Back protector shopping

DennyV · August 9th, 2012, 06:43 AM

Trying to decide, do I want a knox tp2 that inserts into my jacket, or to get a bohn back protector with straps. Getting the bohn protector allows me to also attach a bohn chest protector in the future, but means another item Id have to carry around with me when I get to my destination, where as the insert means i just take off the jacket. I understand atgatt but in this case what would you guys do?

RyderRider15 · August 9th, 2012, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by DennyV

Trying to decide, do I want a knox tp2 that inserts into my jacket, or to get a bohn back protector with straps. Getting the bohn protector allows me to also attach a bohn chest protector in the future, but means another item Id have to carry around with me when I get to my destination, where as the insert means i just take off the jacket. I understand atgatt but in this case what would you guys do?

I got a bionic air insert feels 1000 time more protective than what came with my jacket. I also got the bionic chest armor, but not all jackets can take these inserts. If you cant go that route it really comes down to what type of riding you do the most. If youre a weekend rider get the bohn, if you ride to work everyday get the insert.

DennyV · August 9th, 2012, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by RyderRider15

I got a bionic air insert feels 1000 time more protective than what came with my jacket. I also got the bionic chest armor, but not all jackets can take these inserts. If you cant go that route it really comes down to what type of riding you do the most. If youre a weekend rider get the bohn, if you ride to work everyday get the insert.

Thanks for the input, just wanted to add, my jacket doesnt have anyplace to put chest inserts

Panda · August 9th, 2012, 07:26 AM

I am in the same boat. I had a slip in back protector for my jacket but the jacket doesn't have pockets for a chest protector. I went back and forth and finally ordered this - http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/d...horax-wave-pro

I realized I want the extra chest protection and when I carry it around I'll just fold it into my jacket

Old Lemon · August 9th, 2012, 04:43 PM

how can i tell what inserts will fit my jacket? i dont have a name brand jacket so i have no idea what will fit

alex.s · August 9th, 2012, 04:47 PM

just something to think about... BPs that strap to your back under the suit wont move around like they do in the pocket in your jacket.

also i know racers who wear chest protection but i think chest injuries are considerably more rare than every other kind of injury you could receive crashing

geeker · August 9th, 2012, 07:32 PM

I have Knox TP2 plates in both of my Rev'It Airwave jackets. I also have a Forcefield Pro Sub 4 that is very comfortable under my leathers.

nautica · August 12th, 2012, 09:57 AM

I have the Knox Contour Touring back protector and I have no complaints. From what I've found it has a lot of coverage and it's usable more than once if you go down. I usually forget I have it on while riding as well.

lgk · August 12th, 2012, 10:18 AM

what jacket do you have?

Whiskey · August 12th, 2012, 10:48 AM

Knox Aegis

It's got a kidney belt with extra armour & shoulder straps which can take a chest protector.

It's a secure solid fit but you don't really notice it (you notice it's absence if you're not wearing it)

geeker · August 12th, 2012, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by lgk

what jacket do you have?

Cortech Latigo. Might replace it with an AGV Sport Tornado to match the leather pants.

hirubhaiambani · August 12th, 2012, 09:08 PM

I'm torn between the Knox Contour, Knox Aegis and the Forcefield L2.

I personally like the technology of the forcefield better but the forcefield is more like a spine guard than a complete back protector while the Knox back protectors have shoulder blade coverage long with spine coverage.

All the three are CE level 2 certified, however, the forcefield transmits lesser force to the body in a crash as compared to the Knox.

The forcefield can be reused after a crash while the Knox back protectors cannot be (that's what some online reviews said).

Such a hard decision. I've been wanting to buy a back protector since June but cannot make up my mind...ugh...

geeker · August 13th, 2012, 05:26 AM

I hope I never need it, but what sold me was the repeat performance of the the Forcefield. It's pretty comfortable too.

lgk · August 13th, 2012, 05:30 AM

the external back protector is a good choice since you were thinking of changing jackets.

fatestkid · August 14th, 2012, 08:30 AM

For inserts this stuff is comfortable and CE level 2. You can cut it with a scissor to whatever dimension you like.

http://www.revzilla.com/product/revi...back-protector

gwilo · August 20th, 2012, 07:17 PM

I have the SAS TEC and a Klim

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/k...r-d30-back-pad

Both are good

Also use the Contour.

The advantage of the Contour over the "Hard Shell" back protectors is the hard shell are one crash units.

One crash buy a new one, where as the Contour is a many get-off unit.

Why do you think the changed Knox would sell 1 Contour and you use it for 5 years and many get-offs vs sell you a new one every get-off.

August 9th, 2012, 06:43 AM	#1
DennyV ninjette.org member Name: Dennis Location: Maryland Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 Posts: 212	Back protector shopping Trying to decide, do I want a knox tp2 that inserts into my jacket, or to get a bohn back protector with straps. Getting the bohn protector allows me to also attach a bohn chest protector in the future, but means another item Id have to carry around with me when I get to my destination, where as the insert means i just take off the jacket. I understand atgatt but in this case what would you guys do?

August 9th, 2012, 04:47 PM	#6
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	just something to think about... BPs that strap to your back under the suit wont move around like they do in the pocket in your jacket. also i know racers who wear chest protection but i think chest injuries are considerably more rare than every other kind of injury you could receive crashing __________________________________________________

August 14th, 2012, 08:30 AM	#15
fatestkid ninjette.org member Name: fatty Location: ottawa ontario Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250 Posts: 114	For inserts this stuff is comfortable and CE level 2. You can cut it with a scissor to whatever dimension you like. http://www.revzilla.com/product/revi...back-protector __________________________________________________ Work smart, play stupid.

August 20th, 2012, 07:17 PM	#16
gwilo ninjette.org member Name: John Location: Vancouver Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '05 Warrior 1700 , '09 Aprilia Mana 850, Ninja 250 still looking Posts: 74	I have the SAS TEC and a Klim http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/k...r-d30-back-pad Both are good Also use the Contour. The advantage of the Contour over the "Hard Shell" back protectors is the hard shell are one crash units. One crash buy a new one, where as the Contour is a many get-off unit. Why do you think the changed Knox would sell 1 Contour and you use it for 5 years and many get-offs vs sell you a new one every get-off. __________________________________________________ "I hate to advocate drugs, alcohol, violence or insanity to anyone, but they've always worked for me." -Hunter S. Thompson-

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August 9th, 2012, 07:26 AM	#4
Panda not an actual panda Name: dan Location: philadelphia Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250, 2009 CBR600RR (Sold) Posts: A lot.	I am in the same boat. I had a slip in back protector for my jacket but the jacket doesn't have pockets for a chest protector. I went back and forth and finally ordered this - http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/d...horax-wave-pro I realized I want the extra chest protection and when I carry it around I'll just fold it into my jacket

August 9th, 2012, 04:43 PM	#5
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	how can i tell what inserts will fit my jacket? i dont have a name brand jacket so i have no idea what will fit

August 9th, 2012, 07:32 PM	#7
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 have Knox TP2 plates in both of my Rev'It Airwave jackets. I also have a Forcefield Pro Sub 4 that is very comfortable under my leathers.

August 12th, 2012, 09:57 AM	#8
nautica Gixxer Powered Name: Brett Location: OH Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 GSXR 600 Posts: 397	I have the Knox Contour Touring back protector and I have no complaints. From what I've found it has a lot of coverage and it's usable more than once if you go down. I usually forget I have it on while riding as well.

August 12th, 2012, 10:18 AM	#9
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	what jacket do you have?

August 12th, 2012, 10:48 AM	#10
Whiskey ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Morgan Location: A city twinned with Kawasaki Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, 2010 STR 675 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	Knox Aegis It's got a kidney belt with extra armour & shoulder straps which can take a chest protector. It's a secure solid fit but you don't really notice it (you notice it's absence if you're not wearing it)

August 12th, 2012, 09:08 PM	#12
hirubhaiambani Ninjette Fanboy Name: HB Location: Missouri Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja250 Posts: 307	I'm torn between the Knox Contour, Knox Aegis and the Forcefield L2. I personally like the technology of the forcefield better but the forcefield is more like a spine guard than a complete back protector while the Knox back protectors have shoulder blade coverage long with spine coverage. All the three are CE level 2 certified, however, the forcefield transmits lesser force to the body in a crash as compared to the Knox. The forcefield can be reused after a crash while the Knox back protectors cannot be (that's what some online reviews said). Such a hard decision. I've been wanting to buy a back protector since June but cannot make up my mind...ugh...

August 13th, 2012, 05:26 AM	#13
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 hope I never need it, but what sold me was the repeat performance of the the Forcefield. It's pretty comfortable too.

August 13th, 2012, 05:30 AM	#14
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	the external back protector is a good choice since you were thinking of changing jackets.