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  • Guys am planing to buy this protector next week, Alpinestars Bionic 2 Protection Jacket - Rs11,999.00

    plz let me know how good is this for regular use?
    can i use it in summer?
    can i wear it as inner with shirts?
    it's costs a lot for me so is it value for that money?

    shall i consider any cheaper alternative like AXO Protector Jacket H Evo - Rs9,900.00 this? or any jackets?

    Plz put ur opinions... am also purchaseing knee protector nd gloves.
    Last edited by sudipta_roy; 02-13-2009, 10:52 PM.
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myfWv...eature=related

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    • Originally posted by sudipta_roy View Post
      Guys am planing to buy this protector next week, Alpinestars Bionic 2 Protection Jacket - Rs11,999.00

      plz let me know how good is this for regular use?
      can i use it in summer?
      can i wear it inside?
      it's costs a lot for me so is it value for that money?

      shall i consider any cheaper alternative like AXO Protector Jacket H Evo - Rs9,900.00 this? or any jackets?

      Plz put ur opinions... am also purchaseing knee protector nd gloves.
      that jacket is good if u r a stunter, for normal street riding Y don't u rather go for a standard A* or Joe Rocket it'll cost u 10 - 11k..
      P.S.: go for Joe Rocket.. u might get it for less than 11 for sure.. mostly used by SBK riders here in Mumbai
      Those people who tell you not to take chances
      They are all missing on what life is about
      You only live once so take hold of the chance
      Don't end up like others the same song and dance

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      • No,am not stunter, wat is Joe Rocket? where can i purchase it? it's not available here in kolkata,doe's DSG selling it too?
        I need a protector which I can use in summer too.
        http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myfWv...eature=related

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        • For Joe Rockets, you can try http://www.performanceracingstore.net

          I agree with MotorBreath btw.
          Last edited by 46wannabe; 02-13-2009, 11:09 PM.
          10 Commandments:
          1)Thank thy God for being alive.
          2)Thou shalt respect one's own life and the live's of other road users.
          3)Thou shalt respect one's own bike.
          4)Love thy bike as thy self.
          5)Always wear safety gear.
          6)Alcohol is a strict NO!
          7)Thou may lust after thy neighbour's bike specially if its of the R1 kind!
          8)Thou shalt ride with 'ultra-most' care and caution when on Indian roads.
          9)Thou shalt never leave the engine running at long traffic halts.
          10)Thou shalt follow all of the above.

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          • Originally posted by 46wannabe View Post
            Why don't you try the DSG Ark or DSG Vector Gloves? They are listed on the site in all three sizes!

            As for the sizing, measure the inner side of your palm with a soft measuring tape, from the base of the palm to the tip of the middle finger. Mine is 17-18cms and size 'M' gloves fit me just fine.
            Hmmmm.....I cant seem to understand how the Ark and Vector differ from the Primals.Duhhh.....in any case my hands are size 20cms so I guess Large it is.
            Which ones do you guys suggest? The Ark gloves look good though.
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            • ^^i tried the M and L versions of the Ark type gloves today. There isnt much difference between the two. I found both to be quite comfortable. The XL is noticeably larger. Since your hand measures 20cms I would suggest an XL size, but I havent really measured the XL size gloves. So do get in touch with DSG and see what they can do. The L size just might fit you, you know!
              Last edited by 46wannabe; 02-13-2009, 11:53 PM.
              10 Commandments:
              1)Thank thy God for being alive.
              2)Thou shalt respect one's own life and the live's of other road users.
              3)Thou shalt respect one's own bike.
              4)Love thy bike as thy self.
              5)Always wear safety gear.
              6)Alcohol is a strict NO!
              7)Thou may lust after thy neighbour's bike specially if its of the R1 kind!
              8)Thou shalt ride with 'ultra-most' care and caution when on Indian roads.
              9)Thou shalt never leave the engine running at long traffic halts.
              10)Thou shalt follow all of the above.

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              • Originally posted by 46wannabe View Post
                ^^i tried the M and L versions of the Ark type gloves today. There isnt much difference between the two. I found both to be quite comfortable. The XL is noticeably larger. Since your hand measures 20cms I would suggest an XL size, but I havent really measured the XL size gloves. So do get in touch with DSG and see what they can do. The L size just might fit you, you know!
                Thanks.Ark it is then.Final.
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                "Some rise by sin, and some by virtue fall."

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                • ^^ cool! But ask DSG first ok. Trust me you don't wanna end up with the wrong gloves.


                  Here are mine though:


                  All the best!
                  Last edited by 46wannabe; 02-14-2009, 03:43 AM. Reason: Had to add pics.
                  10 Commandments:
                  1)Thank thy God for being alive.
                  2)Thou shalt respect one's own life and the live's of other road users.
                  3)Thou shalt respect one's own bike.
                  4)Love thy bike as thy self.
                  5)Always wear safety gear.
                  6)Alcohol is a strict NO!
                  7)Thou may lust after thy neighbour's bike specially if its of the R1 kind!
                  8)Thou shalt ride with 'ultra-most' care and caution when on Indian roads.
                  9)Thou shalt never leave the engine running at long traffic halts.
                  10)Thou shalt follow all of the above.

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                  • Originally posted by 46wannabe View Post
                    ^^ cool! But ask DSG first ok. Trust me you don't wanna end up with the wrong gloves.


                    Here are mine though:


                    All the best!
                    Thanks a ton Joey...looks really cool, to say the least. Good finish too...do share your experience with the gloves with us.
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                    • ^^I sure will! I havent used them on the bike as yet. Will update asap.
                      10 Commandments:
                      1)Thank thy God for being alive.
                      2)Thou shalt respect one's own life and the live's of other road users.
                      3)Thou shalt respect one's own bike.
                      4)Love thy bike as thy self.
                      5)Always wear safety gear.
                      6)Alcohol is a strict NO!
                      7)Thou may lust after thy neighbour's bike specially if its of the R1 kind!
                      8)Thou shalt ride with 'ultra-most' care and caution when on Indian roads.
                      9)Thou shalt never leave the engine running at long traffic halts.
                      10)Thou shalt follow all of the above.

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                      • and whats the price of these gloves?

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                        • I have these same gloves (gauntlets) but are not the DSG ones. These are really good, and very comfortable. Initially, you might not feel that way, but once you start using them regularly, it really becomes second nature to wear it each time. It is comfortable, not to mention inspires confidence too.
                          :)

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                          • Originally posted by sherry_unicornlover View Post
                            and whats the price of these gloves?
                            Rs. 2,600 including VAT

                            BTW I am adding an old pic of my friend wearing some of my gear. We wanted to try some in-house photos. Plus, I wanted get some logo/watermarks done too. Let me know how the logos came out, cause I'm still new to photoshop.


                            Cheers!
                            Joey
                            10 Commandments:
                            1)Thank thy God for being alive.
                            2)Thou shalt respect one's own life and the live's of other road users.
                            3)Thou shalt respect one's own bike.
                            4)Love thy bike as thy self.
                            5)Always wear safety gear.
                            6)Alcohol is a strict NO!
                            7)Thou may lust after thy neighbour's bike specially if its of the R1 kind!
                            8)Thou shalt ride with 'ultra-most' care and caution when on Indian roads.
                            9)Thou shalt never leave the engine running at long traffic halts.
                            10)Thou shalt follow all of the above.

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                            • Originally posted by 46wannabe View Post
                              Rs. 2,600 including VAT

                              BTW I am adding an old pic of my friend wearing some of my gear. We wanted to try some in-house photos. Plus, I wanted get some logo/watermarks done too. Let me know how the logos came out, cause I'm still new to photoshop.


                              Cheers!
                              Joey
                              What gloves are those?
                              sigpic
                              "Some rise by sin, and some by virtue fall."

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                              • Originally posted by nightwing View Post
                                What gloves are those?
                                Aah! Those are the DSG Armortek Gloves. They aren't the gauntlet style. They were available until just a few months ago. Purchased them through the site itself in September. They went off the product range somewhere around October-November.

                                I'm lucky to have gotten them. Because the leather used is really good. They are slightly similar to the Angels Racing Hooligan gauntlet in terms of the design of the metal parts. And the price was a meagre Rs. 1,494 including shipping!
                                Last edited by 46wannabe; 02-14-2009, 11:05 PM.
                                10 Commandments:
                                1)Thank thy God for being alive.
                                2)Thou shalt respect one's own life and the live's of other road users.
                                3)Thou shalt respect one's own bike.
                                4)Love thy bike as thy self.
                                5)Always wear safety gear.
                                6)Alcohol is a strict NO!
                                7)Thou may lust after thy neighbour's bike specially if its of the R1 kind!
                                8)Thou shalt ride with 'ultra-most' care and caution when on Indian roads.
                                9)Thou shalt never leave the engine running at long traffic halts.
                                10)Thou shalt follow all of the above.

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