How goofy do I look in this?

killar · May 12th, 2011, 03:37 PM

I bought some gear at Amazon and screwed up. I now have motocross pants.

They fit great and have excellent airflow but I wonder how odd I look. So if you saw me on the road wearing this setup, how hard would you point and laugh?

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kkim · May 12th, 2011, 03:42 PM

looks fine to me.

the problem I'd have is the lack of proper armor for the street. are you going to wear something for armor under it?

bluepoof · May 12th, 2011, 03:44 PM

I wouldn't point and laugh -- honestly, I would be too busy drooling on your white Ninjette to even notice you.

But I would be concerned about abrasion protection from motocross pants going freeway speeds. I mean, I suppose they're no worse than jeans, but I'd still spring for a pair of streetbike pants.

addy126 · May 12th, 2011, 04:03 PM

I think it looks fine.... but do excuse me if I smile when I pass by you in Dallas...

BTW... a Puig screen that I have up for sale would look fine on that white bike.... smoked and good as new.... $ 40.00 no shipping as you are local...just meet up and I'll pass it on to you. Think about it.. a nice smoked Puig Racing Screen... oh yes baby!

killar · May 12th, 2011, 04:11 PM

Well, it has pockets inside for kneepads and pads for the upper hip area so I plan to put some good ones in there.

As far as abrasion protection goes, I'm not exactly sure how it would handle a fall, but these pants are MUCH thicker than the jeans I normally wear so I figure it's gotta at least be an upgrade.

Boom King · May 12th, 2011, 04:21 PM

Not as goofy as this squid I saw the other day riding in shorts. Seriously though, I wouldn't even think they were motocross pants unless you pointed that out in your post. They're fine.

Green Streak · May 12th, 2011, 04:33 PM

Yea, they look fine. I would not have noticed they were motocross pants either. They do look a little baggy in the knee so I would be concerned that the pads might move around. If they do, you might want to get knee protection that straps to your legs and wear them under the pants. So that way they will be where you need them in the event you do need them.

CC Cowboy · May 12th, 2011, 04:39 PM

Sorry, can't post, laughing to hard!!!!!!!!

killar · May 12th, 2011, 06:29 PM

lol Okay I guess they will do with nice pair of knee pads. Thanks guys.

slolane · May 12th, 2011, 06:59 PM

Looks good

I would second going with the knee/shin guards under those.

kaiserz · May 12th, 2011, 09:07 PM

looks nice man.

ricochet08 · May 12th, 2011, 09:26 PM

i think it's baller. Sport that deal!

Yasko · May 12th, 2011, 09:26 PM

pilot815 · May 12th, 2011, 10:13 PM

They look fine. However since it is protective gear it doesnt matter how good you look if you go down.

I primarily do dual sport riding, and i ride with mesh street gear because of the padding and abrasion resistance i get for the street parts of my riding. Motocross gear is usually cheaper and good for what it does, but when you go down in dirt, its a bit softer then sliding across asphalt. My .02.

MrBrownTX · May 13th, 2011, 12:41 PM

I have actually been thinking about ordering those same pants off Amazon. Glad to see they arent worthless crap! I am going to order two sizes bigger so I can pull them over my work pants.

rockNroll · May 13th, 2011, 01:47 PM

You look goofy

bdavison · May 13th, 2011, 02:12 PM

Actually they dont look half bad...matches the bike and your jacket. Now i probably would giggle if i saw you walking through the mall wearing them...but they look fine for riding.

killar · May 13th, 2011, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrBrownTX

I have actually been thinking about ordering those same pants off Amazon. Glad to see they arent worthless crap! I am going to order two sizes bigger so I can pull them over my work pants.

Oh I should warn you. I bought these two sizes bigger like the comments recommended and I don't think I could get them over pants that well. Maybe three sizes larger would work.

Also I added the pockets for pads they don't come with them. Aside from that, all is good.

killar · May 13th, 2011, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdavison

Actually they dont look half bad...matches the bike and your jacket. Now i probably would giggle if i saw you walking through the mall wearing them...but they look fine for riding.

Actually I went to Walmart in this setup and got plenty of weird looks, kids would point at me like 'Hey mom look!'. Not sure how I feel about that

tapdiggy · May 13th, 2011, 03:13 PM

Nice clothes.

Xoulrath · May 13th, 2011, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by killar

'Hey mom look!'. Not sure how I feel about that

How would you feel about skin-grafts? The only thing wrong with those pants is, as already pointed out, the lack of abrasion protection (assuming you get knee/shin guards and wear them).

I am sure people laugh at me all day long when I am on my wife's bike (and I'm sure mine as well). I couldn't care less, because if I do take a spill, I am protected far better for it.

Snake · May 13th, 2011, 08:28 PM

Looks good and matches the bike.

CZroe · May 14th, 2011, 06:53 PM

There's a pic of me floating around where I am wearing my tires home on the bike. Now THAT'S "goofy."

Mr.E · May 14th, 2011, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

There's a pic of me floating around where I am wearing my tires home on the bike. Now THAT'S "goofy."

Ahh. Trying out the new gear from goodyear tires I see. Lol

Sound Wave · May 17th, 2011, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by killar

Actually I went to Walmart in this setup and got plenty of weird looks, kids would point at me like 'Hey mom look!'. Not sure how I feel about that

it is a bit flashy. when you are riding then it matches your bike and looks fine. but yeah, once you separate yourself from the bike (ie go shopping at the mall), it would stand out a lot more.

i am starting to go more towards the low-key gear lately. then again, i am getting old.

about the kid.... he/she probably thought it looked cool.

setasai · May 17th, 2011, 09:18 AM

If you didnt mention the fact that they're motocross pants... I wouldnt have even noticed. My first impression was "sweet outfit" and then "hmmm you look pretty buff on that tiny ninja".

almost40 · May 17th, 2011, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xoulrath

How would you feel about skin-grafts? The only thing wrong with those pants is, as already pointed out, the lack of abrasion protection (assuming you get knee/shin guards and wear them).

I am sure people laugh at me all day long when I am on my wife's bike (and I'm sure mine as well). I couldn't care less, because if I do take a spill, I am protected far better for it.

+1 could care less what the guy or gal in the car next to me thinks.
I have been down on the track at highway speeds and I got up and walked away. No worse for the wear.
BTW I wear motocross boots

muzkur · May 17th, 2011, 10:07 AM

Looks 2 size bigger.

eddiekay · May 17th, 2011, 10:11 AM

I'd say somewhere between Evel Knievel and Elvis and the Power Rangers...all giants in their time.

bluepoof · May 17th, 2011, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by killar

Actually I went to Walmart in this setup and got plenty of weird looks, kids would point at me like 'Hey mom look!'. Not sure how I feel about that

Honestly, they probably weren't looking at the pants. Little kids point and comment on motorcyclists in general. It's generally a positive thing.

rusninja · May 23rd, 2011, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by killar

Actually I went to Walmart in this setup and got plenty of weird looks, kids would point at me like 'Hey mom look!'. Not sure how I feel about that

i think they ment hey mom power ranger! :Pmotorcycle suits make us look like power rangers

ScorpionNinja · May 24th, 2011, 04:56 PM

You look goofy!

May 12th, 2011, 03:37 PM	#1
killar ninjette.org newbie Name: Justin Location: Dallas Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250 SE Posts: 7	How goofy do I look in this? I bought some gear at Amazon and screwed up. I now have motocross pants. They fit great and have excellent airflow but I wonder how odd I look. So if you saw me on the road wearing this setup, how hard would you point and laugh? Uploaded with ImageShack.us Uploaded with ImageShack.us

May 12th, 2011, 03:44 PM	#3
bluepoof ninjette.org sage Name: Carolyn Location: San Carlos, CA Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250, 2002 Yamaha XT225 Posts: 597	I wouldn't point and laugh -- honestly, I would be too busy drooling on your white Ninjette to even notice you. But I would be concerned about abrasion protection from motocross pants going freeway speeds. I mean, I suppose they're no worse than jeans, but I'd still spring for a pair of streetbike pants. __________________________________________________ www.bluepoof.com

May 12th, 2011, 04:33 PM	#7
Green Streak Ninjette Owner Name: Rick Location: Aiken County, SC Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE, a puddle of Ninja ZX6 Posts: 520	Yea, they look fine. I would not have noticed they were motocross pants either. They do look a little baggy in the knee so I would be concerned that the pads might move around. If they do, you might want to get knee protection that straps to your legs and wear them under the pants. So that way they will be where you need them in the event you do need them. __________________________________________________

May 12th, 2011, 04:39 PM	#8
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Sorry, can't post, laughing to hard!!!!!!!! __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

May 13th, 2011, 01:47 PM	#16
rockNroll . Name: rock Location: greenville, south carolina Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): black Posts: A lot.	You look goofy __________________________________________________ Always get a second opinion because most of these people are makin' this stuff up

May 12th, 2011, 03:42 PM	#2
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	looks fine to me. the problem I'd have is the lack of proper armor for the street. are you going to wear something for armor under it?

May 12th, 2011, 04:03 PM	#4
addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	I think it looks fine.... but do excuse me if I smile when I pass by you in Dallas... BTW... a Puig screen that I have up for sale would look fine on that white bike.... smoked and good as new.... $ 40.00 no shipping as you are local...just meet up and I'll pass it on to you. Think about it.. a nice smoked Puig Racing Screen... oh yes baby!

May 12th, 2011, 04:11 PM	#5
killar ninjette.org newbie Name: Justin Location: Dallas Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250 SE Posts: 7	Well, it has pockets inside for kneepads and pads for the upper hip area so I plan to put some good ones in there. As far as abrasion protection goes, I'm not exactly sure how it would handle a fall, but these pants are MUCH thicker than the jeans I normally wear so I figure it's gotta at least be an upgrade.

May 12th, 2011, 04:21 PM	#6
Boom King So, where's the reverse? Name: Anson Location: Ontario, Canada Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Not as goofy as this squid I saw the other day riding in shorts. Seriously though, I wouldn't even think they were motocross pants unless you pointed that out in your post. They're fine.

May 12th, 2011, 06:29 PM	#9
killar ninjette.org newbie Name: Justin Location: Dallas Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250 SE Posts: 7	lol Okay I guess they will do with nice pair of knee pads. Thanks guys.

May 12th, 2011, 06:59 PM	#10
slolane Motorcyclist Name: James Location: Maryland Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: A lot.	Looks good I would second going with the knee/shin guards under those.

May 12th, 2011, 09:07 PM	#11
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	looks nice man.

May 12th, 2011, 09:26 PM	#12
ricochet08 ninjette.org guru Name: Ross Location: St. Louis Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 ninja ex500, 2010 Ninja 250r, 2004 zzr600, 2003 CBR600rr, 2013 Ninja 300...in that order :D Posts: 266	i think it's baller. Sport that deal!

May 12th, 2011, 09:26 PM	#13
Yasko Texas Newbie Name: John Location: D/FW Texas Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 07 Ninja EX250, 07 FZ6 Posts: A lot.

May 12th, 2011, 10:13 PM	#14
pilot815 ninjette.org member Name: Cory Location: South Texas Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): Mine: 09 KLR650 Wife: 05 Ninja 250 Posts: 33	They look fine. However since it is protective gear it doesnt matter how good you look if you go down. I primarily do dual sport riding, and i ride with mesh street gear because of the padding and abrasion resistance i get for the street parts of my riding. Motocross gear is usually cheaper and good for what it does, but when you go down in dirt, its a bit softer then sliding across asphalt. My .02.

May 13th, 2011, 12:41 PM	#15
MrBrownTX ninjette.org member Name: Brown Location: Caddo Mills, TX Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1995 Ninja EX250 Posts: 65	I have actually been thinking about ordering those same pants off Amazon. Glad to see they arent worthless crap! I am going to order two sizes bigger so I can pull them over my work pants.

May 13th, 2011, 02:12 PM	#17
bdavison Wartown, USA Name: Bryan Location: Warner Robins, GA Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE, 2007 Ninja 650R, and assorted other bikes Posts: A lot.	Actually they dont look half bad...matches the bike and your jacket. Now i probably would giggle if i saw you walking through the mall wearing them...but they look fine for riding.

May 13th, 2011, 03:13 PM	#20
tapdiggy Humble Observer Name: Truong Location: Augusta, Maine Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Yamaha XT250 Posts: 612	Nice clothes. __________________________________________________ Everything I post is "IN MY HONEST OPINION". Why is "Parking Lot Enduro" not a thing?

May 13th, 2011, 08:28 PM	#22
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	Looks good and matches the bike.

May 14th, 2011, 06:53 PM	#23
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	There's a pic of me floating around where I am wearing my tires home on the bike. Now THAT'S "goofy."

May 17th, 2011, 09:18 AM	#26
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	If you didnt mention the fact that they're motocross pants... I wouldnt have even noticed. My first impression was "sweet outfit" and then "hmmm you look pretty buff on that tiny ninja".

May 17th, 2011, 10:07 AM	#28
muzkur ninjette.org member Name: Fred Location: Brazil Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 10' Ninja 250R Posts: 164	Looks 2 size bigger. __________________________________________________

May 17th, 2011, 10:11 AM	#29
eddiekay ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: eddie Location: Lawnguylind Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 300, WeeStrom Posts: A lot.	I'd say somewhere between Evel Knievel and Elvis and the Power Rangers...all giants in their time.

May 24th, 2011, 04:56 PM	#32
ScorpionNinja ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Dave Location: Michigan Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 650RTE & 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	You look goofy!

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