Bought my gear today from :0) (lots of pics)

[Stuno1]

Bought all my gear today from George 'White' in Swindon. Really good service and LOADS of gear to choose from at amazing prices...

So here we go...

Leather jacket = Alpinestars Jerez Moto GP

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0143.jpg

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0144.jpg

Leather trousers = Alpinestars Track

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0141.jpg

Boots = TCX Competizone RS

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0139.jpg

Gloves = Berik 8087

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0140.jpg

Helmet = Shark 900

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0145.jpg

Oxford Plate back protector

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0142.jpg

All together i look like a power ranger!

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0149.jpg

I also took the opportunity to sit on a 2004 GSXR 600 which was a lot more comfortable than i was expecting...

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj149/stuno1/Motorbike%20Fun/IMG_0138-1.jpg

Had a wicked time and can't wait to pass my DAS now and get a bike! CBT next weekend so bring it on.

Stu

Edited January 16, 2011 by Stuno1

[hammer5]

Nice kit mate I'm envious how much did it all cost? Also i wouldn't worry about being a power ranger unless you use certain colours

BB

[Stuno1]

Nice kit mate I'm envious how much did it all cost? Also i wouldn't worry about being a power ranger unless you use certain colours

BB

 

lol, true, There is a white one but not black and white!

Personally i think it was good value. The lot came to £860. Some was last seasons so saved just over £450 :0). There was soooo much to choose from. Loved it.

Stu

[Guest]

Pleased with yourself eh Stu ??

Nothing like some retail therapy!!! Looking good mate.

[Stuno1]

Pleased with yourself eh Stu ??

Nothing like some retail therapy!!! Looking good mate.

 

Yes mate, love it. Well chuffed.

Stu

[mattyb]

Got some nice looking kit there fella, bit of extra motivation to help through the direct access eh!

[jacol]

Loving the back protector. All of the stuff look good, and you chose good colours too.

[Stuno1]

Cheers mate. Went with black and white so i dont need new gear everytime i get a new bike :0)

Do i need to treat the leathers with anything?

Stu

[Guest]

yes and no. they recommend they are 'fed' and kept clean etc. A quick search should throw up leather feed and care instructions. Personally I have never bothered with anything but a wipe down with a damp cloth

[Stuno1]

yes and no. they recommend they are 'fed' and kept clean etc. A quick search should throw up leather feed and care instructions. Personally I have never bothered with anything but a wipe down with a damp cloth

 

oh ok cool. I have some leather feed/cleaner already so winner!

Stu

[Guest]

you might want to invest in a waterproof oversuit too, cos wet leathers ain't funny

Mine are waterproof which is an absolute boon, but generally speaking I use textiles. Leathers won't come out til it warms up a bit

[Stuno1]

Good call mate, will have a look around.

I only plan on using the bike in the dry once i have passed though.

Stu

[oldgreg01]

Good kit, love the lid.

[iiisecondcreep]

Nice one! Love those boots

Wish there was a George White up here, keep browsing the clearance section.... hopefully they'll have a good selection at the bike show again this year, got my helmet there last year for half price

[Stuno1]

Good kit, love the lid.

 

That was a bit of luck tbh. I originally wanted 2010 model but they did not have any in my size. Turns out a supplier sent them a 2011 model by mistake and it was my size. Snapped it up

 

Nice one! Love those boots

Wish there was a George White up here, keep browsing the clearance section.... hopefully they'll have a good selection at the bike show again this year, got my helmet there last year for half price

 

Cheers bud, the guy who was serving me recommended them.

Just want to put it all to use now.

Stu

[mattyb]

I got some leather soap, mostly for horse riders gear, makes the leather kit look like new. You'd definitely notice it on the white bits. It's not really necessary though. Ran my non biking leather jacket through it and it made it look brand new again.

[Guest]

nice kit m8..... you ll look soooooooo cool on your cbt

[Takanta]

nice kit , love the helmet and boots , was thinking of getting a shark S900 aswell .

Cool leathers too. However I use textiles all year round .

tried a set of leathers before but I end up with mega cramp and get stressed while trying to get them off haha

[Stuno1]

nice kit m8..... you ll look soooooooo cool on your cbt

 

Lol I know. Going to feel like a bit of a charley but hey ho.

 

nice kit , love the helmet and boots , was thinking of getting a shark S900 aswell .

Cool leathers too. However I use textiles all year round .

tried a set of leathers before but I end up with mega cramp and get stressed while trying to get them off haha

 

The helmet is really nice mate. Comfy, well padded, not too heavy. I wanted the built in sun visor which is why I got it.

Stu

[dimmers]

nice kit m8..... you ll look soooooooo cool on your cbt

 

Lol I know. Going to feel like a bit of a charley but hey ho.

 

You could always wear a pair of baggy jeans over your leathers if you're bothered about what people think!

[Stuno1]

nice kit m8..... you ll look soooooooo cool on your cbt

 

Lol I know. Going to feel like a bit of a charley but hey ho.

 

You could always wear a pair of baggy jeans over your leathers if you're bothered about what people think!

 

Lol...not that bothered :0)

[Guest]

First post... but I went to Hein Gericke in Plymouth last weekend and bought a few bits before I have my CBT (5th March)

I bought

Helmet, HJC IS-16 Type 0 in Matt Black: http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/shop/prod ... ts_id/5779 In MEDIUM, I thought my head was huge...! Love the matt black too.

Gloves, http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/shop/prod ... ts_id/3599 In black.

Jacket, http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/shop/prod ... ts_id/6905

Jacket is a little tight near elbows/forearms if I dont ensure the sleeves are pulled down a bit.

Im in the gym alot and have wide shoulders and small waist.. big V shape so had to opt for a leather/textile as the leathers just wernt long enough for my body at the size I needed for a snug fit.

All the above for £420 (little bit of discount on helmet and jacket)

I need to get boots and trousers, will look at getting Boots definately before CBT as ive only got hiking boots which will be a bit of a pain. Just not sure on trousers yet...was just thinking of getting some of these biking jeans, but I dont see how they are going to work...had a feel of them and they felt no different at all to the ones I had on which were £30 from Next..

[Stuno1]

First post... but I went to Hein Gericke in Plymouth last weekend and bought a few bits before I have my CBT (5th March)

I bought

Helmet, HJC IS-16 Type 0 in Matt Black: http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/shop/prod ... ts_id/5779 In MEDIUM, I thought my head was huge...! Love the matt black too.

Gloves, http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/shop/prod ... ts_id/3599 In black.

Jacket, http://www.hein-gericke.co.uk/shop/prod ... ts_id/6905

Jacket is a little tight near elbows/forearms if I dont ensure the sleeves are pulled down a bit.

Im in the gym alot and have wide shoulders and small waist.. big V shape so had to opt for a leather/textile as the leathers just wernt long enough for my body at the size I needed for a snug fit.

All the above for £420 (little bit of discount on helmet and jacket)

I need to get boots and trousers, will look at getting Boots definately before CBT as ive only got hiking boots which will be a bit of a pain. Just not sure on trousers yet...was just thinking of getting some of these biking jeans, but I dont see how they are going to work...had a feel of them and they felt no different at all to the ones I had on which were £30 from Next..

 

Nice gear mate...love spending on bike stuff

[toon83]

Nice kit mate I'm envious how much did it all cost? Also i wouldn't worry about being a power ranger unless you use certain colours

BB

 

lol, true, There is a white one but not black and white!

Personally i think it was good value. The lot came to £860. Some was last seasons so saved just over £450 :0). There was soooo much to choose from. Loved it.

Stu

 

wow thats cheap paid 2,310 for mine

[Stuno1]

Nice kit mate I'm envious how much did it all cost? Also i wouldn't worry about being a power ranger unless you use certain colours

BB

 

lol, true, There is a white one but not black and white!

Personally i think it was good value. The lot came to £860. Some was last seasons so saved just over £450 :0). There was soooo much to choose from. Loved it.

Stu

 

wow thats cheap paid 2,310 for mine

 

This must be a joke??? You should have done more research and shopped around if not! Or I hope your gear poos gold!