Leathers For Shorties......HELP!!!

Majik · October 29th, 2009, 11:39 AM

Hi everyone. I am 5'2" and am having a difficult time finding riding pants that will fit properly. I'd like

armored jeans or leather pants but all the ones I find are wayyyyy

too long

. Can someone tell me where to look? Thanks in advance!!!

Daeldren · October 29th, 2009, 11:48 AM

Really, I figured girls would have an easier time finding gear. I was looking at getting a Tilt custom suit down the road, they sell 1 and 2 piece custom suits starting at $400.00, that may be an option for you. Other than that you may want to call Draggin Jeans, last time I went up to their store they had a few older pants in smaller sizes that were not listed on their website.

http://www.tiltcustoms.com/Home.html

Majik · October 29th, 2009, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daeldren

Really, I figured girls would have an easier time finding gear. I was looking at getting a Tilt custom suit down the road, they sell 1 and 2 piece custom suits starting at $400.00, that may be an option for you. Other than that you may want to call Draggin Jeans, last time I went up to their store they had a few older pants in smaller sizes that were not listed on their website.

http://www.tiltcustoms.com/Home.html

Thanks Kenny...I'll check into that for sure!

Greg_E · October 29th, 2009, 12:28 PM

Bates but they are expensive. AGV will also do custom suits (1 and 2 piece) but I have no idea of the prices. You can't take an off the rack suit and have it adjusted because all of these are pre-bent at the joints for comfortable riding and of course for the armor placement and knee pucks. There are a few other custom places but I can't remember their names. Overall you are probably going to be looking at about $1000 for a 1 piece or 2 piece suit. If two piece make sure it zips together.

Also look at Heine Gehrik (spelled wrong, sorry) they may actually have some on the rack suits that will fit, I seem to recall that they had a full range of women's sizes in their gear. Might not be racing suits, but definitely in serious road protection.

There's always the least favorite option with Harley, but it is more like casual leather clothing and @ssless chaps that do nothing but protect from bugs. Probably better than nothing but certainly not what you really need, and well they suck for killing off the Buell line of cycles.

Majik · October 29th, 2009, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg_E

Bates but they are expensive. AGV will also do custom suits (1 and 2 piece) but I have no idea of the prices. You can't take an off the rack suit and have it adjusted because all of these are pre-bent at the joints for comfortable riding and of course for the armor placement and knee pucks. There are a few other custom places but I can't remember their names. Overall you are probably going to be looking at about $1000 for a 1 piece or 2 piece suit. If two piece make sure it zips together.

Also look at Heine Gehrik (spelled wrong, sorry) they may actually have some on the rack suits that will fit, I seem to recall that they had a full range of women's sizes in their gear. Might not be racing suits, but definitely in serious road protection.

There's always the least favorite option with Harley, but it is more like casual leather clothing and @ssless chaps that do nothing but protect from bugs. Probably better than nothing but certainly not what you really need, and well they suck for killing off the Buell line of cycles.

Thanks Greg! I'm not into racing...only street riding. $1,000 is wayyyy out of my price range. Wish it wasn't but it is! I will check on Heine Gehrik (or however you spell it) and see what they have to offer. Thanks for responding!!

Greg_E · October 29th, 2009, 01:13 PM

AGV is probably going to be the cheapest and is probably worth the phone call. They may be able to alter and off the rack cheaper than a full custom suit. And for all I know they may even have something that will fit you.

HKr1 · October 29th, 2009, 01:23 PM

Ladies Pant Sizing Pant
Size .Waist .Hip .Inseam
4 .26" .38" .28"
6 .28" .39" .28.5"
8 .30" .40" .29"
10 .32" . 42" . 29"
12 .34" . 44" .29.5"
14 .36" .45" . 30"

^ None of them come close? Teknic Venoms

Majik · October 29th, 2009, 01:29 PM

One of these may work. I'll check Teknic Venoms out. Thanks alot!

Quote:

Originally Posted by HKr1

Ladies Pant Sizing Pant
Size .Waist .Hip .Inseam
4 .26" .38" .28"
6 .28" .39" .28.5"
8 .30" .40" .29"
10 .32" . 42" . 29"
12 .34" . 44" .29.5"
14 .36" .45" . 30"

^ None of them come close? Teknic Venoms

HKr1 · October 29th, 2009, 01:31 PM

Motorcycle superstore has them on sale 179 I think. The last pair I got the wife was from iron pony.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...nom-Pants.aspx

Tigress · October 29th, 2009, 03:00 PM

You could always try http://www.leatherup.com because their leather pants can be cut. I purchased a couple of vests from them and a pair of chaps for a friend that are pretty heavy duty. The prices are affordable and it seems to be good quality leather.

Majik · October 29th, 2009, 06:16 PM

Thanks Kerry. I'll check both of those places out!

Quote:

Originally Posted by HKr1

Motorcycle superstore has them on sale 179 I think. The last pair I got the wife was from iron pony.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...nom-Pants.aspx

Majik · October 29th, 2009, 06:18 PM

Thanks Belinda. I haven't looked at their website yet, so I will check them out also. Thanks for the info!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tigress

You could always try http://www.leatherup.com because their leather pants can be cut. I purchased a couple of vests from them and a pair of chaps for a friend that are pretty heavy duty. The prices are affordable and it seems to be good quality leather.

vet415 · October 29th, 2009, 06:42 PM

Renee is "height challenged" as well. She got a pair of Fieldsheer Adventure Womens Short pants,

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...ort-Pants.aspx

she loves them.

smcbride11 · October 30th, 2009, 07:07 AM

Check Komodo out as well - I had the same problem where every pant that would fit my waist was 3 or 4" long. Komodo's stock size fit me perfectly (1" or so long when standing so they hang properly in a riding position out of the box - nice and inexpensive, but I was surprised at how well made the pants were.

Greg_E · October 30th, 2009, 08:48 AM

I was just looking at the Hein Gericke site and was extremely disappointed that all the women's leather was fashion first and function last.

I took a look at Komodo and they are pretty much as expensive as all the rest and they certainly will not have an off the rack for her, didn't even have an off the rack that would fit me properly.

BlueRaven · October 30th, 2009, 04:29 PM

I'm 5'0" and wear joe rocket trixie leather pants which are on sale right now at bike bandit for $103.99. I have size M and normally wear size 4-6 pants. there a little big when wearing shorts underneath in the summer but i dont notice it when riding, never got too hot, and perfect with a pair of pants underneath on colder days. I don't find that they are long at all, but they do touch the ground when standing. I love them they are very comfortable and very affordable. here's link for bike bandit if you're interested. http://www.bikebandit.com/joe-rocket...s-trixie-pants

headshrink · October 31st, 2009, 11:17 AM

I'm 5'8"ish and I can't find riding pants that fit. Believe it or not, they are all too long for me too. And I consider myself on the lower end of average size.

The closest I have gotten is the small Scorpion pants... I had to modify them, and they still don't fit (too big). I have thought about even trying ladies' sizes, but I don't have those hips, and it would have to not have a hint of femininity in the design.

Majik · October 31st, 2009, 02:12 PM

Thanks so much EVERYONE!! This is so much help. I'll be checking this all out!

Greg_E · October 31st, 2009, 03:18 PM

I was looking at some Cortech clothes tonight and noticed that the legs on the men's pants were relatively short for the waist size. Same with the sleeves on their jackets. I was just about set to buy an HRX series 2 set and a pair of gloves until I saw that the pants would be about 3 inches too short.

nate-bama · October 31st, 2009, 04:56 PM

I think it's funny that you dudes have women's fashion opinions

Greg_E · October 31st, 2009, 06:47 PM

I like the storm trooper look of this suit, but it is over $1000
http://www.kneedraggers.com/details/...t--640836.html

Majik · October 31st, 2009, 10:19 PM

I just got my new Cortech jacket in the mail today. Now...for the pants. Still looking but I'll find something!

Greg_E · October 31st, 2009, 11:11 PM

Does the jacket have zippers to joint to a set of pants?

Majik · November 3rd, 2009, 08:04 PM

Yes, it does...but all of Cortechs pants are too big. I know that it's FAR better to get matching sets, but because of my budget, I am having to get different pieces. My jacket came from Ebay and I am still looking for pants that won't be a mile too long. I am a real shorty!!!

Snake · November 3rd, 2009, 08:12 PM

Have you tried the trixie pants? It looks like there are several women here that reccomend them.

Majik · November 5th, 2009, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snake

Have you tried the trixie pants? It looks like there are several women here that reccomend them.

Yea, I saw that Rick. I'm doing a search on Ebay and a few other places for some. Thanks alot!!

October 29th, 2009, 11:39 AM	#1
Majik ninjette.org member Name: Connie Location: Eastern Shore, Alabama Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R RED! Posts: 89	Leathers For Shorties......HELP!!! Hi everyone. I am 5'2" and am having a difficult time finding riding pants that will fit properly. I'd like armored jeans or leather pants but all the ones I find are wayyyyy too long. Can someone tell me where to look? Thanks in advance!!! __________________________________________________ Connie

October 29th, 2009, 03:00 PM	#10
Tigress Musical Genius Name: Belinda Location: O'Fallon, MO Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250R Blue AKA "The Kid" 08 Vulcan 900 Classic Blue(for now) AKA "Honey" Posts: 146	You could always try http://www.leatherup.com because their leather pants can be cut. I purchased a couple of vests from them and a pair of chaps for a friend that are pretty heavy duty. The prices are affordable and it seems to be good quality leather. __________________________________________________ ti·gress n. 1. A female tiger. 2. A woman regarded as daring or fierce.

October 30th, 2009, 04:29 PM	#16
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	I'm 5'0" and wear joe rocket trixie leather pants which are on sale right now at bike bandit for $103.99. I have size M and normally wear size 4-6 pants. there a little big when wearing shorts underneath in the summer but i dont notice it when riding, never got too hot, and perfect with a pair of pants underneath on colder days. I don't find that they are long at all, but they do touch the ground when standing. I love them they are very comfortable and very affordable. here's link for bike bandit if you're interested. http://www.bikebandit.com/joe-rocket...s-trixie-pants __________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

October 31st, 2009, 02:12 PM	#18
Majik ninjette.org member Name: Connie Location: Eastern Shore, Alabama Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R RED! Posts: 89	Thanks so much EVERYONE!! This is so much help. I'll be checking this all out! __________________________________________________ Connie

October 31st, 2009, 04:56 PM	#20
nate-bama North Alabama Mtn. ryder Name: Nate Location: Alabama Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Posts: 537	I think it's funny that you dudes have women's fashion opinions __________________________________________________ QTRltrPWR

October 29th, 2009, 11:48 AM	#2
Daeldren two wheel addict Name: Kenneth Location: Simpsonville, SC Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 94 xlh 883, 1984 kawi gpz money pit Posts: 556	Really, I figured girls would have an easier time finding gear. I was looking at getting a Tilt custom suit down the road, they sell 1 and 2 piece custom suits starting at $400.00, that may be an option for you. Other than that you may want to call Draggin Jeans, last time I went up to their store they had a few older pants in smaller sizes that were not listed on their website. http://www.tiltcustoms.com/Home.html

October 29th, 2009, 12:28 PM	#4
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	Bates but they are expensive. AGV will also do custom suits (1 and 2 piece) but I have no idea of the prices. You can't take an off the rack suit and have it adjusted because all of these are pre-bent at the joints for comfortable riding and of course for the armor placement and knee pucks. There are a few other custom places but I can't remember their names. Overall you are probably going to be looking at about $1000 for a 1 piece or 2 piece suit. If two piece make sure it zips together. Also look at Heine Gehrik (spelled wrong, sorry) they may actually have some on the rack suits that will fit, I seem to recall that they had a full range of women's sizes in their gear. Might not be racing suits, but definitely in serious road protection. There's always the least favorite option with Harley, but it is more like casual leather clothing and @ssless chaps that do nothing but protect from bugs. Probably better than nothing but certainly not what you really need, and well they suck for killing off the Buell line of cycles.

October 29th, 2009, 01:13 PM	#6
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	AGV is probably going to be the cheapest and is probably worth the phone call. They may be able to alter and off the rack cheaper than a full custom suit. And for all I know they may even have something that will fit you.

October 29th, 2009, 01:23 PM	#7
HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Ladies Pant Sizing Pant Size .Waist .Hip .Inseam 4 .26" .38" .28" 6 .28" .39" .28.5" 8 .30" .40" .29" 10 .32" . 42" . 29" 12 .34" . 44" .29.5" 14 .36" .45" . 30" ^ None of them come close? Teknic Venoms

October 29th, 2009, 01:31 PM	#9
HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Motorcycle superstore has them on sale 179 I think. The last pair I got the wife was from iron pony. http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...nom-Pants.aspx

October 29th, 2009, 06:42 PM	#13
vet415 ninjette.org member Name: Gene Location: McDonough, Ga Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 YZ250, '06 Katana 600, 06 Ninja 250, '06 YZ250 Posts: 61	Renee is "height challenged" as well. She got a pair of Fieldsheer Adventure Womens Short pants, http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...ort-Pants.aspx she loves them.

October 30th, 2009, 07:07 AM	#14
smcbride11 ninjette.org member Name: Steve Location: Providence, RI Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '95 BMW K75 Posts: 188	Check Komodo out as well - I had the same problem where every pant that would fit my waist was 3 or 4" long. Komodo's stock size fit me perfectly (1" or so long when standing so they hang properly in a riding position out of the box - nice and inexpensive, but I was surprised at how well made the pants were.

October 30th, 2009, 08:48 AM	#15
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	I was just looking at the Hein Gericke site and was extremely disappointed that all the women's leather was fashion first and function last. I took a look at Komodo and they are pretty much as expensive as all the rest and they certainly will not have an off the rack for her, didn't even have an off the rack that would fit me properly.

October 31st, 2009, 11:17 AM	#17
headshrink ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Bob Location: CA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r, '14 CBR500r Posts: A lot.	I'm 5'8"ish and I can't find riding pants that fit. Believe it or not, they are all too long for me too. And I consider myself on the lower end of average size. The closest I have gotten is the small Scorpion pants... I had to modify them, and they still don't fit (too big). I have thought about even trying ladies' sizes, but I don't have those hips, and it would have to not have a hint of femininity in the design.

October 31st, 2009, 03:18 PM	#19
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	I was looking at some Cortech clothes tonight and noticed that the legs on the men's pants were relatively short for the waist size. Same with the sleeves on their jackets. I was just about set to buy an HRX series 2 set and a pair of gloves until I saw that the pants would be about 3 inches too short.

October 31st, 2009, 06:47 PM	#21
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	I like the storm trooper look of this suit, but it is over $1000 http://www.kneedraggers.com/details/...t--640836.html

October 31st, 2009, 10:19 PM	#22
Majik ninjette.org member Name: Connie Location: Eastern Shore, Alabama Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R RED! Posts: 89	I just got my new Cortech jacket in the mail today. Now...for the pants. Still looking but I'll find something! __________________________________________________ Connie

October 31st, 2009, 11:11 PM	#23
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	Does the jacket have zippers to joint to a set of pants?

November 3rd, 2009, 08:04 PM	#24
Majik ninjette.org member Name: Connie Location: Eastern Shore, Alabama Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R RED! Posts: 89	Yes, it does...but all of Cortechs pants are too big. I know that it's FAR better to get matching sets, but because of my budget, I am having to get different pieces. My jacket came from Ebay and I am still looking for pants that won't be a mile too long. I am a real shorty!!! __________________________________________________ Connie

November 3rd, 2009, 08:12 PM	#25
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Have you tried the trixie pants? It looks like there are several women here that reccomend them.

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