New Jacket Time

Sixxxxer · 03-15-2009, 02:42 PM

Ok Well I am looking for a New Leather Jacket...I found a Few I like Just getting some opinions from you guys.

First one is a Shift Vendetta for 179...

# 1.2-1.4mm Premium grain leather
# Articulated design for superior comfort
# Removable CE approved shoulder and elbow armor
# Stretch fabric panels in key areas for added flexibility and comfort
# Leather accordion panels in key flex areas for unrestricted movement
# Connection zipper for attachment to compatible SHIFT pants
# Reflective piping for added visibility
# Removable/Washable quilted vest liner
# Integrated pocket for a back protector
# MSRP: $329.95 Your price: $179.99

Now I'm Usually a Black Leather kinda guy but I REALLY Like the White/Grey Combo they Have, I.E.

So my question is...People who have white leather...How much of a Bitch is it to Keep clean/ Does it get dirty Super quick?? I think it would give some contrast to my Blue Bike.

Or there is the Typicall Wear the Jacket of the Bike you ride...Its a Joe Rocket but it has Kawi Badging on it...

# 1.2mm Dull Finish Cow Hide
# C.E. rated protectors in shoulders and elbows
# Removable spine pad with pocket for optional C.E. spine protector
# Removable insulated vest liner
# Variable Flow ventilation system
# Snap loops for attaching jacket to belt
# Reflective stripe
# Sure Fit adjustable waistband
# Official licensed Kawasaki product
# MSRP: $449.99 - $464.99
# Sale Price: $205.00

Bahh...I need help spending my Money!!!

Homeslice · 03-15-2009, 03:08 PM

Depends on your build.......skinny guys shouldn't buy either of those brands, because they're pretty baggy.

Dnyce · 03-15-2009, 03:48 PM

whites not too bad, just dont let it build up on you. as in dont treat it like your bike, which i believe u said u never clean

Sixxxxer · 03-15-2009, 03:49 PM

Lol..Bike is diff than gear...And I dont NEVER clean it...

Ok maybe I like to ride more than clean the damn thing...But it still looks good From faar away...Lol

rogue · 03-15-2009, 04:40 PM

Hey, Sixxxer, have you looked into Teknic gear? You're about my ex's size and Teknic fit him really well.

Just thought I'd throw that out there.....

Dave · 03-15-2009, 04:51 PM

id avoid rocket at all costs bro. well, scratch that. i have a rocket mesh thats pretty good but watch those seams!

CrazyKell · 03-15-2009, 09:49 PM

Of those two jackets I like the Shift one WAY better.

I'd like to see some other choices before I make my final decision though.

No Worries · 03-16-2009, 12:12 AM

If you are size 48 and you don't mind used, here's a nice jacket on ebay:http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Field...Q5fMerchandise. But it ends on march 17. I have the exact same jacket in black and yellow, and I love it.

Sixxxxer · 03-16-2009, 01:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CrazyKell

Of those two jackets I like the Shift one WAY better.

I'd like to see some other choices before I make my final decision though.

Only if you Insist

Gonna browse around some more before I pull the Trigger...I do like the White though

tommymac · 03-16-2009, 03:05 AM

Def try them on if you can esp stuf for us bigger guys can vary between manufacturers. My textile I can fit a family of illegals in there with me, but my perf jacket is snug if I wear a liner or sweatshirt in it. And leather wont give as much as a textile will.

Tom

03-15-2009, 02:42 PM	#1
Sixxxxer Like Gixxxxer But Not Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Dirty Jersey Moto: 2008 ZX6R Posts: 4,891	New Jacket Time Ok Well I am looking for a New Leather Jacket...I found a Few I like Just getting some opinions from you guys. First one is a Shift Vendetta for 179... # 1.2-1.4mm Premium grain leather # Articulated design for superior comfort # Removable CE approved shoulder and elbow armor # Stretch fabric panels in key areas for added flexibility and comfort # Leather accordion panels in key flex areas for unrestricted movement # Connection zipper for attachment to compatible SHIFT pants # Reflective piping for added visibility # Removable/Washable quilted vest liner # Integrated pocket for a back protector # MSRP: $329.95 Your price: $179.99 Now I'm Usually a Black Leather kinda guy but I REALLY Like the White/Grey Combo they Have, I.E. So my question is...People who have white leather...How much of a Bitch is it to Keep clean/ Does it get dirty Super quick?? I think it would give some contrast to my Blue Bike. Or there is the Typicall Wear the Jacket of the Bike you ride...Its a Joe Rocket but it has Kawi Badging on it... # 1.2mm Dull Finish Cow Hide # C.E. rated protectors in shoulders and elbows # Removable spine pad with pocket for optional C.E. spine protector # Removable insulated vest liner # Variable Flow ventilation system # Snap loops for attaching jacket to belt # Reflective stripe # Sure Fit adjustable waistband # Official licensed Kawasaki product # MSRP: $449.99 - $464.99 # Sale Price: $205.00 Bahh...I need help spending my Money!!! __________________ [FRSH] Candy Plasma Blue

03-15-2009, 03:48 PM	#3
Dnyce flyin high Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: cali Moto: 10speed huffy w/cards in the spokes Posts: 2,318	whites not too bad, just dont let it build up on you. as in dont treat it like your bike, which i believe u said u never clean __________________ "Racing Is Life, Everything Before and After is Just Waiting" Steve McQueen

03-15-2009, 03:49 PM	#4
Sixxxxer Like Gixxxxer But Not Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Dirty Jersey Moto: 2008 ZX6R Posts: 4,891	Lol..Bike is diff than gear...And I dont NEVER clean it... Ok maybe I like to ride more than clean the damn thing...But it still looks good From faar away...Lol __________________ [FRSH] Candy Plasma Blue

03-15-2009, 03:08 PM	#2
Homeslice Elitist Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Moto: Gix 750 Posts: 11,351	Depends on your build.......skinny guys shouldn't buy either of those brands, because they're pretty baggy.

03-15-2009, 04:51 PM	#6
Dave Chaotic Neutral Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cherry Hill NJ Moto: GV1200 Madura, Hawk gt Posts: 13,992	id avoid rocket at all costs bro. well, scratch that. i have a rocket mesh thats pretty good but watch those seams!

03-15-2009, 09:49 PM	#7
CrazyKell Vrooom Join Date: Nov 2008 Moto: 06 ZX6R Posts: 4,427	Of those two jackets I like the Shift one WAY better. I'd like to see some other choices before I make my final decision though.

03-16-2009, 12:12 AM	#8
No Worries Keyboard Racer Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mile High City Moto: Old Superbikes Posts: 1,016	If you are size 48 and you don't mind used, here's a nice jacket on ebay:http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Field...Q5fMerchandise. But it ends on march 17. I have the exact same jacket in black and yellow, and I love it.

03-16-2009, 03:05 AM	#10
tommymac Moto GP Star Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 11,022	Def try them on if you can esp stuf for us bigger guys can vary between manufacturers. My textile I can fit a family of illegals in there with me, but my perf jacket is snug if I wear a liner or sweatshirt in it. And leather wont give as much as a textile will. Tom