Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[prateek2210]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

You might be safe, what about other road users? Are you sure that all are sane. You are going to spend lacs on a bike, but can't shell 2% of that on good riding gears?

[soumen.sam]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

You might be safe, what about other road users? Are you sure that all are sane. You are going to spend lacs on a bike, but can't shell 2% of that on good riding gears?

Yea I keep my eye on everyone . You're right no doubt, just wanted something not too expensive. Please suggest some.

[prateek2210]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Yea I keep my eye on everyone [emoji14] . You're right no doubt, just wanted something not too expensive. Please suggest some.

Already suggested. Thanks for taking everyone granted. All the best.

[vivek7593]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Few minutes of sweat is far better than some bottles of blood.

Regarding removing gloves , my cramster does the work over the phone screen. I use bluetooth headset so that solves call receiving problem. Regarding taking out wallet and any stuff from pocket, I keep it in the ticket holder "type" pocket given in the gloves.

P.S : Mine is full gauntlet TRG2

Oh
Now i got to know why that space .. Till now i thought it's a space for ventilation ..
How effective is it ? By effective i mean can it hold toll tickets and some change ?

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[prateek2210]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Oh
Now i got to know why that space .. Till now i thought it's a space for ventilation ..
How effective is it ? By effective i mean can it hold toll tickets and some change ?

Sent from my AO5510 using xBhp Connect mobile app

Never kept any coins but yes tickets and money I keep it often.

[rahlp]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Already suggested. Thanks for taking everyone granted. All the best.

I have always noticed you shoo away people rather than helping them. He has a specific budget, he mentioned that clearly and he didnt force anyone to reply.

So no he did not take anyone for granted, with you its always like people should only buy whatever you suggest. You need to understand everyone has a budget. Although your concern about safety is understandable, if you always keep telling people to buy what you suggest and suppose they dont end up buying anything at all because of their budget constraints, that could put them in more trouble, if they end up not buying anything at all.

My point is something is better than nothing. So they should atleast buy basic gears first. People can always upgrade later.

Having said all that the general consensus is to spend atleast 10% of your motocycles amount on safety gears.


P.S. No offense intended.

[prateek2210]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I have always noticed you shoo away people rather than helping them. He has a specific budget, he mentioned that clearly and he didnt force anyone to reply.

So no he did not take anyone for granted, with you its always like people should only buy whatever you suggest. You need to understand everyone has a budget. Although your concern about safety is understandable, if you always keep telling people to buy what you suggest and suppose they dont end up buying anything at all because of their budget constraints, that could put them in more trouble, if they end up not buying anything at all.

My point is something is better than nothing. So they should atleast buy basic gears first. People can always upgrade later.

Having said all that the general consensus is to spend atleast 10% of your motocycles amount on safety gears.


P.S. No offense intended.

1) When did I shoo-ed people away, have you gone through all my posts? Dont judge me on just one reply. I didnt force him to buy, then whats the fuss?
2) He said, he is sane rider and watches everyone on the road, that means he is sure that even if he is riding sanely , everyone else would, so kindly explain who wants to force their opinion? Again if I had to force my options I would not have written numerous posts here on this forum specifically directing people based on their requirements. All the posts of specific member is available, please do your homework.
3) As per his other thread, he is going to buy a SBK (if its happening), cant he invest in better gears? There is a reason why some brands costs more, do go through their manufacturing videos to get a clear idea.
4) When did I say I want them in trouble? lease direct me to that specific post
5) When did I say its mandatory to spend 10% of value (I wrote 2% if you noticed). I have seen riders riding a RX100 and wearing K4, so I should ask them to degarde? I just said, big bike = big impact = (should) get better gears.

P.S : No offense intended

[drdanishkhannew.540]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

Posting with a PS note saying no offence doesnt mean one wont take offence.. i agree with your views though a person should ideally get gear worth 10% of the bikes cost but since most people belong to chalta hai category i would personally suggest getting a MT helmet worth 4k a jacket 6 k and gloves 2k.. you dont need full gauntlet gloves if you havent even tried semi before.. total around 12k.
And if you are one of those people who think riding gear is a waste of money . just get a helmet and pray you dont crash at triple digit speeds..
And if you are the cool showoff dude wearing slippers while revving your engine to oblivion.. dont buy anything.. roads are safer without you..

[rahlp]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

1) When did I shoo-ed people away, have you gone through all my posts? Dont judge me on just one reply. I didnt force him to buy, then whats the fuss?
2) He said, he is sane rider and watches everyone on the road, that means he is sure that even if he is riding sanely , everyone else would, so kindly explain who wants to force their opinion? Again if I had to force my options I would not have written numerous posts here on this forum specifically directing people based on their requirements. All the posts of specific member is available, please do your homework.
3) As per his other thread, he is going to buy a SBK (if its happening), cant he invest in better gears? There is a reason why some brands costs more, do go through their manufacturing videos to get a clear idea.
4) When did I say I want them in trouble? lease direct me to that specific post
5) When did I say its mandatory to spend 10% of value (I wrote 2% if you noticed). I have seen riders riding a RX100 and wearing K4, so I should ask them to degarde? I just said, big bike = big impact = (should) get better gears.

P.S : No offense intended

1) You did not understand my post. What I meant was people might end up buying nothing at all. You didnt force him or anyone but you did say he took everyone for granted.
2) It is just the way you put things. Anyways it just my opinion.
3) Of course he should buy thats why I mentioned 10% of the value of the bike.
4) pt 1
5) You didnt say that, I did. Please read again. And isnt 2% too less? if you buy a bike of 2 lacs.. you would just spend 4k on gears?

P.S : not replying to this anymore. Goodluck with helping people.

[drifter]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

People who wear ATGATT or atleast a pair of gloves, jackets etc everyday while commuting, how do you do manage? I just started wearing gloves everyday and i'm sick of them. I have to remove them everytime i have to use my phone/ remove the helmet, find something in my pockets or basically do anything with my hands and put them back on before riding.

I wear gloves on daily basis for my commute just 11 kms one way.
I don't take calls when riding, the phone is always in the bag.
Gloves becomes second skin after using it for some time just keep at it. Eventually you will miss them if you don't use.
I can remove my helmet with gloves on though its release is pretty easy.

[AngadV]

What riding gear is suitable for me?

First of all, to the mods, pretty sure this is the wrong place to post my thread, as it seems to deal only with reviews of riding gear, so I would request you to move it to the appropriate forum

Well guys, I have a few questions regarding riding gear. I have never ridden without a helmet, but that is all that I have ever worn. In fact I even wear a T-shirt a lot of the times while riding, and always jeans/pants. However, after browsing through XBhp, and reading a few threads, (such as All The Gear All The Time and such threads, where often gruesome accounts of lack of gear are highlighted), I see how important riding gear may be, especially seeing that I live in Bangalore where potholes and crazy riders seems to be the norm, I'd rather be safe than sorry.

However, I am a college student, and can't really wear all riding gear to college, especially the pants/knee pads and such.
Helmet and gloves are an easily feasible option; gloves can be easily put into my bag. I have a few questions regarding the riding jacket:
a. How bulky are riding jackets? Do they fit and look like any normal jacket or have a marked increase in bulk? If so, to what extent? And are there any thinner riding jackets available which solve the purpose? Can they be folded and put into a bag?
If not too big or bulky, I can accommodate and manage to add a riding jacket too, which can be folded and put into my bag too.
b. Will a normal jacket help? Say for example Puma's Ferrari jacket? (I'm doubtful too, but would just like someones opinion on this).

Regarding the pants/knee pads, I don't see any solution to that, any suggestions anyone? I have a dress code of formals, which means formal pants and shoes is what I wear. There would be absolutely no way I can change in and out of clothes, so can't really think of anything. Please suggest.

Which are good brands I could look for? For example, I've noticed Cramster, LS2 and such mentioned often here.

Also, now coming to particulars, what would be the approximate cost of gear? I am absolutely new to this, so I have no clue really. Which gloves/ jacket can you recommend to me based on my requirements? Regarding budget, I am unaware of general cost, so can't say much about that, but I wouldn't be able to convince my parents for obnoxious amounts like 10K for a jacket or 3K for gloves or such(Yeah I know, they think I want this stuff just to look cool :/, although I try to convince them otherwise).

Also, I had bought my helmet before being aware of any technical details, just went by inner padding and the ISI mark, could anyone tell me if what I have is okay? http://www.snapdeal.com/product/stud...cross/10093693
This is the one I have (I had bought it coz it looked cool, and was well padded, ventilated and such too, and at 1.6K seemed like a good bargain).

Would really like some inputs from members on this forum
Thanks a lot

[drdanishkhannew.540]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

The gloves have to be mildly comfortable to begin with imo.. i was gifted a full gauntlet set and i hated that thing but was a gift so couldnt complain.. tried wearing it daily but still the pain didnt go away.. had to abandon the poor thing in the end.. i dont expect the gloves to be extremely comfy but yeah the fingers shouldnt get numb from pain after a 100km ride.. also the feedback from the gloves was horrible and i couldnt operate the brake levers properly.. havent tried any other gloves since then.. And since there are no shops here i cant get a proper pair and have to wait till i get a chance to go to delhi.. any suggestions for shops in delhi where i can find genuine rynox and cramster gear?

[jRay]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

I wear gloves on daily basis for my commute just 11 kms one way.
I don't take calls when riding, the phone is always in the bag.
Gloves becomes second skin after using it for some time just keep at it. Eventually you will miss them if you don't use.
I can remove my helmet with gloves on though its release is pretty easy.

My helmet has a double d ring system, that is why i have a hard time using gloves. Even if i take it off with gloves on, putting it back on is tough.

[Shaktiv3]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

My helmet has a double d ring system, that is why i have a hard time using gloves. Even if i take it off with gloves on, putting it back on is tough.

I think you should start practicing removing helmets wearing gloves at home.. i have been doing it and i am getting better with the D Ring All the best

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And if you are one of those people who think riding gear is a waste of money . just get a helmet and pray you dont crash at triple digit speeds..

Strangely my mother told me why you are wasting money on riding gear? (13k) i just told her that the medical bills will cost me more and since, i already suffered a double leg break she told me to get riding pants as well.


Just get a helmet and a Medical Insurance

[Astrix]

Re: Universal : Riding Gear Thread

First, learn to choose your words wisely.

I beg to understand why am I being asked so ? I am new to the forum but not to riding and have suggested many friends to join it, given its freedom of opinion and the repository of knowledge

Secondly, the product is aimed at people who buy fake A* or Vega jackets between 3000 to 4000 rupees, due to a limited budget. To people who wear better quality jackets, this would obviously seem less. But then you can't expect Achillies' armor at this price, right?

I completely agree to this that the armors cannot be compared to the armors of the jacket that are sold at a higher price point, thus I was suggesting the chap to try and extend his budget and buy a jacket that is tried/tested and testified by users in the market- Aspida/Cramster/Rynox/etc. I felt the quality of that particular jacket labelled "Scimatar" was as bad as those fake A* ones (have not seen a Vega Jacket yet). Just to give you a background, I hail from a family that has seen materials day-in and day-out. Again it was my opinion which I chose to share. I have seen brands/products being thrashed, compliment upon one's experience. I just did the same thing.

Third, do you have any proof that SPG is involved in duping people? Or this is just an imagination? If you have some proof, please share it here and we may take necessary action.

Sir, I request you to let me know what words of mine meant that Spartan was duping people? I was asked a question that why would a known company would sell it here. I had a simple answer to it- "To make money" (which not only spartan but all brands do business for). I just casted my opinion that the jacket was of very bad quality. While the rest is a fact that it being sold by Spartan.

Fourth, I have no association with SPG, nor do I own any SPG branded apparel.

Same here, sir.