Back protectors

Old Lemon · September 15th, 2012, 07:36 PM

So i always see one pieces that have that hump thing in the upper back part of the suit, im assuming that is a back protector. Well i just bought a 2 piece sedici suit and there is no place to add something like that on. I can unzip the mesh part of the inside to an area that is just vacant between the leather and the mesh. But it is so large i dont think i could just add a back pad and have it stay in place.

It does have this foam pad but id hardly call it armor, and there is no zipper for me to get into that area to take it out and replace. There is also no front armor, just some spots of hard foam stuff and leather. So i was thinking i could get something like this

http://www.cyclegear.com/eng/product...est/web1000256

to wear under my jacket.

Any suggestions?

csmith12 · September 15th, 2012, 07:41 PM

No, the hump on the back of race suits is referred to as a "speed hump" and not designed to protect your back. What you need to do is google "back protector insert" for a product that will fit in your suit or get one that is designed to be worn under the suit.

csmith12 · September 15th, 2012, 07:43 PM

I would strongly lean toward a knox if you go for one that is not an insert.

csmith12 · September 15th, 2012, 07:50 PM

I use an Icon Stryker (pic below) Vest under all my suits because there is either no chest armor or crap chest armor in most 1 and 2 piece suits. And as you have found, the foam pad insert in a lot of suits is pretty much a joke. The knox one is pretty comfy too under the suit if the icon is a bit much and they offer a more modular product. You can were just the back, just the front or both.

Icon Stryker

Knox (back and chest)

menikmati · September 15th, 2012, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

No, the hump on the back of race suits is referred to as a "speed hump" and not designed to protect your back. What you need to do is google "back protector insert" for a product that will fit in your suit or get one that is designed to be worn under the suit.

Great advice Chris.

I use an Alpinestars Bio Armor insert in my jacket, a great improvement over the stock foam padding.

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...back-protector

Old Lemon · September 15th, 2012, 08:09 PM

the stryker looks like a solid deal. good reviews and a good price. knox looks good too but its basically the same price since i would want both the back and front armor so it would be around 130 euros (idk how much it is in dollars). so 130 dollars that i can go buy in person sounds good.

and what exactly does the speed hump do?

choneofakind · September 15th, 2012, 09:15 PM

aerodynamics. Cool style.

csmith12 · September 15th, 2012, 09:17 PM

The stunters love them. The serious racers usually get something else.

ninjamunky85 · September 15th, 2012, 09:31 PM

I just checked out a bunch of back protectors and vests yesterday. The Icon looks cool and the price is good. It is only CE 1 rated however.

I also liked the A*'s version.

http://www.ironpony.com/ironponydire...EET%20PRODUCTS

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...ic-2-Vest.aspx

I didn't buy a back protector, got a cold weather jacket instead. I'm waiting to buy this.

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/f...-pro-kevlar-l2

geeker · September 16th, 2012, 01:33 PM

Look at Forcefield.

nealt · September 17th, 2012, 03:18 PM

++1 on Forcefield...saved me broken ribs on a 45mph getoff into a 6ft ditch..

alex.s · September 17th, 2012, 03:26 PM

try it on with the suit and helmet you are going to use, on the bike you are going to use it before you commit to it. (or buy from somewhere with a good return policy) i got a free protector with my suit but it was just slightly too big, really uncomfortable when it comes to actually racing in it but not something you notice when you just try it on without being in a racing position.

nautica · September 17th, 2012, 06:02 PM

Also look into a back protector that isn't a "one and done" type of deal. I picked up a Knox Contour back protector since it's multi-use, really wasn't that expensive and it provides more coverage than forcefield.

mustang5.0 · September 17th, 2012, 06:26 PM

i just toss the icon stryker under my jacket.. CE approved and comfy

Boom King · September 17th, 2012, 07:40 PM

I have the Alpinestars SMX Bionic 2 vest. It has a chest plate, a CE 2 back protector, is lightweight, breathable and with a low profile design, hardly adds any bulk at all under a jacket. One criticism is that there's no coccyx coverage.

DennyV · September 18th, 2012, 08:08 PM

The hump helps with aerodynamics, and protects your neck by preventing your head from touching the asphalt and being ringed forward, I say +1 on a force field ce lvl 2 back and ce lvl1 front, reusable but pricy

nautica · September 21st, 2012, 02:57 AM

Forcefield also just came out with what they call the Race-Lite vest which you could look into. It's a zip on vest with a CE 2 back protector that is thinner and more flexible than the other back protectors they have.

geeker · September 21st, 2012, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nautica

Forcefield also just came out with what they call the Race-Lite vest which you could look into. It's a zip on vest with a CE 2 back protector that is thinner and more flexible than the other back protectors they have.

I just noticed that last week. I'm wondering if I should sell my existing Forcefield protector and buy the new vest. My friend had many injuries spared last week because he was armored head to toe under his one piece. He was still critically injured at the neck, but who wouldn't be in a 60 mph cartwheel?

nautica · September 22nd, 2012, 06:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geeker

I just noticed that last week. I'm wondering if I should sell my existing Forcefield protector and buy the new vest. My friend had many injuries spared last week because he was armored head to toe under his one piece. He was still critically injured at the neck, but who wouldn't be in a 60 mph cartwheel?

My only issue with Forcefield back protectors is that the protection isn't very big. That was my deciding factor in choosing the Knox over the Forcefield.

geeker · September 22nd, 2012, 06:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nautica

My only issue with Forcefield back protectors is that the protection isn't very big. That was my deciding factor in choosing the Knox over the Forcefield.

I've only used the Knox back armor for jackets. Forcefield covers plenty once you try it on. I shopped for protection for a while before I settled on the Pro Sub 4. I was comparing it to stuff available at Cycle Gear. None of the Alpinestars or Dainese felt comfortable to me.

ryan.chin · September 22nd, 2012, 06:21 AM

I just picked up one of these for $80.

http://www.alpinestars.com/shop/cate...onic-jacket-2/

So far, it's ****ing awesome.

nautica · September 22nd, 2012, 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geeker

I've only used the Knox back armor for jackets. Forcefield covers plenty once you try it on. I shopped for protection for a while before I settled on the Pro Sub 4. I was comparing it to stuff available at Cycle Gear. None of the Alpinestars or Dainese felt comfortable to me.

The Contour is a strapped on back protector and it also covers the shoulder blades and a little more coverage on the back. I've never tried the slip in armor as I feel it'd move around in the event of a crash. But to each their own and something is better than nothing.

hirubhaiambani · September 22nd, 2012, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nautica

My only issue with Forcefield back protectors is that the protection isn't very big. That was my deciding factor in choosing the Knox over the Forcefield.

I prefer Knox for this same reason.

Minikin_Jo · September 22nd, 2012, 02:01 PM

I was also going to suggest the Stryker vest. Greg has one and his is sized small. I'm sure he'll let you try it on. Should've asked when you were over lol

ninjamunky85 · October 2nd, 2012, 01:02 PM

I just checked out this company after seeing one of their chest protectors in a magazine. Looks like some pretty serious gear, and worn by quite a few racers. Definitely worth checking out.

http://impactarmor.com/

Troy Corser credits his chest armor for saving his life after his BMW landed on top of him in a crash. Ouch!

http://www.gaskrank.tv/tv/wsbk/sbk-2...-bmw-12982.htm

September 15th, 2012, 07:36 PM	#1
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Back protectors So i always see one pieces that have that hump thing in the upper back part of the suit, im assuming that is a back protector. Well i just bought a 2 piece sedici suit and there is no place to add something like that on. I can unzip the mesh part of the inside to an area that is just vacant between the leather and the mesh. But it is so large i dont think i could just add a back pad and have it stay in place. It does have this foam pad but id hardly call it armor, and there is no zipper for me to get into that area to take it out and replace. There is also no front armor, just some spots of hard foam stuff and leather. So i was thinking i could get something like this http://www.cyclegear.com/eng/product...est/web1000256 to wear under my jacket. Any suggestions?

September 15th, 2012, 07:41 PM	#2
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	No, the hump on the back of race suits is referred to as a "speed hump" and not designed to protect your back. What you need to do is google "back protector insert" for a product that will fit in your suit or get one that is designed to be worn under the suit. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

September 15th, 2012, 07:43 PM	#3
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	I would strongly lean toward a knox if you go for one that is not an insert. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

September 15th, 2012, 07:50 PM	#4
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	I use an Icon Stryker (pic below) Vest under all my suits because there is either no chest armor or crap chest armor in most 1 and 2 piece suits. And as you have found, the foam pad insert in a lot of suits is pretty much a joke. The knox one is pretty comfy too under the suit if the icon is a bit much and they offer a more modular product. You can were just the back, just the front or both. Icon Stryker Knox (back and chest) __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

September 15th, 2012, 09:17 PM	#8
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	The stunters love them. The serious racers usually get something else. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

September 15th, 2012, 08:09 PM	#6
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	the stryker looks like a solid deal. good reviews and a good price. knox looks good too but its basically the same price since i would want both the back and front armor so it would be around 130 euros (idk how much it is in dollars). so 130 dollars that i can go buy in person sounds good. and what exactly does the speed hump do?

September 15th, 2012, 09:15 PM	#7
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	aerodynamics. Cool style.

September 15th, 2012, 09:31 PM	#9
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	I just checked out a bunch of back protectors and vests yesterday. The Icon looks cool and the price is good. It is only CE 1 rated however. I also liked the A's version. http://www.ironpony.com/ironponydire...EET%20PRODUCTS http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...ic-2-Vest.aspx I didn't buy a back protector, got a cold weather jacket instead. I'm waiting to buy this. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/f...-pro-kevlar-l2 __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!*

September 16th, 2012, 01:33 PM	#10
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	Look at Forcefield.

September 17th, 2012, 03:18 PM	#11
nealt ninjette.org member Name: Neal Location: Toronto, Ontario Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250 Posts: 56	++1 on Forcefield...saved me broken ribs on a 45mph getoff into a 6ft ditch..

September 17th, 2012, 03:26 PM	#12
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	try it on with the suit and helmet you are going to use, on the bike you are going to use it before you commit to it. (or buy from somewhere with a good return policy) i got a free protector with my suit but it was just slightly too big, really uncomfortable when it comes to actually racing in it but not something you notice when you just try it on without being in a racing position. __________________________________________________

September 17th, 2012, 06:02 PM	#13
nautica Gixxer Powered Name: Brett Location: OH Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 GSXR 600 Posts: 397	Also look into a back protector that isn't a "one and done" type of deal. I picked up a Knox Contour back protector since it's multi-use, really wasn't that expensive and it provides more coverage than forcefield.

September 17th, 2012, 06:26 PM	#14
mustang5.0 ninjette.org guru Name: E Location: 818 but i rep 516/631/718 Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 GIXXER 600 Posts: 381	i just toss the icon stryker under my jacket.. CE approved and comfy __________________________________________________ "You see it's not the blood you spill that gets you what you want. It's the blood you share, your family, your friendships, your community. These are the most valuable things a man could have."

September 17th, 2012, 07:40 PM	#15
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.	I have the Alpinestars SMX Bionic 2 vest. It has a chest plate, a CE 2 back protector, is lightweight, breathable and with a low profile design, hardly adds any bulk at all under a jacket. One criticism is that there's no coccyx coverage.

September 18th, 2012, 08:08 PM	#16
DennyV ninjette.org member Name: Dennis Location: Maryland Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 Posts: 212	The hump helps with aerodynamics, and protects your neck by preventing your head from touching the asphalt and being ringed forward, I say +1 on a force field ce lvl 2 back and ce lvl1 front, reusable but pricy

September 21st, 2012, 02:57 AM	#17
nautica Gixxer Powered Name: Brett Location: OH Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 GSXR 600 Posts: 397	Forcefield also just came out with what they call the Race-Lite vest which you could look into. It's a zip on vest with a CE 2 back protector that is thinner and more flexible than the other back protectors they have.

September 22nd, 2012, 06:21 AM	#21
ryan.chin ninjette.org sage Name: Ryan Location: Columbia, MD Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 R6 Posts: 605	I just picked up one of these for $80. http://www.alpinestars.com/shop/cate...onic-jacket-2/ So far, it's **ing awesome. __________________________________________________ I UPGRADED** to a YZF-R6 Mods: Shermoto LF7 Levers / Proton Flushmounts / Puig Smoked DB / Woodcraft Sliders / Tech Spec C3 Tank Grips / Rizoma Grips / Jardine

September 22nd, 2012, 02:01 PM	#24
Minikin_Jo ninjette.org sage Name: Jo Location: Howard County, MD Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 528	I was also going to suggest the Stryker vest. Greg has one and his is sized small. I'm sure he'll let you try it on. Should've asked when you were over lol __________________________________________________ I'm not short, I'm concentrated AWESOME!

October 2nd, 2012, 01:02 PM	#25
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	I just checked out this company after seeing one of their chest protectors in a magazine. Looks like some pretty serious gear, and worn by quite a few racers. Definitely worth checking out. http://impactarmor.com/ Troy Corser credits his chest armor for saving his life after his BMW landed on top of him in a crash. Ouch! http://www.gaskrank.tv/tv/wsbk/sbk-2...-bmw-12982.htm __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!

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