arfz07 Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I just picked up a dainese sp-r for $70! At a pawn shop of all places. Me and the gf were out just running errands and she said she wanted to go into this pawn shop. I dipped into the parking lot and we walked in. On the shelf all by it self was a white,black, and red motorcycle jacket. Snatched it up and it fit perfect... looked at the price tag $70 knew it was a good deal but just to be sure I googled the jacket and the first link was from revzilla with a msrp of $370! So promptly walked up to the counter and bought it haha just happy with my luck on this one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmucat Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 I cant seem to decide on a jacket. I'm looking at the Joe Rocket Atomic 4.0 but wish it had more hiviz in that color combo. Im looking for a do everything jacket in all seasons and I know Im asking a lot. In Ohio our weather gets pretty extreme during the year and I want to ride as much as possible. I'm currently using a motorcycle style leather jacket but it has no armor and is thin, more style than substance. Anyone have experience with this jacket or can point me in a different direction. Jacket needs: hi viz, armor, text and sub $200. I would consider leather if it works in the heat and has a hi viz element. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Truth Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 I usually go ahead and wear this bad boy. "Shoot? I'm a hippie. The only thing I've shot is acid. I heard of a dude snorted it once. Thought his nose was a kangaroo and the moon was a dog! WOOH!" - The Truth (GTA San Andreas) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest montana07 Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 I just picked up a dainese sp-r for $70! At a pawn shop of all places. Me and the gf were out just running errands and she said she wanted to go into this pawn shop. I dipped into the parking lot and we walked in. On the shelf all by it self was a white,black, and red motorcycle jacket. Snatched it up and it fit perfect... looked at the price tag $70 knew it was a good deal but just to be sure I googled the jacket and the first link was from revzilla with a msrp of $370! So promptly walked up to the counter and bought it haha just happy with my luck on this one!Wow man, nice grab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mericc Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 this as my leather and this as my textile 2015 Pearl White FZ-07 "such a torky lil guy" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator mjh937 Posted August 16, 2014 Global Moderator Share Posted August 16, 2014 I have the Atomic 4.0 in hi-vis. I have been very happy with it. It vents well and is comfortable. I think it has enough hi-vis. I wanted to be visible without looking like I just finished working as a highway flag man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryv Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 I cant seem to decide on a jacket. I'm looking at the Joe Rocket Atomic 4.0 but wish it had more hiviz in that color combo. Im looking for a do everything jacket in all seasons and I know Im asking a lot. In Ohio our weather gets pretty extreme during the year and I want to ride as much as possible. I'm currently using a motorcycle style leather jacket but it has no armor and is thin, more style than substance. Anyone have experience with this jacket or can point me in a different direction. Jacket needs: hi viz, armor, text and sub $200. I would consider leather if it works in the heat and has a hi viz element. I decided on this one after trying it on in a store. I think Cortech and Tourmaster are the same company but the Cortech fit and flt the best. This is a 3 - 3 and 1/2 season jacket. It also has a water proof inner liner. Mine arrives on Monday. $224 .. free shipping http://i1369.photobucket.com/albums/ag212/Jerry_Vezzosi/cortech-front_zpse0e724a6.jpg http://i1369.photobucket.com/albums/ag212/Jerry_Vezzosi/cortech-back_zpsf879620b.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtr986 Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 Joe Rocket Alter Ego 3.0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeisan Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Alpinestars T-GP-R Air Jacket +1 Life is good on 2 wheels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reaper308 Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Have a Joe Rocket mesh jacket for summer and am looking at the icon 1000 drop out for cold weather riding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fromthecage Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I'm wearing an older Alpinestar leather jacket for now. Tried on a Dainese at cyclegear the other day and fell in love. I will have one of those as my next jacket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmucat Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I ended up getting the Joe Rocket atomic 4.0 We had a heat wave come into Ohio after I got it, mid 90's wih high humidity and the jacket performed well. The last week we have had the opposite n the morning around mid 40's and the jacket still performs well. Any lower and I'll be putting the liner back in. Very happy with the jacket and the quick service by revzilla. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member motomeek Posted September 16, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted September 16, 2014 I have the Dainese Avro Textile Jacket. My previous Alpinestars Stella T-GP Plus Air Jacket didn't seem to hold up as well after one season. The mesh started to fray around the main zipper as well as where the velcro adjustments were. It definitely has air circulate way more than the Avro, but at least my Avro isn't fraying since it's made up of a different material. The weather has been 100+ the past few days and I'm surviving. I definitely have seen the decrease in protective wear in other riders since. The weekend seem to be 1 in every 15 rider had something than just a helmet and a tank top. Instagram: @meekmade | You don't need to flat foot a bike to ride it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeisan Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I'm looking for recommendations on a jacket for cooler weather. Something style-wise along the lines of this Icon jacket (mostlyblack, I like the looks of the patches): Reviews on this one say the arms are well vented and it's not great for cooler weather. I'm looking for leather either with a removable (quilted) liner or one made just for cooler temps. I have a nice mesh jacket for warm weather, so I don't need one that works well year-round. Thoughts? Life is good on 2 wheels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qjohnson Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I have the Dainese Avro Textile Jacket. My previous Alpinestars Stella T-GP Plus Air Jacket didn't seem to hold up as well after one season. The mesh started to fray around the main zipper as well as where the velcro adjustments were. It definitely has air circulate way more than the Avro, but at least my Avro isn't fraying since it's made up of a different material. The weather has been 100+ the past few days and I'm surviving. I definitely have seen the decrease in protective wear in other riders since. The weekend seem to be 1 in every 15 rider had something than just a helmet and a tank top. Lucky! It's been mid 50's here in Chicago for a week now and that's during the hot part of the day lol. It drops down to low 40's at night. my dainese Laguna evo perforated leather jacket has kept me nice and warm with the liner installed. I just need some pants and a balaclava and I'll be good to go for this cold weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fromthecage Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I'm looking for recommendations on a jacket for cooler weather. Something style-wise along the lines of this Icon jacket (mostlyblack, I like the looks of the patches): Reviews on this one say the arms are well vented and it's not great for cooler weather. I'm looking for leather either with a removable (quilted) liner or one made just for cooler temps. I have a nice mesh jacket for warm weather, so I don't need one that works well year-round. Thoughts? Best I could say is check out Revzilla has the A* GP Pro on closeout (no fancy designs or patches though)http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-gp-pro-leather-jacket-2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tark Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 I just picked this up the other day, super comfortable. http://i1377.photobucket.com/albums/ah45/Tark57/75CF7749-A62E-4E1C-A5F5-98EA00B8484E_zps4278y0a4.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lusiphur Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 The only Jackets that seem to fit me are Joe Rocket. Im 5'5" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfpierce Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 I picked up the Cortech GX Sport Air 3.0 as well, in White/Black. Matches the Pearl White bike nicely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member pgeldz Posted September 17, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted September 17, 2014 I'm wearing an Alpinestars T-GP Plus R Air Jacket for the hot summer months. I've ridden in 106F weather without issue. Not sure what I'm going to wear when it gets cooler. I did just order an Alpinestars Motegi 1-piece race suit for track days and such, but might be a little much for the street when it gets cooler out. Then again, you can never be too protected. I'd rather have folks make fun of me for wearing a 1-piece suit on the street, than visit me in the hospital for a skin graph - Paulie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeisan Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 I'm wearing an Alpinestars T-GP Plus R Air Jacket for the hot summer months. I've ridden in 106F weather without issue. Not sure what I'm going to wear when it gets cooler. I did just order an Alpinestars Motegi 1-piece race suit for track days and such, but might be a little much for the street when it gets cooler out. Then again, you can never be too protected. I'd rather have folks make fun of me for wearing a 1-piece suit on the street, than visit me in the hospital for a skin graph - Paulie I agree... I've been riding into work with my T-GP Plus R Air jacket and it does a superb job staying cool. Only times I've gotten sweaty in this Memphis heat are times when I'd have gotten sweaty even with no jacket on, so yeah... I love mine. Today's ride into work was about 68-degrees F out. A nice brisk morning. I can see though how my arms will get chilly in lower 60s to 50s temps with just a short sleeve polo shirt on. I'll see if wearing a long sleeve shirt under the jacket helps keep my arms warmer. Life is good on 2 wheels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dede Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Scorpion Hat Trick - find it works well in nicer weather, will need more layer in sub-50 temps. I found I felt very cold riding this weekend, even with all 3 layers of the jacket on (8 C) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member motomeek Posted September 17, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted September 17, 2014 I have the Dainese Avro Textile Jacket. My previous Alpinestars Stella T-GP Plus Air Jacket didn't seem to hold up as well after one season. The mesh started to fray around the main zipper as well as where the velcro adjustments were. It definitely has air circulate way more than the Avro, but at least my Avro isn't fraying since it's made up of a different material. The weather has been 100+ the past few days and I'm surviving. I definitely have seen the decrease in protective wear in other riders since. The weekend seem to be 1 in every 15 rider had something than just a helmet and a tank top. Lucky! It's been mid 50's here in Chicago for a week now and that's during the hot part of the day lol. It drops down to low 40's at night. my dainese Laguna evo perforated leather jacket has kept me nice and warm with the liner installed. I just need some pants and a balaclava and I'll be good to go for this cold weather. LOL. Well we could trade. Haha. I ride year round, so I wouldn't mind the 50's and 40's so much. Now once it gets around the low 30's… then I'll begin to reconsider. Instagram: @meekmade | You don't need to flat foot a bike to ride it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qjohnson Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Lucky! It's been mid 50's here in Chicago for a week now and that's during the hot part of the day lol. It drops down to low 40's at night. my dainese Laguna evo perforated leather jacket has kept me nice and warm with the liner installed. I just need some pants and a balaclava and I'll be good to go for this cold weather. LOL. Well we could trade. Haha. I ride year round, so I wouldn't mind the 50's and 40's so much. Now once it gets around the low 30's… then I'll begin to reconsider. haha ill trade! I love the hot weather. 50 degree days aren't too bad with the right gear but yeah its going to start dropping temp real fast here pretty soon. Cant wait for when we start getting the -30 degree days were you cant even step foot outside lol. (that was total sarcasm haha). I wish I could ride year round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azfz Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Alpinestars Stunt 2 leather jacket, wear it year round here in Arizona even during our 100°+ heat in the summer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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