Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[Sunnyside_up!]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hello All
I wish to buy a riding jacket. I am 5'7" and have a medium build. I will ride 95% within the crowded streets of Bangalore. Once or twice a year, if at all, I may go out on long trips.

The jacket that I will end up buying will need to protect me from rain, cold and yet be breathable. I will wear dress shirts that cannot get damp from sweat. Easy washability is another priority. I will need protection pads. I have heard not too many positive things about DSG; so for about Rs 6000, I think my realistic choices are between Cramster Breezer 4S & Rynox Tornado or Asphalt.

Since I have not heard too many people vouch for Cramster (it also looks dowdy) and the Rynox doesn't look good (I am not too keen on having Rynox displayed across my butt), what other good-quality options do I have ? The Aspida jackets seem slightly expensive for what they are worth and I don't want to go through the disappointment @febinjoy has faced with the DSG Evo.

The Rjays Swift which sells at 6000 on Bachoo's website doesn't have thermal liner and has 500-grade protectors. Apart from these lack of features, has any one faced issues with build quality ?

Thanks in advance for all responses; this is going to be my first riding jacket.

P.S : I will be going to Let's Gear Up at HSR in the next 2-4 days.

Take a trip to Moto 101 in Lalbagh. SPG has launched a new model called the NEMESIS which may check all your boxes, including price.

[gkkarnik]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hello All
I wish to buy a riding jacket. I am 5'7" and have a medium build. I will ride 95% within the crowded streets of Bangalore. Once or twice a year, if at all, I may go out on long trips.

The jacket that I will end up buying will need to protect me from rain, cold and yet be breathable. I will wear dress shirts that cannot get damp from sweat. Easy washability is another priority. I will need protection pads. I have heard not too many positive things about DSG; so for about Rs 6000, I think my realistic choices are between Cramster Breezer 4S & Rynox Tornado or Asphalt.

Since I have not heard too many people vouch for Cramster (it also looks dowdy) and the Rynox doesn't look good (I am not too keen on having Rynox displayed across my butt), what other good-quality options do I have ? The Aspida jackets seem slightly expensive for what they are worth and I don't want to go through the disappointment @febinjoy has faced with the DSG Evo.

The Rjays Swift which sells at 6000 on Bachoo's website doesn't have thermal liner and has 500-grade protectors. Apart from these lack of features, has any one faced issues with build quality ?

Thanks in advance for all responses; this is going to be my first riding jacket.

P.S : I will be going to Let's Gear Up at HSR in the next 2-4 days.

I am currently using cramster breezer 4s for the past 6 months, and I am pretty happy with its a simple no-nonsense jacket. The mesh is pretty good, and once you are on the bike it doesn't feel hot at all.
Speaking on build quality, you cant compare a 6k jacket with 10k+. For the price its really good.

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[captain666]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Please recomend me a good glove around 2000-2500 for city highway both in summer and winter.

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If your are planing to do more highway and less city get the cramster TRG2, it's a full gauntlet and now for that price range this would the best .
The aspida pegasus was also a good option but due to recent price hike of all aspida products the VFM value is now gone . It was excellent for city use and good enough for the highway . Also it's a short type leather gloves which makes it easy to put on and off . Both are good for the summer , although am not sure how they will do in the winter.

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[prateek2210]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Sorry for the sms language. If you know any semi gauntlet gloves can yoh recommend any of them.

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Ok so you have Cramster Flux, Blaster and Tundra
Spartan Aspida Phaeton
DSG Phoenix, DSG Revive
Solace Aspire, Blaze, Passion
All the products are from their respective website

[ironmarine]

Universal : Riding Gears Thread

Guys,
Picked up a new jacket and knee armour today from Moto Armour - Whitefield
The pre purchase and my purchase has been very pleasing.
Ram, the owner of this shop is very knowledgeable and helped me choose the right product. Unlike few shops I have visited he will not pressurise you to pick the costly one saying it's the best. However, will show and explain to you all the products and will tell you which one is good and why. Now depending on your budget you can pick the items.

He has MT and Kronos range of helmets. He is expecting HJC in few days. Has got 3 brands in jackets, alpinestars, Zeus and Moto Tech jackets. And also riding pants.

This is what I picked up today


The jacket cost me 5781 and the knee guard a bionic one cost me 3270

Here is the alpinestars that he has


Address:


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[batMobile]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Hello All
I wish to buy a riding jacket. I am 5'7" and have a medium build. I will ride 95% within the crowded streets of Bangalore. Once or twice a year, if at all, I may go out on long trips.

The jacket that I will end up buying will need to protect me from rain, cold and yet be breathable. I will wear dress shirts that cannot get damp from sweat. Easy washability is another priority. I will need protection pads. I have heard not too many positive things about DSG; so for about Rs 6000, I think my realistic choices are between Cramster Breezer 4S & Rynox Tornado or Asphalt.

Since I have not heard too many people vouch for Cramster (it also looks dowdy) and the Rynox doesn't look good (I am not too keen on having Rynox displayed across my butt), what other good-quality options do I have ? The Aspida jackets seem slightly expensive for what they are worth and I don't want to go through the disappointment @febinjoy has faced with the DSG Evo.

The Rjays Swift which sells at 6000 on Bachoo's website doesn't have thermal liner and has 500-grade protectors. Apart from these lack of features, has any one faced issues with build quality ?

Thanks in advance for all responses; this is going to be my first riding jacket.

P.S : I will be going to Let's Gear Up at HSR in the next 2-4 days.

Hi, I've been using Rjays Swift for a couple of years now. Bought it for 6500 from Chopra Automobiles, Karol Bagh. It does come with a waterproof thermal lining and the quality is very good. Saved me once in an accident. My only complaint is that it comes only in black.

[batMobile]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Please recomend me a good glove around 2000-2500 for city highway both in summer and winter.

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Hi Pritesh,
I bought a pair of Taichi moto gloves from Karol Bagh a couple of years ago for 1650 bucks. The price on website is 70 USD. Short length gloves with part leather, part kevlar and part mesh construction. Excellent in summers and light winters. Perfect fit and finish.

[xionite]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

For the love of God! Will someone please change the GEARS in the thread title to GEAR!

It's been 7 years that i've been complaining about this spelling error.

I've reported my own post regarding this matter about a half dozen times.

It's Riding Gear NOT Riding Gears.

[vedavyasa86]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

planning to buyASPIDA - Pegasus Gloves from spartan pro gear / dealers.

any one who are using these gloves can please let me know, if they are good.

also there is no SIZE CHART on SPG website for gloves.

smallest size is 'M' - what are the actual measurements for size M. can some one please let me know.

thanks!

[captain666]

re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

planning to buyASPIDA - Pegasus Gloves from spartan pro gear / dealers.

any one who are using these gloves can please let me know, if they are good.

also there is no SIZE CHART on SPG website for gloves.

smallest size is 'M' - what are the actual measurements for size M. can some one please let me know.

thanks!

The ASPIDA pegasus is a pretty good gloves for the summer . It's perfect for city use and good enough for the highway . The ventilation is great and it's comfortable too .

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[The Monk]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

For the love of God! Will someone please change the GEARS in the thread title to GEAR!

It's been 7 years that i've been complaining about this spelling error.

I've reported my own post regarding this matter about a half dozen times.

It's Riding Gear NOT Riding Gears.

7 years in exile or Tibet

Man you do have a lot of patience. But thanks a lot for being persistent, till someone upped and took notice. That being me

Hope you can now shift gear and move on to other parts of the forum that need correction

[xionite]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

7 years in exile or Tibet

Man you do have a lot of patience. But thanks a lot for being persistent, till someone upped and took notice. That being me

Hope you can now shift gear and move on to other parts of the forum that need correction

hahaha! believe it or not this GEARS thing was on a thread even before the server crash. way back in 2005 i think.

my OCD nerves will be calmer every time i look at the LIVE feed now.

[gkkarnik]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

planning to buyASPIDA - Pegasus Gloves from spartan pro gear / dealers.

any one who are using these gloves can please let me know, if they are good.

also there is no SIZE CHART on SPG website for gloves.

smallest size is 'M' - what are the actual measurements for size M. can some one please let me know.

thanks!

Just like for shoes and clothes we have standards, the same thing applies for gloves.

Atleast till now which ever brand I have come across follows the same standard.
You can go to revzilla.com to check the sizing guide.

But I will recommend you that you go to a store and try, may not be the same glove, but of the same manufacturer.

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[joelgreen]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Can someone give me a review of the Cramster Blaster gloves? I was thinking of getting myself a pair!

[rick_7428]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Can someone give me a review of the Cramster Blaster gloves? I was thinking of getting myself a pair!

I bought the Blasters exactly a year ago, used them for around 12k kms( 90% city & 10% touring). I bought them from Xlimitz Adventure,Kothrud, Pune.
The Blasters are bit on downside if comfort is important to you otherwise you will get use to it in a week or so. Blasters are my first gloves i ever bought for biking so i didn't knew much to compare with other gloves, later on my friend bought Aspida - Pegasus Glove which i found very comforting compared to Blasters. Apart from the comfort the Blasters are very well Padded on impact zones of the palms. It has small holes in between the fingers for air supply so whenever you feel like it's getting hot in there then just loosen the close gripped fingers you will feel the air passing through although it does get little sweaty in summers, keep the fingers close to each other and it will help during winters. I have used them a couple of times during moderate rains, the water seeps into those air vents in few minutes thus getting your fingers drenched completely so i would suggest not to use them for monsoons. The Velcro Strap started losing its grip after 8-9 months of use but the hold still is quite enough to keep it attached. I never washed them or used any sort of liquid to extend the durability of the leather since the buy. Last month i skidded once due to gravel and fell at 20 km/h as it was a very mild spill the blasters saved me some small bruising on my left hand palm. At that time the glove didn't show any signs of damage. A month later the leather on finger tips started giving away on the left glove so i guess it did took a beating on that fall. The right glove is still in good condition as it didn't touch the ground during that incident. Despite that it is showing some signs of tear between the Velcro strap and the thumb stitching.
Overall the Gloves are very good and if you can take additional care of them they may last for quite a long time.

P.S: the attached images show the current condition of the Gloves after the wear & tear.

Price: ( Rs.2100/- Very decent pricing in this range)
Durability: 1-2 Years ( May be more, depends on the care you take)
Comfort: Bit uncomfortable until you get use to it.
Safety: Best it can provide with this price tag.