Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[n_aditya]

Guys , I am looking to buy a pair of decent gloves by this week. Budget 3k max. Short cuff gloves preferrable.
I dont my new gloves to be waterproof coz these generally are not usable in hot , city riding conditions. But I dont want soaking wet palms that you get in a full textile glove like the Cross gloves that I currently use.
So the best glove for me would be ? options :
Axo Pro Race AXO Pro Race Gloves : Black - 2,499.00Rs
DSG Nitro DSG Nitro Gloves: Black - 2,749.00Rs
DSG Revive DSG Revive Gloves - 1,990.00Rs

I would suggest the DSG Revive. Have been using them for over a year now and they are nothing short of excellent.

Ample protection and high quality leather makes this glove a real deal VFM product. Kevlar armor on the knuckles and fingers provide all the protection you need and air vents on the fingers keep you cool, even in scorching summers. Build quality is really good and after using them for 13500 kms they still have a lot more to go.

P.S. Use the search feature. I have posted my feedback on the revive gloves multiple times on this thread.

[Eshan-P180]

Sorry to go OT but , any inputs guys ? kinda desperate here

I suggest Revive...
The reason being -
They are made of genuine leather which is long lasting. I mean you surely know the difference between textile products and leather products. The gloves also offer high end protection, AXO ones to my knowledge have inbuilt or injected armor, which is not that great if you have a fall since the top leather will be face abrasion. Nitro are good too but the price is too high, its good that you have narrowed down to leather products only. AXO looks fragile, i had tried the glove and didnt find it that protective. Nitro again yes its good, but then you are getting the Revive less and offers equal protection.

Revive is superb and accommodates the hand perfectly. They are also cheap compared to others.

I would suggest the DSG Revive. Have been using them for over a year now and they are nothing short of excellent.

Ample protection and high quality leather makes this glove a real deal VFM product. Kevlar armor on the knuckles and fingers provide all the protection you need and air vents on the fingers keep you cool, even in scorching summers. Build quality is really good and after using them for 13500 kms they still have a lot more to go.

P.S. Use the search feature. I have posted my feedback on the revive gloves multiple times on this thread.

Perfecto....
this is the reason they are superb and VFM, two of my friends here are using it and they do not feel the micro tips of the grips at all. The leather is soft and provides ample protection. Completely agree with you buddy!!

[ashwin208]

Thanks for all your inputs guys. And I forgot about the search option
@nathanvignesh , I am not able to find any person in bangalore who stocks axo gloves. Axo came in the list only coz dsg is offering a discount.

Also , Between revive and nitro , which will remain dryer in rains ? I know they are not waterproof but both are full leather construction.

[aargee]

They do accept International CC's....but they dont accept International shipping address...

Err...do you think I'm not aware of these? I spoke to them yesterday & they clearly said they cannot accept & the same has been reflected in my paypal account.

[Ananth]

Motorcycle Gloves | Motorcycle Glove

Nice cheap set of gloves i saw while searching on the web.. Use coupon code "GL50" to get a 20$ off - So you get a awesome full gauntlet glove for 20$!!!

Now, Since i revealed this tip - would some one get this for me from USA pleaseeee

[Noor]

Thread 'Nitrile Gloves' approved and merged

[aargee]

Hmmm, any jackets/gloves you recommend?

How about this Jacket - Power Trip VTX Mesh Jacket

I just bought this one; last evening I remember seeing MD & L sizes, but, now they're all gone.

[Sunnyside_up!]

Sunny - As I expected some issues, MC couldn't process my order. They said they cannot accept international CC's nor they could accept Paypal accounts linked to intl CC's. I'm finding alternatives for Jacket now.

Meanwhile, I'm contemplating between the two knee guards. Which can provide a comfortable & better protection?
Alpinestars Reflex Knee Guards - Street Bike - Motorcycle Superstore
Fox Racing Titan Race Knee Guard - Dirt Bike Motocross - Motorcycle Superstore
Fox Racing Titan Sport Knee Guards - Dirt Bike Motocross - Motorcycle Superstore

Personally I don't think any of them are suitable because from what I can see, the actual knee portion is flapped and not strapped down. I've seen several guys using these types of armor (especially the fake FOX versions) and I really doubt they would hold in place in a fall/slide unless they were worn UNDER motocross pants, which is what they were originally designed to do. When worn over pants, they also tend to scratch your paint-work near/on the tank ( well at least it does for me ).

I'm thinking that you want something to wear with regular jeans because you already have a pair of riding pants, right? If that be the case, I would strongly recommend the Forcefield Limb Tubes which are worn under jeans/pants and literally fit like a glove. I think that they are called T-Pro in the US. Very comfortable for all-day use and actually CE rated. Been using them for about 8 months and find them superb.

Alternatively, just go for a pair of riding jeans! Draggin', JR and several others all make similar products.

[Sunnyside_up!]

Folks,

Any pointers on where we can buy nitrile gloves? Location-Bangalore but willing to get it shipped as long as it is in India.

TIA!

Mods - Couldn't find a thread on the nitrile gloves. If there is a thread on a similar topic, please merge. Thanks!

Regular nitrile or mechanic's nitrile gloves? What application?

[aargee]

Sunny - What's your take on the Jacket that I bought? If you don't have good opinion, I'll cancel/change the order right away as its yet to be shipped. The question on the Jacket is this one - http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...T.ac=SLIsearch

When worn over pants, they also tend to scratch your paint-work near/on the tank ( well at least it does for me )

Shoots!!! Never thought on this point

I'm thinking that you want something to wear with regular jeans because you already have a pair of riding pants, right?

Yes, its a pain to wear riding pants everyday to office & that's the reason I wanted a knee guard.

Forcefield Limb Tubes which are worn under jeans/pants and literally fit like a glove

Tks; I'll search for it right away.
Edit - Is it this one - http://www.motostrano.com/tpfoboar.html OR http://www.tripleaughtdesign.com/App...ies/T-Pro-Pads

Alternatively, just go for a pair of riding jeans! Draggin', JR and several others all make similar products.

Well...I'm more of looking for everyday use; While I get your point, especially, I'm impressed with the Kevlar material, I can't use them to office everyday. For any leisure day ride, I've my JR riding pants which is good.

[The Celebrity]

Tks; I'll search for it right away.

Forcefield Limb Tube Knee Armour | Forcefield Body Armour and Climate Control

[aargee]

Forcefield Limb Tube Knee Armour | Forcefield Body Armour and Climate Control

Aah!!! This is Euro while I'm still in $$$
I could easily buy a Alpinestar's Bionic knee guard, but, like I said before, I'm looking for a quick to wear substitute for my riding pants & that has to be less in price. Though this one could be easy to wear, but waaaay too expensive & would certainly put my riding pants in front

Thanks man!!!

[The Celebrity]

Aah!!! This is Euro while I'm still in $$$
I could easily buy a Alpinestar's Bionic knee guard, but, like I said before, I'm looking for a quick to wear substitute for my riding pants & that has to be less in price. Though this one could be easy to wear, but waaaay too expensive & would certainly put my riding pants in front

Thanks man!!!

Forcefield Limb Tube <--- this is n $$$
let me know if you find a source to ship it... I want a pair too...

[aargee]

let me know if you find a source to ship it... I want a pair too...

Lol Dude...I'm already here & its been three weeks now If its light weight as a cloth, then, go for it & order it ASAP 'cause I'm coming back soon. Any more info, PM me or send a message via FB.

[Sunnyside_up!]

Sunny - What's your take on the Jacket that I bought? If you don't have good opinion, I'll cancel/change the order right away as its yet to be shipped. The question on the Jacket is this one - Power Trip VTX Mesh Jacket - Cruiser Motorcycle - Motorcycle Superstore


Shoots!!! Never thought on this point


Yes, its a pain to wear riding pants everyday to office & that's the reason I wanted a knee guard.


Tks; I'll search for it right away.
Edit - Is it this one - Tpro Body Armor - Motostrano.com OR T-Pro Knee & Elbow Armor


Well...I'm more of looking for everyday use; While I get your point, especially, I'm impressed with the Kevlar material, I can't use them to office everyday. For any leisure day ride, I've my JR riding pants which is good.

Can't comment on the jacket since I haven't used PowerTrip but they are a pretty well known brand.

The Forcefield gear ( I use all their body armor ) is amazing but a nuisance if you're planning for office commuting.

If you DO come across a solution for the office/commuter riding pant conundrum, let me know!