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Title: Jacket for summer riding Post by: BretMorris on August 30, 2008, 04:45:53 PM To all Aussie Forum members,
While it is raining and cold in Adelaide I thought I would start thinking about summer and what I might need to buy... I will need to get myself a jacket for this summer. I like the look of the Motard Summer but would appreciate any advice or comments good jackets for summer. Something that has mesh but also protection. Any comments? Bret Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: stopintime on August 30, 2008, 05:13:01 PM Not at all OZ, but I have the Rev'it Air - it's very...... air'y. Good quality, good thinking, good looking, good protection. Maybe a little bit smaller than "usual" sizes.
I got mine here: http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/secq_lG3fhzEUI/?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/Revit-Air-Jacket/SubProducts/Revit-Air-Jacket-0001 Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: ellingly on August 30, 2008, 05:28:34 PM Stalk someone down the main street in Oslo and they come to haunt the local hangout ;)
I wear an A* summer mesh jacket. Has a removable liner, which is good cause Canberra summers can still be cool in the morning. Works a treat, both sitting still and moving. Haven't yet crash-tested it. Picked it up for $300 at a sale at a bike store here in Canberra. It has kept me cool up to 42 degrees :). EDIT: Completely the wrong location, but what I have is http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/mcy/819173133.html Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: stopintime on August 30, 2008, 05:40:47 PM Stalk someone down the main street in Oslo and they come to haunt the local hangout ;) The world is my oyster :) When I'm bored I click the "unread" button and reply outside my boundaries. Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: tricolore on August 30, 2008, 05:44:44 PM Obviously you will not get a jacket that keeps you cool in middle of summer, I am pretty sure that a middle of summer day in Adelaide can be frickin' hot. I only have a leather jacket with good air vents, yes you get warm sitting in traffic, but I would suggest you could be warm wearing a T-shirt. I prefer safety first. If you get too hot, park it out the front of your favourite Beer Garden and have a refreshment (any excuse).
Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: BretMorris on August 30, 2008, 05:57:20 PM Hey Tricolore, you are dead right mate it gets very hot in Adelaide in summer.
I have an AlpineStar leather jacket but I reckon it would be too hot in summer.... it is very thick leather and heavy. I also have a DryRider Urban jacket that is also a bit too hot. I have looked at the Dainese mesh jacket that does have protection around the elbows etc. I do like the Ducati Summer Motard but at around $699 or thereabouts I was hoping for something a little cheaper. Cheers Bret Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: Big T on August 30, 2008, 06:22:24 PM Hey Brett I have the Motard Summer jacket and used it all last summer in some pretty hot weather here in Sydney.
It has a zip out liner that you can use if the weather cools a bit. I normally just switch to a leather jacket rather than mess with the liner but the once I did try it it was warm and did the job. I do highly recommend the jacket for hot weather riding. Nicely perforated to keep you cool ish.... [thumbsup] http://store.ducati.com.au/view_prod.php?prod_id=315 Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: brimo on August 30, 2008, 06:26:50 PM I have the Cortech GX air only $270 and comes with both removable quilted and waterproof liners.
It was the only one I tried on where the armour was sitting in the right position on my elbows and I consider myself as average build and height. It also has good quality leather patches on shoulder and elbows. So far very comfortable in the cool weather and yesterday was quite hot in the sun and once rolling along the jacket was well ventilated and cool. The only gripe I have is though the zips and fittings are good quality, the main front zip is on the wrong side which makes it feel awkward to do up. The thing I've found over the years with summer jackets is not to have them too tight, you can have all the vents in the world but if the air can't circulate it won't keep you cool. Happy riding, hooray for spring. [moto] Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: loony888 on August 30, 2008, 10:33:33 PM Obviously you will not get a jacket that keeps you cool in middle of summer, I am pretty sure that a middle of summer day in Adelaide can be frickin' hot. I only have a leather jacket with good air vents, yes you get warm sitting in traffic, but I would suggest you could be warm wearing a T-shirt. I prefer safety first. If you get too hot, park it out the front of your favourite Beer Garden and have a refreshment (any excuse). yep, i agree completely. a leather jacket is the best protection, just accept that getting hot and sweaty in summer is part of riding. riding safe. paul. Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: madalf71 on August 30, 2008, 10:40:52 PM Hi Brett.
Spidi Type "R" here, works very well, vents in arms, chest and back. Removable liner. Also full CE armour including back. Like it so much that 3 months later I went and bought a spare. They aren't popular so you might have to ask. RRP was $600, but I bought both of mine for $400..moving stock, not sure if they are still current. FYI leather jackets are hot, and stay away from black. Good Luck....only time you'll find me fashion shopping!!! Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: MonsterDorf on August 30, 2008, 11:12:17 PM My wife and I have MotoDry XVent jackets and they work a treat in Brissy.
Reasonably inexpensive but with good quality mesh and protection for the back, shoulders & elbow. Ours are all Black. Here are some links to start you off: http://www.bikebiz.com.au/enter.html?lang=en-us&target=p4220.html&lmd=39688.702106 http://shop.sydneycitymotorcycles.com.au/p/563508/motodry-x-vent-jkt-blkrd.html Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: goldFiSh on August 31, 2008, 02:08:37 AM FYI leather jackets are hot, and stay away from black. I'd agree, but I'd also add that a non perforated / vented textile jacket is hotter. FWIW, I ride with my full leather dainese all year, and yeah it gets hot but not unbearable. I also find that wearing a perforated "sports" t shirt under helps as well... just accept that getting hot and sweaty in summer is part of riding. riding safe. absolutely [thumbsup] there are worse things, you could be stuck a cage ;D Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: Spider on August 31, 2008, 02:35:18 AM exactly Goldie...a nice wool undershirt will work wonders wicking away the perspiration.
I always figured white, perforated leather would give the protection and keep the rider comfortable - good to hear I'm on the right page! (Bret I won't suggest the Dainese jacket I tried on to you - it's $1200!) Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: Betty on August 31, 2008, 03:08:53 AM So what's the go with perforated leather?
Sounds like it helps in summer, but does this make it too cool for winter? Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: Spider on August 31, 2008, 03:33:02 AM exactly - you're buying seasonal clothing - definitely a summer piece...but my leathers at the moment have got a removable thermal liner in them - so they are great for winter (*with liner) and can do spring and autumn without the liner - but black leather in summer is a pretty tough call.
Exactly the same for mesh textile. If you get a mesh or perforated leather jacket with a liner I imagine it can do you for 3 seasons too - just not cold winter...some of the comments above back up this thought. Sounds like Bret is after something very specific cause his current setup can do 3 seasons but not Adelaide's summer (didn't you guys get the record earlier this year for most consecutive days above 35 for an Australian city - 16 or something!) Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: BretMorris on August 31, 2008, 04:26:04 AM Spider,
It sure does get bloody hot in Adelaide and it is a clean heat.. not that humid. I have tried the Dianese mesh jacket but it just didnt seem to fit me properly. As I said earlier I do like the look of the Motard Summer but I think they are made by Dainese. Bret Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: Big T on August 31, 2008, 04:47:33 AM I have tried the Dianese mesh jacket but it just didnt seem to fit me properly. As I said earlier I do like the look of the Motard Summer but I think they are made by Dainese. Just checked my Motard and yes it is made by Dianese..... But fits me fine (I'm of average build at 82 kgs)......... Try it on if you can..... [roll] Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: BretMorris on August 31, 2008, 04:54:56 AM Big T,
Will probably take the Monster into Ducati Adelaide this week to show them the white stuff on my oil level window ( see my other post ) and while I am in their will check out the Motard if they have one. They do look the goods. Bret Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: ducmeister on September 01, 2008, 03:05:47 AM I have a Dririder RallyCross Off Road Series jacket. (that's all the names I could find on it). It only cost a few hundred bucks and comes with a waterproof insert, armour in the arms and shoulders, padding in the back, and a pocket in the back for an hydration bladder (and possibly a back protector).
It is possible to buy an upgrade kit for it which includes the bladder, uprated armour, and a fleecy liner to keep you warmer on those cooler days. It has a lot of mesh and is really breezy when you are moving. I wouldn't call it absolute first rate protection but for those casual summer blasts it is ideal. [thumbsup] I think I even did a Tassie trip in it. Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: midori20x on September 02, 2008, 06:20:19 AM I'm voting leathers.
And water ;D It gets warm in Brisbane too. Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: ptooey on September 03, 2008, 05:10:54 AM I got a Dainese Zentex.
You prolly won't find a more breezy summer jacket. Fabric of course, and standard Dainese shoulder and elbow pads, but the chest, arms and back are kevlar mesh, which is strong enough to hold together in a serious crash (which *sigh* I managed to test out). To describe, the mesh is 'meshy' enough for you to see right thru if you're wearing a bright shirt. It typically gets slightly uncomfortable when stationary, but is still likely the best and most breathable jacket in the shops. I wouldn't use it at all on its own if the temp goes below 20 degC, that's how effective the mesh is, and that does mean you'll need to wear another layer under if it does get chilly. I've also used this on a trip round East and West Tassie around the end of Summer, so having the jacket and some extra layers took care of hot and cold (and wet) conditions perfectly. Cost is around $300 and seems to be on sale at Peter Stevens (in Ringwood). Avail in various bright colours, but fortunately there's a mostly black one which I got. Dainese also have some kevlar mesh pants which are hidden under zipped flaps which aren't bad either. Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: BretMorris on September 08, 2008, 04:41:33 PM Went into Ducati Adelaide this weekend and tried on the Ducati Summer Motard Jacket. Terrific jacket and good fit. Missed out on getting one from Salt Lake Ducati via ebay for $300 .. bummer.. Didnt like the price of $650 Aus...
Will surf the net and see if I can find one at the right price!!! Bret Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: Super T.I.B on September 09, 2008, 01:02:46 AM I just have a Dririder Climate Control jacket with the 3 removable liners. I think it does it's job pretty well. Been down on it once and doesn't have so much as a scratch. [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: wraith on September 14, 2008, 07:48:22 PM I got a Dainese Zentex. You prolly won't find a more breezy summer jacket. Fabric of course, and standard Dainese shoulder and elbow pads, but the chest, arms and back are kevlar mesh, which is strong enough to hold together in a serious crash (which *sigh* I managed to test out). To describe, the mesh is 'meshy' enough for you to see right thru if you're wearing a bright shirt. It typically gets slightly uncomfortable when stationary, but is still likely the best and most breathable jacket in the shops. I wouldn't use it at all on its own if the temp goes below 20 degC, that's how effective the mesh is, and that does mean you'll need to wear another layer under if it does get chilly. I've also used this on a trip round East and West Tassie around the end of Summer, so having the jacket and some extra layers took care of hot and cold (and wet) conditions perfectly. Cost is around $300 and seems to be on sale at Peter Stevens (in Ringwood). Avail in various bright colours, but fortunately there's a mostly black one which I got. Dainese also have some kevlar mesh pants which are hidden under zipped flaps which aren't bad either. just got delivered a Zentex jacket from motowheels in the U.S great jacket, just under 300 delivered thanks for the suggestion ptooey !! Title: Re: Jacket for summer riding Post by: ptooey on September 14, 2008, 08:03:34 PM just got delivered a Zentex jacket from motowheels in the U.S great jacket, just under 300 delivered thanks for the suggestion ptooey !! Sure no probs wraith, happy to help. Hope to see you wearing it when we next do a ride day. |