Author Topic: Motorcycle Gear Thread (Read 11171 times)

Triple Bob · « **on:** May 21, 2020, 01:40:19 pm »

I had a look for a thread, oh well, can't find one, let's start it here. Post pictures of all your new purchases! Road, dirt, whatever.

I just bought these Klim Switchback pants, for doing dirt roads and stuff. Places where I don't want to look full MX, but also where jeans aren't appropriate either.

They fit great, can't wait to try them on the bike. And they actually have usable pockets too! They go very well with my Carlsbad jacket, which I absolutely love.

https://fortnine.ca/en/klim-switchback-pants#76=306&493=181

https://fortnine.ca/en/klim-carlsbad-jacket-2019

ktm525 · « **Reply #1 on:** May 21, 2020, 02:04:31 pm »

Klim is almost always a solid choice.

dirtyjeffer · « **Reply #2 on:** May 21, 2020, 02:06:36 pm »

Quote from: ktm525 on May 21, 2020, 02:04:31 pm

Klim is almost always a solid choice.

they do look good, but it may vary by body type...Klim looks good on Bob, but i may need Kfat.

ktm525 · « **Reply #3 on:** May 21, 2020, 02:15:03 pm »

Klim makes fat pants too.

My contribution. Forma Predator 2.0 boots. Very heavy duty with double hinged ankles. If offroad you want something that protects your feet/ankles. Having a 250 lb bike slam your foot against a tree is not a place for shoes/light boots. Forma is relatively new but good value if you catch a sale at Rev Zilla.

rrocket · « **Reply #4 on:** May 21, 2020, 02:16:37 pm »

Good stuff!

New gear day is always a happy day!

blur911 · « **Reply #5 on:** May 21, 2020, 03:39:27 pm »

Quote from: rrocket on May 21, 2020, 02:16:37 pm

New gear day is always a happy day!

Until the credit card bill comes in.

We have a "ReGear" here in Kingston, good place for deals.
One in Oshawa as well.

Triple Bob · « **Reply #6 on:** May 21, 2020, 05:10:00 pm »

Quote from: ktm525 on May 21, 2020, 02:15:03 pm

Klim makes fat pants too.

My contribution. Forma Predator 2.0 boots. Very heavy duty with double hinged ankles. If offroad you want something that protects your feet/ankles. Having a 250 lb bike slam your foot against a tree is not a place for shoes/light boots. Forma is relatively new but good value if you catch a sale at Rev Zilla.

Nice! I'm waiting for the Alpinestars Belize Boots to come back in stock.

https://fortnine.ca/en/alpinestars-belize-drystar-oiled-leather-boots

HeliDriver · « **Reply #7 on:** May 21, 2020, 05:16:17 pm »

^^ I like oiled leather boots. I wanted a pair of Gaernes for dual-sporting, but never pulled the trigger.

https://fortnine.ca/en/gaerne-balance-oiled-boots

rrocket · « **Reply #8 on:** May 21, 2020, 05:57:52 pm »

Quote from: Triple Bob on May 21, 2020, 05:10:00 pm

Quote from: ktm525 on May 21, 2020, 02:15:03 pm
Klim makes fat pants too.

My contribution. Forma Predator 2.0 boots. Very heavy duty with double hinged ankles. If offroad you want something that protects your feet/ankles. Having a 250 lb bike slam your foot against a tree is not a place for shoes/light boots. Forma is relatively new but good value if you catch a sale at Rev Zilla.

Nice! I'm waiting for the Alpinestars Belize Boots to come back in stock.

https://fortnine.ca/en/alpinestars-belize-drystar-oiled-leather-boots

Hey Bob...have a look at the Forma Adventure Boots (low). Same style, great boot.

Triple Bob · « **Reply #9 on:** May 21, 2020, 06:11:55 pm »

Quote from: rrocket on May 21, 2020, 05:57:52 pm

Quote from: Triple Bob on May 21, 2020, 05:10:00 pm
Quote from: ktm525 on May 21, 2020, 02:15:03 pm
Klim makes fat pants too.

My contribution. Forma Predator 2.0 boots. Very heavy duty with double hinged ankles. If offroad you want something that protects your feet/ankles. Having a 250 lb bike slam your foot against a tree is not a place for shoes/light boots. Forma is relatively new but good value if you catch a sale at Rev Zilla.

Nice! I'm waiting for the Alpinestars Belize Boots to come back in stock.

https://fortnine.ca/en/alpinestars-belize-drystar-oiled-leather-boots

Hey Bob...have a look at the Forma Adventure Boots (low). Same style, great boot.

I have, believe me I did a TON of research, took me forever. I think the Belize are a tiny bit stiffer than the Forma, plus the toe box is smaller internally. Also I have loads of A* boots already so I know they fit me well. Those were my second choice though, better off the bike for sure, but slightly less support for standing for long periods.

rrocket · « **Reply #10 on:** May 21, 2020, 06:17:03 pm »

^^I have a set of Forma gore-tex road boots. And a set of Alpinestar Tech 8s for off-road.

But at heart I'm a Sidi slappy! Every one of their boots I've owned has been great! But man....they sure charge a pretty penny!!

ktm525 · « **Reply #11 on:** May 21, 2020, 06:30:19 pm »

I once had a pair of Sidi crossfires which were good except but they didn't fit my feet as well. I have a pair of old Thor 50/50s for when I go out for fine dining. They look similar to those low Forma adventures. In fact I wouldn't mind the tall adventures for casual off roading, I think those will be next. Oh and I still have some Alpinstars Tech8s as backup in case I soak the Formas and I am out for the weekend somewhere. My footwear collection is as bad as my wife's shoes..

Triple Bob · « **Reply #12 on:** May 21, 2020, 07:53:02 pm »

Quote from: rrocket on May 21, 2020, 06:17:03 pm

^^I have a set of Forma gore-tex road boots. And a set of Alpinestar Tech 8s for off-road.

But at heart I'm a Sidi slappy! Every one of their boots I've owned has been great! But man....they sure charge a pretty penny!!

Sidi are too small for my feet.

Triple Bob · « **Reply #13 on:** June 18, 2020, 09:53:28 am »

So to add to my collection of ADV stuff, I finally found the A* boots I was after, so picked up these:

They fit perfectly, and the soles are stiff enough to stand up for a long time. Love them so far, as they fit my feet really well.

I also picked up an Arai XD-4, which seemed to be the highest rated ADV helmet out there. It fits really well, vents well too. Again, really happy with it. I picked white as it goes well with the tinted visor, and I also might get it painted over the Winter.

ktm525 · « **Reply #14 on:** June 18, 2020, 10:45:59 am »

Good stuff. I would forgo the painting, white is classic.

Triple Bob · « **Reply #15 on:** June 18, 2020, 11:14:39 am »

Quote from: ktm525 on June 18, 2020, 10:45:59 am

Good stuff. I would forgo the painting, white is classic.

Hmm.. Might leave the front white, and get the company logo on the back.

Triple Bob · « **Reply #16 on:** June 18, 2020, 05:44:02 pm »

Currently got four:

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro (look in the show and shine)
KTM 300 XC-W TPI
Honda RC51 SP2 (waiting for some suspension work)
Triumph Speed Triple (not currently roadworthy)

rrocket · « **Reply #17 on:** June 19, 2020, 06:49:00 am »

Quote from: Triple Bob on June 18, 2020, 09:53:28 am

I also picked up an Arai XD-4, which seemed to be the highest rated ADV helmet out there. It fits really well, vents well too. Again, really happy with it. I picked white as it goes well with the tinted visor, and I also might get it painted over the Winter.

A KTM and an Arai in the same weeks? The assimilation is almost complete!

Nice helmet! Had an off road version before...great helmet.

I've been an Arai slappie for a long time. I even had my 1993 Arai "Harada" replica helmet re-certified once at great expense (which they no longer do, sadly).

They really do make fantastic helmets...but you sure pay for it!

Congrats...real nice choice.

I'd get a decal kit (about $50 or so) just to break up some of the white. There's a place called Hyena that made some really nice kits. Could match to any bike or graphic color you want.

Fobroader · « **Reply #18 on:** September 16, 2020, 09:27:04 pm »

Clothes shopping, miss me with that crap, motorbike gear shopping, lemme in!!!

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rrocket · « **Reply #19 on:** September 16, 2020, 09:28:12 pm »

Always a happy day!