Summer/warm weather jacket

SwagenGTI · March 25th, 2013, 11:53 PM

I havent really ridden in my leather jacket yet but I know that it will be unbearable in the summer. I am looking for something comfortable (my leather jacket is way too bulky), still offers some protection, and is not a furnace. Any recommendations? Not looking to break the bank here.

Aggrotech · March 26th, 2013, 01:39 AM

went to cyclegear to check out the icon overlord leather jacket. has plenty of holes for venting in teh front.but since you already have a leather jacket and ur tryin to keep costs low..

i know a few people who have said great things about
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...p-r-air-jacket
and
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/d...textile-jacket

SwagenGTI · March 26th, 2013, 06:33 AM

OOOo I really like that dainese

lgk · March 26th, 2013, 07:08 AM

thinking of getting a revit airwave for next mesh jacket.

DreamN · March 26th, 2013, 10:07 AM

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...lus-air-jacket

Got this one used on craigslist for $125. Upgraded the chest and back protectors to the Bio Armor.

bfpower · March 26th, 2013, 11:03 AM

I have the Icon Overlord textile version for summer commuting. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/i...textile-jacket

I wear it around town when it's warm. But for riding out on the freeway or anywhere I'm more likely to be testing my limits, I wear the leather.

fleemos · April 1st, 2013, 05:48 PM

I have the Revit Airwave and like it
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-airwave-jacket

I have this Sedici too and really like it as well. On closeout now for a great price.
http://www.cyclegear.com/CycleGear/O...06_191498_1936

Reswob · April 1st, 2013, 09:00 PM

I snagged a Cortech GX Air 2 leather/mesh jacket on clearance a couple summers ago, and it's awesome. By itself you can barely tell you're wearing a jacket, and with both the waterproof and thermal liners installed, I think it's actually warmer than my leather jacket! Looks like the new version does not use any leather, but it's still worth a look.

http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street..._3_jacket.html

Bentley813 · April 1st, 2013, 09:04 PM

I'm hoping my perforated Chicane jacket keeps me fairly cool once we hit 90's this year. I know when I rode my bike for the first time early March it felt like the perforations were letting ice into my jacket.

jwollam · April 1st, 2013, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aggrotech

went to cyclegear to check out the icon overlord leather jacket. has plenty of holes for venting in teh front.but since you already have a leather jacket and ur tryin to keep costs low..

i know a few people who have said great things about
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...p-r-air-jacket
and

I have this jacket in the white, black, hi-viz, and I cannot vouch enough for it. Super comfy, great airflow! Altough, spend the extra $70 and upgrade the back and chest armor to the bio level armor, it will be money well spent, the cheap foam padding that comes with the jacket is a joke...

ai4px · April 2nd, 2013, 09:27 AM

http://www.compacc.com/p/Shadow-Scorcher-Mesh-Jackets works for me. It has held up well.

SwagenGTI · April 2nd, 2013, 04:09 PM

That jacket would be nice. Too bad they are sold out of everything

geeker · April 3rd, 2013, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fleemos

I have the Revit Airwave and like it
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-airwave-jacket

I have this Sedici too and really like it as well. On closeout now for a great price.
http://www.cyclegear.com/CycleGear/O...06_191498_1936

I second the Rev'It Airwave. I have two of them and they are great summer jackets.

SwagenGTI · May 7th, 2013, 04:45 PM

So it was between the revit air wave and the cortech gx sport air 3.0; I went with cortech. Same price, but useable during all seasons, more protection, apparently flows more air than the revit (according to a revzilla rep) and all my other stuff is cortech. Hopefully it fits

JohnnyBravo · May 7th, 2013, 04:55 PM

I got a fly racing jacket from revzilla for $89... Looks great, flows air like crazy, it's new, and cheap!!!

Good buy on the Cortech

ninjamunky85 · May 7th, 2013, 05:07 PM

Mesh is the way to go on those really hot days. Something that's a light color works good as well.

This is my summer jacket.

SwagenGTI · May 7th, 2013, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyBravo

I got a fly racing jacket from revzilla for $89... Looks great, flows air like crazy, it's new, and cheap!!!

Good buy on the Cortech

I saw the fly racing jacket and was very tempted...even if it fell apart, it is cheap enough

JohnnyBravo · May 7th, 2013, 08:20 PM

So far no problems with mine, flows great air. Not so impressed with the normal foam back cushion, but plenty of Jackets come with them, and I hope I don't ever test it out, probly get a $90 buck chest and back protector though sometime

SwagenGTI · May 7th, 2013, 08:28 PM

Most of the jackets seem to come with a measly back protector so at $90, cant really be upset; even after upgrading the armor its still cheaper

JohnnyBravo · May 7th, 2013, 08:31 PM

Personally I love mine, and for the price it's hard to beat... The seams are good, won't find complaints for the price

lgk · May 8th, 2013, 04:43 AM

I got the fly racing jacket as well. Crashed in it twice at low speed with no issues.

I replaced the foam with a knox protector.

BRad704 · May 8th, 2013, 08:25 AM

Just FYI... Sportbiketrackgear.com has a ton of A*s gear on close-out. If I had an extra couple hundred bucks, I'd be all over it.

JohnnyBravo · May 8th, 2013, 08:31 AM

thanks for that info, maybe ill be able to catch some over pants

Jono · May 8th, 2013, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BRad704

Just FYI... Sportbiketrackgear.com has a ton of A*s gear on close-out. If I had an extra couple hundred bucks, I'd be all over it.

Just ordered the A*'s GP Plus leather jacket for $250!!!!! The last one in (hopefully) my size. If this thing fits me nicely I will give you a high five! And I ordered the Alpinestars A-10 Leather / Textile Pants for $150. Hope they fit as well. If not I can just return them no biggie.

Would have totally missed this sale if it wasn't for you. Thanks Brad!

BRad704 · May 8th, 2013, 10:31 AM

Glad to help... I'm a Euro54/US44 in A*'s, if you REALLY want to thank me...

Jono · May 8th, 2013, 11:10 AM

Haha. I like where your head's at. But I'm not made of money.

Jono · May 10th, 2013, 09:52 AM

My GP Plus jacket arrived! So this is what a quality jacket feels like, Wow, I've been missing out. Fits pretty dang good. Sleeves are a tad short, but shouldn't be an issue because I wear full gauntlet gloves. I'll write a review eventually. Pants should be here next week sometime.

BRad704 · May 13th, 2013, 06:21 AM

Nice. I have the long-arms issue too, but also wear gauntlets.

I ordered a teknic mesh jacket last week that should be here today. Sucks they are out of business though.

NathanUc · May 13th, 2013, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

Mesh is the way to go on those really hot days. Something that's a light color works good as well.

This is my summer jacket.

I had this jacket until I gave it to my friend after his wreck. It's an AWESOME summer jacket with really good protection for the money. I think I picked mine up for $50 on one of the sportbiketrackgear sales.

Next time it drops, I'll probably grab another

Roark · September 7th, 2014, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jono

Haha. I like where your head's at. But I'm not made of money.

How'd the A* jacket/pants work for you in the Memphis heat?

Jono · September 8th, 2014, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roark

How'd the A* jacket/pants work for you in the Memphis heat?

It doesn't! Haha. My GP Plus jacket is not the vented one so any temp above 80 and you are going to be HOT! I still wear my crappy Bilt leather/mesh jacket in the summer here. But in the fall and some of winter and then early spring it works great! I never got the pants because they sent me the wrong size and weren't helpful in sending me the correct size. I just took a refund and am still wearing jeans. But I wear Dainese Knee and shin guards under my jeans. Will be get leather pants soon I think.

NDspd · September 11th, 2014, 05:46 PM

I've been looking at the new Icon Hypersport Prime jacket...looks so good! Loads of ventilation, lots of flexibility, and the best armor on the market. Definitely looking at this for my next jacket to replace my aging Teknic jacket.

srob7001 · September 12th, 2014, 07:48 AM

I got this as my first jacket and it breathes very well once you remove the liner. Great fit too! I wear a size LG shirt and a LG jacket fits perfect.

Roark · September 23rd, 2014, 09:10 AM

x2 on the Rev'it Airwave jacket.

The build quality is excellent, and the breathability is incredible. Memphis summers are always 90+/90+ (heat/humidity).

Upgrade the back protector, and you've got CE at arms, shoulders, and back for substantially less than the Icon Hypersport Prime from above..

agentbad · September 29th, 2014, 05:03 PM

Any decent armored mesh jacket with vents should do the trick. I love my Icon Contra it's a 3 season mesh jacket with room for hoodies and such when it gets cold.

March 25th, 2013, 11:53 PM	#1
SwagenGTI ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Missouri Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 09 250R Posts: 123	Summer/warm weather jacket I havent really ridden in my leather jacket yet but I know that it will be unbearable in the summer. I am looking for something comfortable (my leather jacket is way too bulky), still offers some protection, and is not a furnace. Any recommendations? Not looking to break the bank here.

March 26th, 2013, 07:08 AM	#4
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	thinking of getting a revit airwave for next mesh jacket. __________________________________________________ Ethioknight Memorial Fund- Sticker sale http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=111700

April 1st, 2013, 09:00 PM	#8
Reswob ninjette.org sage Name: Josh Location: Richmond VA Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Triumph Bonneville Black Posts: 627	I snagged a Cortech GX Air 2 leather/mesh jacket on clearance a couple summers ago, and it's awesome. By itself you can barely tell you're wearing a jacket, and with both the waterproof and thermal liners installed, I think it's actually warmer than my leather jacket! Looks like the new version does not use any leather, but it's still worth a look. http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street..._3_jacket.html __________________________________________________ '08 Bonneville Black sold->'08 Ninja 250R \| OES Swingarm Spools \| EBC HH brake pads \| reflector delete \| no-cut brake light modulator \| DIY fender eliminator

April 2nd, 2013, 09:27 AM	#11
ai4px ninjette.org sage Name: Wes Location: Sumter SC Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 650r 2009 Vulcan 800 2005 Posts: 557	http://www.compacc.com/p/Shadow-Scorcher-Mesh-Jackets works for me. It has held up well. __________________________________________________ It's all about the curves. If you ride, you understand. If you have a stick skinny g/f and ride, you're 1/2 way there.

May 7th, 2013, 05:07 PM	#16
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	Mesh is the way to go on those really hot days. Something that's a light color works good as well. This is my summer jacket. __________________________________________________ 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 26th, 2013, 01:39 AM	#2
Aggrotech ninjette.org sage Name: Justin Location: Fresno CA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 12' Ninja 250 Posts: 831	went to cyclegear to check out the icon overlord leather jacket. has plenty of holes for venting in teh front.but since you already have a leather jacket and ur tryin to keep costs low.. i know a few people who have said great things about http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...p-r-air-jacket and http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/d...textile-jacket

March 26th, 2013, 06:33 AM	#3
SwagenGTI ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Missouri Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 09 250R Posts: 123	OOOo I really like that dainese

March 26th, 2013, 10:07 AM	#5
DreamN Beer Me! Name: Jimmy Location: SoCal 818 Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 Car(s): '09 Cube, '93 240SX (Coupe & 'Vert) Posts: 144	http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...lus-air-jacket Got this one used on craigslist for $125. Upgraded the chest and back protectors to the Bio Armor.

March 26th, 2013, 11:03 AM	#6
bfpower ninjette.org mafioso Name: Ben Location: Dillon, MT Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 337	I have the Icon Overlord textile version for summer commuting. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/i...textile-jacket I wear it around town when it's warm. But for riding out on the freeway or anywhere I'm more likely to be testing my limits, I wear the leather.

April 1st, 2013, 05:48 PM	#7
fleemos ninjette.org guru Name: Darren Location: Sandy Springs, GA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Yamaha FZ6R, 2014 Suzuki GSX-R600 Posts: 299	I have the Revit Airwave and like it http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-airwave-jacket I have this Sedici too and really like it as well. On closeout now for a great price. http://www.cyclegear.com/CycleGear/O...06_191498_1936

April 1st, 2013, 09:04 PM	#9
Bentley813 ninjette.org member Name: Steve Location: Oswego, NY Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 White 300 Posts: 221	I'm hoping my perforated Chicane jacket keeps me fairly cool once we hit 90's this year. I know when I rode my bike for the first time early March it felt like the perforations were letting ice into my jacket.

April 2nd, 2013, 04:09 PM	#12
SwagenGTI ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Missouri Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 09 250R Posts: 123	That jacket would be nice. Too bad they are sold out of everything

May 7th, 2013, 04:45 PM	#14
SwagenGTI ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Missouri Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 09 250R Posts: 123	So it was between the revit air wave and the cortech gx sport air 3.0; I went with cortech. Same price, but useable during all seasons, more protection, apparently flows more air than the revit (according to a revzilla rep) and all my other stuff is cortech. Hopefully it fits

May 7th, 2013, 04:55 PM	#15
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	I got a fly racing jacket from revzilla for $89... Looks great, flows air like crazy, it's new, and cheap!!! Good buy on the Cortech

May 7th, 2013, 08:20 PM	#18
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	So far no problems with mine, flows great air. Not so impressed with the normal foam back cushion, but plenty of Jackets come with them, and I hope I don't ever test it out, probly get a $90 buck chest and back protector though sometime

May 7th, 2013, 08:28 PM	#19
SwagenGTI ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Missouri Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 09 250R Posts: 123	Most of the jackets seem to come with a measly back protector so at $90, cant really be upset; even after upgrading the armor its still cheaper

May 7th, 2013, 08:31 PM	#20
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	Personally I love mine, and for the price it's hard to beat... The seams are good, won't find complaints for the price

May 8th, 2013, 04:43 AM	#21
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	I got the fly racing jacket as well. Crashed in it twice at low speed with no issues. I replaced the foam with a knox protector. __________________________________________________ Ethioknight Memorial Fund- Sticker sale http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=111700

May 8th, 2013, 08:25 AM	#22
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	Just FYI... Sportbiketrackgear.com has a ton of A*s gear on close-out. If I had an extra couple hundred bucks, I'd be all over it. __________________________________________________ ~BRad

May 8th, 2013, 08:31 AM	#23
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	thanks for that info, maybe ill be able to catch some over pants

May 8th, 2013, 10:31 AM	#25
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	Glad to help... I'm a Euro54/US44 in A*'s, if you REALLY want to thank me... __________________________________________________ ~BRad

May 8th, 2013, 11:10 AM	#26
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Haha. I like where your head's at. But I'm not made of money.

May 10th, 2013, 09:52 AM	#27
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	My GP Plus jacket arrived! So this is what a quality jacket feels like, Wow, I've been missing out. Fits pretty dang good. Sleeves are a tad short, but shouldn't be an issue because I wear full gauntlet gloves. I'll write a review eventually. Pants should be here next week sometime.

May 13th, 2013, 06:21 AM	#28
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	Nice. I have the long-arms issue too, but also wear gauntlets. I ordered a teknic mesh jacket last week that should be here today. Sucks they are out of business though. __________________________________________________ ~BRad

September 11th, 2014, 05:46 PM	#32
NDspd 1/4 English, 3/4 Kick Ass Name: Jeremy Location: Dayton, OH Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i, '05 Suzuki SV650S(retired), '11 Ninja 250R(sold) Posts: A lot.	I've been looking at the new Icon Hypersport Prime jacket...looks so good! Loads of ventilation, lots of flexibility, and the best armor on the market. Definitely looking at this for my next jacket to replace my aging Teknic jacket.

September 12th, 2014, 07:48 AM	#33
srob7001 ninjette.org member Name: Sean Location: FL Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 300, Ebony, non-ABS Posts: 18	I got this as my first jacket and it breathes very well once you remove the liner. Great fit too! I wear a size LG shirt and a LG jacket fits perfect.

September 23rd, 2014, 09:10 AM	#34
Roark ninjette.org sage Name: James Location: Lakeland Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninjette Posts: 809	x2 on the Rev'it Airwave jacket. The build quality is excellent, and the breathability is incredible. Memphis summers are always 90+/90+ (heat/humidity). Upgrade the back protector, and you've got CE at arms, shoulders, and back for substantially less than the Icon Hypersport Prime from above.. __________________________________________________ "That's what" -she

September 29th, 2014, 05:03 PM	#35
agentbad ninjette.org sage Name: bob Location: Earf Join Date: Apr 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Ninja 250, 2006 SV650N Posts: 642	Any decent armored mesh jacket with vents should do the trick. I love my Icon Contra it's a 3 season mesh jacket with room for hoodies and such when it gets cold.

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