Ladies' leathers from where?

[Grashopper]

Hi folks,

At the moment I have Teknic cordura gear that I really regret buying. It was always a bit loose, but now in summer without the inner liners it is really bulky and especially the elbow protectors have enough room to move around away from my elbows. It doesn't feel very safe anyway. Some of my friends back in Germany have really nice thick leathers and they feel so much more protective.

I don't really care that I have a tiny bike, I still want to have the best gear possible (that I can afford of course). Taupo is pretty useless for that kind of stuff. Any idea where to go? Ordering online won't help me much as I want gear that actually fits this time.

Many thanks for your help

Grashopper

[Grizzo]

Go for a ride to the Naki (I think) and check these guys out, www.qmoto.co.nz

Primo service:niceone:

[Grashopper]

Hi Grizzo,

I had a look that the qmoto website before, but it doesn't look like they have anything for ladies specifically. Although the men's gear sounds quite good, if it hangs on me like my current oversized cordura jacket I'll provide to much wind resistance for my little GN ;)

Hm, might give them a ring anyway. Haven't been in that area for years. And maybe there are some nice gear shops in New Plymouth in case I don't find anything.

[Grizzo]

Yep, ya never know what you might find.

Welcome to KB by the way!

[MVnut]

What size are you, I have a brand new IXS 2 piece (made in Switzerland) ladies road suit (leathers) ...they are size 48 euro, make an offer

[wasiler]

Before you do anything compare the price. I just ordered a set of leathers from FC-moto in Germany. The same leathers here in NZ cost $500 dollars more. I don't get it, here in NZ leathers cost 40%-60% more than having them shipped from the other side of the earth. Makes no sense. As for getting the best fit, they have a size chart. Just make sure you take accurate measurements. You want a set of leathers that are tight to begin with and they will loosen up over time. Also, people have told me different ways they go about breaking them in. Not sure how well they work.

I would find a popular brand online first then try to find a shop local to try them on Alpinestars, Dainese ..etc..It will take a couple months to get here so, if you want it now, you might look local but expect to pay a premium. If you can wait, I would go with the name brands that have good quality control. You never now where these other leathers are made..maybe in someone's garage?

FC moto has everything in NZ dollars and the final amount is less then the listed price because they subtract out some taxes you don't have to pay being outside Europe. Be careful, you may have to pay GST through customs but, I didn't. Even if I did I would have save over $500. Just look first and then make your decision.

http://www.fc-moto.de/en_GB

[Grashopper]

48 will be too large. I'm size 40 -42 (euro) usually. :(

Had quite a bit of trouble finding somewhat fitting pants last time, so I wouldn't buy anything without trying it anyway. But thank you very much for offering.

[onelittlenurse]

I just (today) bought the most amazing jacket!!

from a little Army Surplus shop in Onehunga Mall, on the corner, not far from Dress Mart

It is cut beautifully for my curves, has armour in the back, shoulder, and elbows, and a zipped inner winter liner

gorgeous fit

only cost me $299

I have seen similar ones in the Harley Davidson shop in Hamilton that sell for $700

worth a look :yes:

[Macontour]

Yep, the Army Surplus shop in Onehunga(top of the mall, on the left) has heaps of leather options to look at.

[Grashopper]

Would love to see a pic of your jacket. Was thinking of going to Rotorua first (someone mentioned there was a good bike shop there somewhere) and then intended to go to Hamilton to stop at Boyds and possibly the Harley Davidson store. Onehunga is quite a bit further though. Not sure if it's worth it.
Does is have a zip to zip it to some bike pants? Did they have pants to by any chance? It seems quite random to me that an army surplus would have bike gear, but maybe that is nothing unusual.

[p.dath]

1Tonne have an excellent reputation.
http://www.1tonne.co.nz/

[James Deuce]

I don't know no ladies who wear leathers.

[Berries]

Is the answer cows?

[Bounce001]

Have a look at Lifestyle Imports http://www.lifestyle-imports.co.nz/shop/ They are in Pukekawa (about 1hr north of Hamilton). Good prices and gear.

[nzspokes]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153157-Quasimoto-jacket-size-38-as-new

Just saying. Mint cond, only used once or twice and a big fit for a 38. Can come with matching qmoto gloves on negotiation, same colour as jacket.

[Grashopper]

@nzspokes
Hehe, I would actually match my GN with that jacket. :) But I expect I will have similar problems with its fit than your Sharon has. Male jackets usually always have the same fitting issues on a female body.
However, if I'm going to AKL anyway and you guys are in, I would love to have a look anyway. Just send me a PM with your details and I can txt you on the road.

[Grashopper]

so heading off to Auckland now. Bounce001 gave me a good tip with the Lifestyle Imports so that will be the first stop. Then possible Red Baron and that Army Surplus store in Onehunga.

Feel free to send me a PM anyway, nzspokes (I would have sent you one but I'm not allowed yet..), will try and check them on the way.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Hi folks,

At the moment I have Teknic cordura gear that I really regret buying. It was always a bit loose, but now in summer without the inner liners it is really bulky and especially the elbow protectors have enough room to move around away from my elbows. It doesn't feel very safe anyway. Some of my friends back in Germany have really nice thick leathers and they feel so much more protective.

I don't really care that I have a tiny bike, I still want to have the best gear possible (that I can afford of course). Taupo is pretty useless for that kind of stuff. Any idea where to go? Ordering online won't help me much as I want gear that actually fits this time.

Many thanks for your help

Grashopper
not sure if anyone has mentioned this but check out Kerrie from Motorcycle safety wear. My partner had a leather jacket custom made which she is happy with. I have a jacket and pants combo that Kerrie made also.

http://www.msw.co.nz/


You could also try Sam from Celtic leathers. He is a Manxman who lives in NZ, he did some work for me on my track leathers (one piece) which I am very happy with. If and when I replace them I would get a suit made by him.

http://www.celtic-leathers.com/news.php


There is also Leda Leathers in Wellington. I have never dealt with them but they do race suits.


Ive had to look at this a few times over the years because I am not a standard size. And it doesnt matter what it costs (i.e. what label it has) if it does not fit you you may as well not be wearing it.

Having said that you will have to gauge your commitment level because all my suggestions will result in you having way more money invested in your gear than your bike...... but a GN is a stepping stone, huh? may as well start how you mean to go on.... Good luck.

[Goblin]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/155986-Hein-Gericke-2-piece-suit

Not sure of the sizing but this looks like a good set of leathers for a great price!

[Grashopper]

Great suit, but unfortunately not my size.

Anyway, I have a great jacket now, so I only need pants now. I think a trip to qmoto and 1tonne might be a good idea, but they are not exactly around the corner.

[FJRider]

Anyway, I have a great jacket now, so I only need pants now. I think a trip to qmoto and 1tonne might be a good idea, but they are not exactly around the corner.

Thats the way to get noticed alright ... :facepalm:

[Grashopper]

Thats the way to get noticed alright ... :facepalm:

Hopefully. Every car that passes me seems to crash lately. Can't explain why, but it seems to be quite dangerous on the roads. :innocent:

[Maha]

Great suit, but unfortunately not my size.

Anyway, I have a great jacket now, so I only need pants now. I think a trip to qmoto and 1tonne might be a good idea, but they are not exactly around the corner.

If you are buying QMoto, best try before you buy, goes for all online buying that is not world wide brand.
I stand to be corrected but, QMoto don't do a female cut ?

[Grashopper]

If you are buying QMoto, best try before you buy, goes for all online buying that is not world wide brand.
I stand to be corrected but, QMoto don't do a female cut ?

They can do female cut, if you get stuff made. But it doesn't make much of a difference for bike pants and my jacket is a male cut anyway.

But yeah, don't want to buy anything without trying it first.

[Mom]

Have a look at Lifestyle Imports http://www.lifestyle-imports.co.nz/shop/ They are in Pukekawa (about 1hr north of Hamilton). Good prices and gear.

+1

They have a really lovely range of womens leathers.

[Grashopper]

I went to check them out after Bounce told me about them. Great pants, but they didn't work out for me. Somehow they were either too long or too tight.

[fyrgem]

I have a great jacket now, so I only need pants now.

where did you end up getting your jacket from? :whistle: thinking of upgrading my textile gear to leather

[Grashopper]

Actually through kb :)

Also got a set just last week through trademe. You just have to keep your eyes open. Look what people are selling and then look up the brand and the gear to see what the quality might be like. That is if you have a limited budget available.

Lifestyle imports out of Franklin (?) have quite nice leather gear, which is not too expensive. If QMOTO or 1Tonne weren't so far away I might have bought my leathers from them.

If you're close to AKL (have forgotten to look) MSW can make leathers for you. Heard good things about them.

[fyrgem]

Actually through kb :)

Also got a set just last week through trademe. You just have to keep your eyes open. Look what people are selling and then look up the brand and the gear to see what the quality might be like. That is if you have a limited budget available.

Lifestyle imports out of Franklin (?) have quite nice leather gear, which is not too expensive. If QMOTO or 1Tonne weren't so far away I might have bought my leathers from them.

If you're close to AKL (have forgotten to look) MSW can make leathers for you. Heard good things about them.

Awesome thanks!


O O O - MSW looks like a new place to throw my wallet away! and I'm not far from them! :drool:
I'll keep my eyes open in the meantime : D

[Tarded]

Ive had a few jobs through MSW and have always been very happy with the work.
The resto on my 'distressed' first jacket done years ago is still good. I dont throw much out :).