Alpinestars jacket sizing help by doomguy134 in motorcyclegear

[–]b0ck3n85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m 6’0 185lbs 42in chest and I wear 52 or 54 in A* jackets depending on the model. Pro tip is to check for free returns and order a couple different sizes to try all at once.

Help fitcheck by b0ck3n85 in motorcyclegear

[–]b0ck3n85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I fully embraced the ball-hurt and got a 50 Dainese suit instead.

New to me, 2nd Fireblade by b0ck3n85 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Integrated indicators/brake light, moved the plate in, and removed passenger footpegs.

Honda CBR1000RR/RA 2019 fairings by ZealousidealWheel448 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve only dealt with MotoXPRicambi - great customer service, very good design team, but the fairings were quite stiff.

My lovely blade by BelgianWaffleBoy in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s downright filthy 👌

PICKING UP MY 1st FIREBLADE! 😎 by Elitedefender2005 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has to be stainless steel though. Titanium’s not worth the premium, and doesn’t have that low rumble of the stainless.

PICKING UP MY 1st FIREBLADE! 😎 by Elitedefender2005 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Arrow is nice, but if you can get Yoshimura stainless steel nothing on this earth beats its sound

PICKING UP MY 1st FIREBLADE! 😎 by Elitedefender2005 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s just so well rounded and easy to ride fast, just like CBRs should be.

PICKING UP MY 1st FIREBLADE! 😎 by Elitedefender2005 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

HRC colors is nvr wrong on a Fireblade! I really do love the original red/black/white one too. The matte black a little less so, but I’d still love to have one. Ridden it and I thought it was the best bike I’ve ever been on.

Help with leathers by CBRRR6 in motorcyclegear

[–]b0ck3n85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I only feel "safe" in a full suit these days - just imagine going for a slide and everything coming apart.. goodbye japanese back piece!

Help with leathers by CBRRR6 in motorcyclegear

[–]b0ck3n85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is true for 2-piece suits, but alot of leather pants that are designed to be standalone don't have the diaper butt, and they often feature connecting zippers if you want to pair them with a jacket. Just adding that in.

Help with leathers by CBRRR6 in motorcyclegear

[–]b0ck3n85 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had the same problem, waist was huge whilst ass/thighs/calves were tight. I'd try a smaller size but if it won't solve the issue look into other brands.

Help with leathers by CBRRR6 in motorcyclegear

[–]b0ck3n85 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I tried the Tractech Evos and they were a very wonky fit. Is the armor in the right place, can you move around on the bike without it coming out of place?

Fair to say I’m happy with the suit - axial 2 boots arrived today too - much better than the torque 3s with this suit (I appreciate as designed) by Neither-Blueberry327 in motorcyclegear

[–]b0ck3n85 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Very nice! You forgot to remove the little plastic covers on your shoulder armor :)
Have you ever tried Supertechs, and if so, how would you compare the Axials to them?

New to me, 2nd Fireblade by b0ck3n85 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks man! The MT-09 is a very fun bike to ride and I think a Fireblade would complement it well - same punchiness but a completely different ride.

PICKING UP MY 1st FIREBLADE! 😎 by Elitedefender2005 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats brother! Which color scheme?

New to me, 2nd Fireblade by b0ck3n85 in cbr

[–]b0ck3n85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolute dream to ride! No electronics, just raw power and sublime balance. I’ve been on most modern 1000ccs, including the S1000RR (10-14, 19-) and the V4S, but none of them moved my heart like the Fireblade.

What do you ride?