[TRR]

Originally Posted by neil.jericho

TRR, do you mean that the strap is too long? Or is it too short (as seen in the picture)?

Does the right side glove feel a little more tight, when you slide it on? I remember experiencing something like this while trying an pair of DSG gloves, several years ago. This does seem like a manufacturing issue. Do check whether this problem exists with other units of the same model in the store.

Yes, the strap is too short. And with some more usage of these gloves, both gloves feel like they have narrow openings at the wrist. Pulling either side on is a little annoying since the wrist opening is smaller, but the rest of the glove fits perfectly.





From what I've read from reviews of this glove on Revzilla and the Dainese site, the tight wrist area seems to be a design flaw as many others have reported the same issues. The narrow wrist also makes it a bit of an annoyance to use with a jacket. I can live with it since I don't use full leathers, but for those looking to use this with a leather suit or thicker jackets or for those who frequently end up removing and re-wearing their gloves, I'd mostly recommend to look elsewhere.

The glove is incredibly well-made otherwise. But I'd be cautious of recommending it to others, primarily because of the weird proportions. Protection-wise A+ I'd say at least for my use case, but fit wise. it's highly subjective and I'd say most people won't like it, mainly because of the narrow wrists.

[shyamg28]

Originally Posted by Red Liner

None, get the Royal Enfield x TCX Stelvio High boots for about 18k. Made in Romania by TCX, badged as RE.

Originally Posted by neil.jericho

shyamg28, considering your VStrom 650 and touring patterns, just get the Royal Enfield boots. If it isnt available in Bangalore, I can check with my local Royal Enfield dealer and see if they have the option of shipping it to your nearest dealer where you can try and buy. It shouldnt be hard for you to get your hands on a pair.

Thank you both!



@neil.jericho was kind enough to check with the store at Kochi and provided me the contact. Lucky for me, one last piece in my size was available. Store in charge was more than helpful! Sent me a cat as well it would seem

[Sebring]

We have some amazing guys on our forum giving the right advice. Even mine was the last piece in black. Post this, they (RE + TCX) will come with a new collection, next year, I'm told. So feeling lucky too

Originally Posted by shyamg28

neil.jericho was kind enough to check with the store at Kochi and provided me the contact. Lucky for me, one last piece in my size was available. Store in charge was more than helpful! Sent me a cat as well it would seem

[Red Liner]

Hoarders should be jailed i tell you...

[Sebring]

Jailed with well worn shoes, milord

Originally Posted by Red Liner

Hoarders should be jailed

[pcpranav]

Originally Posted by Axe77

....
Finally got the cobbler to stitch it up.

I remembered that sometime back reading this thread, check if they could properly repair the shoes :
https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/other...rage-pune.html (Riding Boots (Shoe) repair service - My Shoe Garage (Pune))

regards,
Pranav

[Thamps]

I am looking to buy a pair of riding pants.The protection and durability are the primary concerns. features like thermal insulation and 100% waterproofing is not a must. Budget around 15k
Searched online and found these models.Couldnt find any reviews on the same. Any one has any better suggestions or review of the same?
1) Revit eclipse pants
2) Shima jet pants
3) Furygan trekker evo pants
4) Ixon cooler pants
5) RS Taichi crossover mesh pants
Though the Indian brands are cheaper, I just wanted to test the quality/longevity of international brands.Besides I found only two pants worth checking out.
6) Viaterra Spencer
7) Solace cool air V3

Staying away from Rynox as my previous pants were Rynox Airtex and it didn't last much.

Also,anyone using leather pants?Will it be suitable for our climate considering the added protection it provides.
Saw some berik and bogotta leather pants on FC moto for dirt cheap.
Any advice and suggestions will be much helpful.
Thank you

[neil.jericho]

Originally Posted by Thamps

I am looking to buy a pair of riding pants.The protection and durability are the primary concerns. features like thermal insulation and 100% waterproofing is not a must. Budget around 15k
Searched online and found these models.Couldnt find any reviews on the same. Any one has any better suggestions or review of the same?
1) Revit eclipse pants
2) Shima jet pants
3) Furygan trekker evo pants
4) Ixon cooler pants
5) RS Taichi crossover mesh pants
Though the Indian brands are cheaper, I just wanted to test the quality/longevity of international brands.Besides I found only two pants worth checking out.
6) Viaterra Spencer
7) Solace cool air V3

Thamps, for riding pants, please try and buy! Sometime back, I tried out different pant options in a riding gear store and was amazed at how different they all were, even though they were supposed to fit my waist size. From whatever I tried, I really liked the Revit Airwave 3 pants. That is something that I will probably pick up soon. Unfortunately, I dont know any single store in India where you can try out all the pants that you listed.

[Sebring]

I can vouch for Taichi as I'm using them. They're very good. You need to try them on for fit, length especially, before buying. As your luck would have it, on SALE from today https://6kiom.com/

Originally Posted by Thamps

I am looking to buy a pair of riding pants.

[shyamg28]

I know nobody asked, but I'm sharing some pics of the TCX Stelvio high rise boots.

























The following can be almost completely disregarded

Went on a 300kms ride with them. Slightly challenging with up shifting as of now. Unfortunately rode through smashing rain for a brief period of an hour, and the boots were drenched from inside. Of course I wasn't wearing any rain gear at all so it had to happen. Took quite a while for them to dry so lesson learnt is to never let them get wet lol.

Importantly, that solid invincible feeling, is confident inspiring. I have adjusted the gear lever to bring it up further for now. Still need to test it. Maybe an extended lever would've been ideal. From the marks on my boots, it's evident that I was unable to slide the entire front under the gear lever. In any case, a blacked out contact patch might have been better.

Also would've preferred the black boots just to mask all the black that's getting rubbed on it. The V Strom has these rubber contact patches to allow the rider's foot to rest on the footpegs and that has rubbed more black onto the boots. Not a real problem, in fact, only looks more rugged that way

Serrated footpegs would probably notch up the grip and confidence level even more.

[Red Liner]

Originally Posted by shyamg28

I know nobody asked, but I'm sharing some pics of the TCX Stelvio high rise boots.

Nice. What's your UK size? How does the boot fit? Do you have wide or narrow feet?

[Weathered]

Originally Posted by shyamg28

Slightly challenging with up shifting as of now.
Importantly, that solid invincible feeling, is confident inspiring. I have adjusted the gear lever to bring it up further for now. From the marks on my boots, it's evident that I was unable to slide the entire front under the gear lever. In any case, a blacked out contact patch might have been better.
The V Strom has these rubber contact patches to allow the rider's foot to rest on the footpegs and that has rubbed more black onto the boots. Not a real problem, in fact, only looks more rugged that way
Serrated footpegs would probably notch up the grip and confidence level even more.

A friend & I have the same pair of boots and your observations pretty much mimics my experience. It took me 3-4 rides for them to break in and settle down, in the sense to get a hang of shifting gears up, especially 4th gear & above. I was thinking of adjusting the gear lever, but the stock rubberized gear lever on my 390 felt slippery with the boots, so i have just replaced them to the ones from 390 adventure which are wider and the lever position is not as sporty. A ride this weekend should give an idea if it makes a difference in grip & upshifting. Otherwise, they were comfortable from day 1 and great value, no complaints at all. Thanks for the tip to avoid using them in wet!

[Cayman360]

Originally Posted by neil.jericho

From whatever I tried, I really liked the Revit Airwave 3 pants. That is something that I will probably pick up soon. Unfortunately, I dont know any single store in India where you can try out all the pants that you listed.

I have the Airwave 3, quality and fit both perfect. Build quality of chains and pockets etc are really good but this has a baggy touring fit and isn’t water proof. Comes with L1 armor but L2 armor also available separately. Have added L2 knee protectors for now. Fits well over the RE TCX half rise boots.

[neil.jericho]

Originally Posted by Cayman360

I have the Airwave 3, quality and fit both perfect. Build quality of chains and pockets etc are really good but this has a baggy touring fit and isn’t water proof. Comes with L1 armor but L2 armor also available separately. Have added L2 knee protectors for now. Fits well over the RE TCX half rise boots.

Thanks Cayman360. I held off on my purchase of the Airwave 3 because I decided to wait for the L2 armour to arrive. It wasnt available at that time. Did you get it from Orion or did you order the armour directly from High Note Performance (the importer)?

[Cayman360]

Both pants and knee armor from Orion. But wouldn’t a waterproof version be more suitable? Does A* have a Drystar pair of pants?