Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[chaosaddict]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

However what are the Non-mesh jackets called? Are they called Cordura?

Yes.
Basically, it can be either leather or textile when it comes to Jackets. Then you have Mesh and Cordura mostly in textile jackets, sometimes a mix of both.

[bbsrailfan]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Mate, i had the similar idea of getting a custom leather jacket done, but couldn't find the right guy to do it.
I had a particular Jacket in my mind (Wolverine Origins jacket :P

Had given the same idea to a friend of mine, and he had got it done (same pattern jacket) somewhere in Kerala, and the work done was flawless (but it was non-armored).
Could you tell me, if there is someone who could do it in Bangalore? And what about the armors, how to source them? Would SPG provide only armors?

I came across this guy in Commercial Street who is willing to do it for me. You can approach him, he is on one of the bylanes adjacent to Woodys, though I don't recall his shop name. I didn't have to search for armors, as I will use the ones from my Cramster and interchange the armors between the leather and the textile jacket as needed (rainy seasons )

I guess you too can reuse the armors from your existing jacket, or can get the armors from Knox. Sunny bhai, or VJ may be able to point you in the right direction.

[Vykier]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Quick Question: Are Orazo boots retailing anywhere in Bangalore? Do Orion Motors stock them? or are they available online?

Thanks all.

Cheers.

[Soul_Hunter]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I came across this guy in Commercial Street who is willing to do it for me. You can approach him, he is on one of the bylanes adjacent to Woodys, though I don't recall his shop name. I didn't have to search for armors, as I will use the ones from my Cramster and interchange the armors between the leather and the textile jacket as needed (rainy seasons )

I guess you too can reuse the armors from your existing jacket, or can get the armors from Knox. Sunny bhai, or VJ may be able to point you in the right direction.

That's a great idea actually. If it works out then i'm also interested in going for a custom leather jacket.Do post a review after its done.


Cheers

[Chandrajit]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Guys please suggest a good Balaclava. I have seen many a* Balaclava in stores (sold for 250rs) fear of getting duped by a duplicate one.


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[nadz11.ns]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Guys please suggest a good Balaclava. I have seen many a* in stores (sold for 250rs) fear of getting duped by a duplicate one.

Buy Spartan Balaclava.

[prateek2210]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Guys please suggest a good Balaclava. I have seen many a* Balaclava in stores (sold for 250rs) fear of getting duped by a duplicate one.
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You are already duped . It made you think that A* can be sold at 250 bucks :P

[Chandrajit]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

You are already duped . It made you think that A* can be sold at 250 bucks :P

I didnt believe them. Not duped as yet. While I know many people swear by the ORIGINAL A* goods. Does it make any difference compared to a Spartan Balaclava.

Thanks

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[bbsrailfan]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

You are already duped . It made you think that A* can be sold at 250 bucks :P

What difference does it make? Branded, Unbranded or Fake branded, at the end of the day, it's just an undergarment, meant to be worn under the helmet. I'd take the originality seriously if it had some exposure to the elements, but a balaclava isn't exposed to any of the elements, doesn't face a risk of abrasion. All it does is keep you warm and absorb sweat. Can someone tell me why not to opt for a Rs.200 balaclava?

[snehithpereira]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

What difference does it make? Branded, Unbranded or Fake branded, at the end of the day, it's just an undergarment, meant to be worn under the helmet. I'd take the originality seriously if it had some exposure to the elements, but a balaclava isn't exposed to any of the elements, doesn't face a risk of abrasion. Can someone tell me why not to opt for a Rs.200 balaclava?

Btw u do get good balaclavas for Rs. 200, LGU sells them, can't recall the brand though. ( [MENTION=65606]nooblet[/MENTION] , [MENTION=60363]Srvn[/MENTION] IIRC u guys picked it up)

If by rs. 200, u were referring to the ones with a marked price of rs.200 that are given away at several helmet stores as freebies then these are the differences:

Thicknesses and texture are way to different, this adds to rider comfort on longer rides

The porous (ness ) for dust to come in is more on those cheap balaclavas than premium ones

Premium don't make ur hairfall as much as the others ( no scientific basis for this point just an observation from my end)

And finally premium ones do look better

[bbsrailfan]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Btw u do get good balaclavas for Rs. 200, LGU sells them, can't recall the brand though. ( @nooblet , @Srvn IIRC u guys picked it up)
If by rs. 200, u were referring to the ones with a marked price of rs.200 that are given away at several helmet stores as freebies then these are the differences:
Thicknesses and texture are way to different, this adds to rider comfort on longer rides

I don't feel comfortable wearing one while riding, so never used them but recently picked up one from commercial street for a buddy. It was reasonably thick, but a perfect fit under his helmet and warm. The quoted price was 300. We bargained and got it for 200 bucks. It was an unbranded one. I haven't seen what helmet shops offer as freebies - atleast Helmet paradise didn't offer me one with my LS2

[snehithpereira]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I haven't seen what helmet shops offer as freebies - atleast Helmet paradise didn't offer me one with my LS2

Now you have been duped go insist for one,

and if you got the time ask the owner why new vega axxor is better than SOL believe me you will have the time of your life :thumbup:

[nooblet]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Btw u do get good balaclavas for Rs. 200, LGU sells them, can't recall the brand though. ( @nooblet , @Srvn IIRC u guys picked it up)

If by rs. 200, u were referring to the ones with a marked price of rs.200 that are given away at several helmet stores as freebies then these are the differences:

Thicknesses and texture are way to different, this adds to rider comfort on longer rides

The porous (ness ) for dust to come in is more on those cheap balaclavas than premium ones

Premium don't make ur hairfall as much as the others ( no scientific basis for this point just an observation from my end)

And finally premium ones do look better

[MENTION=37862]snehithpereira[/MENTION] it was mototech and it cost 250 Rs. and it's worth the money.
The one that comes free with helmets is absolutely useless, I used both on my west coast ride and I couldn't use the free balaclava for more than 30 min's it was drenched in sweat and it was very irritating to wear it.
The mototech one I used it for 3 days without even washing it , it was very good at absorbing the sweat and was comfortable even after a long ride.
I could give more details, but I would keep things short, and say you get what you pay for....the mototech one is worth it.

[bbsrailfan]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

ask the owner why new vega axxor is better than SOL believe me you will have the time of your life :thumbup:

I really think I should. There seems to be a war going on at the helmets thread over the Axor!

[krish2778]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

What difference does it make? Branded, Unbranded or Fake branded, at the end of the day, it's just an undergarment, meant to be worn under the helmet. I'd take the originality seriously if it had some exposure to the elements, but a balaclava isn't exposed to any of the elements, doesn't face a risk of abrasion. All it does is keep you warm and absorb sweat. Can someone tell me why not to opt for a Rs.200 balaclava?

A good question, but a good balaclava does have many property which a fake one for the same price wont offer.
The softness of the cloth, the ability to absorb sweat and not transfer it to the helmet, and it should not give any rashes onto the skin, should not be suffocating type once worn. Considering a such options it is better to get a branded one like spartan(250-300) rather than some knock off stuff at the same rate.

I use the spartan balaclava and would recommend it, it is very soft on the skin, can be worn without problems for long rides, the sweat is absorbed nicely and keeps the helmet from having that "used" smell

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna