Well with the new season on the horizon......albeit a long way away on the horizon but I think that some new leathers are in order . I think I've narrowed it down to a couple of choices and would appreciate you lot giving your input as I'm crap at making decisions One's a 1-Piece which I find much more comfy when riding but not so nice off it and the other's a 2 piece which is nicer for the exactly the opposite. Linkies here Dainese Jack F 1 piece race suit with hump size 40 uk 50 euro | eBay and here Dainese Gran Premio Two Piece Motorcycle Leathers White Red Eu 50 UK 40 VGC | eBay
I prefer a 2 piece as you do get off the bike when out for lunch/drinks/chats! 1 piece bugs me when I'm off it. I have both I bought this suite a few months again and it's very comfy. Dainese Avro Suit | Dainese Clothing | Infinity Motorcycles
Aye that's the rub isn't it. I used to have a Dainese T-Age 2 piece that was great when you stopped for a drink in summer but I then sold that and bought a Dainese Bora 1 piece which instantly felt way more comfy when riding but a PIA on meet ups etc.
1 piece all the way!! who cares when your off the bike - if you work it out, it's hardly anytime at all in a day out on the bike. tour every year in my one piece, no bother at all. and of the 2 links - the 1piece is a mucher nicer suit imo
Like the Dainese one piece. I've got a few pairs of RST leathers as they fit me well (bit too 'stocky' for the Italian cut!) and feel strong and well put together and great value for money. Never had 2 piece but they do seem to make sense for the road.
Cheers for the replies, lads I've always had Dainese for some reason....not intentional......but my whippet-like frame does favour the Italian cut. Unfortunately whereas my frame's Italian the amount of stuff I'm trying to packing into the groin part of the leathers is distinctly Jamaican and is therefore bloody uncomfortable when I stand up
Getting these made by a bloke Shanes knows, although waiting untill Feb now as they will be adding the titanium/magnesium sliders to shoulders and knees. Tailored for you in the region of £300 Might be worth a try for the price ?? Obviously you can do your own design Saying that I have wolf kangaroo at the moment and the first suit you showed looks a lot like the wolf retro set they make, good quality cheap and last well Choices choices
I've never worn a 1-piece. My Frank Thomas XTI2 2 piece is (are?) very comfortable and suit me down to the ground. However if I could get a one piece made for around £300 that would be outstanding. I had a quick look at that thread that was linked, but I didn't search through it - is there a website etc. were I can have a look at what's on offer? I can imagine finding a one piece to fit me off the shelf will be difficult as I have long legs (35.5" inside leg) and long arms but my body is sort of normal length. Build business suits off the shelf is next to impossible. Yes, I'm a freak. Never mind - I assume the website is on the side of the leathers picture.
Shanes a member on here could possibly help you he is organising mine you can design your own or send a few pics of what you like, they do the design and once your happy you send measurements and money and they get made 2-3 weeks I think, as I said Shane will let you know more if you PM him I am sure he won't mind
I have the Dainese Gran Premio and they are excellent. used for touring last year and worn them loads over the last year. Not ad cool as my BKS made to measure but worn in 35+ heat in Spain
