The Riding Gear thread

quickdraw · 31st October 2009, 05:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by dre@ms

Decided to purchace MX3, contacted cramster, unfortunately no stock. Expected around 20th next month. Also got a information, that a new model is expected next month.

Fingers crossed.

Call the DSG guys as well planetdsg.com

Also always remember buy as much as you can afford, you never know when it will pay off. Trust me.

dre@ms · 31st October 2009, 11:41

^^ I cant find the MX3 model in planetdsg. All are alpinestars. And good looking ones cost a bomb.

I can compromise on the price in need of quality. So, can you suggest some alpinestars models?

I drive in Delhi, and now winter has started.

Right now using a half gloves, bought from the payment of connaught place, after a bargain for 30 rupees

quickdraw · 1st November 2009, 18:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by dre@ms

^^ I cant find the MX3 model in planetdsg. All are alpinestars. And good looking ones cost a bomb.

I can compromise on the price in need of quality. So, can you suggest some alpinestars models?

I drive in Delhi, and now winter has started.

Right now using a half gloves, bought from the payment of connaught place, after a bargain for 30 rupees

Alpinestars is a little expensive but quite worth it, they do have many models in the lower price range. I guess you were looking at full gp series. You dont need that you can buy the cheaper ones around 3000ish they are also good.

manson · 1st November 2009, 21:54

I have just recently ordered quite a box from sportbiketrackgear which I can hardly wait for to arrive. One of the articles is a pair Alpinestar gloves which seem to be quite a buck for what I paid. Lets see how vfm and well finished they actually are once the stuff reaches me.

manson.

dre@ms · 3rd November 2009, 07:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by quickdraw

Alpinestars is a little expensive but quite worth it, they do have many models in the lower price range. I guess you were looking at full gp series. You dont need that you can buy the cheaper ones around 3000ish they are also good.

I shortlisted 2 type of gloves each in Street and Offroad categories, find the links below,
Alpinestars Dual Gloves : 09 Red Black - Rs1,999.00

Alpinestars Raven Gloves Blue - Rs2,399.00

Also to mention Cramsters MX3 is already shortlisted.

Can you let me know which suits for a daily wear?

huwaeiguy · 3rd November 2009, 11:14

guys this is my current riding gear

msvg · 11th November 2009, 16:25

Recently i bought a STUDDS Bravo Red helmet with grahics.
The quality for the price of Rs 950/- is highly appreciable and recommended.

motorpsycho · 16th November 2009, 11:18

Hi Guys
I was thinking of going in for my first riding jacket and found this link
Men's Black and Grey Armored Motorcycle Tri-Tex™ Fabric Jackets

Is it worth the money , anyother suggestions will be most welcome. A friend of mine will get it for me when she returns to India this December.

Thanks in advance
MP

MadBiker · 16th November 2009, 12:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by motorpsycho

Hi Guys
I was thinking of going in for my first riding jacket and found this link
Men's Black and Grey Armored Motorcycle Tri-Tex™ Fabric Jackets

Is it worth the money , anyother suggestions will be most welcome. A friend of mine will get it for me when she returns to India this December.

Thanks in advance
MP

I'm using that jacket for more than a year now - extremely satisfied with it - Please remember to order one size larger than your regular size!

EssYouWe · 16th November 2009, 13:40

Hey that is one cheap deal!

Very interested in this. Is this one of those christmas time discounts Navpreet was referring to?

motorpsycho · 16th November 2009, 14:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadBiker

I'm using that jacket for more than a year now - extremely satisfied with it - Please remember to order one size larger than your regular size!

MB
Thank you very much for the prompt reply.

Will go for it , Does it come with Armour on the arms?
Will I have to pay for customs duty on it , if its shipped?

Quote:

Originally Posted by EssYouWe

Hey that is one cheap deal!

Very interested in this. Is this one of those christmas time discounts Navpreet was referring to?

No its not a Christmas discount , its been on sale for some time now.

Thanks and regards

MP

EssYouWe · 16th November 2009, 17:18

How good is 'XElement'?

Any idea what could be the best jacket sub Rs.6000?

MadBiker · 18th November 2009, 22:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by motorpsycho

MB
Thank you very much for the prompt reply.

Will go for it , Does it come with Armour on the arms?
Will I have to pay for customs duty on it , if its shipped?

No its not a Christmas discount , its been on sale for some time now.

Thanks and regards

MP

It does come with padded CE Approved Armour

I asked my friend coming down from USA to get it for me - So find some one coming from US to get it for you, Not sure of import duties if ordered online.

Quote:

Originally Posted by EssYouWe

How good is 'XElement'?

Any idea what could be the best jacket sub Rs.6000?

xElement is good enough, I'm not comparing with a Cramster or a DSG - But its worth every penny - I have been using it for more than a year and it has served me very well.

quickdraw · 19th November 2009, 00:20

Spine Guard and a new helmet is on the wish list for christmas this year. Please someone gift me a 1 piece suit!

EssYouWe · 19th November 2009, 01:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadBiker

xElement is good enough, I'm not comparing with a Cramster or a DSG - But its worth every penny - I have been using it for more than a year and it has served me very well.

Ummm... That put me in a bigger fix.

Is 'XElement' > Cramster?

It seems to be cheaper than Cramster for sure. If it isn't really good, I would much rather go with a Breezer 2.0 or a Pulse.

Another question: If I buy a size bigger on the Breezer, can I wear it on a sweatshirt in the winters?

The Breezer looks better than the Pulse IMO.

Between the two, which one would you guys suggest?

31st October 2009, 11:41	#197
dre@ms BHPian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: MADRAS Posts: 642 Thanked: 206 Times	^^ I cant find the MX3 model in planetdsg. All are alpinestars. And good looking ones cost a bomb. I can compromise on the price in need of quality. So, can you suggest some alpinestars models? I drive in Delhi, and now winter has started. Right now using a half gloves, bought from the payment of connaught place, after a bargain for 30 rupees
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1st November 2009, 21:54	#199
manson Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 3,933 Thanked: 4,290 Times View My Garage	I have just recently ordered quite a box from sportbiketrackgear which I can hardly wait for to arrive. One of the articles is a pair Alpinestar gloves which seem to be quite a buck for what I paid. Lets see how vfm and well finished they actually are once the stuff reaches me. manson.
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3rd November 2009, 11:14	#201
huwaeiguy BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 88 Thanked: 21 Times	My riding gear! guys this is my current riding gear
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11th November 2009, 16:25	#202
msvg BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA / Bangalore Posts: 209 Thanked: 24 Times	Recently i bought a STUDDS Bravo Red helmet with grahics. The quality for the price of Rs 950/- is highly appreciable and recommended.
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16th November 2009, 11:18	#203
motorpsycho BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hubli Posts: 491 Thanked: 463 Times	Hi Guys I was thinking of going in for my first riding jacket and found this link Men's Black and Grey Armored Motorcycle Tri-Tex™ Fabric Jackets Is it worth the money , anyother suggestions will be most welcome. A friend of mine will get it for me when she returns to India this December. Thanks in advance MP
	() Thanks

16th November 2009, 13:40	#205
EssYouWe Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lucknow Posts: 1,391 Thanked: 18 Times	Hey that is one cheap deal! Very interested in this. Is this one of those christmas time discounts Navpreet was referring to?
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16th November 2009, 17:18	#207
EssYouWe Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lucknow Posts: 1,391 Thanked: 18 Times	How good is 'XElement'? Any idea what could be the best jacket sub Rs.6000?
	() Thanks

19th November 2009, 00:20	#209
quickdraw Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Delhi Posts: 1,315 Thanked: 2,949 Times View My Garage	Spine Guard and a new helmet is on the wish list for christmas this year. Please someone gift me a 1 piece suit!
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