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Do armors give as much protection as jackets when falling?
 
I really like the Alpinestars GP Plus R Perforated Leather Jacket but I like to ride with a hoodie so an armor would make more sense as I can't really put the hoodie over the jacket. Also if I get an armor, I wouldn't need to buy a winter jacket with protection as I can use a regular winter jacket.
 
Any thoughts?
 
 
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Armor alone won't provide much in the way of abrasian resistance.

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Armor won't have anywhere near the abrasion resistance. And typically leaves alot of areas uncovered leaving you very open to injury.
 
If you like riding with a hoodie I suggestion buying a riding specific hoodie. There's a few w kevlar an armor built in.

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I'll go with a jacket for rides and i'll look up for an armor hoodie for the city. Thank you :)

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Any thoughts?
 
Yes, get a good leather jacket that has armor built in and pull the hood out the back when wearing it under a jacket.

Beemer

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Any thoughts? 
Yes, get a good leather jacket that has armor built in and pull the hood out the back when wearing it under a jacket.
it's not about the hood. It's the feel of being in hoodies that I like (don't ask why, I don't even know lol) 
 
I might get a "city jacket" though. I like the look and style of this one Icon 1000 Basehawk Jacket
 
 
I'm sure it's not as good as a sports leather jacket but it doesn't seem too bad either. 

I use that fox armor suit it's great for summer and it's got you pretty covered up. I bought it because I also ride off road. Need to step my leather game up.

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Any thoughts? 
Yes, get a good leather jacket that has armor built in and pull the hood out the back when wearing it under a jacket.
it's not about the hood. It's the feel of being in hoodies that I like (don't ask why, I don't even know lol) 
 
I might get a "city jacket" though. I like the look and style of this one Icon 1000 Basehawk Jacket
 
 
I'm sure it's not as good as a sports leather jacket but it doesn't seem too bad either. 
It appears you found a hoodie with protection, good for you! Although, I was more impressed with the guy in the video modeling the jacket with the 5 lb. mustache, LMAO! 

Beemer

I wear hoodies under my A stars brerra airfflow. Just get a size bigger. Sleeves will be long though

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How is that spam? Please do PARDON ME for offering another option for a fellow rider who actually values their ass.  Motoport is very high-end gear....and furthermore, you're spam. ;) 

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