track leather fitting advice

cuong-nutz · May 19th, 2011, 08:47 PM

I am looking for a one piece leather suit for track day events when the time goes around and was wondering about how they should fit. I'm 5'11" and about 155 lb with scrawny legs. I was thinking I was maybe like a size 42 or 44 and I know size varies with different brands.

1. Are leathers suppose to fit you snug?
2. Are you supppose to be able to stand up straight without having to fight the suit to do so?

The brands I am considering are Bilt, Fieldsheer Radar or Flex, or whatever that is used within my 300-400 price range.

phr3ek · May 19th, 2011, 08:51 PM

1. yes, but they stretch where it counts
2. no, its not suppose to be comfy, you will be naturally slouched forward in them

remember, suits are sewn to be non-restrictive in a tucked position

at your body specs, i suggest RS taichi (jap sizing, not euro) or dainese
they offer pretty slim suits

or spartan leathers for a fully custom fit

Cuongism · May 19th, 2011, 08:58 PM

Richard on our site is selling new suits for $399 with free shipping. He is selling the Fieldsheer Radars too

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...ighlight=piece

Rexbo · May 21st, 2011, 06:39 PM

I'm 5'10", 150 lbs with totally average (maybe a little skinny in the chest) torso/legs/arms and the dainese size 40 fits me perfectly, maybe could be a tad skinnier around the waist. The size 38 exhibited some serious moose knuckle and the 42 was too loose everywhere. I like my leathers to have minimal wrinkling or extra material, just feels more secure that way, but that's just me. I'm sure some people like them looser. Also, standing up straight will be difficult in a correctly-fitted suit. These are made for riding motos, not attending proms

Go to a shop and try some on to see what brand's cut fits you best!

cuong-nutz · September 11th, 2011, 10:37 PM

I thought I update this thread. I picked up a Dainese one piece which I come to find out it's the 1997 model which was in rather awesome condition considering its age. Cleaned and conditioned it up with Lexol. It's a size 40. This thing fits like a glove with the exception of the thigh areas only because I lost mass. I may have room for a back protector but it may be pushing it. I will definitely need some compression long sleeves and pants to get in and out of this suit.

JS73 · September 12th, 2011, 05:08 AM

Nice suit. It looks like you'll have room for a back protector.
If you can fit in a chest protector, get one.

Rexbo · September 12th, 2011, 05:01 PM

ya and see how it fits sitting on the bike, since thats what really matters!

cuong-nutz · September 13th, 2011, 12:51 AM

Fits great on the bike. I did a few rides with it to break-in the suit. Being as old as it is, the suit still breathes!

streetsquid · September 27th, 2011, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JS73

Nice suit. It looks like you'll have room for a back protector.
If you can fit in a chest protector, get one.

a must on the back protector ,,where i live, some tracks wont let you ride with out one

May 19th, 2011, 08:47 PM	#1
cuong-nutz RIP Alex Name: Cuong Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 250r, '09 265r Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 2	track leather fitting advice I am looking for a one piece leather suit for track day events when the time goes around and was wondering about how they should fit. I'm 5'11" and about 155 lb with scrawny legs. I was thinking I was maybe like a size 42 or 44 and I know size varies with different brands. 1. Are leathers suppose to fit you snug? 2. Are you supppose to be able to stand up straight without having to fight the suit to do so? The brands I am considering are Bilt, Fieldsheer Radar or Flex, or whatever that is used within my 300-400 price range. __________________________________________________ HalfFast Racing Team Serving Greater Houston Area Riders:WFO Riders MotoHouston HPC CMRA Ride Smart Fastline Lone Star Track Days

September 11th, 2011, 10:37 PM	#5
cuong-nutz RIP Alex Name: Cuong Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 250r, '09 265r Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 2	I thought I update this thread. I picked up a Dainese one piece which I come to find out it's the 1997 model which was in rather awesome condition considering its age. Cleaned and conditioned it up with Lexol. It's a size 40. This thing fits like a glove with the exception of the thigh areas only because I lost mass. I may have room for a back protector but it may be pushing it. I will definitely need some compression long sleeves and pants to get in and out of this suit. __________________________________________________ HalfFast Racing Team Serving Greater Houston Area Riders:WFO Riders MotoHouston HPC CMRA Ride Smart Fastline Lone Star Track Days

September 12th, 2011, 05:08 AM	#6
JS73 ninjette.org guru Name: Joel Location: Orlando, FL Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 256	Nice suit. It looks like you'll have room for a back protector. If you can fit in a chest protector, get one. __________________________________________________ WERA #273 Novice Boogeyman Racing.

September 13th, 2011, 12:51 AM	#8
cuong-nutz RIP Alex Name: Cuong Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '10 250r, '09 265r Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 2	Fits great on the bike. I did a few rides with it to break-in the suit. Being as old as it is, the suit still breathes! __________________________________________________ HalfFast Racing Team Serving Greater Houston Area Riders:WFO Riders MotoHouston HPC CMRA Ride Smart Fastline Lone Star Track Days

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May 19th, 2011, 08:51 PM	#2
phr3ek meow? Name: kevin Location: I.E. SoCal Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2004 636 Posts: 587	1. yes, but they stretch where it counts 2. no, its not suppose to be comfy, you will be naturally slouched forward in them remember, suits are sewn to be non-restrictive in a tucked position at your body specs, i suggest RS taichi (jap sizing, not euro) or dainese they offer pretty slim suits or spartan leathers for a fully custom fit

May 19th, 2011, 08:58 PM	#3
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	Richard on our site is selling new suits for $399 with free shipping. He is selling the Fieldsheer Radars too http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...ighlight=piece

May 21st, 2011, 06:39 PM	#4
Rexbo CVMA / AFM / M1GP #250 Name: Steve Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r, 2011 Zero S, 2009 KLR 650 Posts: A lot.	I'm 5'10", 150 lbs with totally average (maybe a little skinny in the chest) torso/legs/arms and the dainese size 40 fits me perfectly, maybe could be a tad skinnier around the waist. The size 38 exhibited some serious moose knuckle and the 42 was too loose everywhere. I like my leathers to have minimal wrinkling or extra material, just feels more secure that way, but that's just me. I'm sure some people like them looser. Also, standing up straight will be difficult in a correctly-fitted suit. These are made for riding motos, not attending proms Go to a shop and try some on to see what brand's cut fits you best!

September 12th, 2011, 05:01 PM	#7
Rexbo CVMA / AFM / M1GP #250 Name: Steve Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r, 2011 Zero S, 2009 KLR 650 Posts: A lot.	ya and see how it fits sitting on the bike, since thats what really matters!