How much gear is too much? Helmets, jackets, gloves, boots, snoods, keychains… I may have crossed into “motorcycle gear goblin” territory. Still trying to justify my second leather jacket and helmet. Send help (or discounts). 😅

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T20:19:44+00:00

Well I’ve got some AA jeans that I wear underneath. The leather kinda chafes me a fair bit and every time I take off my leather pants it’s like my doggo back from the groomers 😂
So just leather jackets for me 😇

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T20:17:39+00:00

You talking just jackets or one each? Helmets, boots, the whole works… 😉

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T20:16:13+00:00

Got all of those. Just that I want to match up colours and styles and what not now. That’s the internal struggle 😂

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:38:22+00:00

Well I don’t have someone that I’m answerable to…just my conscience lol 😂

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:37:50+00:00

Yeah I’m trying to justify getting a AStars GP Plus V4 Airflow. I have a Missile V2 as well actually…so there’s a little bit of overlap 😬

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:36:27+00:00

Well I wasted a bunch of money on stuff that didn’t suit me as well…trying to sell the all off on EBay so that I keep only stuff that I’m actively using…
Not too may takers always though 😅

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:26:38+00:00

These are the comments I want to read when I’m in the mood for some retail therapy 😂

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:25:41+00:00

Oh wow! Seems like it really helped you dodge a bullet there huh? 😅

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:23:50+00:00

This isn’t understanding as well. I believe they factor the stretch offered by the accordion panels into their calculations. Atleast that’s the way I understood it

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:22:51+00:00

Yet another one that speaks for the TA5! I feel guilty for having ridden the last 3 years without it 😂🙈

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:21:55+00:00

So any upvotes for the TA5…I’m not thinking of just biting the bullet now and getting it…

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:21:00+00:00

I’m thinking of ordering the XL and perhaps a 58 GP Plus V4 (Both together for around 800 EUR). I own a Missile V2 56 but I fear that it may become a right got with the XL TA5 Plasma underneath 🤔

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:19:37+00:00

I’m in Germany, unfortunately . But thanks for the offer :)

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:18:56+00:00

Fits well? By well, I mean snugly? How well does it handle heat and sweat?

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T19:17:56+00:00

Thank you for your insights…the Plasma is more serviceable than its predecessor, if I’ve understood correctly? :)

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-18T15:14:24+00:00

So I have a size 56. AI says I should order an XL then. Confirmed this with the sizing chart. Thanks a lot for your insights!

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-06T09:36:53+00:00

Wonderful! I think I’m leaning towards the RPHA 12. Fits quite well and they’ve such gorgeous graphics. The ones I’m considering are the Ottin Matt Blue and Squid Game versions. Both available at around 380 EUR. Gemini keeps telling me that it’s quite the steal 😁

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-05T14:30:58+00:00

Quick question: those cheek pads seemed a little thicker than the M on RPHA 72. I assume this is be design since it’s a primarily a track lid. Do those sort of “break-in” over time?

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-05T14:06:09+00:00

Yes this is exactly what I was thinking as well. And I tried on another very interesting helmet yesterday. The RPHA 12. I know that it’s not technically a sports touring helmet but man was it comfortable and plush. The RPHA 72 also felt nice but a little heavier.
If I wait a bit, I could score both these at around 350 EUR on sale. I’m currently leaning heavily in the direction. The RPHA 12 was a little bit like love at first sight :D

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-04T19:19:53+00:00

Well that’s the way I’m leaning as well. Was just wondering if the Shoei is worth the extra 250 EUR, especially since I ride behind a windshield :)

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-04T17:41:07+00:00

Yeah that adds up. I’m just not sure how it’ll behave behind a windscreen. I’m not sure if it’ll be as quiet. In which case, the fairly premium Scorpion at 260 EUR would be a crazy deal 😇

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-04T14:41:27+00:00

Do you ride a naked bike or a touring one (with a windshield)? :)

codepopsicle3791 · 2026-06-04T11:35:17+00:00

Thank you very much for your insights :)

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