WHAT KIND OF JACKET

TIMBO · 03-12-09, 10:34 AM

HI, I RIDE A 08 MEAN STREAK AND WOULD APPRECIATE ANY ADVICE ON WHATS A GOOD JACKET TO WEAR FOR SOME PROTECTION AND WHERE TO GET ONE. I RIDE MAINLY SPRING SUMMER AND FALL IN OKLAHOMA

Jason 306 · 03-12-09, 10:57 AM

Well speaking from experience I've really liked all the stuff I've bought from Fieldsheer. Waterproof jacket, waterproof pants, waterproof boots, a leather jacket and a full leather suit all have been very nice. Not to mention they're usually a little cheaper than some of the bigger names like Alpinestar, Dainese, etc etc.

b_eastep · 03-12-09, 02:39 PM

i have an icon strongarm jacket that is on the warmer side but not too bad. plus it kinda looks the part when im riding my cruiser. i also have an icon merc stage 3 that i love for warmer weather and its more of a sportbike jacket for when i ride my z1000.
either way i would suggest looking at cycle gear in okc. they dont have a huge selection but you have like 14 days or something to exchange it if you dont like it. and they have some of their stuff marked down quite a bit sometimes.
ajax kawasaki dont have a huge selection either but their prices are awesome on icon stuff. or it was last summer anyway. bought my merc there which everyone else sells for $190 and it was like $120 and not on sale.
shawnee honda has a huge selection and usually once a year bout this time they have a huge sale where u can take like 40-60% off one item.

SgtDan · 03-12-09, 05:24 PM

Wilsons Leather has a fancy jacket that is really nice but if you want a good deal from guy who stands by his product. He is down in the Ozarks but he will only charge 4 bucks for shipping. I bought my chaps from him and they are good to go. https://realbikers.com/

Martin64 · 03-12-09, 05:40 PM

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Wilsons Leather has a fancy jacket that is really nice......

I have one from Wilson's Leather (from their outlet store). It's a good 2 season jacket (spring and fall). It's going on 5 years old and it's holding up very well. I'd like to have one heavier for winter riding, but I just add an extra layer underneath and it's works fine. A good heavy (winter) leather motorcycle jacket is a little harder to find in San Diego.

71maverick · 03-12-09, 05:45 PM

Got this one from a Kaw dealer...
You can kind of take it apart for the warmer weather.

http://www.joerocket.com/catalog/ind...nic_2.0_Jacket

I have an 08 too. Last year they made 'em.

Szamp · 03-12-09, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Martin64

I have one from Wilson's Leather (from their outlet store). It's a good 2 season jacket (spring and fall). It's going on 5 years old and it's holding up very well. I'd like to have one heavier for winter riding, but I just add an extra layer underneath and it's works fine. A good heavy (winter) leather motorcycle jacket is a little harder to find in San Diego.

Never thought you all needed a winter jacket down there in San Diego.

Martin64 · 03-12-09, 06:01 PM

...just a tad nippy on occasions....

bikesrfun · 03-12-09, 06:14 PM

I have 2 Fieldsheer leathers for spring and fall and a Firstgear Kilamanjaro for winter riding. All have armor and are designed for riding. I got all of them on Ebay and all were discounted at least 30% - 50% from the retail price.

Milew · 03-13-09, 08:24 AM

I have a Joe Rocket Ballistic 2.0 that I got off of newenough.com for a song. All leather except for two zip out panels that run up the inside of the arms, under the pits and down the sides. They seem to provide good air flow, but I haven't worn it over about 85 degrees, so it may be a little toasty this summer.

But, to me a little too hot is better than a little skin graft.

carvedup · 03-13-09, 09:16 AM

I have a premium Wilson Leather motorcycle jacket. The leather is very thick. It is good looking jacket with four zipper vents and zipper sleeves for warm days on the road. There are two big inside pockets and two outside pockets. The liner zips out for warm weather. It has a built in neck wrap for the real cold days. It wasn't cheap at just under $300. I know this jacket will last for many years making it worth the price.

For protection above 80 degrees, the Joe Rocket type mesh jackets are probably the best. My leather only ventilates when I am moving.

Also, for what it's worth, my insurance has a $1,000 coverage for protective gear replacement. That is one of those things that sometimes gets over looked. The cost of replacing a helmet, jackets, chaps, gloves, and boots can add up to a grand real quick!

03-12-09, 10:34 AM	#1
TIMBO Newbie Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: oklahoma city,oklahoma Posts: 12	WHAT KIND OF JACKET HI, I RIDE A 08 MEAN STREAK AND WOULD APPRECIATE ANY ADVICE ON WHATS A GOOD JACKET TO WEAR FOR SOME PROTECTION AND WHERE TO GET ONE. I RIDE MAINLY SPRING SUMMER AND FALL IN OKLAHOMA

03-12-09, 10:57 AM	#2
Jason 306 Supreme Being Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newark, Ohio Posts: 1,098	Well speaking from experience I've really liked all the stuff I've bought from Fieldsheer. Waterproof jacket, waterproof pants, waterproof boots, a leather jacket and a full leather suit all have been very nice. Not to mention they're usually a little cheaper than some of the bigger names like Alpinestar, Dainese, etc etc. __________________

03-12-09, 02:39 PM	#3
b_eastep Site Elder Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: oklahoma Posts: 790	i have an icon strongarm jacket that is on the warmer side but not too bad. plus it kinda looks the part when im riding my cruiser. i also have an icon merc stage 3 that i love for warmer weather and its more of a sportbike jacket for when i ride my z1000. either way i would suggest looking at cycle gear in okc. they dont have a huge selection but you have like 14 days or something to exchange it if you dont like it. and they have some of their stuff marked down quite a bit sometimes. ajax kawasaki dont have a huge selection either but their prices are awesome on icon stuff. or it was last summer anyway. bought my merc there which everyone else sells for $190 and it was like $120 and not on sale. shawnee honda has a huge selection and usually once a year bout this time they have a huge sale where u can take like 40-60% off one item. __________________ 07 Z1000 carbon two bro exh. puig dark smoke. frame sliders. fender elim. 6000K HID. spencer seat mod. we dont rent pigs. no stickers. powdercoating and painting everything i can get off my bike. good thang im saven gas money

03-12-09, 05:24 PM	#4
SgtDan Rising Star Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Menomonie,WI Posts: 218	Wilsons Leather has a fancy jacket that is really nice but if you want a good deal from guy who stands by his product. He is down in the Ozarks but he will only charge 4 bucks for shipping. I bought my chaps from him and they are good to go. https://realbikers.com/ __________________ Life is hard it is even harder if you are stupid. John Wayne

03-12-09, 05:45 PM	#6
71maverick Up-And Comer Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 39	Moto jacket Got this one from a Kaw dealer... You can kind of take it apart for the warmer weather. http://www.joerocket.com/catalog/ind...nic_2.0_Jacket I have an 08 too. Last year they made 'em.

03-12-09, 06:01 PM	#8
Martin64 West Coast Moderator Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: El Cajon, Ca. Posts: 12,509	...just a tad nippy on occasions.... __________________ ZR-7OA #110 This map is informational only. No representation is made or warranty given as to its content or usability. User assumes all risk of use.

03-12-09, 06:14 PM	#9
bikesrfun Rising Star Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 428	I have 2 Fieldsheer leathers for spring and fall and a Firstgear Kilamanjaro for winter riding. All have armor and are designed for riding. I got all of them on Ebay and all were discounted at least 30% - 50% from the retail price.

03-13-09, 08:24 AM	#10
Milew Rising Star Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Derby, Kansas Posts: 221	I have a Joe Rocket Ballistic 2.0 that I got off of newenough.com for a song. All leather except for two zip out panels that run up the inside of the arms, under the pits and down the sides. They seem to provide good air flow, but I haven't worn it over about 85 degrees, so it may be a little toasty this summer. But, to me a little too hot is better than a little skin graft. __________________ 2004 Black Mean Streak -Caddman -Power Commander -Thunder Mfg. Reed valve block-offs -V&H Big Shots -Kuryakyn Iso grips w/throttle boss & stiletto end caps -Kuryakyn stiletto pegs and shift lever -Arlen Ness Rad II mirrors -Custom rear turn signals made from mini mag lites -Webbed sidemount plate -Polished fork bottoms -Polished top clamp -Polished brake/cluch levers -Green LED "glow" lighting "Red hair and black leather, my favorite color scheme."

03-13-09, 09:16 AM	#11
carvedup Rising Star Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Pensacola Fl. Posts: 225	I have a premium Wilson Leather motorcycle jacket. The leather is very thick. It is good looking jacket with four zipper vents and zipper sleeves for warm days on the road. There are two big inside pockets and two outside pockets. The liner zips out for warm weather. It has a built in neck wrap for the real cold days. It wasn't cheap at just under $300. I know this jacket will last for many years making it worth the price. For protection above 80 degrees, the Joe Rocket type mesh jackets are probably the best. My leather only ventilates when I am moving. Also, for what it's worth, my insurance has a $1,000 coverage for protective gear replacement. That is one of those things that sometimes gets over looked. The cost of replacing a helmet, jackets, chaps, gloves, and boots can add up to a grand real quick! __________________ '08 - Fire Candy Red ================ Vance & Hines Big Shot pipes "Halfway to Thunder" air mod PCIII Race Tech fork springs Custom made sissy bar Custom made windscreen Custom graphics

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