tuktuk Posted January 27, 2016 Posted January 27, 2016 Shamefully, I think i might be joining Sold my perfect, barely used laguna seca suit as it was too tight and gave me neck problems to the point my neck would lock completely. So here i am on the lookout for a new suit, and the options are few and far between. Whats making it worse is that the deals avaliable are always on that odd colour combo you would normally think no chance! To the point where im considering a red white and blue suit, on a red white and blue bike pmsl. Its a saving of £500 over the more sensible looking colours which i cant overlook, yet i know im going to look a massive pranny. Will someone hide my wallet before i do something silly. Quote
Hoggs Posted January 27, 2016 Posted January 27, 2016 I'm stock pilling green spray paint. I can paint either you or the bike Quote
Mr Fro Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 You've obviously got more fashion sense than me - I couldn't give a monkey's if I clash. Quote
tuktuk Posted January 28, 2016 Author Posted January 28, 2016 Hoggs i cant be introducing any more colours lol.Fro, there is fashion sense, and then there is these lol. Stevie Wonder would cringe! Quote
tuktuk Posted January 28, 2016 Author Posted January 28, 2016 http://www.getgeared.co.uk/held_racing_ ... white_blue Quote
Hoggs Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 Well that matches your bike quite well! 500 quid is 500 quid though, I think it's enough of a bargain to throw caution and sense out the window! Also in about three months it's going to have got dirty enough that it will pretty much look all black Quote
tuktuk Posted January 28, 2016 Author Posted January 28, 2016 Matching is the problem lol. It would look like i was going for that look intentionally I need to see them in the flesh ideally. Quote
fullscreenaging Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 How about these from SportsBikeShop http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcy ... rod/212841http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcy ... rod/228460http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcy ... rod/230097All in that price range. Quote
tuktuk Posted January 28, 2016 Author Posted January 28, 2016 Deso that first set is my ideal leathers, black and relatively plain. If only they had a 42! My laguna seca was a 40 and fit well without a back protector but no chance with it on. The race evo held suit i think id get away with size wise as its a 40 but has back protector within the suit.Im also looking at the Held Slade suit in all black, cant find anywhere doing a bit discount though Also a used dainese set in my size on ebay but depends what they go for! Quote
tuktuk Posted January 28, 2016 Author Posted January 28, 2016 Theyve made my decision for me as just put it up to £830 from £720! Phew lol. Quote
fq-craigus Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 I bought a armr suit from sportsbike shop with back protector for £300 and there was plenty starting at that price. Quote
fullscreenaging Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 Theyve made my decision for me as just put it up to £830 from £720! Phew lol. I saw it was that price when I looked and that's why I gave you those examples at that price. Glad you're not gettingit now. It was hideous! lol Quote
Joeman Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 If its for the road, get a two piece!Ever tried to take a number-two in a motorway service station wearing a one piece leather suit? Quote
TC1474 Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 If its for the road, get a two piece!Ever tried to take a number-two in a motorway service station wearing a one piece leather suit? Apart from which a two piece is also a safer option on the road than a 1 piece race suit Quote
Mr Fro Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 Apart from which a two piece is also a safer option on the road than a 1 piece race suitWhy's that TC? Easier getting it off in case of a spill or fewer people racing home sharpish to unpack the shopping? Quote
TC1474 Posted January 28, 2016 Posted January 28, 2016 Why's that TC? Easier getting it off in case of a spill or fewer people racing home sharpish to unpack the shopping? There are actually a number of reasons, but it might be easier to explain if I simply reproduce another article I wrote a few years ago, but which still remains relevant.Over the years, during my time as a motorcycle policeman and then an accident investigator, I have taken a particular interest in how protective clothing performs in the event of a crash. Without doubt leather is still the best protective material to be wearing on a motorcycle. However, when it comes to buying a new set, it never ceases to amaze me how often dealers will try and talk you into buying the latest 1 piece race replica suit rather than listening to what your requirements really are. Now my requirements are very simple, I want a 2 piece suit that is the correct fit, comfortable (once it is broken in) and well made from a good quality hide. Although a bit of colour is OK, I like my leathers to be subtle rather than in your face! Not too much to ask is it? Well from a number of dealers I have spoken to recently, perhaps it is.I recently went in search of a new set of leathers since my current suit was starting to get tired, and although I could have gone down the tailor made route and had any colour my heart desired, I am usually quite fortunate and can get a good set of leathers off the peg to the specification I require. On this occasion all five dealers tried to push me into buying the latest race replica 1 piece. Firstly this would have done no favours for my slowly increasing waistline, and secondly I really have no desire to walk or ride around all day with a big lump sticking out from between my shoulder blades. These suits may be ideal for the track day guys, but I don’t do track days, I ride a Blackbird not a GSXR1000 and I often spend up to 10 hours or more in the saddle.But there is a more serious side! 1 piece suits are designed for use on the track where everyone travels in the same direction, with nice large run off areas and, importantly, none of the road side furniture that you get on your average A class road. In the event of an accident, medical help is usually with the fallen rider before they have stopped sliding, and everything is contained within a tightly controlled environment. On the road however we are not afforded that luxury. In the event of a serious crash we could be waiting for a considerable time before medical help arrives.This is where the main issue arises between wearing a 2 piece and 1 piece. A well fitting leather (and this can apply equally to jacket and trouser combination) will, in the event of serious injury, act as a splint for broken bones and, in some cases, reduce blood loss. With a 2 piece, if the rider is suffering from lower body injuries the trousers can be removed quite easily allowing medical personnel quick and easy access to the injury and minimizing the amount of discomfort suffered by the rider. If there is a combination of lower and upper body injuries and it is obvious that, for example, the rider has broken his collar bone, then the jacket can be left alone as it will be supportive leaving the paramedics to concentrate on the area most in need of attention.Put the rider into the same scenario but this time wearing a 1 piece. The leathers will not be able to be easily removed without great discomfort or the risk of further injury to the rider. Although the paramedics may be able to eventually cut through the leather to gain access to the injured part of the body, this will be time consuming and, in the golden hour, could prove to be critical.Then there is the issue of practicality. How many times have you been to an event on a hot or even just a warm day, and seen riders walking about with their 1 piece race suits tied in a knot by the arms around their waists, while those who choose to stay covered up tend to look like they are carrying a couple of kilos in their underpants? This is due to the different stress panels on a 1 piece compared to a 2 piece since the 1 piece is designed for the racing/sports bike crouch. 2 piece leathers actually keeps their shape better for longer, not to mention the fact that when you are off the bike you can remove your jacket and remain more comfortable.The issue of 1 piece versus 2 piece leathers has kicked off many lengthy discussions during presentations I have made to motorcycling clubs up and down the country, and I could take up another two or three pages going into the pro’s and cons of the two styles, but suffice it to say, Mr Dealer, when someone comes into your shop asking for a 2 piece, please respect their decision, the chances are they have considered the options and are not as convinced about the virtues of a 1 piece as you are, some of us like to dress for safety and comfort!I hope that answers the question, and before anyone asks, the waistline did contract last summer but is slowly starting to expand again Quote
tuktuk Posted January 30, 2016 Author Posted January 30, 2016 Missed out on the ebay set Back to the drawing board. Quote
tuktuk Posted February 2, 2016 Author Posted February 2, 2016 Gone for the new dainese laguna seca in bigger size. Stick to what you know lol. Quote
Joeman Posted February 2, 2016 Posted February 2, 2016 Gone for the new dainese laguna seca in bigger size. Stick to what you know lol.Onesie or two piece? Quote
tuktuk Posted February 10, 2016 Author Posted February 10, 2016 Arrived this morning. Worth the wait for the cost!http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff215/tuktuk_photo/Mobile%20Uploads/20160210_105952_zpsdxxsbmtb.jpghttp://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff215/tuktuk_photo/Mobile%20Uploads/20160210_105900_zpss728afmj.jpg Quote
RantMachine Posted February 10, 2016 Posted February 10, 2016 Power Ranger with a vitamin D deficiency, by the looks of it! Quote
tuktuk Posted February 10, 2016 Author Posted February 10, 2016 Just wish those red bits and the logos were also black! Quote
Hoggs Posted February 10, 2016 Posted February 10, 2016 Just wish those red bits and the logos were also black! Take a ride round the north circular in the rain that should do it Quote
TC1474 Posted February 10, 2016 Posted February 10, 2016 Baggy arse syndrome before you have even put it on Quote
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