Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[burnrubbernotursoul]

Friends, am planning on buying the A* Reflex Elbow, Knee guard. Now, I see that there is only one universal size for them. Am a bit on the thinner side - so was wondering if it would be a good fit? Also, is it possible to wear them underneath the jacket/pants so as not to attract unwanted attention to myself?

If you are wearing it inside the pants then it will definitely be slightly loose (as you said you are on the thinner side.).

solution: here's how you can shortened the elastic band. fold the elastic band and get it stitched to the desired length.any tailoring shop would do it for 5-10 bucks.

It can be worn inside your jacket and pants.the reflex knee doesnt have any straps at the top which makes it feel slightly awkward if you wear it above your pants because as soon as you lean and when your knees are flexed you get this feeling that your knees are all exposed .the portion that was supposed to cover your knees is actually hanging below.but you get used to it very soon.i wear it inside my pants at all times.it gives me more confidence and besides i like the knee guard tightly hugging my knee.

Precaution : if you are wearing it inside your pants pls pull up your pants a little at the thigh before saddling the bike, this will free the knees and you will have better movement around the knee.

there is nothing like A* in terms of quality. if you have the money go for it.

[Sarvajit]

Guys can you recommend good touring gloves for around 1.2k?

Thank you

For your budget, I would recommend the Cramster MX3, since it is enhanced for daily use+daytrip (medium touring)

is Cramsters TWIST any good?,its 1.4k!

I'm using the Twist for touring&it is very comfy&tough. I went for it since I don't like full gauntlets. The semi gauntlet serves me well, doesn't get sweaty in summer&provides just enough cold protection too. Good palm padding.
The semi gauntlet covers the gap between the wrists&sleeve of the jacket, but has no protection there. If you are looking for full gauntlets with protection around the wrist, you would have to increase your budget to around Rs.2K.

[RanjithMN]

@varun and sarvajit

tnx guys,i wont be using it daily,only for touring,so ill mostly get the TWIST itself!

[lijok]

If you are wearing it inside the pants then it will definitely be slightly loose (as you said you are on the thinner side.).

solution: here's how you can shortened the elastic band. fold the elastic band and get it stitched to the desired length.any tailoring shop would do it for 5-10 bucks.

It can be worn inside your jacket and pants.the reflex knee doesnt have any straps at the top which makes it feel slightly awkward if you wear it above your pants because as soon as you lean and when your knees are flexed you get this feeling that your knees are all exposed .the portion that was supposed to cover your knees is actually hanging below.but you get used to it very soon.i wear it inside my pants at all times.it gives me more confidence and besides i like the knee guard tightly hugging my knee.

Precaution : if you are wearing it inside your pants pls pull up your pants a little at the thigh before saddling the bike, this will free the knees and you will have better movement around the knee.

there is nothing like A* in terms of quality. if you have the money go for it.

Thanks a lot for the tips bro...

[buvanrajd]

TWIST are a good deal, VFM, and as rohit said, very much reliable for winters and no doubt are very much comfortable for long rides.
Go for it..
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Can TWIST be used for daily city riding also. I am working in bangalore and I want a glove which can be used in Bangalore and also in bit hotter places like coimbatore(home town).

Can twist be used daily in weather conditions like chennai

[buvanrajd]

Any one checked the DSG 2010 Collection

[Prakrit Takkar]

guys can u help me with my choice for the following also any other hot deals you are aware of are welcome

Alpinestars T-Monterey Air-Flo Jacket - Street Bike - Closeout - Motorcycle Superstore

Alpinestars T-Magnum Black Label Jacket - DennisKirk.com

Alpinestars Rhoma Drystar Jacket - DennisKirk.com

check out this shift racing jacket out for 70$
Shift Racing Revolver Jacket - Street Bike - Closeout - Motorcycle Superstore


Also i about the knee protection would a knee guard be sufficient if i'm planning on knee scraping antics, what could be the best possible solution considering i cannot afford the leather pants and want to walk back home without a broken leg

[bluevolt]

guys can u help me with my choice for the following also any other hot deals you are aware of are welcome

Alpinestars T-Monterey Air-Flo Jacket - Street Bike - Closeout - Motorcycle Superstore

Alpinestars T-Magnum Black Label Jacket - DennisKirk.com

Alpinestars Rhoma Drystar Jacket - DennisKirk.com

check out this shift racing jacket out for 70$
Shift Racing Revolver Jacket - Street Bike - Closeout - Motorcycle Superstore

If I were you, I would choose the Alpinestars Rhoma Drystar Jacket - has a waterproof lining which would be helpful if you are caught in a shower.

[Nio]

If I were you, I would choose the Alpinestars Rhoma Drystar Jacket - has a waterproof lining which would be helpful if you are caught in a shower.

An A* in 6k range sounds really tempting

[bunnymarwaha]

Here is the pic..
don't know if you like it or not!

the KTM glove you sent a pic which is avaiable in chopra, karol bagh - not sure if it is the same has a rubbery plastic thingh to protect the outer base edge of the palm. i found this very uncomfortable while riding as it causes your outer side to be slightly lifted up and eventually my wrist started to hurt. ignore if they are some other model.

[anshuljain]

guys can u help me with my choice for the following also any other hot deals you are aware of are welcome

Alpinestars T-Monterey Air-Flo Jacket - Street Bike - Closeout - Motorcycle Superstore

Alpinestars T-Magnum Black Label Jacket - DennisKirk.com

Alpinestars Rhoma Drystar Jacket - DennisKirk.com

check out this shift racing jacket out for 70$
Shift Racing Revolver Jacket - Street Bike - Closeout - Motorcycle Superstore


Also i about the knee protection would a knee guard be sufficient if i'm planning on knee scraping antics, what could be the best possible solution considering i cannot afford the leather pants and want to walk back home without a broken leg

drystar seems to be the best deal. how much would courier cost and what about the duties?

[lijok]

My new riding gear

Link to pics of my new set of riding gears.
Picasa Web Albums - Lijo - My riding gear

[Devilpulsarian]

Help me with some good store in US apart from motorcycle superstore, bikersden and bikebandit....!

[Swas]

Guyz,

Planning to buy a good riding gloves suitable for city/tour rides (also in rainy days). Anyone please suggest me which one is better?

[RanjithMN]

Guyz,

Planning to buy a good riding gloves suitable for city/tour rides (also in rainy days). Anyone please suggest me which one is better?

check out Cramsters TWIST,also check out the ProBikers one in AQ,i dont know if they are waterproof though