[evan]

ya man the knox was the other one I was looking at also. Just bought a new jacket, my first leather a alpinestars MX-1 it fits snug, needs to stretch out a bit. I want something slim to fit under it.
thanks for the input

[exit90a]

Check out this package deal. You get full one piece leathers, gloves and boots for $599.99. Read description for details. Never used the brand, but I went buy the store to have a look and they seem well made. Hope it's ok to post link. I'm not affiliated with them, just passing on a good buy. Cycle Gear - FRANK THOMAS: XTi One-Piece Motorcycle Suit, WHITE 46

[bjay51d]

ive heard good things about this company and his prices are insane,check out his store...Spartan Apparel - High Quality Custom and Rack Sized Leathers and Apparel

[shakey1378]

lil update

well im going to try on suits tomorrow finally. ive lost enough weight that i shrunk my chest from a 45.5" to 43 and i think i may be between 160 and 170lbs. havent weighed myself because if i do i probably wont lose any more and i still have some belly to burn. i called stg.com and they reccomended i try the speed and strength one piece or rs taichi. according to them with my current measurements a of the rack 42 should work for me, if it doesnt im probably going custom.

[setanta]

Originally Posted by shakey1378

lil update

well im going to try on suits tomorrow finally. ive lost enough weight that i shrunk my chest from a 45.5" to 43 and i think i may be between 160 and 170lbs. havent weighed myself because if i do i probably wont lose any more and i still have some belly to burn. i called stg.com and they reccomended i try the speed and strength one piece or rs taichi. according to them with my current measurements a of the rack 42 should work for me, if it doesnt im probably going custom.

Good luck keep us posted

[shakey1378]

speed and strength didnt go to well

42 did not work couldnt get the zipper past my ribs, chest was just too big. they had me try a 46 cause there was no 44 and way too long. the 42 was just a hair too tight, called stg and another guy there told me a-stars might work for me. still gotta try a 44

re measured myself also sent results to motoliberty who seems to have some good deals and seemed very helpful over the phone...

they are reccomending dainese or rs taichi and sounds like they need to move some inventory.

question is hes offering me a really good deal on dainese laguna seca in yellow but i think black or white would be better. granted my bike is black and yellow but im not trying to over do it. any opinions guys? im normally not a flashy guy either.

[setanta]

Originally Posted by shakey1378

speed and strength didnt go to well

42 did not work couldnt get the zipper past my ribs, chest was just too big. they had me try a 46 cause there was no 44 and way too long. the 42 was just a hair too tight, called stg and another guy there told me a-stars might work for me. still gotta try a 44

re measured myself also sent results to motoliberty who seems to have some good deals and seemed very helpful over the phone...

they are reccomending dainese or rs taichi and sounds like they need to move some inventory.

question is hes offering me a really good deal on dainese laguna seca in yellow but i think black or white would be better. granted my bike is black and yellow but im not trying to over do it. any opinions guys? im normally not a flashy guy either.

Have you thought of trying Italian suits like Spada, I had one of their one piece suits, was a very good fit (albeit more comfortable on the bike than off) and it really did its job when I came off at speed. Length wise they are good, remember we are both the same height, not a big deal of difference in weight either. Spada are cheap but dont let that put you off.

[HondaGalToo]

dainese and rs taichi are both excellent suits. MotoLiberty is really good to work with, too. My friend bought her suit from them, and even though it's a men's size, they worked with her and got something that fits. Good luck.

We'll have to go for a ride to break it in!

[shakey1378]

ill go look for spada today. cheap will never put me off if the quality is there!

honda gal too,

you bet! i actually plan to use the suit for more than just track days. certainly not commuting. but days im goofin off why not have better protection.

[shakey1378]

motoliberty got back to me after sending some measurements. this is what they reccomended
it is the top level for this particular suit for dainese but its there entry level suit looks good. i like it but yellow or white are my options in 56/46 and if i fit dainese 54 black becomes an option. they are telling me to try the 56/46 first as dainese runs small.
https://www.motoliberty.com/prod_detail.asp?Prod_ID=424

and

this suit by revit who ive heard of but dont know much about. so off to do some poking around the web this they reccomended a 54/44. actually this suit is $75 more. i really wanna base my decision on quality.
https://www.motoliberty.com/prod_det...716&ImgId=2853

[setanta]

Ok that (yellow) first one is 1.6 cow cant you find a kangeroo for that price. Didnt read the whole thing cause the colour was making me feel sick ..........sorry.

1200 dols is about £900 I think, well over here you can get a made to measure suit for that price give or take 200 with ur name etc.

if I was going to spend that money Id either go for alpinestar or one of the made to measure peeps here.
But you cant cause you dont live here, surely there are people over your way that will make a suit for YOU
for that price or nearly?????

My Spada cost me £250 and saved my arms legs, neck and my life, it was a brillaint one piece, Im typing this to you because of it

[HondaGalToo]

Setana has a point. For that price, you could probably get a custom from Barnacle Bill. Just tossing that out there....
Not that Dainese isn't a good suit. Did MotoLiberty recommend any sizes that would fit you in rs taichi?

[setanta]

Originally Posted by HondaGalToo

Setana has a point. For that price, you could probably get a custom from Barnacle Bill. Just tossing that out there....
Not that Dainese isn't a good suit. Did MotoLiberty recommend any sizes that would fit you in rs taichi?

Dont know BB but you know who your talking about lol.

To even make it more important I cant say what speed that my suit saved me but lets say it was fast, v fast?

Loved that suit btw

[HondaGalToo]

Originally Posted by setanta

Dont know BB but you know who your talking about lol.

To even make it more important I cant say what speed that my suit saved me but lets say it was fast, v fast?

Loved that suit btw

Haha, yeah, Barnacle Bill is in the south here in the states...forget what state, but the racers swear by his suits. He hand makes each one...he and his wife. Great product for a good price. For custom around here, he can't be beat.

[setanta]

Originally Posted by HondaGalToo

Haha, yeah, Barnacle Bill is in the south here in the states...forget what state, but the racers swear by his suits. He hand makes each one...he and his wife. Great product for a good price. For custom around here, he can't be beat.

Sounds perfect to me

[shakey1378]

guys the prices are much lower than what you see there. under 800 for dainese and a lil above for the other. i really like the dainese but stumped on white or yellow.

my calves and chest make for a tough match up with rs taichi apparently. barnacle bill is an option but he's still at least $1300

whats good though is im just about done cutting weight

apparently sales must be slow on suits as any shop i have called has offered deals with more off the posted online prices

really would like opinions on white or yellow mind you my blade is black/yellow.

[HondaGalToo]

Tough call on the color. The yellow may look good with your bike, unless the yellow is a different shade and clashes, LOL. White is going to get filthy. I used to have a white suit. Both will be cooler in the summer than a black suit, though.

[setanta]

The yellow Id stay well clear of, because if you trash the bike your going to have to find another yellow one to match your suit. IMHO I think it looks horrible. White as HondaGal says will need a lot of work to keep clean.
That leaves black, well itll blend in nicely with your bike, if you kill it the black suit will still look good with any colour of a new bike. Good one piece suits are well enough vented to keep you cool (ish) in the Summer.

Just what Id do, you may love the yellow, rem your the one spending the money and have to be happy with the choice

[shakey1378]

yup tough choice indeed. im hoping mike sends me another option that really jumps out at me. oh well. yellow is winning over white based on the clean factor. black is an option for me if i need the smaller suit at 54/44 in dainese. wish i knew more about revit. i watched the review on the laguna suit at stg and was happy with what i saw.

stg says dainese is true to size and motoliberty says it fits one size up. if im a 54/44 get a 46/56. so i feel i have to find a dainese retailer near me.

[bjay51d]

[IMG=http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/207/favoritesingle.th.png][/IMG]uou guys are making me feel bad...I just brought a yellow teknic suit...I practically stole it for the price

[HondaGalToo]

Originally Posted by bjay51d

[IMG=http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/207/favoritesingle.th.png][/IMG]uou guys are making me feel bad...I just brought a yellow teknic suit...I practically stole it for the price

Looks good! Yours has black also, the one Shakey's looking at is ALL yellow.
So, you were at a trackday? When? Where? What org?

[bjay51d]

Originally Posted by HondaGalToo

Looks good! Yours has black also, the one Shakey's looking at is ALL yellow.
So, you were at a trackday? When? Where? What org?

All yellow is kinda flamboyant lol...I was at thunderbolt on my birthday 7/06 with tpm.I had an absolute blast !!!I cant wait to get my ass back out there...I did pretty good I was having trouble getting off the bike on the right side(achy knee and tight suit)I might go out with absolut next...

[HondaGalToo]

Originally Posted by bjay51d

All yellow is kinda flamboyant lol...I was at thunderbolt on my birthday 7/06 with tpm.I had an absolute blast !!!I cant wait to get my ass back out there...I did pretty good I was having trouble getting off the bike on the right side(achy knee and tight suit)I might go out with absolut next...

Absolute puts on a good day. I'm signed up with them for July 26 & 27, and August 15-17. Hope you can make some of those days!

Happy belated birthday! Was that your first trackday?

[bjay51d]

Originally Posted by HondaGalToo

Absolute puts on a good day. I'm signed up with them for July 26 & 27, and August 15-17. Hope you can make some of those days!

Happy belated birthday! Was that your first trackday?

ThankYou! Yes that was my first trackday,I already have withdrawl shakes .I hope I can make it out soon.I'll give you a shout If im able to make any of the dates

[setanta]

Originally Posted by bjay51d

[IMG=http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/207/favoritesingle.th.png][/IMG]uou guys are making me feel bad...I just brought a yellow teknic suit...I practically stole it for the price

I wonder why *



*Sorry had to be done

[bjay51d]

Originally Posted by setanta

I wonder why *



*Sorry had to be done

Is it that bad????I basically got it for the track so it doesnt matter to much.I did wear it on the street and felt like it was too much.I felt like id be alot more noticeable to the cops....Black is the way to go unless you get a good price on a funky color.

[shakey1378]

780 plus shipping for any dainese i think he may do better on the yellow.

setanta

the spada suits look nice and the prices are dirt cheap, are they really good for us short types i may take a gamble for under 500 bucks if the quality is still there. for the slim chance i go custom i may wait till i drop some more weight.

at 5'5" 175lbs 44" chest right now and tryin to drop more but im confident enough to say my chest is not going to shrink anymore. just my mid sections and thats almost under control. you think spada would work for me?

[setanta]

Shakey, they one I had was really put to the test (unfortunately) and it came up tops. Size wise we are very similar except that you are heavier by about 15 ish pounds which is irrelevant cause you can up a size to me.
Spada took over another company (sorry cant rem who) and its their quality of suits and half the price. Mine was a lovely fit for the bike but a little uncomfortable for walking around.
I would recommend them for a few reasons
1) cheap but good quality
2) Good feeling when riding the bike with nice streatchabiity
3) they look good
4) Because their cheap, if yo do bin the bike early and feck up the suit, you wont mind replacing it (cost wise)

Thats my opinion in regard these suits but you need to go and try them on first, go and see what you think of them first and see how they fit YOU

[shakey1378]

i think alastair fagan "bsb racer, fast bikes mag" was sponsored or was wearing their leathers for a while. pretty sure i read somewhere he claimed they crash well. which raises a lil issue. i think i can only find these suits in the UK or other european retailers. so i would have to buy to try. at under 500 thats not the biggest gamble but still a chance for dissapointment

[Deadsmiley]

Shakey! How about a Honda race replica by Joe Rocket for $429 shipped? This is what I am getting for a track day the first weekend of August.

Joe Rocket Honda Factory Replica One Piece Motorcycle Race Suit :: New Enough, LTD