Dainese Air Flux or Rev'it Airwave??

sonorcal · May 21st, 2012, 07:28 AM

Hello Everyone,

I'm looking to buy a Summer Mesh jacket for the hot SoCal summers. I've narrowed it down to either a Dainese AirFlux or a Rev'it Airwave. Anyone have any experience/opinions or suggestions?

Looking to pull the trigger this week. I'll post pictures/links when i get home from work

PS. if anyone is ever around orange county, make an effort to check out the Dainese D-Store in Costa Mesa. They had some CRAZY sale items (50-60% off). Would have picked up a jacket, but i can't fit anything below a 50.

Kristofferzero · May 21st, 2012, 08:44 PM

Well I own the Dainese Air Frame and crashed in it. The jacket feels like you're only wearing a t shirt with the liner out at times and the crash (30 MPH) only left a small tear on the chest.

The Flux and Frame seem pretty similar but the drawback is they don't come with back protection. I bought the SAS-TEC back protector and cut it to fit.

I'm sorry I can't say anything about the Revit jacket. But really, I don't think either would be a bad choice and they're both pretty similar. The Revit jacket offers more protection right away though so I'd go with the Revit one; plus I think most Revit jackets can fit the SAS-TEC without having to trim to fit.

Boomstick1491 · May 31st, 2012, 07:09 PM

I own the Rev'It Airwave pants and a Dainese Shotgun, though I seriously considered the Air Flux. The pants flow air, but I generally wear them as over pants, which means my legs are still pretty warm in the summer heat we've been having recently. Without pants underneath, they are great. I suspect the jacket is the same. Obviously Rev'It is great stuff, but I am not wild about the styling of their jackets, which is why I don't own one. I think they look nice, but I am never thrilled with their color swatches.

As for the Dainese, I bought the Shotgun after going back and forth about the Air Flux for a week with RevZilla CS. It ultimately came down to wanting a slightly higher degree of protection, though in the 97 degree heat we had the other day, I was wishing I had the Air Flux, since that thing is about the lightest jacket I have ever touched/seen. I'd honestly recommend that if you're looking for absolute max air flow, but the Airwave might be a good choice if you're looking for more protection. If you want more protection than the Air Flux and like Dainese, get the Shotgun. I love the look of my red one.

geeker · June 3rd, 2012, 06:44 PM

I just ordered the Airwave jacket and pants from RevZilla on Friday. I'll be sure to come back to this thread after I get it. I also ordered the Knox back protector to go with it. I have a Forcefield Pro Sub 4 back protector as well. I am anxious to test them out.

sonorcal · June 4th, 2012, 08:28 AM

Thanks for the responses guys.

I actually pulled the trigger on the Airwave also. I went to try on the Dainese Air Flux at a local cycle gear, and it really seems that Dainese skimped on a lot of features. After watching the review of the airwave on revzilla, I decided to go for it. It should be here soon

Boomstick1491 · June 4th, 2012, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sonorcal

Thanks for the responses guys.

I actually pulled the trigger on the Airwave also. I went to try on the Dainese Air Flux at a local cycle gear, and it really seems that Dainese skimped on a lot of features. After watching the review of the airwave on revzilla, I decided to go for it. It should be here soon

Nice dude. Rev'It stuff is top notch, though I have to hand it to Dainese on styling. That's just me though. You'll definitely enjoy the jacket when it arrives. Stay cool!!!

sonorcal · June 11th, 2012, 10:13 AM

My Rev'it Airwave just came in. The build quality is really really outstanding. Compared to the Dianese Air Flux, I am certain i made the correct choice.

The only gripe I have with the jacket is the neck is a very snug fit. Its pretty tough to get the button to close (I got a size medium. I am 5'7", 165lbs, 15.5" neck). Other than that, i am a happy camper! Now all I need is bike

Kristofferzero · June 11th, 2012, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sonorcal

My Rev'it Airwave just came in. The build quality is really really outstanding. Compared to the Dianese Air Flux, I am certain i made the correct choice.

The only gripe I have with the jacket is the neck is a very snug fit. Its pretty tough to get the button to close (I got a size medium. I am 5'7", 165lbs, 15.5" neck). Other than that, i am a happy camper! Now all I need is bike

Nice one man. Hope you get a bike soon!

May 21st, 2012, 07:28 AM	#1
sonorcal ninjette.org member Name: Mark Location: Irvine, CA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): none yet Posts: 15	Dainese Air Flux or Rev'it Airwave?? Hello Everyone, I'm looking to buy a Summer Mesh jacket for the hot SoCal summers. I've narrowed it down to either a Dainese AirFlux or a Rev'it Airwave. Anyone have any experience/opinions or suggestions? Looking to pull the trigger this week. I'll post pictures/links when i get home from work PS. if anyone is ever around orange county, make an effort to check out the Dainese D-Store in Costa Mesa. They had some CRAZY sale items (50-60% off). Would have picked up a jacket, but i can't fit anything below a 50.

June 3rd, 2012, 06:44 PM	#4
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	I just ordered the Airwave jacket and pants from RevZilla on Friday. I'll be sure to come back to this thread after I get it. I also ordered the Knox back protector to go with it. I have a Forcefield Pro Sub 4 back protector as well. I am anxious to test them out. Last futzed with by geeker; June 4th, 2012 at 01:40 AM. Reason: Proofread

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May 21st, 2012, 08:44 PM	#2
Kristofferzero ninjette.org member Name: Kristoffer Location: San Jose Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 110	Well I own the Dainese Air Frame and crashed in it. The jacket feels like you're only wearing a t shirt with the liner out at times and the crash (30 MPH) only left a small tear on the chest. The Flux and Frame seem pretty similar but the drawback is they don't come with back protection. I bought the SAS-TEC back protector and cut it to fit. I'm sorry I can't say anything about the Revit jacket. But really, I don't think either would be a bad choice and they're both pretty similar. The Revit jacket offers more protection right away though so I'd go with the Revit one; plus I think most Revit jackets can fit the SAS-TEC without having to trim to fit.

May 31st, 2012, 07:09 PM	#3
Boomstick1491 ninjette.org member Name: Carlos Spicy Wiener Location: Your Mom's House Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): Too many Posts: 119	I own the Rev'It Airwave pants and a Dainese Shotgun, though I seriously considered the Air Flux. The pants flow air, but I generally wear them as over pants, which means my legs are still pretty warm in the summer heat we've been having recently. Without pants underneath, they are great. I suspect the jacket is the same. Obviously Rev'It is great stuff, but I am not wild about the styling of their jackets, which is why I don't own one. I think they look nice, but I am never thrilled with their color swatches. As for the Dainese, I bought the Shotgun after going back and forth about the Air Flux for a week with RevZilla CS. It ultimately came down to wanting a slightly higher degree of protection, though in the 97 degree heat we had the other day, I was wishing I had the Air Flux, since that thing is about the lightest jacket I have ever touched/seen. I'd honestly recommend that if you're looking for absolute max air flow, but the Airwave might be a good choice if you're looking for more protection. If you want more protection than the Air Flux and like Dainese, get the Shotgun. I love the look of my red one.

June 4th, 2012, 08:28 AM	#5
sonorcal ninjette.org member Name: Mark Location: Irvine, CA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): none yet Posts: 15	Thanks for the responses guys. I actually pulled the trigger on the Airwave also. I went to try on the Dainese Air Flux at a local cycle gear, and it really seems that Dainese skimped on a lot of features. After watching the review of the airwave on revzilla, I decided to go for it. It should be here soon

June 11th, 2012, 10:13 AM	#7
sonorcal ninjette.org member Name: Mark Location: Irvine, CA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): none yet Posts: 15	My Rev'it Airwave just came in. The build quality is really really outstanding. Compared to the Dianese Air Flux, I am certain i made the correct choice. The only gripe I have with the jacket is the neck is a very snug fit. Its pretty tough to get the button to close (I got a size medium. I am 5'7", 165lbs, 15.5" neck). Other than that, i am a happy camper! Now all I need is bike