aren't waterproof by any means but they will shed water for a time) and palm protection. G3 is just a full leather glove. They don't have as much protection as regular gloves but I would highly suggest refraining from glove liners - they are a pain in the rear end to fit under gloves; you will probably need to buy new gloves and it's a bitch finding a pair that fits comfortably with a liner. Oh, I know about the harness they provide with it. My issue is that my bike, being fully electric, doesn't have a standard lead acid battery with available terminals to power the gear - everything is powered by the central battery packs, which you don't want to be tampering with so all the cells stay balanced. They left a single molex patch but I don't have the first clue how to jerry-rig it to power accessories.
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Nov 7, 2015 08:58
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Just go battery powered heated gear.
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Nov 7, 2015 20:25
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Squirrel Burger posted:Oh, I know about the harness they provide with it. My issue is that my bike, being fully electric, doesn't have a standard lead acid battery with available terminals to power the gear - everything is powered by the central battery packs, which you don't want to be tampering with so all the cells stay balanced. They left a single molex patch but I don't have the first clue how to jerry-rig it to power accessories. What bike is it? Just get a molex adapter to SAE or whatever else.
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Nov 7, 2015 20:38
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builds character posted:Why don't you just call whoever you bought from and talk to them about it? They have an explicit policy where as soon as you walk out the store with your helmet it can't be returned (understandable, they're worried you may have dropped it and compromised the shell and such). Gloves can't be used either, and I was dumb enough to go try them out for a ride without wearing them around a bit with the tags still on. Lesson learnt!
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Nov 8, 2015 02:42
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Barnsy posted:They have an explicit policy where as soon as you walk out the store with your helmet it can't be returned (understandable, they're worried you may have dropped it and compromised the shell and such). Gloves can't be used either, and I was dumb enough to go try them out for a ride without wearing them around a bit with the tags still on. Lesson learnt!
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Nov 8, 2015 03:28
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Well I got a substantial bonus at work, and instead of doing something useful with it I took the dive and ponied up for some uglybros motorpool pants. They shipped the same day ordered them, and after a week of traveling across the country (CA-->FL) they finally made it here. Besides being stylish as hell and a perfect fit, they are super comfortable on and off the bike. The armor goes in and out very easy, and the fabric seems thick/tough enough that it would provide a decent amount of protection in a spill (though probably not as much as my pair of sedici pants). Definitely much more than the jeans I (used to) wear when I didn't feel like looking like a spaceman to go get a coffee or something. It's a pair of pants I actually like so it's probably more effective protection than my sedici pants since I will actually wear them. The only problem is they only pair well with boots really, and since I currently only own some door-kickers it's a bit silly wearing them when i'm not riding. Worth the 300$ price tag? It's debatable, id probably say they are worth around 200$. I saw them super cheap on a place called aliexpress.com but didn't trust it because they had many sizes in stock that didn't even exist on the actual uglybros website (in addition to terrible reviews).
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Nov 8, 2015 03:46
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Apple2o posted:I saw them super cheap on a place called aliexpress.com but didn't trust it because they had many sizes in stock that didn't even exist on the actual uglybros website (in addition to terrible reviews). Pretty sure aliexpress is more or less exclusively chinese knock-off poo poo so don't ever buy from there if you are looking for anything genuine.
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Nov 8, 2015 05:55
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-Inu- posted:Where did you buy your stuff? Motorcycle accessory supermarket. Here in Sydney they're basically the same price or even cheaper than online/revzilla.
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Nov 8, 2015 08:19
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Barnsy posted:Motorcycle accessory supermarket. Here in Sydney they're basically the same price or even cheaper than online/revzilla. They poo poo me especially re: gloves because the one near me at least has them all behind a counter and you have to ask to try on each pair etc...
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Nov 8, 2015 08:22
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theperminator posted:They poo poo me especially re: gloves because the one near me at least has them all behind a counter and you have to ask to try on each pair etc... Yup, makes it a real pain to just try gloves and get a feel. That said, they're in Auburn and I don't blame them. There's a reason that's one of the few areas in Sydney where mobile phone retailers only have fakes... The real things apparently just get nicked no matter what they do. But dumb nonetheless!
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Nov 8, 2015 10:55
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Does any company make dirt bike goggles with transition lenses?
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Nov 8, 2015 19:35
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Not AFAIK.
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Nov 8, 2015 21:02
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Someone tell me what Dainese 2 piece suit to buy for supermoto.
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Nov 12, 2015 22:04
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Partial Octopus posted:Someone tell me what Dainese 2 piece suit to buy for supermoto.
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Nov 13, 2015 02:04
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-Inu- posted:Why do you want a 2 piece over a one piece? They don't make a 1 piece suit that would work well for supermoto. A 2 piece would allow more room in the torso and would be better suited to an up-right position. I know there are a few small companies out there that have specific supermoto suits but I get a pretty big discount through my job with Dainese and Alpine Stars.
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Nov 13, 2015 02:36
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1 pieces are a loving pain in the rear end to live with, I vastly prefer my 2 piece suit. You try to take an urgent piss in a 1pcs, its a worry. A good 2pcs has a full wrap zip anyway.
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Nov 13, 2015 03:16
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Partial Octopus posted:They don't make a 1 piece suit that would work well for supermoto. A 2 piece would allow more room in the torso and would be better suited to an up-right position. I know there are a few small companies out there that have specific supermoto suits but I get a pretty big discount through my job with Dainese and Alpine Stars. edit: What is your build like? Shimrod posted:A good 2pcs has a full wrap zip anyway. It really depends what you're doing though. 2 pieces are fine if you're doing aggressive mountain riding with some sightseeing mixed in - definitely more convenient. I used one for a few years. But if you're someone who does trackdays it winds up costing more since 90% of people graduate to a 1pc after a couple of trackdays. If you know why you want what you want (e.g. have done trackdays and are fine with a 2 piece or don't find a 1pc comfortable on the street) and understand that there is a minor tradeoff, then there's no problem with it. -Inu- fucked around with this message at 04:26 on Nov 13, 2015 |
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Nov 13, 2015 04:24
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There is no way a proper fitting 2 piece is going to cause you to start tumbling. The biggest concern is the leather riding up, exposing the zipper and fabric, and splitting/ripping. Even that's a minor concern. Fit is far more important than anything else.
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Nov 13, 2015 04:36
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I can't even imagine a situation where a 2pcs is going to cause you to go tumbling where a 1pcs won't. My 2pcs has a full circle zip, fits well and is just as snug as my 1pcs when it's zipped up. The zipper part is about 2 inches inside the jacket with thick leather down over it, even more on the rear. I'd be more concerner with my gloves or boots coming off than my 2pcs zipper splitting/ripping or my 2pcs causing me to tumble.
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Nov 13, 2015 09:15
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I'm looking at getting a new helmet, but don't feel confident buying one without a little input from you guys. After three years, my first and only helmet - a Caberg Ego - is getting tired: Rain now has a tendency to run down the inside of the visor, and it doesn't feel as snug as I'd like these days. I'm not sure if I should get another Caberg, but I'm reluctant not to as I feel like I know what to expect from them  Having never owned another helmet, I don't even know if this thing is heavy, loud, or what. That being said, I loving love pinlock and the drop-down sun visor this thing has so I'm sold on that.I'm budgeting ~£150 for a replacement because I only really use my bike (a 125cc Suzuki VanVan) to commute about 10miles each way, and even then only if the weather is moderately okay. I don't think I'd have another Ego, but I have been looking at Caberg's Vox because it's cheap (only £85), has a good safety rating, and has everything else I've become accustomed to. I guess this post boils down to: Are Caberg any good? Is there something in my price range I'm missing out on if I were to go with the Vox?
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Nov 13, 2015 21:27
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Seems like you've thought it out pretty well.
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Nov 13, 2015 21:37
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Abiggoat posted:I'm looking at getting a new helmet, but don't feel confident buying one without a little input from you guys. Caberg are at the cheaper end build-wise but don't skimp on the safety so if it fits you go for it. Bear in mind that even though it's from the same manufacturer it may not be the same fit, so make sure you try one on first. The only other helmets I'd say that are definitely worth checking out in that price range are Shark - the S range in particular is ridiculously good quality at the price even if it is noisy as gently caress at speed, but I don't think that's going to be a problem for you.
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Nov 13, 2015 22:36
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-Inu- posted:Fair enough. Dai and A/S both used to make sumo suits but it doesn't look like they do anymore. Pants are going to be the same regardless but something like an A/S GP Plus R or a Dai Laguna EVO (no idea what they're replacing it with though). I'll see if I can't find a better answer for you tomorrow though. I'm 5'9 and wear a 32/32 in levis. The track I go to allows for 2-pieces as long as they have the full circumference zipper. I'd like a purpose built suit but my Dainese and A Stars discounts are just too good to pass up. I tried on a motgei suit today but no size really felt good in the up right riding position so I think I'm definitely going to have to go with a 2-piece. I really like the look of the white Laguna Seca and Avro Dainese 2 pieces but I'm not sure if they come in a perf version. Their website doesn't give much info. There's also 3 different versions of the Laguna and I have no idea what the differences are.
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Nov 13, 2015 22:38
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I bought an Arctiva snowmobile jacket on closeout from Parts Unlimited to wear over my perf leather for the cold and wet. Thing is magic. That is all.
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Nov 14, 2015 15:58
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Reminder to wash your helmet padding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjTzR5kaafE
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Nov 14, 2015 17:00
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Shimrod posted:You try to take an urgent piss in a 1pcs, its a worry.
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Nov 14, 2015 17:21
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BlackMK4 posted:You just gotta learn the wide legged squat. Dainese silicon catheter with heel dump valve. Warms one leg as well.
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Nov 14, 2015 22:00
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Ola posted:Dainese silicon catheter with heel dump valve. Warms one leg as well. This isn't sounding quite right.
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Nov 14, 2015 22:23
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MetaJew posted:This isn't sounding quite right. drat. It's when I have to jam sharp shards of highly reactive metal up my peehole I realize that I've been complacent about my English homework.
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Nov 14, 2015 23:05
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Supradog posted:Reminder to wash your helmet padding. I really hope that is a dirt bike helmet.
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Nov 14, 2015 23:06
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Shimrod posted:1 pieces are a loving pain in the rear end to live with, I vastly prefer my 2 piece suit. I've never had a problem with that. Just be careful with the zipper.
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Nov 15, 2015 06:34
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builds character posted:I really hope that is a dirt bike helmet. That's what about one year of sweat and general face grime looks like. Also works with your gloves -- give it a shot. (To dry leather without having it lose its shape or get stiff, squeeze out as much water as possible, then wear and work the gloves while they're drying) Z3n posted:What bike is it? Just get a molex adapter to SAE or whatever else. If if he's like most goons, he probably has a bag of random computer parts sitting around somewhere. Pull out a molex something-or-other from there and crimp onto the proper wires.
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Nov 15, 2015 06:44
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Does anyone do Black Friday deals? I'm needing some new gloves. Revzilla currently has 10% off closeouts with BFWARMUP but I couldn't find a closeout I liked in my size. I really like the Revit Cayenne gloves in black/sand but fuuuuck spending $180 on gloves.
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Nov 15, 2015 21:58
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Partial Octopus posted:I really like the look of the white Laguna Seca and Avro Dainese 2 pieces but I'm not sure if they come in a perf version. Their website doesn't give much info. There's also 3 different versions of the Laguna and I have no idea what the differences are. Anything with "estivo" in the name is for Summer, and should be perfed if leather.
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Nov 15, 2015 23:56
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Schroeder91 posted:Does anyone do Black Friday deals? I'm needing some new gloves. Revzilla currently has 10% off closeouts with BFWARMUP but I couldn't find a closeout I liked in my size. I really like the Revit Cayenne gloves in black/sand but fuuuuck spending $180 on gloves.
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Nov 16, 2015 00:00
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My commute has finally been getting unbearably cold and I had to go out and get some of that lovely Bilt Freeze Out under gear to try and stay warm. The jacket and facemask work well enough, but the gloves are utter crap. I had to get three pairs before I had a set without holes at the drat seams and my hands still go numb during my commute. Thanks to the aforementioned Revzilla black Friday sail I'm looking at a couple of different winter gloves and I would love some input before choosing one. I also plan on getting a heated glove liner as well. Alpine Overland Drystar http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-overland-drystar-gloves I know it will fit just fine and I actually like hi-viz on my hands because I want drivers to see my fingers. REV'IT Bastion GTX http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-bastion-gtx-gloves Big. Has goretex. Looks heavy duty. REV'IT H2O Out http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-element-2-h20-gloves Another Rev'it. Waterproof and stuff. Obviously the Bastion's look like the biggest, warmest, most comfortable glove, but I've never worn Rev'its before and I don't know if the glove itself is any good, much less a fit for my hand. Anyone have any strong opinions about any of these pieces? I'd also appreciate a recommendation for heated glove liners. Or are heated gloves themselves far better than the liners?
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Nov 16, 2015 03:15
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I bought some crappy joe rocket heated gloves last season for ~140 bux and they worked well enough down to about 30F. They don't have any armor in them though, they're basically just heated winter gloves
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Chichevache posted:My commute has finally been getting unbearably cold and I had to go out and get some of that lovely Bilt Freeze Out under gear to try and stay warm. The jacket and facemask work well enough, but the gloves are utter crap. I had to get three pairs before I had a set without holes at the drat seams and my hands still go numb during my commute. Thanks to the aforementioned Revzilla black Friday sail I'm looking at a couple of different winter gloves and I would love some input before choosing one. I also plan on getting a heated glove liner as well. It all depends on how cold you want to go and how long your rides will be.
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