Riding gear and Clothing Discussion
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Re: leathers?

Tue Jun 29, 2010 1:53 pm

I got the collins and like Dave#3 reckon they're great value. Comfy etc... I have a 1 piece Spyke set second hand and they feel really comfy too! Just try a few on and see how you go!

Re: leathers?

Tue Jun 29, 2010 2:00 pm

Glen wrote:Whatever you do don't get white ones like Russ, they just look gay....... :)


Elegant and Fashionable ya old bastard, elegant and Fashionable :kuda:

Re: leathers?

Tue Jun 29, 2010 4:15 pm

DBT for a good set of custom made leathers, good price and AUS made...
or a set of Gimoto's if u want to lash out...

Re: leathers?

Tue Jun 29, 2010 5:03 pm

Don't buy cheap ebay leathers - A little off at T1 Broadford saw a leg seam split and the shoulder disintergrated - I however walked away, SO I guess they did their job. I have Rhino leathers that are 14 years old and have survived two offs really well, the worst mark on them is from regular rucksack usage. The new Rhinos I got from the US of A are a better fit and seem to have the same quality - but I haven't crash tested them yet.

Re: leathers?

Tue Jun 29, 2010 8:07 pm

zxsixr03 wrote:DBT for a good set of custom made leathers, good price and AUS made...
or a set of Gimoto's if u want to lash out...


+1
Gimoto are a great fit being custom measured. Exxy though $$$$.

I like the look of top RS taichi suits but cant vouch for the fit though.

http://motorcycleracegear.com.au/2010/02/01/118/

Re: leathers?

Tue Jun 29, 2010 8:54 pm

ok sweet as fellas thanks for the help and advice will head out this weekend hopefully and see what is good... But yeah wouldnt touch cheap ebay leathers anyway. thanks again :)

Re: leathers?

Wed Jun 30, 2010 7:07 pm

I just bought a Joe Rocket 5.0 (top of the line) jacket from BGW at Narrellan as they were closing down their walk in shop and heading towards online only. Its RRP was $899 and I got it for $399!!So give them a call or check out their website (link below)

The jacket fits (me) like a glove and feels really good...by that I mean, its solid and I feel safe in it. A bit heavy compared to other jackets but they dont have all the good armour inside..

http://www.bikegearwarehouse.com.au/Men ... -0-leather

Re: leathers?

Mon Jul 05, 2010 5:41 pm

un_majstk wrote:
zxsixr03 wrote:DBT for a good set of custom made leathers, good price and AUS made...
or a set of Gimoto's if u want to lash out...


I like the look of top RS taichi suits but cant vouch for the fit though.

http://motorcycleracegear.com.au/2010/02/01/118/


RS Taichi gear is excellent, got some GP EVO Gloves and they are they best fitting and feel gloves i have owned.
I purchased mine from the US($250 including shipping) but its great to finally have a supplier in Australia.
Local price seems very competitive $279, actually lower then the US.
These are the gloves:
http://motorcycleracegear.com.au/products/gloves/rs-taichi-gp-evo-racing-gloves-nxt046/

Re: leathers?

Sun Jul 11, 2010 12:19 am

I bought a Cortech leather two piece suit January and it seems OK. It is the leather with the perferations, (holes) for ventilation and I am surprised as to how cool I stay in 32 degree C. plus temps as long as I'm moving. It is rather hot when I come to a stop, however. I have not crash tested it yet but another member of this forum stated in another thread that he/she had and they held up well. They may be hard to get in your part of the world, however so maybe a local make would be cheaper. Definitly try them on, as the main selling point of the Cortechs were that they were the only brand I could find that fit comfortably. This is another reason I would not buy online. Jim Beam and a beer will help you make a decision.
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Re: leathers?

Thu Jul 15, 2010 6:48 pm

If you're touring go 2 piece. Easier at the comfort stops :oops:

Re: leathers?

Sun Jul 18, 2010 8:24 pm

Glen wrote: Whatever you do don't get white ones like Russ, they just look gay....... :)



Like this?? :lol: :lol:
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Re: leathers?

Sun Jul 18, 2010 8:29 pm

:lol: :lol:

Re: leathers?

Sun Jul 18, 2010 8:30 pm

Nelso's only wearing them to win a bet, right ?






































Right ???????????????????????????

Re: leathers?

Sun Jul 18, 2010 8:32 pm

Leanne wrote:
Glen wrote: Whatever you do don't get white ones like Russ, they just look gay....... :)



Like this?? :lol: :lol:


Love your work Nelso.

Your adapting to Nemo well ;)

Re: leathers?

Sun Jul 18, 2010 8:49 pm

We went looking for some leathers for Leanne and these jumped out and came home with us instead. :D I was looking at getting some from OS but these worked out about $50 dearer at $845 so it was worth getting them from Actions. I wanted the black with white highlights as I didn't want to look like a Russ wanna-be but these were the only colour they had in my size. :oops: To be honest I was amazed they had them in a 60 and they actually fit.
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