Jackets - Page 2

David Madden · 01-03-2008

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Originally Posted by bretsk2500

This is my mesh/leather, (also Joe Rocket) which I got brand new in the bag off of ebay for a song. I'll still be wearing this one on the hottest days of the year....

I do think I need a non armored jacket just to wear around... neither of mine are particularly comfortable off the bike...

I agree the armor makes the jackets uncomfortable to wear as just a jacket, but you can take it out of mine. I dropped my bike off for service in the fall, and my wife picked me up in the cage. I got in to drive and left my Joe Rocket Kawi jacket on, and by the time we got home I felt like my back was out of wack because of the back armor. I kept adjusting the seat thinking that was the problem. Dah! dummy me.

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bretsk2500 · 01-03-2008

I never considered taking the armor out... I might have to do that.... it still wouldn't be warm enough to wear when it's 7F out like it is right now...

David Madden · 01-03-2008

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Originally Posted by bretsk2500

I never considered taking the armor out... I might have to do that.... it still wouldn't be warm enough to wear when it's 7F out like it is right now...

Oh man it's cold out there today. The wind is the kicker. these jackets are not for this weather. I tried with turtle fur neck warmers and sweaters, but no good. The Arlen Ness leather is really thick though. I don't feel any cold through that one. '

The Harley leather is the best I've seen. It's thick and warm.

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bretsk2500 · 01-03-2008

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Originally Posted by David Madden

Oh man it's cold out there today. The wind is the kicker. these jackets are not for this weather. I tried with turtle fur neck warmers and sweaters, but no good. The Arlen Ness leather is really thick though. I don't feel any cold through that one. '

The Harley leather is the best I've seen. It's thick and warm.

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I was still cold w/ long johns, a sweatshirt and a winter coat on... htere's no way in hell my kawi jacket would have kept me warm...

Seadog1967 · 01-04-2008

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Originally Posted by bretsk2500

This is my mesh/leather, (also Joe Rocket) which I got brand new in the bag off of ebay for a song. I'll still be wearing this one on the hottest days of the year....

I do think I need a non armored jacket just to wear around... neither of mine are particularly comfortable off the bike...

I didn't know Maine had hot days. LOL I vacation every year in Maine but down in the lower region. Kennybunkport area. Love the coast line. There were a few times though that it was really hot. The seabreeze takes care of it though most the times.

bretsk2500 · 01-04-2008

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Originally Posted by Seadog1967

I didn't know Maine had hot days. LOL I vacation every year in Maine but down in the lower region. Kennybunkport area. Love the coast line. There were a few times though that it was really hot. The seabreeze takes care of it though most the times.

99F hot enough?

Next time you're in the port (well actually across the bridge in Kennebunk)... Look for the Kennebunk Savings bank in front of Federal Jack's... I built it.

seanyb505 · 01-05-2008

Im looking for a jacket with armor right now and being the noob I am, what am I getting less of if I go with a cheaper jacket? Are there any deals online I should look at before heading to the local Cyclegear? Or is that a bad idea because I wont be able to try it on first? Thanks

bretsk2500 · 01-05-2008

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Originally Posted by seanyb505

Im looking for a jacket with armor right now and being the noob I am, what am I getting less of if I go with a cheaper jacket? Are there any deals online I should look at before heading to the local Cyclegear? Or is that a bad idea because I wont be able to try it on first? Thanks

if you're looking to save money, ebay or newenough. I think I paid $125 for my mesh/leather jacket. If you follow the measurement guides, you'll be fine... My Mesh is sized XL and is a bit on the big side of XL.... my Kawi jacket is sized like a proper jacket (mine's a 44) and was pretty much spot on for size.

sebastian1000 · 01-06-2008

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Originally Posted by Uthor

Icons are generally considered overpriced for what they offer. I would put Icon even, if not below, Joe Rocket, and you can get a good JR jacket for under $300.

I have never worn JR...but the Icon jacket I picked up has done me well.....and I keep drooling over their top-end stuff. I might have to gander at some other brands. -S

AZ250Rider · 01-07-2008

I have a River Road. Paid $325.00 for it but it is very heavy leather and keeps me toasty warm in the winter. Great liner, smooth zippers. I would like to get a spring, summer jacket but not sure what to buy. I thought Joe Rocket was bad quality but from what I have just read I guess I was mis informed. Maybe a Joe Rocket is in order after all. I am short and a bit large around the chest so it is hard to find a jacket with sleeves short enough.

ZeroPunch · 01-08-2008

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Originally Posted by AZ250Rider

I have a River Road. Paid $325.00 for it but it is very heavy leather and keeps me toasty warm in the winter. Great liner, smooth zippers. I would like to get a spring, summer jacket but not sure what to buy. I thought Joe Rocket was bad quality but from what I have just read I guess I was mis informed. Maybe a Joe Rocket is in order after all. I am short and a bit large around the chest so it is hard to find a jacket with sleeves short enough.

Sleeves can be shortened easier then lengthened.

CheriAnn · 01-09-2008

I got a Joe Rocket jacket from the Motorcycle Super Store for Christmas and I LOVE it!!!

pat0021 · 01-09-2008

Thats a good looking jacket Cheri!

D-Day · 01-09-2008

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Originally Posted by A2rider

This Vanson I will have, eventually. Cost is close to $800, but I don' care.

Now that is cool...that's a jacket I'd love to have as well. But now I can't steal the idea...damn!

CycleDude · 01-10-2008

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Originally Posted by A2rider

This Vanson I will have, eventually. Cost is close to $800, but I don' care.

Wow, that's darn cool...

sebastian1000 · 01-12-2008

Ok so I ended up getting an Icon Leather after all. New helmet too.

ZeroPunch · 01-12-2008

Ready to ride Seb, you the man!

sebastian1000 · 01-12-2008

why thank you

A2rider · 01-12-2008

Looking good!

900classic · 01-14-2008

I think that I'm going to end up buy this jacket.
Power Trip DTP Leather Motorcycle Jacket :: New Enough Motorcycle Apparel

01-03-2008	#22 (permalink)
bretsk2500 '07 ZZR600 Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sanford, Maine Posts: 1,454	I never considered taking the armor out... I might have to do that.... it still wouldn't be warm enough to wear when it's 7F out like it is right now... __________________ '07 ZZR600 Fire Red 11.957@117 Jardine RT1 Factory Pro +4 rotor Renthal +2

01-07-2008	#30 (permalink)
AZ250Rider OldGuy BTK Beginner Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Prescott, Arizona Posts: 68	I have a River Road. Paid $325.00 for it but it is very heavy leather and keeps me toasty warm in the winter. Great liner, smooth zippers. I would like to get a spring, summer jacket but not sure what to buy. I thought Joe Rocket was bad quality but from what I have just read I guess I was mis informed. Maybe a Joe Rocket is in order after all. I am short and a bit large around the chest so it is hard to find a jacket with sleeves short enough. __________________ It's all about the ride

01-09-2008	#33 (permalink)
pat0021 IBA#34418 Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Ashland, Oh Posts: 2,127	Thats a good looking jacket Cheri! __________________ If you like your freedom thank a Vet! U.S. Navy Vet 2006 VN900LT

01-12-2008	#37 (permalink)
ZeroPunch Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: The flat MidWest Posts: 751	Ready to ride Seb, you the man! __________________ ZeroPunch Carri Blue 900 Classic VROC 25581

01-14-2008	#40 (permalink)
900classic Riding daily BTK Expert Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 3,214	I think that I'm going to end up buy this jacket. Power Trip DTP Leather Motorcycle Jacket :: New Enough Motorcycle Apparel __________________ Jared VN 900classic VROC #26705 http://photobucket.com/900classic

01-05-2008	#27 (permalink)
seanyb505 Made It To Second Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 76	Im looking for a jacket with armor right now and being the noob I am, what am I getting less of if I go with a cheaper jacket? Are there any deals online I should look at before heading to the local Cyclegear? Or is that a bad idea because I wont be able to try it on first? Thanks

01-09-2008	#32 (permalink)
CheriAnn October MOM 07 Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 12,477	I got a Joe Rocket jacket from the Motorcycle Super Store for Christmas and I LOVE it!!!

01-12-2008	#36 (permalink)
sebastian1000 Needs A Real Job BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 3,960	Ok so I ended up getting an Icon Leather after all. New helmet too.

01-12-2008	#38 (permalink)
sebastian1000 Needs A Real Job BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 3,960	why thank you

01-12-2008	#39 (permalink)
A2rider Banned BTK Expert Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: KCK Posts: 19,729	Looking good!

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