GEAR FOR THE TRACK

[PRTSMN]

What kind of suit is required, boots would this suit work...

http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=3&L2=&L3=&L4=&item=FTL_FTL276-BZ-38_G&tier2=47

[Sprocket]

Id go with this one over the frank thomas
http://tinyurl.com/5khtvu

or this one if you can afford a bit more http://www.motosport.com/street/product/TEKNIC-VIOLATOR-1-PIECE-SUIT/?catalogId=106560

[Scarman]

Yeah I'm not a fan of the Frank Thomas gear. I've seen Frank Thomas gear come a part at the seems from basic normal wear.

[kidmoua]

that teknic is pretty fly for that price

[Sprocket]

that teknic is pretty fly for that price

Yeah and it wont fly apart when you hit the road :eek:

Here is a review on the Violator 1 piece
YouTube - Teknic Violator Suit review from Sportbiketrackgear.com

[GsxR1000Ryda]

that teknic is pretty fly for that price

im buying it today. I just need to know what size i am. I think im either a 44 or 46. Heres Teknic sizing chart, http://www.teknicgear.com/catalog2.php?page=size_chart&styleid=1

But still, im not sure what size i am. I'm 6'2, 200lbs. I need to do more measurements when i get home i guess...............unless someone here knows which one would fit.

[Sprocket]

im buying it today. I just need to know what size i am. I think im either a 44 or 46. Heres Teknic sizing chart, http://www.teknicgear.com/catalog2.php?page=size_chart&styleid=1

But still, im not sure what size i am. I'm 6'2, 200lbs. I need to do more measurements when i get home i guess...............unless someone here knows which one would fit.
I'd go with 46 for sure.

[A Ninja Boot]

What kind of suit is required, boots would this suit work...

http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=3&L2=&L3=&L4=&item=FTL_FTL276-BZ-38_G&tier2=47


That suit will work, but you can also wear a two piece that zips together around your waist. I went with a two piece because I am not like Calkidd who can go to the track 2-3 times a month.

[Sprocket]

That suit will work, but you can also wear a two piece that zips together around your waist. I went with a two piece because I am not like Calkidd who can go to the track 2-3 times a month.
Thats the route I'd take. I already have the violator jacket, I could just get the teknic race pants and be set.

[A Ninja Boot]

Thats the route I'd take. I already have the violator jacket, I could just get the teknic race pants and be set.

I thought you had leather pants already? Or was it butt-less chaps you were wearing when we did Powerhouse?:D

[Big Kahuna]

I thought you had leather pants already? Or was it butt-less chaps you were wearing when we did Powerhouse?:D:puke:

[Sprocket]

I thought you had leather pants already? Or was it butt-less chaps you were wearing when we did Powerhouse?:D

LMAO I do have leather pants, but they arent race pants and only has the 8" zipper in back, which, by the way, is one size too big for my friggin jacket! :mad: I got them for the street cause the are ventilated. Some off brand. I wanted the Joe Rocket Ventilated pants, but they are on back order until july everywhere

[A Ninja Boot]

LMAO I do have leather pants, but they arent race pants and only has the 8" zipper in back, which, by the way, is one size too big for my friggin jacket! :mad:

You can always have BackPack-Chrissy make a zipper attachment for your jacket and pants.

[Sprocket]

You can always have BackPack-Chrissy make a zipper attachment for your jacket and pants.

Thats not a bad idea. I actually have a zipper that came with my jacket that can be sewn onto the pants

[PRTSMN]

SO YOU CAN WEAR A TWO PIECE?

[Sprocket]

SO YOU CAN WEAR A TWO PIECE?
Yes as long as the pants zip to the jacket with a 360 degree zipper

[PRTSMN]

Yes as long as the pants zip to the jacket with a 360 degree zipper

my jacket has a zipper but it is not 360 so that wont work.

[PRTSMN]

nevermind yes it is duh..

[Calkidd]

im buying it today. I just need to know what size i am. I think im either a 44 or 46. Heres Teknic sizing chart, http://www.teknicgear.com/catalog2.php?page=size_chart&styleid=1

But still, im not sure what size i am. I'm 6'2, 200lbs. I need to do more measurements when i get home i guess...............unless someone here knows which one would fit.I am 6'5 250 and wear a 54. The big thing you need to look at is the distance from your crotch to the top of your shoulders. If those measurements are close the rest of the jacket should fit fine.

[Sprocket]

im buying it today. I just need to know what size i am. I think im either a 44 or 46. Heres Teknic sizing chart, http://www.teknicgear.com/catalog2.php?page=size_chart&styleid=1

But still, im not sure what size i am. I'm 6'2, 200lbs. I need to do more measurements when i get home i guess...............unless someone here knows which one would fit.

After watching the video again I'd say maybe a size 48. The guy in the vid is 5'11 200# and his is a 48

[A Ninja Boot]

Does Cycle Gear in Fresno carry Teknic? I would say go there and try on a bunch of suits while they have them. They brought out all there leather gear for track, spring and summer wear.

[Sprocket]

Does Cycle Gear in Fresno carry Teknic? I would say go there and try on a bunch of suits while they have them. They brought out all there leather gear for track, spring and summer wear.
No they dont. I dont know anywhere local that does. He could shoot Brian at sportbiketrackgear@comcast.net and ask him. They should be able to pretty much nail the size.

[Big Kahuna]

You could take a trip out to San Jose...

http://www.roadridermca.com

They have the largest selection of leathers, jackets and pants I've ever seen.

[Calkidd]

You could take a trip out to San Jose...

http://www.roadridermca.com

They have the largest selection of leathers, jackets and pants I've ever seen.
+1....I got stuck in a size 50 suit there....It was funny as hell I was getting claustrophobic. Good thing I had a buddy there to peel the suit off my shoulders.

[Calkidd]

No they dont. I dont know anywhere local that does. He could shoot Brian at sportbiketrackgear@comcast.net and ask him. They should be able to pretty much nail the size.
Another +1....Brian is great however I suggest you call and tell them your measurements.

[PRTSMN]

okay a suit is $400-500 or so and a boot probably 400 also right?

[JJH]

im buying it today. I just need to know what size i am. I think im either a 44 or 46. Heres Teknic sizing chart, http://www.teknicgear.com/catalog2.php?page=size_chart&styleid=1

But still, im not sure what size i am. I'm 6'2, 200lbs. I need to do more measurements when i get home i guess...............unless someone here knows which one would fit.

Teknic is known to run a size small. So if you're a 44 normally you'd want a 46 if you buy the Teknic. You can verify that with the sportbiketrackgear.com website.

[A Ninja Boot]

+1....I got stuck in a size 50 suit there....It was funny as hell I was getting claustrophobic. Good thing I had a buddy there to peel the suit off my shoulders.

ohhh man!! I had some similar problems when I was at Cycle Gear trying on some stuff. You really need a friend with you or you can get into a lot of trouble getting in and out of leather.

[Sprocket]

okay a suit is $400-500 or so and a boot probably 400 also right?

You can get some nice ass boots for $400.

[A Ninja Boot]

Nevermind what I said. If you went A* from neck to toe you are looking at $1100 with suit and boots, for $1100 that is all retail at Cycle Gear. You can easily find it cheaper online or somewhere else.

[PRTSMN]

ohhh man!! I had some similar problems when I was at Cycle Gear trying on some stuff. You really need a friend with you or you can get into a lot of trouble getting in and out of leather.

sounds like something i heard in a s&m movie:eek::fryingpan:

[A Ninja Boot]

sounds like something i heard in a s&m movie:eek::fryingpan:

Ohhh!!! so you were the sound guy drooling in the background.:p

[ducbill996]

i'm 5' 10, 165 and my tecknic suit is a 44... it's too small across my shoulders and from my crotch to my shoulders.... so you should go a couple of sizes bigger than what you would normally wear if you get a technic...

[PRTSMN]

Ohhh!!! so you were the sound guy drooling in the background.:p

hey we all gotta make our money somehow i am learning that riding gear isnt cheap. I thought you were gonna keep it a secret:D:eek:

[A Ninja Boot]

Newenough.com has some cheap A* gear. So if you get your size by going to Cycle Gear you can come home and buy them on Newenough.com for cheaper.:D

[mrlopez]

i'm 5' 10, 165 and my tecknic suit is a 44... it's too small across my shoulders and from my crotch to my shoulders.... so you should go a couple of sizes bigger than what you would normally wear if you get a technic...

Wow am 6' plus and 182lbs and the tecknik suit size 44 fits me just a bit tight but i think i just need to break it in and thats where my back proctector the icon,

[PRTSMN]

so if you were 6'6" and 210 lbs 36" length is the chest gonna be to big i am kinda thin

[A Ninja Boot]

so if you were 6'6" and 210 lbs 36" length is the chest gonna be to big i am kinda thin

Impossible to tell without see you in person or tied up....:eek:

[just ride]

I have 2 brand new Alpinestar suits (2 of them size 56 and 54/which = 46 and 44 US). If you want to try them on let me know. It might give you an idea of what size you need.
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[PRTSMN]

I have 2 brand new Alpinestar suits (2 of them size 56 and 54/which = 46 and 44 US). If you want to try them on let me know. It might give you an idea of what size you need.
Matt CWS Motorsports
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i may have to do that thanks.

[gixxer559]

cycle gear has a thing right now that if you buy a frank thomas suit they also throw in the machting gloves for free. thats always good:)

[kidmoua]

hey Ryan, you can try out my suit if you want..for sizing purpose

[JJH]

hey Ryan, you can try out my suit if you want..for sizing purpose

What's that, like a 28? :evilgrin0013:

[kidmoua]

What's that, like a 28? :evilgrin0013:

it's 38 fool..get it right...

[kidmoua]

one other thing..they have NEVER checked a 2 piece suit to make sure it zips up..just a thought

[JJH]

one other thing..they have NEVER checked a 2 piece suit to make sure it zips up..just a thought

True dat. I've actually not witnessed them check any gear.

[kidmoua]

They have tech inspection but no gear inspection

[JJH]

They have tech inspection but no gear inspection

Which kind of surprised me.

[kidmoua]

Which kind of surprised me.

werd

[poach]

one other thing..they have NEVER checked a 2 piece suit to make sure it zips up..just a thought

The hell we don't...

*edit*

And it sucks too. Nothing's worse than telling some eager/excited guy/gal in the tech line that the gear they're wearing is unsuitable for the track after they've spent all the time and $$$ just to be there. I've been the bearer of ill tidings on this score twice and it's no fun at all. But I justify my seemimgly draconian actions by the knowledge that the gear is the only thing between the rider and the pavement if the unthinkable happens. I've seen 2 piece suits with 3/4 wrap zippers ride up in the belly area and take several layers of the guy's skin right off. Not pretty...

To the OP...if you can swing it, a 1 piece is the way to go.

[PRTSMN]

What's that, like a 28? :evilgrin0013:

it would probably look like some 70's wrestling outfit on me.:sumo:

[Daisy]

it would probably look like some 70's wrestling outfit on me.:sumo:

Ok Huoa is what 4 feet tall, and you are 7 feet tall. I really dont think his would fit you in the least. LOL

[ducbill996]

True dat. I've actually not witnessed them check any gear.

they look when you are going onto the track... i've seen guys forget to zip up their suit and they stop 'em when they're letting people go...

[GsxR1000Ryda]

I ordered the blue and white one today
http://www.motosport.com/street/product/TEKNIC-CHICANE-1-PIECE-SUIT/?catalogId=106547&catID=438&pcatID=418&catName=Racesuits&pcatName=Gear&srchHistoryURL=t8t3lshb||parentCategoryID~3^superParentCategoryID~category_root^parentCategoryName~Sport^categoryID~418^categoryName~Gear^subCategoryName~Racesuits^subCategoryID~438
size 46. I hope it fits well. I did all the measurements but still havnt ever tried this suit on

[A Ninja Boot]

I ordered the blue and white one today
http://www.motosport.com/street/product/TEKNIC-CHICANE-1-PIECE-SUIT/?catalogId=106547&catID=438&pcatID=418&catName=Racesuits&pcatName=Gear&srchHistoryURL=t8t3lshb||parentCategoryID~3^superParentCategoryID~category_root^parentCategoryName~Sport^categoryID~418^categoryName~Gear^subCategoryName~Racesuits^subCategoryID~438
size 46. I hope it fits well. I did all the measurements but still havnt ever tried this suit on

Cancel that order and get the same suit from motorcyclecloseouts.com for $299.00

[Sprocket]

Cancel that order and get the same suit from motorcyclecloseouts.com for $299.00

motosport.com has a 30 day price match, you just call them and they will hook you up

[Sprocket]

Damn I should get one!

[GsxR1000Ryda]

motosport.com has a 30 day price match, you just call them and they will hook you up

Im gonig to try that first

[kidmoua]

Damn I should get one!

get one already...and join us for Thunder Hill in July

[Sprocket]

I ordered the silver one :D Cant beat that price!

[GsxR1000Ryda]

Cancel that order and get the same suit from motorcyclecloseouts.com for $299.00

The place i order my suit from provides free 2 day shipping so considering that, they were able to reduce my suit to $340. I'll be getting it tomorrow and testing it this weekend!

[Sprocket]

The place i order my suit from provides free 2 day shipping so considering that, they were able to reduce my suit to $340. I'll be getting it tomorrow and testing it this weekend!
I was wondering if they would go all the way down on that price. I have had them price match before, but never on that big of a price difference. I wish I was getting mine by this weekend! :weirdface:

[kidmoua]

I ordered the silver one :D Cant beat that price!

o no.. not another silver sausage:eek:

[Sprocket]

o no.. not another silver sausage:eek: Haha! I was going to get the black, but I already have a black jacket and pants so I decided to get some bling :cool:

[A Ninja Boot]

Haha! I was going to get the black, but I already have a black jacket and pants so I decided to get some bling :cool:

You could have it painted green.;)

[Sprocket]

You could have it painted green.;)
I've been getting colors that will go with any bike I may get in the future ;) I have a green mesh jacket, looks more yellow than green, and I look like a bumble bee in it! LOL

[Sprocket]

Sweet! I wasnt expecting to get my suit this week, but they already shipped it and its due in Friday!!!!

[A Ninja Boot]

Sweet! I wasnt expecting to get my suit this week, but they already shipped it and its due in Friday!!!!

Nice take some pics of your new suit. Then you could be a side kick to Silver Sausage. You could be named Silver HOT LINK.

I've been getting colors that will go with any bike I may get in the future ;) I have a green mesh jacket, looks more yellow than green, and I look like a bumble bee in it! LOL

SO in other words you pee peed in it.

[Sprocket]

Nice take some pics of your new suit. Then you could be a side kick to Silver Sausage. You could be named Silver HOT LINK.

We'll just start a club! :eek:

[A Ninja Boot]

We'll just start a club! :eek:

It wouldn't be a club, it would be a gang!

[PRTSMN]

o no.. not another silver sausage:eek:

ha a silver sausage with relish:D

[Sprocket]

It wouldn't be a club, it would be a gang!
I like the sound of that better. The Silver Sausage Gang! We smoke your bikes and steal your women!

[Calkidd]

I like the sound of that better. The Silver Sausage Gang! We smoke your bikes and steal your women!Fook yeah!! No Club Silver Sausage Racing bra.....