7fikes Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I am searching for my first jacket and I wanted to see what kind of jackets people are using? Share ideas and pics if you have them. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dentalprodigy Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I'm a new rider, and this is the only jacket I have experience with. It's an Olympia airglide 3 jacket. It was on closeout at Revzilla and I'm very happy with the Hi-Viz color. I've used it for the past 1200 miles and I have no complaints. I'll find pics... and pm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator mjh937 Posted April 5, 2016 Global Moderator Share Posted April 5, 2016 My favorite jacket (I can say that because I have two now) is an Alpinestars Jaws perforated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexstar828 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 +1 for Jaws #weridenyc 2012 FZ8 (Grizzly) IXIL Hyperlow XL L3X Exhaust CRG Levers Traf-X LED Turn Signals OES Frame Sliders Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azuryn Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 I have a Scorpion Hat Trick 2. If you need a 4 season jacket (No extreme cold temps), and don't want to spend much it is pretty awesome. Downside is that the textile material takes a long while to break in and still remains rather stiff and fidgeting with the liners is a pain. Without any of 2 liners it comes with it is awesome for venting air, feels like you are wearing nothing going 20mph or faster. When the liners are in it's ok, it sort of has a loose feel to it which really irritates me especially around the wrist area. I'd give it a solid 5/7. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member i28 Posted April 5, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted April 5, 2016 Dainese - D1 perforated in white I chose white for visibility over black and/or red (especially at night) and hopefully i'll be cooler in the sun although it might get dirtier. beautiful jacket, my favorite piece of gear feels great and even has space for a two piece chest and/or (c1 or c2) back protectors. it does cost an arm and a leg though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Mr.Puss Posted April 5, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted April 5, 2016 +1 on Dainese. I love my (now discontiued) Avro C2. High quality TUTU leather and armoured up where it counts. I picked up a Manis D1 back armour for it as well and this thing is one solidly built jacket. Expensive but you definitely get what you pay for from Dainese. IMO one's proverbial ass is whats most important out there, so spend as much $$ as you can on the best protective gear. Would buy again. [attachment id=1576" thumbnail="1] And if you feel like spending more $$, throw a "Helite" airvest in there. Short of plowing myself into the side of a dumptruck, wearing this gear I feel like I might survive almost any crash. My next go to will be pants and maybe a jacket from Motoport... amazing looking and very positively reviewed gear but again pretty pricey. The cool thing is it's fully customizable and made specifically for you to your measurements. Worth checking out!http://www.motoport.com/ Crush your enemies. See them driven before you. Hear the lamentations of their women. Fuss Life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member biggaudi Posted April 5, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted April 5, 2016 I usually use my Viking Cycle Ironside mesh jacket in the spring and summer. And my mom was nice enough to do some sewing. Put some reflective fabric on the 3 external pads. VikingCycle Ironside Mesh Motorcycle Jacket for Men (L) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DU0DVZI/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_YX8axbEA4DGKG And for colder weather I'll use Xelement XS-PR-105 Mens Armored Black Leather Racing Jacket - Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OUS1E9O/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_FZ8axbF8WGX7X It fits a bit looser so I layer more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmwpowere36m3 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 Cortech Latigo leather perforated jacket... picked it up on closeout a few years ago. Its my "all-season" jacket that I use down to 50* or so with the zip-out liner, underarmour and fleece (when it gets cooler). Though I'd like to get some warmer gear for those 40-50 mornings when I take the freeway from my girlfriend's in the morning to work. Comes down to what style of jacket you want, what kind of weather you ride in, outdoor temps and protection. Leather generally is the best as far as abrasion resistance, but you also want a jacket that has some armor to it (spine, elbow and shoulder). Typical "sport" jackets are more "fitted", whereas touring jackets are looser. Touring jackets also have more pockets, usually synthetic and better suited to all-weather riding (in the cold and/or rain). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Jeckler Posted April 5, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted April 5, 2016 After losing a bunch of weight, I had to buy a new tent... er, I mean jacket. Since the summer season is starting here in the Valley of Hell (AKA Phoenix), I got a Sedici Federico mesh with zipout liner. Brand new at Cycle Gear apparently. Slim fit.http://www.cyclegear.com/SEDICI-Federico-Mesh-Motorcycle-Jacket - Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
booboobusfz07 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 How are you guys liking the jaws? Been contemplating one for awhile just haven't figured out if it needs my needs. Can you get a hoodie underneath with the liner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member jake Posted April 5, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted April 5, 2016 http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/icon-device-leather-jacket I have this one because it was leather and it was cheep it bunches on the shoulders a little bit. They don't make it anymore soooo... Then I have this one for summer http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/73448/i/fly-street-flux-air-mesh-jacket?ColorId=50 2015 FZ-07 2003 2014 GSXR 1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexstar828 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 How are you guys liking the jaws? Been contemplating one for awhile just haven't figured out if it needs my needs. Can you get a hoodie underneath with the liner?i like it very much. when i got it, i was afraid that it was too small. After few rides, it got comfy & now Its perfect. Not sure about a hoodie, but i wear another thermal layer with it and a face mask without a problem. I can try for ya #weridenyc 2012 FZ8 (Grizzly) IXIL Hyperlow XL L3X Exhaust CRG Levers Traf-X LED Turn Signals OES Frame Sliders Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jchin3081 Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 Here's the ones I have currently. I have a few mesh jackets as well , but gave away the rest. The Dainese one is my newest and it fits great. Spent so much money on gear, but never regretted any of my purchases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pappydugg Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 I'm rocking the Scorpion Ravin jacket and pants. Was a little leery of spending almost 1k between the two seeing as I'm a lowly correctional officer living on a state salary but I haven't felt an ounce of regret. Never felt so safe while being dangerous in my life lol. Pic isn't mine, just a good one for reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdaddybane Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 I recently bought this Icon Contra in white ... can't be happier. Great for cooler weather with inserts and nice and airy in summer months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fusbal Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 I've got like 8 jackets because I'm a gear slut. My favorite summer jacket is the Klim Induction. Hi-viz. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/klim-induction-jacket My 2nd place favorite summer jacket is the Alpinestars TZ-1 Reload in white. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-tz-1-reload-leather-jacket My favorite cold weather jacket is the AGV Dragon. I removed all the logos, so it's just black leather with hi-vis panels. Looks pretty badass, has thick leather with armor and good insulation. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/agv-sport-dragon-leather-jacket My "mild weather" favorite jacket is the Roland Sands City. http://www.advdesigns.com/rosacileja.html?gclid=CL_VibS5580CFc5ZhgodJF4P9w Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapnKirk Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 I've got like 8 jackets because I'm a gear slut. My favorite summer jacket is the Klim Induction. Hi-viz. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/klim-induction-jacket I just picked up the Klim Induction Jacket as well. By far the most protective mesh I have ever worn. Very nice jacket with a lifetime warranty. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/klim-induction-jacket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fusbal Posted July 10, 2016 Share Posted July 10, 2016 I've got like 8 jackets because I'm a gear slut. My favorite summer jacket is the Klim Induction. Hi-viz. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/klim-induction-jacket I just picked up this jacket as well. By far the most protective mesh I have ever worn. Very nice jacket with a lifetime warranty. Yeah, that one is tough to beat. It's worth twice the cost, in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruizin Posted July 10, 2016 Share Posted July 10, 2016 Extra points to the members who remember to post retail links to the merchandise Yamaha MT-10 ForumYamaha Tracer 900 Forum Yamaha Ténéré 700 Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djdiaz Posted July 10, 2016 Share Posted July 10, 2016 I've got like 8 jackets because I'm a gear slut. My favorite summer jacket is the Klim Induction. Hi-viz. www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/klim-induction-jacket ~ fusbal, 15 hours ago I just picked up this jacket as well. By far the most protective mesh I have ever worn. Very nice jacket with a lifetime warranty. ~ capnkirk, 14 hours ago Yeah, that one is tough to beat. It's worth twice the cost, in my opinion. +1 This is the nicest mesh jacket I've owned. Very comfortable excellent air flow. Highly recommended despite the price. If the rest of Klim's gear is this nice I'm saving my pennys for gear upgrades... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted July 10, 2016 Share Posted July 10, 2016 That Klim is a nice jacket but so is this for almost half the price and it's a solid jacket. If you're focus is more on armor then this has CE approved, ventilated armor at the elbows and the shoulders. Pad for the back but can be replaced with CE back armor. https://www.amazon.com/Scorpion-Ventech-II-Jacket-2X-Large/dp/B00CLV4U9I/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1468164204&sr=8-12&keywords=scorpion+exo+mesh+jacket Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator jeffkisthename Posted July 10, 2016 Global Moderator Share Posted July 10, 2016 Just got this Scorpion Clutch Leather Jacket on sale for $283 here: http://www.sportbiketrackgear.com/scorpion-exowear-clutch-leather-jacket-black-white/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azuryn Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 That jacket looks great @jeffkisthename, how do you like it? Any comparison vs the Jaws? I've been looking to upgrade to leather and was considering the Jaws but that deal on STG looks pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 2wheeler Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Best summer jacket bang-for-the buck - $100 https://www.cyclegear.com/bilt-techno-mesh Yeah, it's a Bilt product, but you should try before you immediately pan it. Plus you can readily get discount coupons online for CycleGear making it even less expensive. I'm very impressed with the quality! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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