old guy
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posted May 23, 2007 03:19 PM
Where to get 2 piece racing leathers?
Been shopping around for 2 piece leathers. I like the Alpinestar Octane 2pc and have found acouple places that ask $689. Anybody got a good source?
All input about racing suits is appreciated.
Later, TC
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NinjaNick
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posted May 23, 2007 03:53 PM
 Edited By: NinjaNick on 23 May 2007 16:56
JR 2-piece GPX-Type R suit. I have the black/gunmetal and love it.
newenough.com
http://newenough.com/protective_apparel/leather_racing_suits/joe_rocket/gpx_type_r_two_piece_motorcycle_race_suit.html
...and YES the shit is brand new. That suit is mostly $529-549. I have a size 52 and paid $529.99, but I think price went up a bit since 2005.
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posted May 23, 2007 03:55 PM
Edited By: stevewfl on 23 May 2007 16:59
Nick that suit is NICE!!!
kawguy, cyclegear.com probably has a store close to you. if not see them online. the nice thing about them is usually you can get closeout leathers cheap because they stock so much stuff.
I got my last 2-piece dainese from their. wish I'd have got alpinestars, that'll be my next set.
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posted May 23, 2007 03:58 PM
ok, speaking of closeout prices at cyclegear, I got jacket and pants, pucks, protection for under 600 bucks. in dainese, thats unheard of.
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lietoome
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posted May 23, 2007 04:08 PM
newenough.com.
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smokinzx14
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posted May 23, 2007 06:02 PM
Edited By: smokinzx14 on 23 May 2007 19:05
Best prices >>> 230 to 275 .... Great suits...http://www.topgearleather.com/
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NinjaNick
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posted May 23, 2007 06:18 PM
Edited By: NinjaNick on 23 May 2007 19:19
Not bad smokin! I hate those high collars though. That's why I never get TEKNIC anymore.
Speaking of which, I have a Perforated size 52 Teknic jacket that was only worn 1 year that I'll sell for $150 to anybody here! PM if you want. Peforated TEKNIC leather pants too for $65 I'll sell them. Another Hein Giercke X-Large Tall perforated jacket 3 year old I'll sell for $75! 
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posted May 24, 2007 04:47 AM
Edited By: dubious on 24 May 2007 06:39
if only they made them people other than stick men or barrel belly's.
I am 32-34 inseam, 5-8 tall
fit 50 Jacket, and 36 pants.,
the waists are huge , arms and thighs tight.
when I try to match pants that fit with a jacket that fits, the 2 piece zipper is off center and I have like 6" left hanging out .... :P, zipper that is LOL....
anyone my size have luck with any specific model?
I found alpinstars and Joe rocket to fit best,
but still really loose in th waist when everything else fits.
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posted May 24, 2007 05:10 AM
Edited By: BobC on 24 May 2007 06:12
If you wear a 2-piece suit at least make sure the zip goes all the way round. You wouldn't want it to ride up if you ever come off. A friend of mine had that happen and swears he'll never wear 2-piece again, he's got the gravel rash to back that up. But hey, at least it's better than riding in denim. 
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NinjaNick
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posted May 24, 2007 07:20 AM
Oh, yeah, my 2piece is full circumference zipper attachment. Those 6-8" zippers are a joke.
Dubious, I know what you mean though. My suit fits good, but waist is loose. Zipping them together with the full zipper fixes it though.
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flatoutbu
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posted May 24, 2007 09:35 AM
quote:
if only they made them people other than stick men or barrel belly's.
I am 32-34 inseam, 5-8 tall
fit 50 Jacket, and 36 pants.,
the waists are huge , arms and thighs tight.
when I try to match pants that fit with a jacket that fits, the 2 piece zipper is off center and I have like 6" left hanging out .... :P, zipper that is LOL....
anyone my size have luck with any specific model?
I found alpinstars and Joe rocket to fit best,
but still really loose in th waist when everything else fits.
I got that same problem...36-30 inseam 5-10"
I wear a 2XL in the chest and a med for arm length...and i guess i'm supposed to be like 6-3" to have a 36 inch waist...lol. I guess all that weight lifting as a kid doesn't pay off when looking for motorcycle gear..now if i could just get my damn weight under 200 pounds!
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posted May 24, 2007 11:59 AM
Edited By: stevewfl on 24 May 2007 13:01
quit b*tching about leathers not fitting and have a set made!!!!
c'mon guys with the hard to size right suits. these are not only affordable, but custom made leathers. and they are simply awesome.
http://www.syedleathers.com/
enjoy
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posted May 25, 2007 01:00 PM
Edited By: old guy on 25 May 2007 14:04
Thanks all !!
Ended buying at a shop 75 mi. away.
My riding partner and I went to cycle gear and acouple of other places. The sales staff at the Tacoma store was young guys collecting a pay stub. Useless.
Got 2 fit, middle age guys asking about riding suits that rode in on sport bikes. CHA-CHING!!!! No help from the staff. No one else in the store....,whatever.
Helped ourselves and $2000 IN SALES walked away unsold.
Will hava talk with the manager of the store about his personal..
Ended up with 2 new Shift 2pc.suits ( full zipper, redesigned pucks) when we tripped over a sales rep showing the staff at a local Yamaha shop the new line of shift gear.
That kid was born to sell and he backed it up with enthusiasum for our sport. And the 30 something owner was totally into biking and will get a shot at any business I do.
Oh yea we got $100 off each suit by buying together.
At that price point couldnt do better elsewhere for anything simular. And had gear in hand that fit like a glove which is priceless.
I love fired up bike people and they always get my biz.., especailly w/15% discount!!
Ninjanick, PM me pictures of your gear. Am doing a event next week and might find a home, if I dont buy them. Later, TC
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On a XZ !!!!!
Tsukigi stainless full system
pcIII w/custom map
NO freakin flies!!
GP suspension forks
Penske rear shock
Rich's custom seat
And a whole bunch of other stuff.
97 zx6r full race bike with all the
good stuff
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posted May 25, 2007 03:28 PM
i would like to get the matching pants for the Alpinestars jacket, they won't let you go over 130 at the track without leather bottoms, cycle gear here i come
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posted May 25, 2007 08:02 PM
old guy - congrats on your new leathers purchase
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posted May 25, 2007 09:08 PM
Edited By: NinjaNick on 25 May 2007 22:09
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Ninjanick, PM me pictures of your gear. Am doing a event next week and might find a home, if I dont buy them. Later, TC
I'm going to post them in here to.
1) Hein Gericke Non-perforated Leather pant. Size 38 (If you wear 36 size jeans these will fit) $25-plus shipping
2) Teknic Perforated Leather pant. Size 40 (if you wear a size 36 waist in jeans, these will fit.) $25-plus shipping
3) Teknic FULLY PERFORATED 2005 Jacket. Size 52. Worn 1 season. $150-plus shipping
4) Hein Gericke FULLY PERFORATED 2004 Jacket. Size: XLT Worn 1 season. $50-plus shipping.
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posted May 26, 2007 11:33 AM
I have a set of KOBE 2pc leathers they're nice go to 1888fastlap.com
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lietoome
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posted May 26, 2007 01:24 PM
Nick, what's up with the armpits?
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old guy
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posted May 26, 2007 03:25 PM
Edited By: old guy on 26 May 2007 16:28
Thanks Steve I'm happy I didnt have much hassle shopping.
bigtdt,
that newenough site is worth alook.
Just their info on fitting is worth checking on. Best info on fit I found.
Guess it just depends on your model of coat.
The zipper type and size changes from model to model, year and make it seems
. You might end up with China made top (Alpinestar) and Italian bottom (my guess is dianese from cycle gear might work)
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On a XZ !!!!!
Tsukigi stainless full system
pcIII w/custom map
NO freakin flies!!
GP suspension forks
Penske rear shock
Rich's custom seat
And a whole bunch of other stuff.
97 zx6r full race bike with all the
good stuff
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posted May 26, 2007 08:45 PM
Edited By: NinjaNick on 27 May 2007 00:25
quote:
Nick, what's up with the armpits?
LMAO! haha
It was like 1:00AM, I was ready for bed. I told my wife to keep me out of it and she managed to get some armpit hair! I swear, if you want something done right, do it yourself huh? lol. Those jackets aren't to light to be holding out like that while they're hanging for a few minutes while my wife keeps saying "No, that one sucked, hold on."  
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posted May 28, 2007 09:06 AM
This is the best price I've seen.
http://www.mpsracing.com/products/MPS/leathers.asp
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smokinzx14
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posted May 28, 2007 09:17 AM
quote:
This is the best price I've seen.
http://www.mpsracing.com/products/MPS/leathers.asp
Those are the same leathers sold here>>>http://www.topgearleather.com/ But MPS marks them WAY UP...
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posted May 28, 2007 09:47 AM
quote:
quote:
This is the best price I've seen.
http://www.mpsracing.com/products/MPS/leathers.asp
Those are the same leathers sold here>>>http://www.topgearleather.com/ But MPS marks them WAY UP...
You've just saved me some cash! Thanks Lee. Good looking out!
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smokinzx14
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posted May 28, 2007 09:51 AM
quote:
quote:
quote:
This is the best price I've seen.
http://www.mpsracing.com/products/MPS/leathers.asp
Those are the same leathers sold here>>>http://www.topgearleather.com/ But MPS marks them WAY UP...
You've just saved me some cash! Thanks Lee. Good looking out!
You are welcome
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posted May 29, 2007 07:55 PM
Edited By: NinjaNick on 2 Jun 2007 22:35
Hey Flatbayou! Here's the picture of the pants you wanted:
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The perforated Teknic's run a lot smaller and you have to be around 34-36 Levi jeans. You wear 38 in jeans, you won't be able to wear the Teknic's ....TRUST ME!
Teknic (with me being retarded)
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