Protective Gear Guide

Jemmie · 01-16-2015, 02:42 AM

What are the most important protective gear? I know most of us know that helmet, a fully armor jacket(elbow, shoulder and back protector), Pant with knee slider's and armors, but if there is something missing or some tip for safe riding we must share, so other can take benefit from our experience.

"Biker's are More then A Family"

Loafer · 01-16-2015, 09:12 AM

Oh Cool !

Share away... I love to hear what others are doing.

**ringadingh** · 01-16-2015, 09:53 AM

A good pair of gloves, most times when you come off a bike your hands are the first thing to hit the road, and thin gloves barely last a second grinding on the pavement.
When I came off my bike a few years ago I had some decent gloves and still ended up with some really bad road rash after I stopped sliding.

cactusjack · 01-16-2015, 01:53 PM

Gloves, a helmet (usually), jeans and boots. That's my safety gear. Oh, and a jacket when it's cold.

**Top Cat** · 01-16-2015, 04:03 PM

Full face helmet, either a leather jacket or mesh armor jacket, gloves (not the fingerless useless things) and boots.
But most important I try to maintain a full understanding of the dangers and possible dangers around me. Mental alertness is key. No music or other distractions for me. yomv

dshelly · 01-16-2015, 04:20 PM

Shorts, flip flops and a tee shirt ? Oh and a good pair of shades.

**Top Cat** · 01-16-2015, 06:00 PM

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Shorts, flip flops and a tee shirt ? Oh and a good pair of shades.

Funnin with the new guys again huh Dave

**crazygene49** · 01-16-2015, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dshelly

Shorts, flip flops and a tee shirt ? Oh and a good pair of shades.

hullster · 01-16-2015, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by dshelly

Shorts, flip flops and a tee shirt ? Oh and a good pair of shades.

see it alot in florida...

**schoeney** · 07-06-2015, 10:32 AM

A good thong...hi viz color of course.

id-man · 07-06-2015, 11:10 AM

Jemmie if this turns into a plug for jackets4bikes.com like your other post "Hot weather gear" you might find it backfiring on you. Don''t be sleazy - if you're affiliated with that site be honest about it and consider supporting this site by becoming a vendor sponsor.

**HwyRider** · 07-06-2015, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by schoeney

A good thong...hi viz color of course.

But you need the plastic inserts to protect the family jewels.

**cnc** · 07-09-2015, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by HwyRider

But you need the plastic inserts to protect the family jewels.

Or don't keep all your nuts in one basket.

Jemmie · 07-27-2015, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by id-man

Jemmie if this turns into a plug for jackets4bikes.com like your other post "Hot weather gear" you might find it backfiring on you. Don''t be sleazy - if you're affiliated with that site be honest about it and consider supporting this site by becoming a vendor sponsor.

I just screwed up with you guys. Posting some threads in riding gear doesn't mean that i am looking to do some business here. I am not big fan of motorcycle customization so instead of sharing false information i kept myself away from such threads. What do you really meant about "backfiring" do elaborate this.
I am editing the thread related to "Hot weather gear" so do suggest me names of brands i can use on this forum.

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Jemmie Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 9	Protective Gear Guide What are the most important protective gear? I know most of us know that helmet, a fully armor jacket(elbow, shoulder and back protector), Pant with knee slider's and armors, but if there is something missing or some tip for safe riding we must share, so other can take benefit from our experience. "Biker's are More then A Family" Login or Register to Remove Ads Last edited by Jemmie; 02-19-2015 at 11:48 PM.
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01-16-2015, 09:12 AM	#2
Loafer Sr. Contributor Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 18,287	Oh Cool ! Share away... I love to hear what others are doing. __________________ Gerry Martineau / 802 VT / VBA #0892 /[email]glmjgm@gmail.com[email]
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01-16-2015, 09:53 AM	#3
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	A good pair of gloves, most times when you come off a bike your hands are the first thing to hit the road, and thin gloves barely last a second grinding on the pavement. When I came off my bike a few years ago I had some decent gloves and still ended up with some really bad road rash after I stopped sliding. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Gloves, a helmet (usually), jeans and boots. That's my safety gear. Oh, and a jacket when it's cold. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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01-16-2015, 04:03 PM	#5
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	Full face helmet, either a leather jacket or mesh armor jacket, gloves (not the fingerless useless things) and boots. But most important I try to maintain a full understanding of the dangers and possible dangers around me. Mental alertness is key. No music or other distractions for me. yomv __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4] Login or Register to Remove Ads
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dshelly Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Belgrade, MT Posts: 2,824	Shorts, flip flops and a tee shirt ? Oh and a good pair of shades. __________________ Dave "(dshelly)" Shellenberger 2014 Harley Ultra Classic 2007 1600 Nomad (Black) Shellenberger Machine Belgrade, MT Various Bagger Member (Harley Chapter) VBA # 2395
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schoeney Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NW Region Posts: 5,222	A good thong...hi viz color of course. __________________ VBA #659 2003 Nomad 1500 (Gone but never forgotten) 2005 Honda ST1300 - Sweet and still kickin 2006 Honda Goldwing - Best Boat in the Marina
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07-06-2015, 11:10 AM	#11
id-man Advanced Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Cape Cod Massachusetts Posts: 822	Jemmie if this turns into a plug for jackets4bikes.com like your other post "Hot weather gear" you might find it backfiring on you. Don''t be sleazy - if you're affiliated with that site be honest about it and consider supporting this site by becoming a vendor sponsor. __________________ 2004 Nomad 1500FI - weeeeeeeeee!
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