Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[PlanetDSG.com]

In sync with prep for my SS1K (on 13th Aug)

I have bought part of gear yesterday, and will buy the rest today.
I have been riding with the gear since yesterday.
More updates on that in detail, later.

Update on Gear:

Yesterday I visited Orion Motors and Helmet Paradise for gear purchase.
Gear picked:

1. Riding Jacket DSG Nero - 5500 INR
2. Balaclava (Alpinestars) - 300 INR
3. Gloves DSG Revive - 2200 INR (I came back and checked, the cost on DSG site is 1990 INR - the shop should get a revisit from me today! )
4. Replaced (clear) visor (Helmet- Vega Boolean) - 160 INR

Accessory bought:

1. Tank Pad (Carbon fibre-Keiti) - 900 INR

Still to buy:

1. Knee guards:
I did not see some decent knee guards at both the stores.
FOX ones seemed to be dupes, and Alpinestars were above expected range!
Please suggest on this one.

2. Shoes/boots:
I 'cannot' spend on riding boots now - at over 8000 INR, I would need some collection time!
I think I will continue with my current shoes (simple sport shoes - but are comfortable enough)

3. Saddlebags:
Was looking for Colt/Stallion or similar quality bags.
Rjays were available, again over budget - @ 4100 INR

4. Accessories and spares:

WD40+OKS Chain Lube
Acc/Clutch cables
Spark plug
Puncture kit
Foot pump (with gauge preferably)

^ Can I get all these at one store? (somewhere nearer to Marathahalli)?

Thanks,

Ace.

Balaclava you bought is a fake. Can you please confirm which store sold you the product?

[driverace]

Balaclava you bought is a fake. Can you please confirm which store sold you the product?

I hope I don't cause any trouble to anyone by this-
It was at Helmet Paradise.

(Just to be clear, it didnt have any packaging claiming so - just mark on the clava- but, I have seen the 600 INR Balaclava, and it felt the same material )

I would appreciate if I get feed on a good store near Marathahalli for the required gear!

Ace.

EDIT: Never mind, I would be going to JC road for the gear.
Motor Cycle Components - is the shop.

[revvhard]

Guys i'm planning to buy a pair of knee guards from one of the online store......how does the customs and tax thing work..i mean when and whre do i have to pay it???

[dhiraj]

Hey anyone using the following jacket, need review of the same as i am planning to buy the same.

FieldSheer Highland Jacket - $99.99 closeout special! In stock NOW! :: MSRP: $279.99

[Only Amit...]

I ordered the same on 28th July 2011 and received it on 4th August!

It costed 50.98$ with Shipping to India and the postman just delivered it!

Ordered the same and my friend in US received it yesterday. We gave a bulk order and got it for less than 20$ a pair
@ ALL :

leatherup.com : 10% off dicount code 55633
D2moto.com : 15% off discount code D2M2008

Anybody have any discount code for motorcycle-superstore ???

[aargee]

Anybody have any discount code for motorcycle-superstore ???

I'll PM you Amit. Just gimme sometime.

[anupam_busaboy]

fellaz , bought a used Cramster Pulse red jacket from my biker friend since i had less budget and good deal. The red colour parts on the jacket has faded. Any way to bring back the brightness of the red and black areas?

[Nagesh Patankar]

Need to buy a new riding jacket

Hey Guys !!

I am a new member of XBHP. Just got the activation confirmation email from the Administrators. Anyway. Feels nice to be a part of such a community.
Ok. I am going to buy a new motorcycle jacket. Infact its going to be my first proper motorcycle jacket. So obviously now i need help from you guys. My budget is around 5k. What i need is :-
1> Of course CE approved armour in shoulder, Elbow and back and ,
2> It should be good to use in rains at least to some extent ...

I have a couple of 'em in mind :-
1> DSG Nero,
2> DSG Phoenix and
3> DSG Falcon (its a little cheap as well )

I would also like to ask you guys if the Chinese Pro-Biker Jackets will be good.
They do not have CE approval though.

Awaiting your response guys.... and yes ........ Wish you all a very Happy Friendship's Day ...........

[revvhard]

go for any of the dsg jackets as per your need

are you talking about the jackets at probiker pune???
if yes they are not really very good
rather go for dsg which is a tried and tested brand

[Nagesh Patankar]

go for any of the dsg jackets as per your need

are you talking about the jackets at probiker pune???
if yes they are not really very good
rather go for dsg which is a tried and tested brand

Hey revvhard.
Thanks for replying. Well i do not know if there is any pro-biker outlet in Pune. I only that its a chinese company. ????????????? / ZHONGSHAN HONGXU DAILY PRODUCTS CO.,LTD -- ??????????????????????????????? is their website...
Anyway. which of the DSG jackets that i mentioned earlier is good for all saesons . specially in rains. Like an all weather jacket ??

[revvhard]

the falcon does not have a water resistant lining

any 1 of the phoenix or nero.....

[Nagesh Patankar]

the falcon does not have a water resistant lining

any 1 of the phoenix or nero.....

Thanks revvhard That will definitely help...

[Nagesh Patankar]

hey revvhard ,
by the way how to pm planetdsg here on xbhp.. me in office u know so can't access their website. Surprised to know that xbhp site can be accessed in office...

[RAK]

Hey revvhard.
Thanks for replying. Well i do not know if there is any pro-biker outlet in Pune. I only that its a chinese company. ????????????? / ZHONGSHAN HONGXU DAILY PRODUCTS CO.,LTD -- ??????????????????????????????? is their website...
Anyway. which of the DSG jackets that i mentioned earlier is good for all saesons . specially in rains. Like an all weather jacket ??

Go for a Jacket as per the climate in your city and how much you feel comfortable wearing it. I am in Mumbai and only Mesh Jacket will be the best choice in Mumbai climate, thats the reason I bought a RJays Swift.

[worrisomebear]

My riding gear:

Alpine Star SMX-2 boots