Jackets - Page 2

flynsouth · 01-25-2005

I wear a Fieldsheer leather jacket that has opening zippers in the chest (and removable armour) for warmer weather and Vance Chaps that work great. In the summer I'm back to shirts/vest and have a nylon jacket for the cold mornings. May not be the safest on the planet but sure is comfortable.

T-man · 01-25-2005

Hey Speed...did you mean "ma" as in mommy or "Ma" as in Taxachusetts...er, Massachusetts?

dacvulcan · 01-25-2005

Check out this jacket: http://www.motorhelmets.com/htm1/app...road-table.htm

It is a true all-season jacket. For spring and summer it has a mesh lining with chest, sleeve, and back zippered vents. For fall and winter it has a snap in liner including sleeves with velcro attachments at the cuffs instead of the flakey hook and button on some jackets. The collar has snaps so it won't flap in the breeze.

kyhick1 · 01-25-2005

speed you've hit the BIG TIME man!!!!! congrats.

Heather

archer · 01-26-2005

Wow! Everyone had a lot of different choices on the jackets! And from all over, thats great! I'am going to let this soak in a bit before I go buy something. Thanks everyone!!!!! I'am wearing a sweat shirt and windbreaker. LOL. I NEED TO UP GRADE A LITTLE!!!

*ispeed77* · 01-26-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by T-man

Hey Speed...did you mean "ma" as in mommy or "Ma" as in Taxachusetts...er, Massachusetts?

hehehe
sorry, i meant Mommy !
i could care less what my wonderful state of Taxachusetts thinks of me ! as i have said before, the only reason i am still here is because of family.

**2WheelFun** · 01-26-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by archer

I'am wearing a sweat shirt and windbreaker. LOL. I NEED TO UP GRADE A LITTLE!!!

I can see riding with minimal clothing in Arizona....you guys have some nice temps there nearly all winter. Some people have it all!

dodger · 01-26-2005

You might also look at the link below.
Prices are a little higher, but the quality is great.

xepathfinder · 01-26-2005

I also have a Wilson leather jacket in black that I bought 5 years ago( 4 years before I got the bike) with a zip out Thinsulate liner, the coat is very heavy, heaviest leather coat I have ever tried on and very warm, no wind gets through it at all, and it fits the cruiser look. Paid like 130 bucks on sale for it. I got a brown coat from JC Penneys it is not leather but feels like it, My fiance calls it my rubber coat , it actually has PVC in it, it was on sale for like 29.99, looks great, should make a great coat for early summer night and early fall rides.

Bud · 01-27-2005

I wore denim and leather for years, but when I bought the new Triumph, I also got my wife and I Triumph jackets that imitate Joe Rocket. Now I'm riding a Harley, but I will NEVER stop riding with those jackets. If you've never tried one, you seriously owe it to yourself to try one. Plus, according to crash tests, they are even safer then leather because of the dedicated armor(unless you take them out like I did). After a couple of weeks it's like being with a close friend that DON'T weigh you down.

Mr_Lycos · 01-27-2005

I just received my order from ww.bikerleather.com. Ordered on monday, received on thursday (standard shipping too!). Items were not crash-tested for a variety of reasons

Heres the first impression rundown

Gloves: Slightly snug for their size, but thats good. I cant stand the feel of loose gloves. The leather is unblemished (no scars, rips, or holes), the stitching is good, and the "gel" in the palms is thicker than in my Harley-Davidson brand gloves of similar design.

jacket: I ordered jacket BMJ210, which is a traditional biker jacket (also sometimes called a police jacket). It has a zip-out thinsulate liner, quilted interior (including full arms), side lacing, and a full belt which is removable. It was also advertised as having a "longer back". The back isn't stylistically much longer than my Harley-Davidson jacket, so I'm not sure what its longer than.

The hardware is unplated brass. Some people might miss the nickel/chrome plating, but I don't really care. The leather is thick, and didn't have any scars, tears, or holes.The jacket and gloves do however smell like a dead yak. I'm not sure if this is caused by something from shipping, but seriosuly.... I'm gonna need to spray this thing down with automotive 'leather interior' scent. The jacket is designed in the USA and manufactured in Pakistan.

All in all these items are a steal at these prices.

Boss Hawg · 01-27-2005

Good to know Mr. Lycos. Keep us posted on the smell!!

By the way how was the fit to what you ordered. They recommend upsize. I am a 50 so I will order a 52. I called to see what that is equal to, XL,XXL, or XXXL. They said XXL.

Whistle Clean, did you have smell problem too?

BH

**2WheelFun** · 01-27-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Lycos

The jacket and gloves do however smell like a dead yak.

LOL....Excuse my ignorance as I've never smelled a dead yak before. Not even sure what it is?

Mine had no odors at all...other than smelled like new.....no dead yak smell.

**2WheelFun** · 01-27-2005

OK...I do know what a yak is. Just couldn't associate it with the leathers since mine didn't smell....like a yak! LOL

Mr_Lycos · 01-27-2005

Only a few of the jackets o n their website are measured in inches (ie. 46, 48, 56). The jacket I got was in traditional S-M-L-XL sizing. Fit is a little snug around the middle, but thats because I need to lose a few

tnhunter · 01-27-2005

Has anyone tried those buffalo leather jackets? I am looking for a winter leather rider. How cold does everyone really ride in. I just got my bike this summer and I have ridden down to about 40. No windshield, I am old school. I have seen police riding when it was 18! If its not at least above freezing she sits in the garage.

*ispeed77* · 01-27-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by tnhunter

Has anyone tried those buffalo leather jackets? I am looking for a winter leather rider. How cold does everyone really ride in. I just got my bike this summer and I have ridden down to about 40. No windshield, I am old school. I have seen police riding when it was 18! If its not at least above freezing she sits in the garage.

look at some of the recent posts, that question has been asked just recently. wish i could remember the name of the post, maybe do a search for "cold"

T-man · 01-28-2005

a YAK........too funny, Whistle!!

jnk · 01-30-2005

i have a first gear scout III water repellent leather jacket it is supose to keep you dryer than other leather jackets and they claim it will dry over night it has a snap out liner and vents for warmer weather and optional padding for the shoulders,elbows,& back but it is pricey www.motorcyclecloseouts.com about 285 i paid 3 also i have chaps and just bought cap pants they are leather pants with zippers all the way up both legs

**2WheelFun** · 01-30-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by T-man

a YAK........too funny, Whistle!!

My leathers didn't come with horns either!

01-25-2005	#21 (permalink)
flynsouth It's time for me to ride BTK Expert Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 806	I wear a Fieldsheer leather jacket that has opening zippers in the chest (and removable armour) for warmer weather and Vance Chaps that work great. In the summer I'm back to shirts/vest and have a nylon jacket for the cold mornings. May not be the safest on the planet but sure is comfortable. __________________ 2006 Midnight Nomad 2002 Pagan Gold Meanie Honda CR250R

01-25-2005	#22 (permalink)
T-man Deerslayer & BTK Expert Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 1,266	Hey Speed...did you mean "ma" as in mommy or "Ma" as in Taxachusetts...er, Massachusetts? __________________ T-man VROC #12333 2005 V2K Ltd 2001 1500 Classic FI http://www.geocities.com/tensman_99/mcpics.html

01-25-2005	#23 (permalink)
dacvulcan Newbie Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Virginia Posts: 13	River Road Cruiser Jacket Check out this jacket: http://www.motorhelmets.com/htm1/app...road-table.htm It is a true all-season jacket. For spring and summer it has a mesh lining with chest, sleeve, and back zippered vents. For fall and winter it has a snap in liner including sleeves with velcro attachments at the cuffs instead of the flakey hook and button on some jackets. The collar has snaps so it won't flap in the breeze.

01-25-2005	#24 (permalink)
kyhick1 Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Cummings, GA Posts: 837	speed you've hit the BIG TIME man!!!!! congrats. Heather __________________ Extremely Blessed and Glad to Be alive!!! 1981 Kz550a 1982 KZ750 Spectre 1984 BMW R80RT 1980 Honda 100 Dirt

01-26-2005	#25 (permalink)
archer Finally Got Into First Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Apache Junction AZ Posts: 70	wow! Wow! Everyone had a lot of different choices on the jackets! And from all over, thats great! I'am going to let this soak in a bit before I go buy something. Thanks everyone!!!!! I'am wearing a sweat shirt and windbreaker. LOL. I NEED TO UP GRADE A LITTLE!!!

01-26-2005	#28 (permalink)
dodger Newbie Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Mississippi Posts: 19	You might also look at the link below. Prices are a little higher, but the quality is great. __________________ www.stuffforbikers.com

01-26-2005	#29 (permalink)
xepathfinder Top Gear Full Throttle BTK Expert Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 308	I also have a Wilson leather jacket in black that I bought 5 years ago( 4 years before I got the bike) with a zip out Thinsulate liner, the coat is very heavy, heaviest leather coat I have ever tried on and very warm, no wind gets through it at all, and it fits the cruiser look. Paid like 130 bucks on sale for it. I got a brown coat from JC Penneys it is not leather but feels like it, My fiance calls it my rubber coat , it actually has PVC in it, it was on sale for like 29.99, looks great, should make a great coat for early summer night and early fall rides. __________________ 2004 800 Vulcan Classic Cobra backrest Cobra floorboards Mustang Daytripper seat Last edited by xepathfinder : 01-26-2005 at 08:48 PM.

01-27-2005	#30 (permalink)
Bud Cruising In Fourth Gear BTK Intermediate Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Carlisle, PA Posts: 229	I wore denim and leather for years, but when I bought the new Triumph, I also got my wife and I Triumph jackets that imitate Joe Rocket. Now I'm riding a Harley, but I will NEVER stop riding with those jackets. If you've never tried one, you seriously owe it to yourself to try one. Plus, according to crash tests, they are even safer then leather because of the dedicated armor(unless you take them out like I did). After a couple of weeks it's like being with a close friend that DON'T weigh you down.

01-27-2005	#31 (permalink)
Mr_Lycos Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Carthage, NY Posts: 950	I just received my order from ww.bikerleather.com. Ordered on monday, received on thursday (standard shipping too!). Items were not crash-tested for a variety of reasons Heres the first impression rundown Gloves: Slightly snug for their size, but thats good. I cant stand the feel of loose gloves. The leather is unblemished (no scars, rips, or holes), the stitching is good, and the "gel" in the palms is thicker than in my Harley-Davidson brand gloves of similar design. jacket: I ordered jacket BMJ210, which is a traditional biker jacket (also sometimes called a police jacket). It has a zip-out thinsulate liner, quilted interior (including full arms), side lacing, and a full belt which is removable. It was also advertised as having a "longer back". The back isn't stylistically much longer than my Harley-Davidson jacket, so I'm not sure what its longer than. The hardware is unplated brass. Some people might miss the nickel/chrome plating, but I don't really care. The leather is thick, and didn't have any scars, tears, or holes.The jacket and gloves do however smell like a dead yak. I'm not sure if this is caused by something from shipping, but seriosuly.... I'm gonna need to spray this thing down with automotive 'leather interior' scent. The jacket is designed in the USA and manufactured in Pakistan. All in all these items are a steal at these prices.

01-27-2005	#32 (permalink)
Boss Hawg Foil Inspector BTK Beginner Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Warrenton, VA. Posts: 116	Good to know Mr. Lycos. Keep us posted on the smell!! By the way how was the fit to what you ordered. They recommend upsize. I am a 50 so I will order a 52. I called to see what that is equal to, XL,XXL, or XXXL. They said XXL. Whistle Clean, did you have smell problem too? BH __________________ "Life is tough, but it's tougher if your stupid!" by John Wayne in the Sands of Iwo Jima 2004 Vulcan 1600 Classic - White Last edited by Boss Hawg : 01-27-2005 at 03:35 PM.

01-27-2005	#34 (permalink)
2WheelFun the "fun" guy Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Albion, Washington "Pacific Northwest" Posts: 32,674	OK...I do know what a yak is. Just couldn't associate it with the leathers since mine didn't smell....like a yak! LOL __________________ *KING KAHUNA* *2007 V2K LT* ****PICS** 2007 Brute Force 650i **PICS** I love the smell of SeaFoam in the morning**

01-27-2005	#35 (permalink)
Mr_Lycos Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Carthage, NY Posts: 950	Only a few of the jackets o n their website are measured in inches (ie. 46, 48, 56). The jacket I got was in traditional S-M-L-XL sizing. Fit is a little snug around the middle, but thats because I need to lose a few

01-27-2005	#36 (permalink)
tnhunter Way Too Much Free Time BTK Expert Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Nashville "music city" Posts: 1,320	Has anyone tried those buffalo leather jackets? I am looking for a winter leather rider. How cold does everyone really ride in. I just got my bike this summer and I have ridden down to about 40. No windshield, I am old school. I have seen police riding when it was 18! If its not at least above freezing she sits in the garage. __________________ 87 vn1500b 88se Jardine pipes stage 1 jet 87 Gl1200I Goldwing load up, head out.

01-28-2005	#38 (permalink)
T-man Deerslayer & BTK Expert Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 1,266	a YAK........too funny, Whistle!! __________________ T-man VROC #12333 2005 V2K Ltd 2001 1500 Classic FI http://www.geocities.com/tensman_99/mcpics.html

01-30-2005	#39 (permalink)
jnk Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 872	i have a first gear scout III water repellent leather jacket it is supose to keep you dryer than other leather jackets and they claim it will dry over night it has a snap out liner and vents for warmer weather and optional padding for the shoulders,elbows,& back but it is pricey www.motorcyclecloseouts.com about 285 i paid 3 also i have chaps and just bought cap pants they are leather pants with zippers all the way up both legs

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