Leather Jacket/Pants

cullenjames · February 1st, 2012, 12:30 AM

Hey guys, I'm working on buying my gear right now as I'm preparing for the rider's course this Thur, Sat, and Sun. I've already managed to get some boots, gloves, and a helmet. I have a lightly used Harley leather jacket from my uncle that will suffice for the time being.

I am currently looking around at leather jackets and pants and wondering what would be the pros/cons between getting Dainese, A*, Rocket, Teknic, Icon, etc.

I for sure want to be able to zip them together (it seems like they don't always need to be the same brand in order to do this) and wouldn't mind getting different brands for either piece as long as they don't look terrible.

Thanks for any tips, pointers, or suggestions.

ForceofWill · February 1st, 2012, 12:44 AM

I would say it really depends on how much money you have to spend. Dainese isn't really even in the same range as Rocket, icon, etc. I have a Joe Rocket jacket and it is pretty cheap. I have also demo'd friends' Icon and Bilt stuff and I personally feel that my Dainese gear was worth the price premium I paid for it. I'm not going to say that their stuff was bad gear, with the exception of the Bilt stuff I saw maybe. I was also not impressed with A*. The level of quality and fit/finish with Dainese is top notch. I've never seen anyone purchase something from Dainese and wish they hadn't.

I'll stop before I start sounding like too much of a fanboy, since there are people on here with a lot broader spectrum experiance than I have.

I will say that you don't need to rush and get anything else before your class. You will be able to complete it with what you currently have.

cullenjames · February 1st, 2012, 12:53 AM

I understand that you're just really satisfied with the gear, haha. I've been pretty torn between A*, Rocket, and Dainese. I'm trying to walk away with the pants and jacket for <$400.

I'm also looking to get some 3/4 boots for casual rides to and from work/school. I'm considering getting either the Shift Racing Fuels or the Kickers. Does anyone have any opinions on either or think there is a better 3/4 boot in the same $100 price range?

ForceofWill · February 1st, 2012, 01:00 AM

Yeah, with that budget out of the three I would stick with A*, and I think you might have a little trouble even then. My jacket alone was almost double that

Try checking craigslist. Sometimes you can find some good deals. I know Momaru had a nice blue/white Dainese suit for super cheap a little while ago.

TeamGreen · February 1st, 2012, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by cullenjames

I understand that you're just really satisfied with the gear, haha. I've been pretty torn between A*, Rocket, and Dainese. I'm trying to walk away with the pants and jacket for <$400.

I'm also looking to get some 3/4 boots for casual rides to and from work/school. I'm considering getting either the Shift Racing Fuels or the Kickers. Does anyone have any opinions on either or think there is a better 3/4 boot in the same $100 price range?

I think if you really hunt around you can get pants and jacket for 400 on closeout somewhere.

As for the boots, I have a pair of the kickers and don't ever wear them anymore after getting my SMX-5 boots. They're barely tougher than normal shoes . Wearing boots to school doesnt sound fun but for work I keep a pair of shoes to change into under my desk.

Haven't bought anything here yet but people are getting some sweet deals, check this thread out.
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...ight=iron+pony

massacremasses · February 1st, 2012, 10:45 AM

yeah try ironpony. or anywhere doing a closeout on A* (or anything for that matter) you can do it on that budget. Not closeout price? then you will be paying $400 just for a jacket. lol

cullenjames · February 1st, 2012, 02:21 PM

I checked out the site, and depending on the color of my bike, I'll probably use that as a back up if I can't find anything less expensive on CL. Thanks for the tip. All their sizing is EUR specifications, right? Hoping they actually would have my size.

massacremasses · February 1st, 2012, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by cullenjames

I checked out the site, and depending on the color of my bike, I'll probably use that as a back up if I can't find anything less expensive on CL. Thanks for the tip. All their sizing is EUR specifications, right? Hoping they actually would have my size.

lots of pants sizes, good luck on jackets :/

geeker · February 4th, 2012, 07:11 PM

Check out AGV Sport at RevZilla. I have a pair of Willow leather pants that I picked up for $170 a few months ago. The fit and finish are much nicer than anything Cycle Gear keeps on hand in the store. And they are very comfortable on the bike. They also make jackets that will zip to the pants.

February 1st, 2012, 12:30 AM	#1
cullenjames ninjette.org member Name: Cullen Location: Sacramento Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 32	Leather Jacket/Pants Hey guys, I'm working on buying my gear right now as I'm preparing for the rider's course this Thur, Sat, and Sun. I've already managed to get some boots, gloves, and a helmet. I have a lightly used Harley leather jacket from my uncle that will suffice for the time being. I am currently looking around at leather jackets and pants and wondering what would be the pros/cons between getting Dainese, A*, Rocket, Teknic, Icon, etc. I for sure want to be able to zip them together (it seems like they don't always need to be the same brand in order to do this) and wouldn't mind getting different brands for either piece as long as they don't look terrible. Thanks for any tips, pointers, or suggestions.

February 1st, 2012, 10:45 AM	#6
massacremasses Avid Kitteh Poster Name: Justin Location: Norcal Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Yamaha TTR 50 SUCK IT Posts: A lot.	yeah try ironpony. or anywhere doing a closeout on A* (or anything for that matter) you can do it on that budget. Not closeout price? then you will be paying $400 just for a jacket. lol __________________________________________________ I powdercoat stuff Help me pay for my addiction I say funny stuff. http://twitter.com/JustinPWNSyou sometimes... I write like a 12 year old too, http://justinpwnsyou.wordpress.com/

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February 1st, 2012, 12:44 AM	#2
ForceofWill Blind 250 Loving Whore Name: Tom Location: Chesapeake, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R, 02 FZ1, '20 Fat Bob 114 Posts: A lot.	I would say it really depends on how much money you have to spend. Dainese isn't really even in the same range as Rocket, icon, etc. I have a Joe Rocket jacket and it is pretty cheap. I have also demo'd friends' Icon and Bilt stuff and I personally feel that my Dainese gear was worth the price premium I paid for it. I'm not going to say that their stuff was bad gear, with the exception of the Bilt stuff I saw maybe. I was also not impressed with A*. The level of quality and fit/finish with Dainese is top notch. I've never seen anyone purchase something from Dainese and wish they hadn't. I'll stop before I start sounding like too much of a fanboy, since there are people on here with a lot broader spectrum experiance than I have. I will say that you don't need to rush and get anything else before your class. You will be able to complete it with what you currently have.

February 1st, 2012, 12:53 AM	#3
cullenjames ninjette.org member Name: Cullen Location: Sacramento Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 32	I understand that you're just really satisfied with the gear, haha. I've been pretty torn between A*, Rocket, and Dainese. I'm trying to walk away with the pants and jacket for <$400. I'm also looking to get some 3/4 boots for casual rides to and from work/school. I'm considering getting either the Shift Racing Fuels or the Kickers. Does anyone have any opinions on either or think there is a better 3/4 boot in the same $100 price range?

February 1st, 2012, 01:00 AM	#4
ForceofWill Blind 250 Loving Whore Name: Tom Location: Chesapeake, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R, 02 FZ1, '20 Fat Bob 114 Posts: A lot.	Yeah, with that budget out of the three I would stick with A*, and I think you might have a little trouble even then. My jacket alone was almost double that Try checking craigslist. Sometimes you can find some good deals. I know Momaru had a nice blue/white Dainese suit for super cheap a little while ago.

February 1st, 2012, 02:21 PM	#7
cullenjames ninjette.org member Name: Cullen Location: Sacramento Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 32	I checked out the site, and depending on the color of my bike, I'll probably use that as a back up if I can't find anything less expensive on CL. Thanks for the tip. All their sizing is EUR specifications, right? Hoping they actually would have my size.

February 4th, 2012, 07:11 PM	#9
geeker ninjette.org guru Name: Richie Location: Arkansas Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2022 Honda CRF300L Rally, 2015 Ninja ZX6R 636, 2014 Ninja 1000, 2013 Ninja 300 (sold), 2011 Ninja 250R (sold) Posts: 479	Check out AGV Sport at RevZilla. I have a pair of Willow leather pants that I picked up for $170 a few months ago. The fit and finish are much nicer than anything Cycle Gear keeps on hand in the store. And they are very comfortable on the bike. They also make jackets that will zip to the pants.