"Coolest" riding jacket?

[Idono]

Yupz, i did the "tour" of shops.

 

Anyone heard or opinions on a brand call "Rev'IT" - at Chiap Lee. Found that seems to be the best. A lot of jackets have this plasticky inner layer which I feel will just stick to my back. The "Rev'IT" seems to be best in color and design and a nice inner layer.

 

Hv to go by Motoworld again to relook at Dainese.....

[Chemol]

Yupz, i did the "tour" of shops.

 

Anyone heard or opinions on a brand call "Rev'IT" - at Chiap Lee. Found that seems to be the best. A lot of jackets have this plasticky inner layer which I feel will just stick to my back. The "Rev'IT" seems to be best in color and design and a nice inner layer.

 

Hv to go by Motoworld again to relook at Dainese.....

 

Rev'it is a good quality brand... but still too thick. Similar quality and features to A*Star, but with more commuter/tour styling.

 

Motoworld carries Spidi. JR is the only agent for Dainese, AFAIK.

[haoKR]

Yupz, i did the "tour" of shops.

 

Anyone heard or opinions on a brand call "Rev'IT" - at Chiap Lee. Found that seems to be the best. A lot of jackets have this plasticky inner layer which I feel will just stick to my back. The "Rev'IT" seems to be best in color and design and a nice inner layer.

 

Hv to go by Motoworld again to relook at Dainese.....

 

ya,Dainese at JR pte ltd at ubi there.

motoworld have komine & rs taichi

[haoKR]

my A Star TRC 1 Air Flo is ok for me.

 

i do sweat a little when i get off, but it's bearable since it looks good and comes with protection for chest, back and shoulders/elbows.

 

ya,can upgrade the armour at the front and back as well

[talkingcock]

One of the shop at Jurong selling the amour jacket.... cost $100/- just brought one from there...one friendly uncle mending the shop. Can try there

[Constructicon]

I've been using Komine and RS Taichi mesh jackets for the past 5 years. Cost me $150 - $200 for each of those jackets.

Urban riding 60km everyday in highway and in traffic , touring to Malaysia and Thailand. Rain or sun. Jams and all.

If it is good enough for a average Joe like me, I think it's good enough for most people.

 

If a branded jacket cost $800, I would prefer to spend it on a decent jacket($200), gloves($100), FF helmet ($300)and riding boots ($200) for the same $800.

 

I am just not convinced by those waterproof armour jackets though. It will cook you when not raining, and probably not 100% in heavy downpours.

When rain, just wear the raincoat over it.

[haoKR]

One of the shop at Jurong selling the amour jacket.... cost $100/- just brought one from there...one friendly uncle mending the shop. Can try there

 

yup,very friendly 1. and his son too

[MonoWorld]

Just bought this: http://www.komine.ac/products.php?function=detail&product_id=687&category_id=2

http://komine.ac/catalog/images/product_images/JK025_detail-01.jpg

 

Komine JK-025 Cool M-JKT-ARSO . I'm very prone to sweats but this jacket is really cooling. Bought from Motoworld last night. Good buy.

[Idono]

Thanks for recommendation. How much is it from Motoworld?

[phelan77]

Brosh - online.

 

BMW - Performance Motors Parts & Accessories.

 

Care to share your experience with Brosh jacket? Quality? Armor? Material? Size?

[MonoWorld]

Thanks for recommendation. How much is it from Motoworld?

retailing at $150.

[scubasimon]

Best airflow and protection, go for Motoport Kevlar Mesh. Order it online with custom fit and lifetime warranty. Use Skype and give Wayne a call and he will talk you through. Around 400+. Bear in mind you will probably get wet in heavy rain.

[kelena]

this brand Cortech can also be considered.

 

However, with the budget of 400, you can also look at the Dainese Shotgun. It's not too bad too.

[haoKR]

Just bought this: http://www.komine.ac/products.php?function=detail&product_id=687&category_id=2

http://komine.ac/catalog/images/product_images/JK025_detail-01.jpg

 

Komine JK-025 Cool M-JKT-ARSO . I'm very prone to sweats but this jacket is really cooling. Bought from Motoworld last night. Good buy.

 

sum1 selling at $90 at garage sales

[Idono]

where? cant find this user

[Cyberpig]

Komine mesh jacket very nice and airy. But if raining U will get wet.

[haoKR]

Komine mesh jacket very nice and airy. But if raining U will get wet.

 

you can either get their linner for $60(i think) or get your own raincoat

[bitx]

is it difficult to install and remove detachable inner lining on a mesh jacket?

[haoKR]

since you already stated its detachable,its idiot-proof

[crankcase]

is it difficult to install and remove detachable inner lining on a mesh jacket?

It's not difficult to learn, but it's definitely a hassle. Imagine standing by the side of the road in the rain - you need to take off the mesh jacket, put in the liner, attach it at various points and then put the jacket back on. Pulling a raincoat over your mesh jacket is much quicker, and more effective than a liner IMHO.

 

Not to mention that with the liner inside, the outer mesh shell will still get soaked, whereas a raincoat will protect both you and the jacket. I tried the liner route when I got my first mesh jacket, found it wasn't worth the trouble. That's my 2c

[weizvo]

yup,very friendly 1. and his son too

 

Mind sharing which shop in Jurong? Many thanks

[Idono]

please share

[Lexanez]

U-Techn

 

Address :

Blk 541 Jurong West Avenue 1 S(640541)

Tel : 6564 3139

 

Will be going there this Sunday.

Edited June 20, 2012 by Lexanez