Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[MidnightEvil Parth]

Re: Royal Enfield Touring Boots Mid Rise Black

Looks sweet, should add one to my list too.
Congrats on the purchase, ride safe.

Today, I received the Royal Enfield Touring Boots Mid Rise Black from amazon.in, costing ₹ 6,500. This is my first pair of lace-less, zip/velcro closure type riding boots, which I wanted to buy since a long time. They are very comfortable to wear and light-weight. Entry into and exit from the boots are very easy and quick. I went for a big round on my son's Interceptor 650 wearing the new boots and found it easy for shifting the gears. So, they should be much more easier on my Thunderbird 500 too with toe-and-heel-pushing gear lever. I found them comfortable with the semi-forward position of Interceptor 650. So, upright position in my Thunderbird 500 should be more comfortable.

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[J.Ravi]

Royal Enfield Touring Boots Mid Rise Black

Today, I received the Royal Enfield Touring Boots Mid Rise Black from amazon.in, costing ₹ 6,500. This is my first pair of lace-less, zip/velcro closure type riding boots, which I wanted to buy since a long time. They are very comfortable to wear and light-weight. Entry into and exit from the boots are very easy and quick. I went for a big round on my son's Interceptor 650 wearing the new boots and found it easy for shifting the gears. So, they should be much more easier on my Thunderbird 500 too with toe-and-heel-pushing gear lever. I found them comfortable with the semi-forward position of Interceptor 650. So, upright position in my Thunderbird 500 should be more comfortable.

[MidnightEvil Parth]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Rynox and Solace are the two brands you should be looking for.

Both provide branded well known protectors and are reliable.

Check the websites -

https://www.rynoxgears.com

https://www.solacegears.com

My recommendations for jackets - Solace Rival / Rynox Air GT3

For pants - increase budget to 7k, get Rynox Storm or Solace Tourjet

Edit - Adding tips

1. Look at material denier, in your budget range, atleast 600 Denier polyester is fine.

2. Look at protectors, since both of them supply CE level 2 protectors, you are covered on that part, no worries. (jacket)

3. Look at protector branding - go with reliable ones like Safetech / Powertector / Sastec / Knox / D3o. Both AIR GT3 and Rival L2 get protectors from Safetech.

4. Try out the jackets at a store for sizing help. Both these brands run exact same sizing guide so if you can try one, you can buy another online too, no worries.

5. Buy the one you like, ride safe.

Personally I have been using Solace Furious since 3 years, Rynox Air GT3 is a fresh addition to gears and for the pants I have been using Solace Coolpro. All of the gear has been super good for me. Just about choices.

Hey Guys,

This will be the first time I am buying a riding jacket and pants, not sure what features to look out for, any suggestions ? Planning for a jacket for around 6k and riding pants around the same range as well. Any first user tips would help.

[Dinesh 7554]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hey Guys,

This will be the first time I am buying a riding jacket and pants, not sure what features to look out for, any suggestions ? Planning for a jacket for around 6k and riding pants around the same range as well. Any first user tips would help.

Hi bro,

For a 6k budget Rynox air gt v3 is a good bet. I didn't own one, I researched a lot about jackets under 10k. Surprisingly rynox provides level 2 armour jackets for 6.3k budget. Go with the reputed brands and perfect fit.

I have no idea about the pants.

[varunrao94]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hey Guys,

This will be the first time I am buying a riding jacket and pants, not sure what features to look out for, any suggestions ? Planning for a jacket for around 6k and riding pants around the same range as well. Any first user tips would help.

[Dinesh 7554]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hey, I was too keen on getting the Tornado Pro v3, since I have been using Tornado Pro old one since very long time..They told me it should be available by mid feb.
When did you check with them..even I am waiting for it..it

2 weeks before

[Astrix]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hi Guys,

I checked with the rynox customer support for Tornado Pro 3 jacket. They said it Will be back in next 50 working days. (almost 2 months).it's worth to wait or can I go for TBG KNIGHT jacket?

If anyone has a experience in tbg knight please let me know it Will be more helpful.

Hey, I was too keen on getting the Tornado Pro v3, since I have been using Tornado Pro old one since very long time..They told me it should be available by mid feb.
When did you check with them..even I am waiting for it..it

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Yes bro, definitely. I took Rynox Air GT3 after weighing all other options. I thought Safetech armours will be heavy but their CE level 2 ones are light and never felt them intruding my riding these past few days. Fits really good too. Tomorrow doing a 520kms ride, shal post my proper impressions soon.

SMK Stellar helmet has been fabulous so far. Really low wind noise at 100kph with the vents closed. No fogging at all in my morning commutes and traffic snarls due to Pinlock 30. Though it weighs the same as my almost 3 year old Studds Shifter, it feels so lighter and fits snug. It has almost the same plush interiors as my friend's HJC lid too. Kudos to SMK for building a great quality lid! Though my next helmet upgrade will be a fibreglass one from MT for sure.

Cheers

I have always recommended and leaned towards SMK helmets for what they had to offer. Apart from sizing discrepancies on different shells, the quality, build, fit and finish is excellent when compared to the price. SMK are great VFM than MT and a couple of other helmet brands out there.

Hi Guys,

I checked with the rynox customer support for Tornado Pro 3 jacket. They said it Will be back in next 50 working days. (almost 2 months).it's worth to wait or can I go for TBG KNIGHT jacket?

If anyone has a experience in tbg knight please let me know it Will be more helpful.

TBG I personally think are overpriced and overhyped. The same jacket what they are retailing can be purchased at 7 to 8k max, with an even better chassis, and personally don't recommend TBG, for one, their gloves are garbage. BBG on the other hand are good, but again aren't that great when it comes to quality, fit and finish. Rynox, Viaterra, Solace, SPG and SPR. I'd personally recommend you to check this out.

https://snaefellperformanceracing.com/spr-torque-l2-jacket

Out of stock, yet a fantastic package. The best out there yet.

Cheers!
VJ

[Dinesh 7554]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hi Guys,

I checked with the rynox customer support for Tornado Pro 3 jacket. They said it Will be back in next 50 working days. (almost 2 months).it's worth to wait or can I go for TBG KNIGHT jacket?

If anyone has a experience in tbg knight please let me know it Will be more helpful.

[jazzysaravana]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Guys,

Help me to choose the best gloves for touring.

Stuck between short cuff gloves and full gauntlet gloves. Which is best for touring?

My budget is 3k. Please suggest some best gloves in the market.

Hi, if touring on raining and colder regions then it's better to go with full gauntlet gloves with waterproof capabilities. If touring/commuting in hotter and humid areas then semi-gauntlet with mesh or perforations on the finger points of the gloves gives nice airflow to escape the heat. It's best, if you two pairs separately for both conditions.

This pair of gloves seems to a be a value for money full gauntlet type with waterproof capabilities. Since new launch by a fairly new company they are giving it away at Rs.2200. Highly recommended by a ZX-10R owner from Amazon reviews. https://snaefellperformanceracing.com/spr-gp-1-gloves

Viateraa, Rynox and Raida make great short cuff gloves too..

Like another xbhpian has said many full gauntlet gloves from top brands will be only available north of Rs 3500 and Rs 4500..

Cheers

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Cheers on your new purchase. Ride safe. Hope I helped you.

Yes bro, definitely. I took Rynox Air GT3 after weighing all other options. I thought Safetech armours will be heavy but their CE level 2 ones are light and never felt them intruding my riding these past few days. Fits really good too. Tomorrow doing a 520kms ride, shal post my proper impressions soon.

SMK Stellar helmet has been fabulous so far. Really low wind noise at 100kph with the vents closed. No fogging at all in my morning commutes and traffic snarls due to Pinlock 30. Though it weighs the same as my almost 3 year old Studds Shifter, it feels so lighter and fits snug. It has almost the same plush interiors as my friend's HJC lid too. Kudos to SMK for building a great quality lid! Though my next helmet upgrade will be a fibreglass one from MT for sure.

Me trying the Storm EVO but settled for Air GT for now



The money I saved from getting Storm Evo 3(mostly my next jacket) I got Orazo Picus Riding boots. Good quality boots, though I felt it could've been Rs500 lesser.


Pic from last night short ride..


Cheers

[MidnightEvil Parth]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Cheers on your new purchase. Ride safe. Hope I helped you.

Hi guys,

Thank you so much for guiding me to get the proper riding gears. I wanted to go in steps, so didn't spend heavily.

Got Rynox Air GT 3 Grey/Red 2XL fits me perfectly. Safetech CE Level 2 all around except chest. Tried Solace Rival too, but the wrist zip was low quality and didn't like colour combination. ₹6350 at Motogear, Chennai

SMK Stellar Dyanamo with Pinlock 30 fits perfectly without any pressure points in L size - ₹3800 at Southern Helmet Centre, Chennai

Orazo Picus Riding Boots size 9 - ₹3,799at Motogear, Chennai



Already got Viateraa Holeshot gloves 4 weeks ago and enjoying it too.

Pending
Solace Gravel Denim riding jeans or Solace Coolpro v2 riding pants

Cheers

[Thamps]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Full gauntlet will be safer.since you want one for touring ease of removal can be traded for safety.via terra grid can be considered since it has palm sliders and has one year warranty too.feeels comfortable and passes enough air unlike gloves like cramster trg 2.but priced at 4500 and above
Trg2 also was a nice glove and it's the cheapest in FG i guess

[Dinesh 7554]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Guys,

Help me to choose the best gloves for touring.

Stuck between short cuff gloves and full gauntlet gloves. Which is best for touring?

My budget is 3k. Please suggest some best gloves in the market.

[alphamike_1612]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Will check..!
Thanks

[jazzysaravana]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hi guys,
Does anyone use the cramster Dash gloves?
Reviews please?
Compared to the Rynox Shield Pro SPS gloves, how are they?
The ReGear store salesman here in Chennai told me they were equal if not better.
What do you think?
Primary use is for rides that are usually 300-400 kms/day in all seasons.(will leather be an issue)

Hi, try Viaterra Holeshot for ₹199 more than Cramster.

Really comfortable due to perforated goat skin leather and has Knox SPS sliders in the palm too. Good airflow even in tight traffic situations.

Cheers