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Old August 11th, 2016, 03:35 PM   #41
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Old August 11th, 2016, 03:39 PM   #42
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Old August 11th, 2016, 03:46 PM   #43
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Old August 11th, 2016, 03:51 PM   #44
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Looks like it fits pretty good. How does it feel while sitting on the bike in close to your riding position?
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Old August 11th, 2016, 04:39 PM   #45
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Nice! I love white leather.
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Old August 11th, 2016, 06:13 PM   #46
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So if you return either one, would you be getting your cash back or will it be counted as your store credit?
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Old August 12th, 2016, 05:14 AM   #47
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Looks like it fits pretty good. How does it feel while sitting on the bike in close to your riding position?
nope, the bike is at the dealer getting a rebuild on the engine. they say spun rod bearing, i say bullshit, broken rod bolt lol. i did try to imitate my riding position. the jacket isnt stiff, feels like its already broken in. i tell you what, it doesnt feel heavy, sort of on the cheap side, like a regular leather jacket you would buy from Burlington Coat Factory. Guess its the 1.1mm leather, seems thin. i tried on 2 jackets that were super stiff and felt like they would protect me in a get off more than this one, Dainese zen evo, which fit me tight, was also a sz54, but it tapers more towards the waist. tried on astars gp plus r, which was also stiff. i don't think the armor is as good in the astars jackets though.the dainese just felt solid, like i was ready for a crash lol
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So if you return either one, would you be getting your cash back or will it be counted as your store credit?
credited back to original payment. only need to pay returm shipping which is like $8.

after some more research, i think i should have just went with a long sleeve kevlar and body armor. would protect me just as much as leather, and probably cooler in Florida
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Old August 12th, 2016, 06:16 AM   #48
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Old August 12th, 2016, 06:24 AM   #49
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tnx. it is sweet, just feels a little on the light side to me. i guess i was expecting it to be a tad heavier and stiffer(good that its not though) like the other 2 i tried on. i guess that .2mm leather does make a significant difference. ill compare it to the scorpion when it comes later, that one is thicker 1.2mm-1.4mm and has sas-tec armor
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Old August 12th, 2016, 08:33 AM   #51
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Not sure what's meant by "long sleeve kevlar and body armor."

This was covered in detail in the "alternatives to jackets" thread. You're most likely to hit your elbows, forearms, shoulders and back. If you get armor that covers all of that you're basically wearing a jacket anyway.




Been shown over and over that leather is THE choice for abrasion resistance.

Kevlar:


Leather:

Link to original page on YouTube.

MotoGP riders have access to essentially unlimited funds (at least from our point of view) when it comes to protective gear. They wear kangaroo leather suits. Not that the conditions on the street are anything like those at an FIM-approved track... the point is that if alternatives were better, they'd be showing up at the track. They aren't. Take that for what it's worth.

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Old August 12th, 2016, 08:37 AM   #52
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I wouldn't be concerned with a difference of .2mm thickness in leather. I'd be more concerned about the quality of the stitching and how it fits. Armor is a concern too.

I've high sided in my Bilt TrackStar suit with 1.1-1.2 mm leather and it held up just fine. The only real lacking thing from that suit is shin guards.

Point is, the thinner leather will do just fine, provided the seams and armor are quality.
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Old August 12th, 2016, 11:34 AM   #53
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long sleeve kevlar is, well, long sleeve kevlar
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/s...ble-knit-shirt
or the darggin jeans one, or any of the other brands

body armor=armored jackets and such
http://www.revzilla.com/armored-jackets
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I wouldn't be concerned with a difference of .2mm thickness in leather. I'd be more concerned about the quality of the stitching and how it fits. Armor is a concern too.

I've high sided in my Bilt TrackStar suit with 1.1-1.2 mm leather and it held up just fine. The only real lacking thing from that suit is shin guards.

Point is, the thinner leather will do just fine, provided the seams and armor are quality.
you are probably right, that the leather thickness of. 2mm shouldnt be of any concern. im going to compare fit and stitching. will report back
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Old August 12th, 2016, 01:53 PM   #54
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the scorpion is in, it is a little heavier, and firmer, as expected. i cant tell any difference in leather quality, or stitching as of yet. scorpion is a little tighter around my biceps and wrists, not really a major problem. i think the astars is a little longer in the back, which is good for me at 6'0. scorpion has a higher neck, more noticeable in the back.

appearance wise, im kinda leaning towards the astars, more laid back, classier looking than scorpion. scorpion is a little more aggressive and looks storm-trooperish lol
anyone agree?
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another question. how much better is the sas-tec armor vs the astars bio-armor? pretty sure sas-tec is rated ce2
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I like the A* better... The scorpion looks like a storm trooper haha...
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Old August 12th, 2016, 02:05 PM   #56
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The scorpion looks like a storm trooper haha...
it even has an "S"on the top of the back and on the sides of the shoulders
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it even has an "S"on the top of the back and on the sides of the shoulders
I like scorpion gear and the a is sweet! My favorite helmet is my scorpion, thing fits like a uh; well like a helmet naturally
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Old August 12th, 2016, 02:23 PM   #58
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Do either of them have a zipper at the waist to attach to pants? One of the things I love about my Dainese, I can connect it to my Kevlar jeans with the belt attachment so it doesn't ride up.
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Do either of them have a zipper at the waist to attach to pants? One of the things I love about my Dainese, I can connect it to my Kevlar jeans with the belt attachment so it doesn't ride up.
yes, they both have full circumference pant attachment zipper.

which kevlar jeans are you using?


edit: just weighed myself with both jackets on, surprisingly they are both exactly 5lbs
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what are you guys using for moisture wicking long sleeve shirts? to moisture wick your dome piece? lol
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