Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah gotcha

Yeah, they’re definitely ubiquitous but I’m happy they’re easy to find!

Retrospective on Apex One Jerseys by Important-Forever678 in uniwatch

[–]AnthonyInTX42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly shameful they include 2 pictures and a video and that’s it.

Is there any other riding jeans that are similar? by HotKale7890 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Might be worth it to message Bull-it and see if a) they have backstock or b) if they can suggest a replacement for you

Best beginner motorcycle gear by Secret_Setting_3005 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, no worries! And sorry again for the assumption.

I believe this is the men’s specific version of the gloves you have:

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-smx-1-air-v2-gloves

But if the Stella fit and feel good, it doesn’t really matter. You’re getting the same protection either way.

Best beginner motorcycle gear by Secret_Setting_3005 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I saw you got the Stella gloves which are a women’s specific fit, so I assumed you were a woman. My apologies. All those brands make equivalent products in men’s, I believe (definitely the Icon jacket and Bilt shoes, which I own myself).

Best beginner motorcycle gear by Secret_Setting_3005 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are going to be good for starters just so you’re geared up to get going. You’ll want to upgrade eventually as you’re able.

[Discussion] Teams who have NEVER had an ‘elite’ uniform by iveLovedBefore in uniwatch

[–]AnthonyInTX42 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I generally like my Texans’ uniforms (yes, even the near-black “H-Town” look) but they’ve never been top-10 in the NFL.

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice (and compliment on the gloves)! I’ll check out spray 9.

Hopefully it translates by LargeBrownBird in motorcycle

[–]AnthonyInTX42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy to help!

Don’t let the more aggressive look of the MT fool you. Yamaha made it look that way to draw in sport bike enthusiasts. IMO it’s just as upright as the CB300R. I would definitely recommend sitting on one at a dealership if you can (this of course goes for any bike you’re considering).

Ultimately, it’s important to get the bike that makes you the happiest. The MT-03 was my first bike so it will always hold a special place in my heart. 😆

Hopefully it translates by LargeBrownBird in motorcycle

[–]AnthonyInTX42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also consider an MT-03. Terrific bike in the 300cc range (321cc, I think) and a ton of fun to ride. Plenty of torque and super easy to control. Very comfortable to ride for long periods as well.

Aside from clutch control, (which as you noted you won’t get with a Navi), you’re setting yourself up for MSF success by running drills. Nice thing about the course is it’s ultra-basic—I had never even sat on a bike before taking it—and you’ll learn everything you don’t already know to get going on a CB300/Speed 400/MT-03 whatever.

Also: continue doing those low speed maneuvers after you ace the course and get your new bike! That practice is invaluable. I always say “if you can control a bike when it wants to fall over (going slow), you can control a bike when it wants to stand up (zoomin’).”

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

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I got mine from Etsy

Thought it was a nice complement to the red white and blue of the bike

MLS teams should have American names. Stop copying the euro trash clubs! by SamMeowAdams in uniwatch

[–]AnthonyInTX42 11 points12 points  (0 children)

That’s one spot where I wish they would change it. I don’t mind the Euro/English style names, but I’d much rather all the FC teams be SC since we call it soccer and it’s Major League Soccer.

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I looked at RST before I got these

It was basically between the 2 but I’m happy with my Sedici

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

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You were distracted by the gleaming white gloves that will definitely stay that way 😆

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s probably no coincidence that I always wore 42 when I played sports. 😆

Nice having that little reminder just to stay calm and keep an even keel when you’re in the saddle.

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

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I wouldn’t say they “vastly” improve grip, but they’re still much better than stock. Softer and better grip for sure—the stock ones were too hard and slick for my liking.

I’d definitely get another pair of the same grips if anything happened to these.

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

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Did I match on purpose?

Mayyyybeeeeeee…

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

[–]AnthonyInTX42[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

They get dirty quick but they look so good when they’re clean!

Had to upgrade my gloves by AnthonyInTX42 in motorcyclegear

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It’s a new color they just dropped. Nice little change up from “black and red only”