March 24th, 2015, 06:50 AM | #1 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Kevlar Armored Hoodies
Looking for input from anyone with experience with these. I'm looking at a hoodie with cotton exterior, full kevlar interior lining, and CE certified elbow, shoulder, and back armor. My intent is to use this for short runs <10 miles with speeds up to 50mph. I've recently added kevlar jeans and I'm looking to add a light upper option for when I want to ride in light gear.
To the well intentioned folks who would advise against anything less than full textile/leather gear, please reserve your input on this thread. I recognize the protection trade off and MAY be willing to accept it depending on just how much protection I'm giving up. I'm just trying to gather input on this particular piece of gear from those who have used them. Something like this: http://www.bikersgearuk.com/fully-ke...pproved-armour |
|
March 24th, 2015, 06:59 AM | #2 |
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
|
It sounds like you've already made up your mind. I certainly wouldn't want to go down at 50mph wearing one.
__________________________________________________
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"!!! |
1 out of 1 members found this post helpful. |
March 24th, 2015, 07:03 AM | #3 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Fish
Location: co
Join Date: Apr 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250/300 Posts: A lot.
|
Go on 600rr.net or any other street bike form. You may find a lot more ppl who have used them. But looking at it I can see it getting pulled up really easy and then really how good is it if its not on you as your sliding on the ground.
__________________________________________________
Hey Unregistered never go faster than your brakes can be applied... |
1 out of 1 members found this post helpful. |
March 24th, 2015, 07:07 AM | #4 |
Cat herder
Name: Gort
Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location
Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 6
MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13
|
I'm not going to try to talk you out of your fashion choice. But I will ask you to examine that choice objectively and decide for yourself.
There is just one pertinent question you must ask: If you go down, will the armor (and for that matter, the hoodie itself) stay where it's supposed to, or will it flop around all over the place and be unable to protect you? Riding gear fits snug for a reason. Jackets and pants zip together for a reason. Think through what happens when you hit the pavement: 1) There is impact. Assuming you lowside and don't hit an obstacle (e.g. curb, tree), then the actual force of the impact isn't all that great, but it's enough that you really do want armor to prevent bruising, etc.. Of course, if you highside it's a different deal. 2) There is sliding and abrasion. How much depends on how fast you're going and the surface you hit. No matter what, though, the surface along which you are sliding will grab the fabric of your clothing. You, however, will tend to keep moving. Therefore.... loose-fitting clothing will tend to get yanked all over the place. Slide on your back feet first in a hoodie and it'll probably slide right up your back. Hit your elbow and the sleeve will twist right around. Etc.... No direct experience with this kind of garment because I won't ride in one... just my $0.02 based on common sense. IMHO these things are more to make you feel good than to actually protect you. There's a demand from people who don't want to look like they're wearing riding gear, so of course the manufacturers will respond. Doesn't mean it's good gear. So, to answer your central question, which is "how much protection am I giving up?" I'd say "most of it."
__________________________________________________
I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem. |
1 out of 1 members found this post helpful. |
March 24th, 2015, 07:29 AM | #5 | ||
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Jason
Location: Monroe, MI
Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): '75 CB550:.'82 XV920:.'00 KLR650:.'00 EX250:.'08 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - June '15
|
Quote:
that's all it really is Quote:
__________________________________________________
'82 XV920: Soon to be tracker--'00 KLR685:adv --'04 DRZ400E--'12 Super Tenere --'13 Versys Ride more, worry less. |
||
1 out of 1 members found this post helpful. |
March 24th, 2015, 07:35 AM | #6 |
Track Clown
Name: Chris
Location: Kingman, AZ
Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 250R, 21 MV F3 800, Kawasaki 400 build Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Sep '15
|
the infamous super hoody! that thing will be trashed after 30 feet. and you will be picking gravel out of your back or chest for weeks.
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 08:05 AM | #8 |
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
|
If you find one the is also bullet proof let me know.
__________________________________________________
If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough! |
|
March 24th, 2015, 08:07 AM | #9 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
I get it...all of the potential limitations. Been riding on/off over 14 years so I'm not necessary inexperienced though I still have a lot to gain from the experiences of others on the forum. I'm asking the question to see from those with experience, whether those limitations have been muted or have actually been experienced. I have a bunch of different elements of gear in my system and I do "gear down" at times depending on my planned ride. I don't ride ATGATT, but at minimum I'm in my Rev'it leather jacket, helmet and gloves and most times I'm in my SMX-5 boots. Longer "riskier" trips I will add my riding pants. But I would never ride without a helmet, gloves, and at least some upper body abrasion resistance and padding. Thats the lower limit of my risk acceptance - and that is not up for debate or consideration on this thread.
Just added kevlar denim to the mix and I'm looking for a geared down upper option. @adouglas - I'm going on the same assumptions as you are at the moment. Wondering if there is any experience to the contrary. I've seen a couple versions of this garment, some offering zip connections and/belt loop connections and a race fit. I'm really looking at something along those lines. A baggy hoodie with a kevlar weave and some foam padding (along the lines of cycle gear's Bilt Iron Workers Hoodie) is not under consideration. Ultimately, my question is how far down the protective spectrum is this jacket/hoodie. Then I will decide whether or not to accept that risk. But right now I am only trying to assess the risk. P.S. there is nothing more annoying than "it sounds like you've already made up your mind." |
|
March 24th, 2015, 08:15 AM | #10 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Interesting, thanks. Yeah, my intended use would be my city rides and the city I live in spans maybe a square mile. Mostly stoplights, private roads, and speeds mostly 25-45mph. Maybe it would work. I don't think I'd use it as an under layer, I'd just put my leather to use for that.
Consensus seems to be building that the thing is worthless. My other consideration was the Dianese air flux textile. Might just go with that. |
|
March 24th, 2015, 08:19 AM | #11 | |
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
|
Quote:
This is a forum that promotes ATGATT, a Kevlar hoodie is not real gear.
__________________________________________________
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"!!! |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 08:28 AM | #12 | |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Quote:
Everyone else seems to get it. You are the exception. |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 08:37 AM | #13 | |
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
|
Quote:
But then again, this is the netz for ya... Riders are free to post their opinions. The main issues with this piece of gear are; fit (keeping pads in place) and ride up when sliding. While I have no personal experience with products such as these, I have seen "less than leather" pass track day tech and can share what we look for. Will it ride up? Is the connection between jacket and pants secure? Will the sleeves ride up? Enough skin coverage? Will the padding/armor stay in place? Will the gear interfere with the operation of other mandatory gear? Will the gear interfere with the operation of any mandatory bike components? Will the gear interfere with the operation of the bike? Will the gear interfere with the control of the bike? Also, many of my riding group buddies ride with many different gear combinations. One in particular has a gear setup that may be of interest to you. He wears a MX armor setup under a kevlar hoodie, the same under his kevlar jeans. He understands the risks of the hoodie riding up or sleeves pulling up/away from the wrist area. The MX armor solves the problem of keeping padding in place, belt loop/zippers solve help with the problem of riding up in the front or back but we still haven't found a "acceptable" solution for the sleeves.
__________________________________________________
Goal: Shake A Million Hands | Look through the corners | Track Day Prep | Closest track? | The Mid-Ohio School |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 08:52 AM | #14 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Thanks a lot Chris that's valuable feedback especially given your perspective.
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 01:04 PM | #15 |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
|
I shall reserve my 2¢, as all here now I'm a A.T.G.A.T.T. person.
With that said, Speed & Strength make several types of hoodies that might suit your needs. Here one for example, Speed and Strength Moto Mercenary Zip-Up Hoodie - Medium/Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BGN2ROM..._3gCevb0F5XVQ0 Let see what Anthony has to say, http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/s...-armored-hoody
__________________________________________________
violente et ignorantia ZX-2R BLOG Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform. |
|
March 24th, 2015, 01:41 PM | #16 |
cadd cadd cadd
Name: Cadd
Location: 41°21'13.1"N, 74°41'37.4"W
Join Date: Jan 2014 Motorcycle(s): 300 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - May '15
|
OP, is there a particular reason you prefer a hoodie? Is it the urban look you're going after? Or just the comfort of a light cotton jacket?
Would you consider something like this? Relatively light weight made with mesh/textile. Has a liner for cooler days. And around the $100 price point. I think it looks pretty good too (subjective of couse) if you want to shy away from the A* or Dainase racer look for your short errand/commute runs. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/r...on-mesh-jacket Or if you don't mind the sporty look, this A* jacket is on sale http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...lus-air-jacket If you don't mind me asking, I'm also curious as to what jacket you're currently wearing for your longer rides. |
|
March 24th, 2015, 02:30 PM | #17 | |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Quote:
I'm looking now for a minimalist setup for my really short rides because I just cannot ride without armor protection. When I say short, I'm talking about the 1.5mile ride to the golf course. Or the jaunt downtown for lunch/dinner which is about 3 miles each way and mostly low speed and stoplights. Lots of on and off the bike stops, that kind of thing. I don't prefer a hoodie, I just thought is was rather cool looking and I imagine it would be easy to make it disappear once I arrive at my destination. The other option I am now leaning towards is the Dianese Air flux for all the same reasons I was looking at the hoodie. |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 02:36 PM | #18 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
For what its worth, here is the hoodie I was last considering.
Kevlar lining, CE armor at elbow, shoulders, and back and a tighter fit. But no pant connection zippers. http://www.amazon.com/GoGo-Gear-Armo...rb_top?ie=UTF8 |
|
March 24th, 2015, 02:38 PM | #19 | ||
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
|
Once again no judgments here, but here's a story of a rider whom was going fo a quick ride
I'm posting this with the intention to educate, not scare you. Quote:
__________________________________________________
violente et ignorantia ZX-2R BLOG Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform. |
||
|
March 24th, 2015, 02:44 PM | #20 |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
|
I too have the Bohn bodyguard system, pants, and shirt, love them and fortunately never tested them.
__________________________________________________
violente et ignorantia ZX-2R BLOG Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform. |
|
March 24th, 2015, 02:59 PM | #21 | |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Quote:
That said, I am willing to go with less gear on very short city rides. And by less gear, I don't mean less pieces of gear, I just mean lighter gear with more bias towards comfort and function than what is typical for me. |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 03:01 PM | #22 |
Cat herder
Name: Gort
Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location
Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 6
MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13
|
NJ, like you I occasionally to a quick 1 mile each way jaunt, in town, very low speed. In my case it's to the diner for lunch and back.
That's the only time I'm not ATGATT, and the only thing I leave out of the equation is my riding pants. That's a concession to the limits of the lunch hour... even a few minutes changing clothes at either end of the hour tips the equation into "not worth it, just eat at your desk" territory. I'm not sure I understand the logic of putting on an armored hoodie vs. a jacket. I don't find throwing a jacket on to be inconvenient at all. Gear is gear. What's the difference, besides fashion? (You know the jacket, same as yours.)
__________________________________________________
I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem. |
|
March 24th, 2015, 03:05 PM | #23 | |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
|
Quote:
__________________________________________________
violente et ignorantia ZX-2R BLOG Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform. |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 03:32 PM | #24 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Yep, same jacket. I ride with a non-lockable tail bag on my rear seat. I was thinking hoodie because I could fold it up and fit it in my tail bag. Neither of my jackets fit in the tail bag. Plus it stays on the bike and doesn't get locked. Don't want to leave my 300 and 400 jackets open to theft. I didn't think anyone watching me stash a hoodie in my bag would be tempted to steal it. And if they did, oh well not a huge loss.
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 04:04 PM | #25 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Rebecca
Location: SF Bay Area
Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 w/ ABS, 2014 NC700X, 2008 Ninja 250 (sold), 2002 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: A lot.
MOTM - Jan '18, Sep '13
|
An armored hoodie probably wouldn't be as packable as you think once you factor in the armor. It's really the armor that causes the bulkiness of gear.
__________________________________________________
My Ninja 300 |
1 out of 1 members found this post helpful. |
March 24th, 2015, 04:12 PM | #26 |
cadd cadd cadd
Name: Cadd
Location: 41°21'13.1"N, 74°41'37.4"W
Join Date: Jan 2014 Motorcycle(s): 300 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - May '15
|
Off topic: For those of us who are ATGATT, isn't it a wild and weird (and even "feels" wrong to me) when riding with no helmet and no gloves.
I started the bike up for the first time yesterday. I wanted to just take a spin up and down the block (dead end street) just to make sure I still know how to ride. But the feeling of not wearing a helmet & gloves just bothered me tremendously. It just felt so off. I guess it's the same feeling of not wearing a seat belt for those of us who click it on all the time. Back on topic: I'm with everyone here. I wouldn't do the hoodie just because I know it will most likely ride up if I ever go for a slide on the ground. It's just not worth it for me. Good luck with your decision. Only you know the roads you ride on and the speeds which you'll be traveling. Either way, no judgment from me. |
|
March 24th, 2015, 04:15 PM | #27 |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
|
I must admit that I would love riding without a helmet, in a perfect world we could all ride naked
__________________________________________________
violente et ignorantia ZX-2R BLOG Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform. |
|
March 24th, 2015, 04:31 PM | #28 | |
I'm crazy,your excuse is?
Name: Winston
Location: Connecticut
Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250 2007 ninja Posts: A lot.
|
Quote:
I want you to be ATGATT though. |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 04:32 PM | #29 | |
ninjette.org sage
Name: James
Location: Lakeland
Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninjette Posts: 809
|
Quote:
__________________________________________________
"That's what" -she |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 04:37 PM | #30 | |
I'm crazy,your excuse is?
Name: Winston
Location: Connecticut
Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250 2007 ninja Posts: A lot.
|
Quote:
As to the OP some people will never go down. As for me- Tooling around town, Sure I would be likely to ride in reduced gear including a plain hoody, never EVER without helmet, boots or good gloves though. Look at that unfortunate MOTO racer- helmet and gear. Even Atgatt can't always save you. |
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 04:40 PM | #31 |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
|
Riders are like prom dates, some have been down, some haven't yet
__________________________________________________
violente et ignorantia ZX-2R BLOG Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform. |
1 out of 1 members found this post helpful. |
March 24th, 2015, 04:54 PM | #32 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Thanks everyone for the responses. Helped me make up my mind. In the end I'm going to find a mesh/textile option instead of the hoodie primarily because of the fact that I haven't found a hoodie with kevlar, armor and pants straps. If I found the trifecta for around $100 then I would consider it a viable option for my intended use (though tfkrocks makes a good point about packability).
|
|
March 24th, 2015, 06:08 PM | #33 |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
|
I'm sure some company will make it sooner or later, you might want to drop Speed & Strength an e-mail suggesting such a garment.
__________________________________________________
violente et ignorantia ZX-2R BLOG Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform. |
|
March 26th, 2015, 10:58 AM | #34 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Kate
Location: South Bay, CA
Join Date: Jan 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, Yamaha TTR 125 Posts: 124
Blog Entries: 2
|
Spidi just came out with a great armored hoodie. It looks good plus offers excellent protection - for a hoodie that is. Check it out: http://www.spidi.com/eu/eu_en/textil...or-jacket.html
|
|
March 26th, 2015, 11:07 AM | #35 |
cadd cadd cadd
Name: Cadd
Location: 41°21'13.1"N, 74°41'37.4"W
Join Date: Jan 2014 Motorcycle(s): 300 Posts: A lot.
MOTM - May '15
|
Ouch at the $200 pricetag!!!
|
|
March 26th, 2015, 11:25 AM | #36 | |
I'm crazy,your excuse is?
Name: Winston
Location: Connecticut
Join Date: May 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250 2007 ninja Posts: A lot.
|
Quote:
|
|
|
March 26th, 2015, 11:31 AM | #37 | |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Alex
Location: Ebensburg, PA
Join Date: Sep 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2015 Yamaha FZ07, Ninja 250r 2012 Limited Edition (Sold) Posts: 529
|
Quote:
Woulda been a nice jacket otherwise. I swear it should be easier to find decent gear that looks a little less conspicuous.
__________________________________________________
"Take it easy driving. The life you might save might be mine." |
|
|
March 26th, 2015, 12:28 PM | #38 | |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Quote:
|
|
|
March 26th, 2015, 12:33 PM | #39 |
in your machine
Name: Scott
Location: Summer Shade, Ky.
Join Date: Oct 2014 Motorcycle(s): 98 Ninja 250/F12 aka ZX-2R "SERENITY", 91 Ninja 500/A5 aka ZX-5R "Phoenix", 84 Honda GL1200A "SIREN" Posts: A lot.
Blog Entries: 25
MOTM - Jun '17, May '16, Mar '15
|
Did anyone else notice that one of the uses is for scooters?? Which might make better sense due to their speeds most of the time, but for $250 USD it's a bit steep for me. If I had to choose this style I would probably go with the Speed & Strength one, at half the price.
__________________________________________________
violente et ignorantia ZX-2R BLOG Twitter and Instagram = Ghostt_Scott I'm not here to change your mind, just to inform. |
|
March 26th, 2015, 02:04 PM | #40 | |
ninjette.org guru
Name: NJ
Location: Westchester, NY
Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R (Sold); 2012 Vulcan 900; 2009 Harley Iron 883; 2004 SV650s; and a bunch of others over the years... Posts: 470
|
Quote:
|
|
|
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
The Best Protective/Armored Shorts | Ninja Rob | Motorcycle Gear | 12 | February 1st, 2015 12:12 PM |
Most armored casual-appearance riding pant? | corksil | Motorcycle Gear | 16 | October 20th, 2013 03:04 PM |
[sportrider - latest stories] - The armored Rasp 2.0 from Joe Rocket breaks cover. | Ninjette Newsbot | Motorcycling News | 0 | March 15th, 2012 03:10 PM |
Jeans w/armored shorts - sizing... | reaubideux | Motorcycle Gear | 10 | September 7th, 2011 09:23 AM |
is this good? (bohn armored pants) | laraider | Motorcycle Gear | 10 | February 21st, 2010 10:04 PM |
|
|