Brand New Leathers Direct From The Manufacturer

[wildcat_lgf]

Hi Everyone,

I am going to import a few items of clothing direct from the manufacturer in Pakistan...they supply good quality leather motorcycle clothing to the UK, Italy, and the USA.

I have a reference from their UK source which is very encouraging. I know most of us are worried about quality, or losing our money, but with a pre-shipping inspection and a L/C from the bank we should be alright.

A few of you (about 25 odd) have already expressed interest in their products, I am currently working out total prices to NZ incl shipping, gst, duty, bank charges, etc so I can give you a final price on their items.

I have scanned the catalogue I received and hopefully it is posted below.

I am planning to meet with all the Auckland KB's who are keen and can make it, sometime early next week to answer any other questions and arrange a few orders etc. Any newbies are welcome to check out the last thread (BRAND NEW Leathers) for more info or you can PM if you have some questions.

I am pretty frantically busy at work tonight and tomorrow morning so please forgive me if any reply is a little slow.

Having done a quick price calc (I know your all keen to get the final prices), (all leathers prices) 1-piece suits look to be approx NZD$295, and 2-piece approx NZD$335, Jackets approx NZD$185, Pants approx NZD$175, and boots approx NZD$160. All depending on exchange rate and how much we order (shipping costs). Price shouldn't change too much at all.

Still working on details of payment but at this stage I am hoping (once we've met and everyone is happy) to get a small deposit to secure colours and sizings and then I will put the money up front (still to be approved by my bank manger :) ) when the order comes through you can see the leathers and pay the rest or if your not satisfied you don't have to buy. This way there is minimal risk for you and if you don't go through with it, I am at least left with a product to sell on?

Textile prices are cheaper but haven't priced any of that yet. Hopefully in the next 2 days I can put together a couple of pages in Word, of all the prices for the various products.

If I've forgotten anything, or you want more details just ask...

[Blakamin]

Mate, I AM IN!!!!
lookin at 2 piece now (can't beat those prices)

[edit] 2 piece in black please :niceone:

[Joni]

Thanks for everything!!!
Will pm ya later...

wooohooo!

:spudbooge

[wildcat_lgf]

Oops...sorry guys, I just realised I worked out duty based on the Euro prices, not NZD prices. Real sorry about it :(

1-Piece price doesn't change.
All other prices +$15

So I suppose its good news if you want a 1-piece. Otherwise its merely annoying.

Cheers

[Blakamin]

still good value!!!!

[wildcat_lgf]

I just this very instant got an email from Belpak stating that they have just got into an agreement with Thomas Cook Clothing Australia in regards to their boots in the catalogue.

Thomas Cook now have exclusive rights to the boots in the catalogue for Aussie and NZ and have put up USD$0.5Million for the it and for brand new injection moulding machines.

As such, boots can now no longer be offered to us. DARN IT :angry2:

We need to hurry the order up a little otherwise we are going to be pipped at the post and then we all have to pay retail!!! ARRRGGGGHHHH

If and when your ready just send me a PM with sizings and colours and product numbers.

They offer Black , Red, Blue, Yellow, Kawasaki Green, Grey , Silver and White combination

Hope to hear from you soon.

[SuperDave]

You are a legend man! So its just those in the catalogue you scanned, can we choose from any of the models? I would like to get a one piece suit with the armours and sliders. Not sure of what size i would be though? I'm thin, weight about 60kg and am about 175cm tall. Maybe someone can suggest what size I would be when we meet early next week?

[StoneChucker]

That sounds great, but I don't think I can get any just yet. Is the offer still open in a month or two?

[Nutter34]

Sent a PM. Thanks.

[Joni]

2 piece in black please :niceone:

Ditto for me!
:done:

[Paul in NZ]

Thanks for the PM.

At least 0ne black 2 piece with CE armour for me. Maybe 2...

Anyone got a reliable link to a good sizing chart so I can figure out sizes.

Paul in NZ

[wildcat_lgf]

Depending on interest and how this order goes (number of hiccups etc) I may get another order in...

Belpak also charge extra for CE armour and knee sliders

1 and 2 Piece armour: CE armour in elbows, shoulders, and knees; non-CE in back and thighs

Jacket armour: CE armour in elbows and shoulders

Total extra price for armour + knee sliders: 1 and 2 Piece (EUR$12 +EUR$2) = NZD$25

Total extra price for armour Jackets (EUR$8) = NZD$15

Don't forget order will take 4 weeks to arrive once placed.

Please also be clear on model number you want and colours. Better to over-clarify it than for no-one to be sure what you really want. Please specify if you want armours and/or knee sliders and colour of knee sliders.

There is also 1 other 1-piece suit available that isn't in the catalogue...refer to http://www.belpak.com.pk Model B-4048

I am hoping to have all the orders by middle of next week...

Cheers

[Blakamin]

Anyone got a reliable link to a good sizing chart so I can figure out sizes.

Paul in NZ
good point... anybody???

is b4049 a 2 piece? would look good in black... with CE armour

[Joni]

http://www.beconi.com/sizes.htm

Hope this help!

[wildcat_lgf]

B-4049 is a 2-piece suit, and I believe it is available also...if you are planning on ordering this please be specific about your colour choices (as with all orders) :niceone:

Cheers

[Blakamin]

a set of B-1120 with ce armour in black - size medium (waist 82, chest 104)
$375 ????

:niceone: dont let me change my mind!!!!

[wildcat_lgf]

a set of B-1120 with ce armour in black - size medium (waist 82, chest 104)
$375 ????

:niceone: dont let me change my mind!!!!


Done, total NZD$375 incl knee sliders as well

[Blakamin]

Done, total NZD$375 incl knee sliders as well
WOOHOOO!!...
now where's that angle grinder... anyone got an alternate use for knee sliders????

[BNZ]

If we order now, when do we pay? Do we pay all of it up front???

[wildcat_lgf]

If we order now, when do we pay? Do we pay all of it up front???

I'm going to need a deposit to secure sizes and colours of say $50. Then I will foot the cost of the initial order (with the permission of the bank manager - meeting on Mon). When it arrives you pay the balance...still undecided on this, bank manager may think differently, will confirm on Mon

[Joni]

I'm going to need a deposit to secure sizes and colours of say $50. Then I will foot the cost of the initial order (with the permission of the bank manager - meeting on Mon). When it arrives you pay the balance.

Wow! You opening yourself up there quite a bit!!!
Good luck...
:niceone:

[Quasievil]

Hi Mate, put me down for 1 x B1151 BLACK, large @ NZD$200.00 ???


I think that you should ask about getting a Kwibiker logo in leather done, they may offer to stitch it on the arm for us ???
just a thought.

Im overseas for a month but do not worry I am good for it.

[Blakamin]

send me an account number and I will transfer the money on monday or tuesday!!

[wildcat_lgf]

Hi Mate, put me down for 1 x B1151 BLACK, large @ NZD$200.00 ???


I think that you should ask about getting a Kwibiker logo in leather done, they may offer to stitch it on the arm for us ???
just a thought.

Im overseas for a month but do not worry I am good for it.


I'll ask but as always they will charge extra :( Did you want CE armour with it? Total of NZD$215 with CE armour in shoulders and elbows

Cheers

[BNZ]

Can you get any suit in any colour? E.g. could i get a B1120 in the kwaka green that is shown on the B1121?

[wildcat_lgf]

Can you get any suit in any colour? E.g. could i get a B1120 in the kwaka green that is shown on the B1121?


Yep, as stated in the catalogue, they are available in all colours and sizes (mentioned page 2 just under the page #).

B-1120 could come in black with the Kwaka green (instead of the red), or yellow instead of red, or blue, etc...with or without green knee sliders etc.

Cheers

[Blakamin]

I think that you should ask about getting a Kwibiker logo in leather done, they may offer to stitch it on the arm for us ???
just a thought.

A cloth (embroided or whateva its called) patch would be a cool idea to have in the merchandise section... for people with existing stuff too....

like this one (even the right colour)....

[wildcat_lgf]

A cloth (embroided or whateva its called) patch would be a cool idea to have in the merchandise section... for people with existing stuff too....

like this one (even the right colour)....


I'll send an email through to them, but the website says the logo is copyrighted? Don't want to get into any trouble over it...

[Joni]

I'll send an email through to them, but the website says the logo is copyrighted? Don't want to get into any trouble over it...

We need Spanks permission...

[Simon A]

Hi mate
I'm keen to get one of the leather jackets. I need to sort out my size tonight but I will PM you asap when I have made up my mind :cool:
What I want to know is whether these jackets will fit other leather pants? I can't really afford the pants right now so want to buy some later. Or will these still be available in a few months perhaps?

[Quasievil]

I'll ask but as always they will charge extra :( Did you want CE armour with it? Total of NZD$215 with CE armour in shoulders and elbows

Cheers

Oh yeah, Will want that for sure please.

Thanks

Bret

[bugjuice]

hey..
put me down for a 1pc suit, 4048 in black/grey with CE amour and sliders, MEDIUM size

churs

[StoneChucker]

I can't resist, or pass up on this offer. I'll read through everything and give you exact details, but I'll be after a 2 piece, with CE armour (knees, elbows and shoulders) and Non-Ce(back and thighs), any KB patches that are on offer.

Hmm, I'm also going to have to buy it with a future size in mind, I'm currently under renovation :ar15:

Oh hell, I'm going to have to juggle the books a bit :confused: :confused:

[Blakamin]

Hmm, I'm also going to have to buy it with a future size in mind, I'm currently under renovation :ar15:

you extending or removing a room???? :spudwhat:

[StoneChucker]

you extending or removing a room???? :spudwhat:
I'm removing "room" yes

[Devil]

Oooo 4046, is that a two piece? possible in black with grey bits?

[wildcat_lgf]

Oooo 4046, is that a two piece? possible in black with grey bits?


Yep B-4046 is a 2-piece, can order it black with grey bits where green bits are. NZD$375 with CE armours and knee sliders.

Cheers.

Hey Everyone, we need about 50 people to get gear due to the shipping costs. I have priced the shipping, duty, gst etc on this figure...don't be shy, tell your neighbour, wife, husband, children...buy an early Xmas present I don't know...

Cheers,
I'll probably be out of contact till tomorrow night

[BNZ]

Hey Everyone, we need about 50 people to get gear due to the shipping costs. I have priced the shipping, duty, gst etc on this figure...don't be shy, tell your neighbour, wife, husband, children...buy an early Xmas present I don't know...


Yeah, I put a post about it on CBR250.com forums. :yeah:

[SuperDave]

I would like to get 1x the B1122 with all the armours and knee sliders. So that will be $320 + shipping right?

What would the silver and white colour combination look like for B1122? Also, I take it all the one piece suits are the same quality, the only difference is the style?

I'm unsure of the size though, I'm thinking ill be a medium though? I'm 175cm tall, weigh 60kg and have a small build. Any body with similar dimensions?

Thanks

[gav]

Total extra price for armour + knee sliders: 1 and 2 Piece (EUR$12 +EUR$2) = NZD$25

Cheers
All look pretty good, mate, good luck!! So its EUR$2 extra for knee sliders? Can i order just some knee sliders, like about 5 pairs maybe?? :yeah:

[6Chris6]

This sounds great, and i hate to be the voice of paranoia but someone's got to I think.
This guy is a new member!
Do any of the senior members know him? Where he lives (if he lives in NZ at all).
Lets face it 50 x $50 is not a bad little scam eh.
I'd hate to see 50 fellow members ripped off.
I'm sorry Wildcat, this is by no means a personal attack, maybe if you could make yourself known to one of our respected members.
Sorry if I've missed something and he is known and trusted.
Chris

[wildcat_lgf]

I would like to get 1x the B1122 with all the armours and knee sliders. So that will be $320 + shipping right?

What would the silver and white colour combination look like for B1122? Also, I take it all the one piece suits are the same quality, the only difference is the style?

I'm unsure of the size though, I'm thinking ill be a medium though? I'm 175cm tall, weigh 60kg and have a small build. Any body with similar dimensions?

Thanks

Hey SuperDave,

$320 would be shipped to NZ, so unless you want them couriered around NZ...to say Stuart Island :) then that should be the final price. And yep that would include CE armour and knee sliders.

To be honest I'm not really sure what the silver/white combination would look like, you could have a play around with colours on a computer package like Adobe photoshop or something I suppose? Black or Grey and white would look quite nice, I believe the silver might be a shiny almost metallic colour?

Sizing is always difficult...if you know what size (or can go to a shop and try several sizes) then you can order in UK or EUR sizing (ie like Teknic size their gear 40/50). Just make sure you make it clear which sizing it is, don't want to order a UK40 when it should have been a EUR40 :)

Same quality, but the 2-piece suits are just more time consuming to make etc and so are more expensive...plus there is no import duty on the 1-piece.

Hope this helps.
Leighton

[wildcat_lgf]

All look pretty good, mate, good luck!! So its EUR$2 extra for knee sliders? Can i order just some knee sliders, like about 5 pairs maybe?? :yeah:


Hey gav,

Yeah its EUR$2 extra for knee sliders on a suit, but they want EUR$5 (NZD$10) if your buying them seperately...go figure :) It seems even half-way across the world manufacturers/sellers are still the same, cheaper when buying sets, more if seperate.

Sorry to disappoint, althougth I suppose $10 each is still pretty good :)

Cheers,

[wildcat_lgf]

This sounds great, and i hate to be the voice of paranoia but someone's got to I think.
This guy is a new member!
Do any of the senior members know him? Where he lives (if he lives in NZ at all).
Lets face it 50 x $50 is not a bad little scam eh.
I'd hate to see 50 fellow members ripped off.
I'm sorry Wildcat, this is by no means a personal attack, maybe if you could make yourself known to one of our respected members.
Sorry if I've missed something and he is known and trusted.
Chris

Hey Chris,

yeah I was wondering if this would come up again, if you want you can read the previous thread (BRAND NEW Leathers) and see what was said there...or you could PM TonyB (who also asked last time, and we have been in communication since then sorting out details)...

But wait there's more...: I am planning/hoping to meet with the AKL KB's early next week (Tues I think suits best) and iron out any questions/fears/etc the usual. One of the KB's has offered his place for about 20ish people (just a couple of mins north of the bridge). I will confirm hopefully with him tomorrow and will post on the site.

I'm not trying to scam anyone (for peace of mind PM TonyB) and am just looking to get a set for me and bring the shipping costs down by getting a group together, that way we all save.

Hope to see you Tues night,

Cheers,

[TonyB]

This sounds great, and i hate to be the voice of paranoia but someone's got to I think.
This guy is a new member!
Do any of the senior members know him? Where he lives (if he lives in NZ at all).
Lets face it 50 x $50 is not a bad little scam eh.
I'd hate to see 50 fellow members ripped off.
I'm sorry Wildcat, this is by no means a personal attack, maybe if you could make yourself known to one of our respected members.
Sorry if I've missed something and he is known and trusted.
Chris
I had the same concerns originally, but though I haven't met wildcat, I believe he is genuine. As my wife works for a clothing importer and she and her workmates have a vast amount of knowledge about this sort of thing, I have offering wilcat some advice. We have been communicating via email and I am convinced that his intentions are completely honest. I have seen the references he received (they are very positive) and wildcat has been keeping me informed of what he is doing, asking for advice etc. He has already put in a huge amount of work to get to this stage, and has a lot more to do yet, but he is not asking for any compensation. The Auckland members will have the chance to meet him for themselves on Tuesday.

You have to appreciate that wildcat is taking a risk here too, if the leathers are of a poor standard he is going to be stuck with them, that is one of the reasons why he is looking at having them quality checked by an independant company before they are shipped. The LC is another safety check. But at the end of the day the references he recieved are the best indication that it will all go well. My advice to wildcat is that he doesn't even open the shipment without well known members there with him, then he can't be accused of foul play if it all goes pear shaped despite his best efforts...

My advice to wildcat at the moment is that he needs to leave himself the oppertunity to set himself up as the NZ distributor for these leathers after this initial order. If the quality is good, then more people will want them. It would be ridiculous to expect him to keep putting in all this effort and not get some compensation. But at this stage all he wants to do is help out a few KBers by helping you get leathers at cost.

And thats another risk, we need to get this underway before someone else dicovers it and sets themselves up as the NZ distributor. It's already happened with the boots... so lets get on with it!

Cheers
Tony

[Syphon_Life]

ill be in for a coulple of pairs of gloves!
mine are broken and im going to start racing later this year,
can you also do these?

[Devil]

Wheee, sent PM
Ill turn up at the meeting.

[wildcat_lgf]

Hey Syphon_Life,

Yeah the gloves are availabe too...

They aren't quite as good a deal I didn't think as the suits and jackets etc. With shipping, gst, duty etc. They work out at between NZD$80 and NZD$85 for the professional gloves (NZD$80 for B-9080 NZD$85 for B-9027) and between NZD$70 (B-8050, B-8034, B-9026) and NZD$75 (B8066, B-8040) for the sports gloves.

Let me know what your after, and I'll put it on the list.

Cheers


ill be in for a coulple of pairs of gloves!
mine are broken and im going to start racing later this year,
can you also do these?

[750Y]

that B4048 1 pc looks like a wicked suit. that is an UNBELEIVABLE price.

[wildcat_lgf]

Sure is, You could always pay extra if it made you feel better :)

Come to the meeting on Tues night to confirm details if you think its too good to be true. Hopefully confirming a place to meet tonight.

Cheers


that B4048 1 pc looks like a wicked suit. that is an UNBELEIVABLE price.

[750Y]

thanks anyway but i already have pleanty of leathers.
tell me do the 2pc come in ladies shapes?

[Devil]

Hey guys, dont forget to take into account your back protector (if you wear one) when you're sizing your suit.

[wildcat_lgf]

thanks anyway but i already have pleanty of leathers.
tell me do the 2pc come in ladies shapes?

Yep, they can make the leathers to ladies shape.

[wildcat_lgf]

Attention Auckland KB's!!!

Ok I have spoken with bugjuice and here's the plan to meet.

We will meet Tuesday 7:30 (tomorrow - Feb 22) at Cyclespot Honda Ltd. 73 Barrys Point Rd, Takapuna

From there we will cruise around to bugjuice's place to meet and sort out finer details.

Bugjuice has just moved in so please bring a some money for food and we'll get some pizza for dinner while we discuss.

Any other questions don't hesitate to ask...hope to see you all there, don't forget we need a good number of orders to make this work.

Cheers,
(why am I the only one posting here? I would have thought there would be plenty of people interested?)

[bugjuice]

I'll post here too ;)

yeah, come one, come as many as I can fit.. Me digs ain't buck pallace, but if those wanting, chip in 5 bucks or so, we can get pizza and drinks, have a laff and chat about some cowhide.

For those like SM who can't make it til a little later, I can either meet again at Cyclespot (as it's 2 minutes round the corner), or PM me and I'll give you directions.

Also, if anyone brings their cage, it would be a bit handy with the pizza etc, but can get it delivered in the worst case..

[wari]

I'm inner-rested ... BUtt I havent read allda posts so I wont aks any questions coz ... duplicate questions are an arse .. :shake:

[Skunk]

I'm inner-rested ... BUtt I havent read allda posts so I wont aks any questions coz ... duplicate questions are an arse .. :shake:Waiting till the meeting is over a details settled etc...

[avgas]

oh yeh, just occured to me, on hte off chance someone wants something from shanghai - my misses just flew there 2day for 2 weeks. So PM/email me (avgas@slingshot.co.nz).
bummer about the boots - was keen for some boots.

[Devil]

Also, if anyone brings their cage, it would be a bit handy with the pizza etc, but can get it delivered in the worst case..
I might do that, its too fricken hot to put all the bike gear on at the moment.

[XTC]

I might do that, its too fricken hot to put all the bike gear on at the moment.
But this is a post about bike gear.... :spudwhat:

[Devil]

But this is a post about bike gear.... :spudwhat:
Yeh its all well and good when you're out on the open road getting some airflow, but farting around town is a little too warm for me at the moment.

Plus if I cant be whizzing round corners on the bike, i'll be in the car listening to good music.

[mg1040]

shit yes im in

a one piece blace please, will sort size out.

s

[wildcat_lgf]

Awesome, we need to get the numbers up to keep the shipping down (that could almost make a song) so if you know anyone else whos keen let them know.

Once you've decided what you want, model #, sizing, colour etc then let me know either here or by PM.

Cheers
wildcat_lgf


shit yes im in

a one piece blace please, will sort size out.

s

[FEINT]

I am interested too!! Will let you know by tomorrow. What is CE armour?

Can you get gloves too? If so, how much?

[bugjuice]

looks like my order might be up by another 2!! might be havin 3 off ya! speak later on tho..

FEINT - come over tonight and find out first hand!

[FEINT]

I just read a few posts back and got prices on the gloves.

Are the cordura jackets (B1165 & B1163)/ pants (B1167 & B1166) the same price as the leather ones? or are they priced $185 for jacket and $175 for pants (+15 each)..?

Bugjuice, I am picking up my NEW bike at 6:30, if I can make it by then I will try. It is Cyclespot at 7:30 isn't it?

[bugjuice]

yup.. that's right. Some are coming later, so can still turn up in time. If you get stuck etc, just give me a buzz on 021 234 7744 and I'll let you know where to go if you don't make it in time.

Besides, where's a better place to show off your new wheels for the first time?

[wildcat_lgf]

With or without art work makes alot of difference, so depends if you want the artwork as well...Personally I quite like B-1159, it has a bit of cow-hide on the shoulders too, best of both worlds

Anyway, B-1165 with artwork is approx NZD$170, without artwork NZD$140
B-1163 NZD$145. Plus armour.

Pants are both approx NZD$145 and I don't think they get armour. Merely padded from what I understand.

Cheers, hope to see you tonight.

wildcat_lgf


I just read a few posts back and got prices on the gloves.

Are the cordura jackets (B1165 & B1163)/ pants (B1167 & B1166) the same price as the leather ones? or are they priced $185 for jacket and $175 for pants (+15 each)..?

Bugjuice, I am picking up my NEW bike at 6:30, if I can make it by then I will try. It is Cyclespot at 7:30 isn't it?

[Darryboy]

I'm keen on maybe a 1-piece and a 2-piece.

I'll have a good look at the catalogue once I've finished work and then try figure out the sizing and PM you.

[Antallica]

How do I figure out my size?

[Devil]

How do I figure out my size?
On the first page of this thread (I think) is a link to a sizing chart. Use that.

[Antallica]

Sweet, I'll be in for a B-4048 (chest - 85, waist - 75).

[Devil]

waist - 75.
*sniff* :crybaby: I remember those days.

[sAsLEX]

seems legit, just got back from meeting and am lookin at getting a one piece

[bugjuice]

well, they've all just left me, with a crap hole of a place to clean up and no pizza!!!!!! :cry:

but all looks cosha to me, so I'm well up for this. Might even get an extra suit.. no harm

come on lads (and ladetts), stick your order in quick, so we can get them here already!

[sAsLEX]

well, they've all just left me, with a crap hole of a place to clean up and no pizza!!!!!! :cry:

but all looks cosha to me, so I'm well up for this. Might even get an extra suit.. no harm

come on lads (and ladetts), stick your order in quick, so we can get them here already!

yeah all that furniture to move, make sure you dont throw your back those blue chairs look mighty heavy!!

[Naked Commuter]

Yeah I'll be in for a one piece I'll PM you the details.

Thanks for the screen and mirror Bugs, they fit perfectly. Plus you've given me a leg up on the pile in the latest trend sweeping Honda riders, just ask Darryboy and sAsLEX: NC30 left mirror / CBR right mirror!

[wildcat_lgf]

I told the guys I would post a few more details, if you want to get hold of me rather than by PM, send me an email at:
lfle012@ec.auckland.ac.nz
lg_fletcher@hotmail.com

Please put your username in the Subject somewhere, or make it obvious that its about the leathers, otherwise I might think its spam and delete it!

I have attached (hopefully) the quick list I have done up for the pricing of items, I haven't done them all because it took longer than I thought, plus who really wants waterproof gloves?

Anyway, to make things easy for me, the prices I have quoted you are rounded from the pricelist attached, I can't be bothered figuring out payments of NZD$199.28, so its been rounded to NZD$200 etc.

Hope to get a few more definate details regarding sizing (I know its always tricky with leathers) tonight, will keep you posted.

I will get around to PM those I don't have other contact details, for confirming your order and sending my details and getting yours.

Cheers
Leighton

[FEINT]

Oops...sorry guys, I just realised I worked out duty based on the Euro prices, not NZD prices. Real sorry about it :(

1-Piece price doesn't change.
All other prices +$15

So I suppose its good news if you want a 1-piece. Otherwise its merely annoying.

Cheers


The latest price list that you have attached, does it include the increase of $15.00 ? or do I have to add $15.00 the the current pricing?

Cordura Jackets (B- 1159) that want ARMOUR, will cost is $15.00 each right?

Cordura pants (B-1167) that want armour / knee sliders, is that possible?

Is there an extra charge for "waterproofing" the cordura?

I am looking at 2 x 2 piece suits, 2 x cordura jackets, 2 x cordura pants.. will send you an email tomorrow, after I visit some accessory shops and get sizes.

[wildcat_lgf]

Hey Feint,

The pricelist has the NZD$15 already added to it, the only extra charge is for armours and knee sliders. Armour and knee sliders for 1 or 2 piece NZD$25 extra, Armour for Jackets NZD$15

The pants B-1166 or B-1167 can't take knee sliders. They come standard as waterproof I believe.

However its the jacket B-1159 that you can order either non-waterproof or waterproof. For B-1159 NZD$185 with waterproofing, or NZD$170 without (rounded from $166.58 because thats too much hassle to figure out down to the last cent).

Cheers, hope that helps,
Leighton

[wildcat_lgf]

Ok everyone,

Due to popular demand from people at the meeting last night, I have attached a sizing chart just received from Belpak this morning...

Note also B-4048 did have 2 zippers, one on each side closing down to the waist, but this was not popular so they have changed the zipper to one down the front like all their other suits.

I just had a look at the sizing chart and I think a few people may want to change their size...I believe the measurements are the actual leathers measurements ie the waist of the jacket not your waist.

Hope this helps some and gives a better indication of sizing. I thought I was a medium, but I could be down to an XS...will have to bust out the tape measure :)

I have just had a measure up...and have emailed Belpak again to check the sizings...A size 36/46 shouldn't be 106 chest seeing as 36" is only about 92cm! Will keep you up-to-date...Don't panic, please wait till I confirm from them about sizing, before changing anything...

Cheers,
Leighton

EDIT I have just taken the sizing chart off, so I don't get heaps of emails of questions...once I have verified the details of sizing with Belpak, I will post it up again...sorry for the hassle

[Antallica]

Yeah, by the looks of it I'm a XS :o

[justsomeguy]

I'd like a black 1 piece leathers...... with full CE protection front-shoulders-everywhere it is available and knee sliders too thanks.

Size M

Looks like B-1121/b Milled Cowhide Leather $348.78 is the one MUST BE FULL BLACK



Thanks :niceone:

[mg1040]

yeah 1 black 1 piece suit please B-1121 / B

also can i have the super soft body armour kit, guess get all the bits u can 4 me please.

b-8044 gloves please ones with kevlar in!!

cheers sounds good

u i want this shit NOW dont u,

[wildcat_lgf]

Hey mg1040,

B-1121B is actually a 2-piece just like B-1121A only its black...let me know :)

Cheers


yeah 1 black 1 piece suit please B-1121 / B

also can i have the super soft body armour kit, guess get all the bits u can 4 me please.

b-8044 gloves please ones with kevlar in!!

cheers sounds good

u i want this shit NOW dont u,

[mg1040]

hi

just down loading pdf again, dial up :-(

which is best 1 piece and body amour do u reckon?

[mg1040]

hmmmm says suits 2 left in pdf,

can u product numbers for suits please

[wildcat_lgf]

hmmmm says suits 2 left in pdf,

can u product numbers for suits please


???? Not sure what your asking...however B-4048 has been quite popular for 1-piece suits, it seems to have a reasonable amount of padding over and above the CE armour...plus its just plain CLASSY in black/grey! There isn't a price for it on the pricelist as its not in the catalogue go to
http://www.belpak.com.pk/products_pages/motorbike_suits/02.html

Price is same as other 1-piece $295 + armour

Hope this helps

[mattt]

Cool, I'll be keen for 2 b-4048 - just sent you a PM.
Will confirm sizes with you friday avo.
Cheeeeeeeeeeers :wari:

[mg1040]

okay lets give it another try

could i please have a 1 pieces suit, i want black but it appears black and grey is the closest we can get.

going from the sizes at http://www.beconi.com/sizes.htm

so one B-4048 with black knee sliders and all the body amour possible please
xx-large

also

B-9027 gloves please ones with kevlar in!! xxl size

sounds like size is a topic of conversation so i would like clarification of what size xxl fits be for handing over cash, but i'm keen!!

[Waylander]

Would get in on this if I had the money, but I dont even have a job yet. Aparently no one will hire me to work on a student visa everyone wants someone who can work more than 15 hours a week.:spudwhat:

[BNZ]

Ok everyone,

Due to popular demand from people at the meeting last night, I have attached a sizing chart just received from Belpak this morning...

Note also B-4048 did have 2 zippers, one on each side closing down to the waist, but this was not popular so they have changed the zipper to one down the front like all their other suits.

I just had a look at the sizing chart and I think a few people may want to change their size...I believe the measurements are the actual leathers measurements ie the waist of the jacket not your waist.

Hope this helps some and gives a better indication of sizing. I thought I was a medium, but I could be down to an XS...will have to bust out the tape measure :)

I have just had a measure up...and have emailed Belpak again to check the sizings...A size 36/46 shouldn't be 106 chest seeing as 36" is only about 92cm! Will keep you up-to-date...Don't panic, please wait till I confirm from them about sizing, before changing anything...

Cheers,
Leighton

EDIT I have just taken the sizing chart off, so I don't get heaps of emails of questions...once I have verified the details of sizing with Belpak, I will post it up again...sorry for the hassle

Any ETA on the size chart?

[wildcat_lgf]

Yeah I'm going to ring them tonight since I didn't hear from them last night...

EDIT.....


I have just this instant hung up the phone after speaking with Belpak...he assures me the sizing chart he gave me is basically useless to us :) The sizing chart is of the material lengths prior to making up the jacket/pants/suit hence it doesn't help us at all.

However he said the sizings they use is an international standard approved (ISO creditation of some sort) and is approved sizing in the UK, Australia, US, Europe, etc.

This means, we can use the Beconi sizes from their website (link given before) and also Fieldsheer sizings (cause they make Fieldsheer) and they will be the same sizings. I can still post the sizings chart from Belpak if anyone wants, but just bear in mind that it is raw materials sizings, NOT finished product sizings!

So check your sizings at:
http://www.beconi.com/sizes.htm
OR
http://www.factoryteam2racing.com/size.asp (scroll down until you get to Fieldsheer Sizing)

This will hopefully mean everyone can size themselves up! So once again, you should be able to use your UK/EUR sizing (ie 40/50) also (seeing as its an international standard) and be FAIRLY confident the size will be about right.

Any other questions, just ask...

I'll confirm orders shortly,
Leighton

[TonyB]

Well thats a relief. You could see all kinds of mistakes happening if you'd had to alter everyones size!
Wonder why the hell they sent it in the first place? :spudwhat: :spudwhat: :spudwhat:

[wildcat_lgf]

Well thats a relief. You could see all kinds of mistakes happening if you'd had to alter everyones size!
Wonder why the hell they sent it in the first place? :spudwhat: :spudwhat: :spudwhat:


I reckon! Go figure, maybe they thought we wanted to make our own?

I'm just in the process of confirming everyones orders...:)

[FEINT]

I am just using the Fieldsheer sizing and I came accross a few things that I don't know how to measure.

http://www.factoryteam2racing.com/size.asp

"mens jacket sizing" sleeve?

"mens pants sizing" leather inseam? textile inseam?

[Blakamin]

"Inseam" is from yer nut-sack to your ankles... leathers are normally shorter coz you are wearing boots..
sleeve is pretty obvious....

[wildcat_lgf]

Cheers Blakamin :)

Alrighty, I am currently emailing/PM those I have on the list confirming their Leathers Order...if you don't receive or haven't received a message from me by tonight and want to order, send me a PM or email...BUT you had better hurry!!!

I want all orders finalised by Monday Midnight...the order is going off first thing Tues so I need all orders and deposits by Monday next week. After that its too late and if you come complaining to me that you weren't organised enough, I'll be like :whocares:

Thanks everyone...I'm looking forward to it all coming together finally!

Leighton
lfle012@ec.auckland.ac.nz

[k14]

are you going to be doing more than one of these orders? if I like the look of them in the flesh i might be persuaded to get a pair in the future.

[wildcat_lgf]

are you going to be doing more than one of these orders? if I like the look of them in the flesh i might be persuaded to get a pair in the future.


Well we'll see how this order goes, see who's keen next time, and see how much stress I'm under :) Basically I hope in a couple of months to do it again if there are KB's keen...obviously need a core number to keep your costs down.

I'll be in touch if it does...you should get to see the leathers, I know I'll be wearing mine pretty much everywhere, even just around the house!

Take care

[TonyB]

are you going to be doing more than one of these orders? if I like the look of them in the flesh i might be persuaded to get a pair in the future.
I'm getting some, so you can take a look at those.

Wildcat- I haven't heard from you. Where do I send the money???

[Hooks]

In a couple of months I will be better off financially so I will be in ... !! It always seems to be the wrong time when these things come up !! But I will be prepared by then !!

[limmy]

In a couple of months I will be better off financially so I will be in ... !! It always seems to be the wrong time when these things come up !! But I will be prepared by then !!

yeap. same here. just spent a whole lot of money on getting my bike and gear so can't afford to buy more new gear so quickly. hopefully i'll be able to consider it next time.

[Sheep Dags]

well i'm getting some!
my bike's stuffed so getting these leathers will motivate me to fix it and get it working again.

else i could don all the gear then play moto gp on the computer or something. :P

[Sheep Dags]

oh yea so when are we expecting them to arrive?

[Darryboy]

oh yea so when are we expecting them to arrive?

I think they're due around mid-late April. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

[Devil]

I think they're due around mid-late April. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.
I think it was supposed to be 3-4 weeks. so end of march.

[wildcat_lgf]

Hey guys, yeah the order has been sent off, just waiting for them to confirm final price and shipping and that they have all the info (sizes, colours etc) they need.

Expecting in 3-4 weeks, so fingers crossed for end of March!

Cheers,
wildcat_lgf

[Cecil]

Damn I noticed this thread a few weeks too late :(
Could you send me a PM if you do another order?

[Suney]

Can someone explain more about the customs duties on leather?
Will we not get taxed 32% if the leathers come with CE armour?
I've sorta read through the 2 threads but I might of missed it

Cheers

[saiko]

Timing.....my new leathers arrive from Italy in 10 days, $2700. Ouch.

[idb]

This has been a great thread to follow - a bit like a serial.
I hope it all goes well.
Keep us voyeurs posted.
....he waits in quivering anticipation for the next episode....... :eek5:

[Blakamin]

Hey guys, yeah the order has been sent off, just waiting for them to confirm final price and shipping and that they have all the info (sizes, colours etc) they need.

Expecting in 3-4 weeks, so fingers crossed for end of March!

Cheers,
wildcat_lgf
woohoo :2thumbsup

[Sheep Dags]

did you get the email? not so cheap anymore cause of stupid manufacturers, but still a good bargain i think. i'm still keen

[soundbeltfarm]

its 20% of what you are already paying
and a 7 week wait once wildcat has sent the confirmed numbers.

[Nutter34]

Any update on the situation? Orders confirmed and manufacturing on it's way?

[wildcat_lgf]

Any update on the situation? Orders confirmed and manufacturing on it's way?


Hey Guys, sorry if I've been a bit absent from this thread for awhile, I figured everyone had said all they wanted too...I emailed everyone with the details I had, so everyone should have heard from me a couple of weeks back about the 20% due to being a custom order...

Yeah order is going ahead fine, manufacturer has taken our order and is in the process of getting them ready for us...due to be shipped at the end of the first week of May. Bank is happy and has fixed the Letter of Credit too which is a relief, although it means I am poor for about 6 weeks :(

I have checked up on Duty, gst, etc and that was already included in the prices I quoted everyone. 14% duty not 32% and not payable on 1-piece suits (I think it was covered in the previous thread).

So all we need to do now is sit back and relax and hope the time passes quickly from now until the leathers come in.

Cheers

[bugjuice]

cool, well done..

[Sheep Dags]

sounds fine and dandy

[Nutter34]

Thanks for that.....

[justsomeguy]

Any news????

[wildcat_lgf]

Hey,

Yeah the leathers order is fine, still being manufactured at present...they are due to be shipped 9 May so should be here shortly after

I'm as anxious to get them as anyone, can't wait :banana:

Cheers

[justsomeguy]

Hahahaha so we will be getting our leathers plumb in the middle of the wet season.......:whistle: .....:shifty: ...nevermind:2thumbsup

[Devil]

Hahahaha so we will be getting our leathers plumb in the middle of the wet season.......:whistle: .....:shifty: ...nevermind:2thumbsup
Yeh well. Its a week off what the stated date was. We knew that.

[Paul in NZ]

Hahahaha so we will be getting our leathers plumb in the middle of the wet season.......:whistle: .....:shifty: ...nevermind:2thumbsup

There is a dry season? Gadzooks...

Paul N

[justsomeguy]

There is a dry season? Gadzooks...

Paul N

Oi don't tempt the Gods. They have been exceptionally generous to us this year, out here in the City of Snails.

[Nutter34]

Should be getting close....

Any updates?

[SuperDave]

I can hardly wait. Anybody got an idea of how long they will take to get to us from Pakistan?

[justsomeguy]

I hope they take another month...... I'm effing skint at the mo...... and I have a broken bike to fix.............

[John]

I hope someone backs out and I can steal theres :lol:

[wildcat_lgf]

Hey everyone, I have been in contact with the manufacturer on Friday and he assures me everything is in order ready for shipping on the 9th...that's right!!! They will be shipped on Monday :D :D :D

Soooooo, I'm picking it will be about a week or so until they arrive and I have to go down and pay gst, duty etc.

I'm so excited, its been a long wait for us all and now finally we are getting the leathers! Fingers crossed they are everything and more we hope they are :)

I'll update when I know any more, I'll ask for a few more catalogues too in case there are a few others who are keen to get a set if we do a next time. :yes:

[StoneChucker]

I'll ask for a few more catalogues too in case there are a few others who are keen to get a set if we do a next time. :yes:
Sweet, I'll be in for the next one hopefully... :niceone:

[Sheep Dags]

Good stuff!
I'm so keen to get mine! Finally I'll have a set of leathers!!! ARGH!

[Devil]

Good stuff!
I'm so keen to get mine! Finally I'll have a set of leathers!!! ARGH!
Ditto! I hate waiting! :devil2:

[DrHook]

Good one!

A week? That's quick. Are they being flown in by air mail or something?

[wildcat_lgf]

Good one!

A week? That's quick. Are they being flown in by air mail or something?

Yeah they are being air-freighted...not by DHL but similar sort of arrangement (manufacturer's choice of agency)

[sAsLEX]

Good one!

A week? That's quick. Are they being flown in by air mail or something?

I have had faster service through international retailers and ebay types etc than nearly all dealing with local business's. Dont know why but some thing ordered mid day sat my time gets to me from the states by tuesday!

[FEINT]

yes, will get my leathers and cordura real soon!!!.. thanks alot Leighton !!!1 :msn-wink:

[Devil]

Are they here yet? Are they? hUH? HUH? I dont want to wait anymore. Whats going on, when are they here. *twitch*. Too much coffee.

When do you get the final prices Leighton?

Cheers.

[wildcat_lgf]

Are they here yet? Are they? hUH? HUH? I dont want to wait anymore. Whats going on, when are they here. *twitch*. Too much coffee.

When do you get the final prices Leighton?

Cheers.

Now now, (don't give this man any sugar - or more coffee! :))
They left on Monday so still in transit, final prices will be what was quoted...just had a quick look ($450 for your 2-piece in blk/red)

Believe me I'll let you know as soon as they all come in (I need to re-coup all $$$ I've laid out as guaranteed funds!)
Cheers,
Leighton

[sAsLEX]

what about now???

[Sheep Dags]

now???????

[wari]

WHatta bout now funk solle bruvver .. :wari:

[Devil]

WHatta bout now funk solle bruvver .. :wari:
Haha, nice one. :Punk:

[TonyB]

Here's an idea. If it's coming via FedEX, DHL etc then they can give you a tracking number. Post it on here, then we can all log in and see where they are.

[k14]

Haha, then the dhl (or whatever) website would go down in a matter of minutes from all the anxious kbers wanting to see where their leathers are.

[wildcat_lgf]

Here's an idea. If it's coming via FedEX, DHL etc then they can give you a tracking number. Post it on here, then we can all log in and see where they are.


Oh of course...simple solution, completely forgot I could do that; have just emailed them now to get a tracking number but won't get one until Tues (due to timezone difference :( )

[Blakamin]

awww... wish i had my job then.... :no:

let me know what they're like!!!

[TonyB]

Oh of course...simple solution, completely forgot I could do that; have just emailed them now to get a tracking number but won't get one until Tues (due to timezone difference :( )
They should be here by then :D :2thumbsup :banana: :wari:

[wildcat_lgf]

Thats right, come one come all...the leathers have hit our shores.

I am doing the customs work today and they tell me I should be able to pick them up tomorrow afternoon...So I suppose that just leaves a few things like how to pick them up, postage etc.

To those outside AKL I will have to post them, do you want them registered post or just normal postage? Don't know the cost of postage as yet as I don't know how heavy they are. Once I pick them up I will sort out which is going where, then we can organise payment and postage and Bob's your Uncle, you'll be going 2x as fast as before.

I'll send out an email later today...but I've heard there is a Trackday at Taupo so if those who urgently want them for that we shall try and work something out...

[bugjuice]

Whoop whoop.. just in time for winter!!! :yeah: :wari: :niceone:
well dun

[FEINT]

That is great leighton. Let us know where we are going to pick them up from you.

another one of those meetings in the evening is good or can pop round to your place? Hope all goes well through customs!

woohoo... cordura gear to battle the wind and rain..... :niceone: :niceone: :yes:

[placidfemme]

Hi wildcat_lgf

Would you be able to let me know what size the Jacket on Page 2 of the catalog item number: B-1153 (B) - The totally black one come in, and also a price if possible.

Thanks :)

[wildcat_lgf]

Hi wildcat_lgf

Would you be able to let me know what size the Jacket on Page 2 of the catalog item number: B-1153 (B) - The totally black one come in, and also a price if possible.

Thanks :)

Hi, they come in sizes XS-XXL I believe. Because we did a custom order we could ask for any size and colour choice.

I will probably do another order in the next month or so, depending how this one goes and depends on interest.

From memory the price works out around $240ish (don't have the exact price with me, its at home).

I ordered a couple of extra items which I will make available once everything elso has been accounted for...

Cheers

[John]

Hi, they come in sizes XS-XXL I believe. Because we did a custom order we could ask for any size and colour choice.

I will probably do another order in the next month or so, depending how this one goes and depends on interest.

From memory the price works out around $240ish (don't have the exact price with me, its at home).

I ordered a couple of extra items which I will make available once everything elso has been accounted for...

Cheers
I'm up for your next order! Those leathers rock! :P (btw did you order clutch plates of trademe..?)

[sarg]

Put me in for your next order Leighton

Cheers

[k14]

Yeah ditto, got enough $$$ for some.

What has the final prices for all of the suits ended up at? Or are they the same as on the first page?

[placidfemme]

Hi, they come in sizes XS-XXL I believe. Because we did a custom order we could ask for any size and colour choice.

I will probably do another order in the next month or so, depending how this one goes and depends on interest.

From memory the price works out around $240ish (don't have the exact price with me, its at home).

I ordered a couple of extra items which I will make available once everything elso has been accounted for...

Cheers

Sweet, well if they work out to $240 a jacket I might just get two... one for me and one for my partner... please could you let me know when you are placing your order so I can confirm the colours and sizes and pricing.

Thanks :ride:

[mattt]

Well done wild cat - surely this will earn you a shitload of +ve rep points
:niceone: :niceone: :niceone: :niceone: :niceone: :niceone:

[Paul in NZ]

hey just a thought...

These leathers right.... The zip does go right through the crotch right???

[wari]

hey just a thought...

These leathers right.... The zip does go right through the crotch right???

YEah ... butt down the back ... like a wett sute ... :killingme ... funny eh ... :D

WHO thinks I"m funny .. :spudwave: ... we can all-ways count on him eh little fella ... :yeah:

:doobey:

[Paul in NZ]

YEah ... butt down the back ... like a wett sute ... :killingme ... funny eh ... :D

WHO thinks I"m funny .. :spudwave: ... we can all-ways count on him eh little fella ... :yeah:

:doobey:

You are funny all right.... (whispers - funny perculiar that is)

Nah - thats funny..... :niceone:

[wildcat_lgf]

hey just a thought...

These leathers right.... The zip does go right through the crotch right???

Hey Paul, yeah it looks like it, B-4048 is only listed on the website so its a little difficult to tell from that.

I went and paid all the duty and gst today...the bank manager will be pleased when the account starts to go up again thats for sure :)

Have to get the documents signed by the bank tomorrow, then pick them up in the afternoon...suppose we shall see then how it all fits together!

Prices came out (for those interested next time) at about NZD$450 for 2-piece suit, NZD$384 for 1 piece, NZD$258 for jacket, NZD$246 pants

[Reno]

Leighton I'm keen for the next shipment as well.
Is it possible for all who odered to give us feedback on their purchase? :D

[gav]

So what are they like?

[wildcat_lgf]

So what are they like?

Hey Gav, I picked them up this afternoon...8 big boxes later (came out on a pallet with forklift), lucky I took the trailer!

I am fully stoked with them, as far as I'm concerned the quality is great and my sizing is fine. They even come with 2 spare domes in case they break. Stitching looks great, and armour is all present...basically just like buying from a shop!

Devil came and picked his up this afternoon, so should get him to give an unbiased opinion, he found his Large a little small, and took a spare XL I had.

I'm really happy with them and have taken some photos so when everyones order is sorted I will post a few.

[sAsLEX]

So what are they like?

and when can we get them???

[wildcat_lgf]

and when can we get them???

Best bet is to arrange a meeting in the evening next week for the AKL KB's or you can come and pick them up from my house (Howick way) in the afternoon's or eveings?

Or I could post them across town?
Or you could meet me in the city during the day (I'm in at Uni) and we could exchange some money for some leathers.

Email me is the best way to arrange a time, or txt
lfle012@ec.auckland.ac.nz
021 159 4707

[Paul in NZ]

Hey Gav, I picked them up this afternoon...8 big boxes later (came out on a pallet with forklift), lucky I took the trailer!

I am fully stoked with them, as far as I'm concerned the quality is great and my sizing is fine. They even come with 2 spare domes in case they break. Stitching looks great, and armour is all present...basically just like buying from a shop!

Devil came and picked his up this afternoon, so should get him to give an unbiased opinion, he found his Large a little small, and took a spare XL I had.

I'm really happy with them and have taken some photos so when everyones order is sorted I will post a few.

Sweet!

I'm not worried because I have a mate that is slightly smaller than me that would have em in a flash.... Let me know what to send you and I have to re enter you bank acc number 'cos I erm... Did some mtce and um... accidentally deleted some stuff (cough)

Cheers

[Waylander]

Hmm if the people from this group are happy I might just have to try and get som on the nest order. Any idea when that'll be?

[Ghost Lemur]

Hmm if the people from this group are happy I might just have to try and get som on the nest order. Any idea when that'll be?

Ditto. But if possible have the next order no sooner than 2 or 3 months away. That gives us a chance to get some long term reviews on them.

Anyone planning on using theirs on the track? Would be good to know how they hold up in a slide (and I can feel less guilty about saying that if the person is sliding from a race bike down a track rather than road bike on road).

[Waylander]

Ditto. But if possible have the next order no sooner than 2 or 3 months away. That gives us a chance to get some long term reviews on them.
.

Probably take me that long to get the money up for them.:no: I hate being broke.

[Devil]

First perspective. They look really good. A bit arsed that the ones I ordered were a little too small :(

Maybe a guide for people ordering in the future, if you use the www.beconi.com size chart, look at the lowest size in the range they give you. eg. Large pants = 36" - 39". If you were a 38" i'd def go for the next size up (XL).

They look neat. Plenty of armour. The one piece I took home has a good shape too it, no saggy bits!

[sAsLEX]

First perspective. They look really good. A bit arsed that the ones I ordered were a little too small :(

Maybe a guide for people ordering in the future, if you use the www.beconi.com size chart, look at the lowest size in the range they give you. eg. Large pants = 36" - 39". If you were a 38" i'd def go for the next size up (XL).

They look neat. Plenty of armour. The one piece I took home has a good shape too it, no saggy bits!

we have to say, where are the pics?

Sounds good though, hopefully leighton can offer the to smalls to KBérs

[wildcat_lgf]

Ok, it looks as if most AKL KB's are going to pick up their leathers individually, thats fine, so those that haven't got theirs just need to PM or email me and we can arrange a time to pick them up from home (Howick) or to meet sometime somewhere in the City during the day.

Cheers

[bugjuice]

Ok, it looks as if most AKL KB's are going to pick up their leathers individually, thats fine, so those that haven't got theirs just need to PM or email me and we can arrange a time to pick them up from home (Howick) or to meet sometime somewhere in the City during the day.

Cheers
wanna come over the shore? texting is a pain, cos you can only fit so much in there.. else I can arrange for you to meet someone in the city..

[TonyB]

As someone who has been making Leightons life miserable today with numerous emails, texts and phone calls, I would like to thank you on behalf of all the other overexcited KB members (surely I'm not the only one) for the massive effort you have put into this, and are still putting in. Job's almost done mate! Can't wait to see them!

[wildcat_lgf]

wanna come over the shore? texting is a pain, cos you can only fit so much in there.. else I can arrange for you to meet someone in the city..

Hey Kit,
The shore is a bit far for me I have about 4 orders around 3pm in the city to drop off, and am going Hillsborough way for dinner...would prefer to meet in the city if I can just let me know who, where, and sometime around 3:30ish.

[bugjuice]

Hey Kit,
The shore is a bit far for me I have about 4 orders around 3pm in the city to drop off, and am going Hillsborough way for dinner...would prefer to meet in the city if I can just let me know who, where, and sometime around 3:30ish.
sorry, half arsed joke, but wasn't a joke if you said yes :msn-wink:
anyhoo, just pm'd you.. either pm or text back.. dunnemind

[wildcat_lgf]

sorry, half arsed joke, but wasn't a joke if you said yes :msn-wink:
anyhoo, just pm'd you.. either pm or text back.. dunnemind

:D :D :D Yeah its been a long day of running around, I'm not my usual querky self so might miss a few implications here and there :msn-wink: Now promise me you won't trash them on the road or track for awhile yet! Especially 2 suits!

[dveus]

we have to say, where are the pics?

Sounds good though, hopefully leighton can offer the to smalls to KBérs

Heres a quick shot I just snapped now.
Once i got the armour in the right way it fit quite well.

[wildcat_lgf]

Here's a few more shots of some leathers

[wildcat_lgf]

And a few more...Sorry if the photos aren't great...the leathers look and feel (and smell) better than the photos show :)

[SuperDave]

Great set of leathers, good quality and look real flash. I went for a short ride with mine this evening and to be honest I gotta admit that it was a bit strange. Possibly it's because I'm not used to it, but quite a different feel - quite tight around the back of the knees :S

Does anybody know how much wear leather suits need until they start to stretch and soften up a bit? Alternatively, is there any other way that I can speed this processing up?

Otherwise, great deal on some good quality gear. Thanks a lot Leighton, big ups to you for organising them, much appreciated. :2thumbsup

[Zapf]

Great set of leathers, good quality and look real flash. I went for a short ride with mine this evening and to be honest I gotta admit that it was a bit strange. Possibly it's because I'm not used to it, but quite a different feel - quite tight around the back of the knees :S

Does anybody know how much wear leather suits need until they start to stretch and soften up a bit? Alternatively, is there any other way that I can speed this processing up?

Otherwise, great deal on some good quality gear. Thanks a lot Leighton, big ups to you for organising them, much appreciated. :2thumbsup

get into a suna with one :) and then go for a ride to dry it out. Repeat the process a few times.

[SuperDave]

get into a suna with one :) and then go for a ride to dry it out. Repeat the process a few times.

That would be Death.

[sAsLEX]

Get them wet, then go for a ride to dry them out, wet will soften them and your body heat will warm them and help them mould to your body! oh and wear an old tshirt under forst time you wear them wet as some of the dye etc might run

Edit:Damn zapf beat me

[TonyB]

Mine just arrived. They look awesome! I'm just a tad concerned that they might be a bit small. Will try them on properly at smoko. I know they need to be tight for the armour to work, plus they'll give a bit- I hope.

[wildcat_lgf]

Mine just arrived. They look awesome! I'm just a tad concerned that they might be a bit small. Will try them on properly at smoko. I know they need to be tight for the armour to work, plus they'll give a bit- I hope.

Wow, thats an efficient courier! Only picked them up from AKL at 4ish yesterday...hope the sizing goes ok? It was the only difficulty with placing the order. Glad your happy with the quality, etc. Let me know how they fit.

[Waylander]

So wich ones belong to wich bkers?

[wildcat_lgf]

So wich ones belong to wich bkers?

Are you kidding me? I have a spare room full of 60 items of leathers... :niceone:

So very vaguely,
Green/White/Red= sAsLEX
1st 3 on second post are mine (as is the other jacket)
White with Blue 1piece = SuperDave
Black/Blue Codura = MotoRacer
Black/Red 2piece = was Devil's - he took anther spare XL instead.

Not sure about the rest? But have it written down somewhere.

[TonyB]

Wow, thats an efficient courier! Only picked them up from AKL at 4ish yesterday...hope the sizing goes ok? It was the only difficulty with placing the order. Glad your happy with the quality, etc. Let me know how they fit.
Will try them on at smoko to see how they are. If they don't fit, did you order a spare like mine in XL?
Yeh, the courier was bloody quick in the end. Pity about all the BS it took to get them to actually pick it up tho...
As for the thermal liners- the polyester is zipped in, so surely it's just a matter of unzipping that and replacing it with the liner? Dunno, can you ask them for me? It gets cold down here :cold:

[wildcat_lgf]

Will try them on at smoko to see how they are. If they don't fit, did you order a spare like mine in XL?
Yeh, the courier was bloody quick in the end. Pity about all the BS it took to get them to actually pick it up tho...
As for the thermal liners- the polyester is zipped in, so surely it's just a matter of unzipping that and replacing it with the liner? Dunno, can you ask them for me? It gets cold down here :cold:

Will have a look, but am pretty sure I don't :( I only have 1 large Beconi 1piece; Devil's Black/Red 2-piece in Red...but I am under strict instructions not to sell that to a KBer so that Devil is the only one with his style when the 2nd order comes in :)

I have emailed them yesterday (we are missing one suit also - sorry rua) so hoping to hear back from them soon with a solution...

[TonyB]

Will have a look, but am pretty sure I don't :( I only have 1 large Beconi 1piece; Devil's Black/Red 2-piece in Red...but I am under strict instructions not to sell that to a KBer so that Devil is the only one with his style when the 2nd order comes in :)

I have emailed them yesterday (we are missing one suit also - sorry rua) so hoping to hear back from them soon with a solution...
Tried them on- they are a perfect fit! Can't believe how comfy the pants are and how easy it is to move in them. The knees are even in the right place! There's plenty of length in the arms and the jacket is a snug fit, but I can still bend foward and reach out. The bloody thing could have been tailored to fit me. My biker workmate had a look and he can't believe how good the quality is for the price- he said "I never thought you'd get anything like that sort of quality. You can see they've really thought about the design"

For anyone considering getting in on the next order and wanting an idea of sizing- I got a large two piece. I'm 182 cm tall and weigh around 80kg. Chest measurement varies from 42 to 44 inch depending where it's taken.

A big thanks to Leighton for arranging this. :grouphug:

[jazbug5]

So when's the next order going in..?!

[wildcat_lgf]

FANTASTIC!!!

Congrats Tony, glad they fit well, now just don't give them any road rash! I'm stoked for you! Who would have thought that all this would happen and come to reality :D It seems so long ago when we were planning it all out!

Oh no, not another order...he he Just let us get this one complete and see how people go. Depending on peoples interest and my motivation (took masses of organising and running around etc) might try and do one in a month mid-June? Of course we don't want to run all the m/c shops out of business :no:

Cheers Tony, keep in touch.
Leighton

[Waylander]

FANTASTIC!!!

Congrats Tony, glad they fit well, now just don't give them any road rash! I'm stoked for you! Who would have thought that all this would happen and come to reality :D It seems so long ago when we were planning it all out!

Oh no, not another order...he he Just let us get this one complete and see how people go. Depending on peoples interest and my motivation (took masses of organising and running around etc) might try and do one in a month mid-June? Of course we don't want to run all the m/c shops out of business :no:

Cheers Tony, keep in touch.
Leighton

Can it wait a bit longer? I'm about the same measurements as Tony so That bit is sweet I just need time to get the money together. Unless you would be willing to order me a set in the next one and have it be one of the "extras" and I pick them up once I've paid you back in full.

[sAsLEX]

CAnt remember what size I got but they fit upper body well and are a bit snug round the thighs, should stretch a little, but I can still move and bend about in them

[Devil]

Good idea to let people know what size leathers they got compared to what size they are.

XL fits me. I'm about 5'9"-10". 90kg. 112-114cm chest (44-45") with 36" ish waist.

[FEINT]

I picked up my leathers and cordura this afternoon. I am 5"7' and weigh 75kg. My cordura was a size L and my Leathers was also a size L. Both fit comfortably but a bit tight round the calfs. The length was fine for me, just a bit of a mission taking them off. Time to lose some weight :-p

But here are the photos.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v494/feintnz/gear01.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v494/feintnz/gear02.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v494/feintnz/gear03.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v494/feintnz/gear04.jpg

A big thanks to Leighton for organising the whole thing. I am very happy with the quality of the leathers.

[gav]

Congrats on pulling it off Wildcat, excellent results by the sound of it!!

[Zapf]

Bloody awesome job Wildcat! I might have to get myself ANOTHER set of space suit.... :D

Now... who will be the 1st to test out the leathers? I have a gold coin for who ever that does! :killingme :whistle: :devil2:

[TonyB]

Some pictures for the curious (sorry about the model- he's the best I could find at short notice)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v327/tonybl/Bike%20Stuff/Newleathersfront.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v327/tonybl/Bike%20Stuff/Newleathersback.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v327/tonybl/Bike%20Stuff/stitching.jpg
And should you be attacked by small children, you can still move!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v327/tonybl/Bike%20Stuff/Lexieinverto.jpg

[BABY R]

Leighton, thank you very much for importing the leathers. I am very sorry I didn't get the red leathers of you. I am 158cm and weigh 45kg. I bought size Small. I got a cordura set just like the blue / black one FEINT posted up. It is slightly on the large side for me, but all the lengths and armour are in the right places.

One thing I have realised with the cordura set, there aren't any pockets.

[Zed]

A big thanks to Leighton for organising the whole thing. I am very happy with the quality of the leathers.Good looking gear you've got there Feint, you should be a happy man!

So I won't be seeing you in jeans on any rides anymore I trust. :whistle:

[bugjuice]

I'm 5"11 average thin build and got the medium. Tad tight to say the least. Might try on a 'large' suit to see if that fits better, or just wait for this to break in. Everything is just tight and restricting, but I'm going to have a ride or two and see how much it slacks off. If it slacks in the right spots, then it'll be the ultimate custom fit!! Tomorrow is (hopefully) the test run!! just don't want to rip them!

[sAsLEX]

yeah no pockets is a bit of a bummer, specailly when I am paying for fuel and not riding off!!!


oh and they are tight behind the knees, seems to be too much leather for a tight squeeze in the NC30 pose.

[FEINT]

Good looking gear you've got there Feint, you should be a happy man!

So I won't be seeing you in jeans on any rides anymore I trust. :whistle:

I didn't even know you realised. :) :) Yeap, got cordura 2 piece and leathers 2-piece :love: ! NO MORE JEANS FOR ME.!! :yes:


yeah no pockets is a bit of a bummer, specailly when I am paying for fuel and not riding off!!!


oh and they are tight behind the knees, seems to be too much leather for a tight squeeze in the NC30 pose.

agreed, no pockets :no: :no: will have to find a way to carry cellphone, wallet and house keys!



Tomorrow is (hopefully) the test run!! just don't want to rip them!

Indeed, will be trying mine out too. Will post resutls. Should be a few guys with new leathers, can post the photos! Hang on, must figure out a way to bring camera.. :-p

[Zed]

I didn't even know you realised. :) :) Yeap, got cordura 2 piece and leathers 2-piece :love: ! NO MORE JEANS FOR ME.!! :yes: Sounds like good sense!


agreed, no pockets :no: :no: will have to find a way to carry cellphone, wallet and house keys! ...Hang on, must figure out a way to bring camera.. :-pIf you take that little 400 of yours on the ride you can hold all the keys, phones, cameras, water bottles, etc, of the WHOLE group in that huge storage compartment! :D

[sAsLEX]

I didn't even know you realised. :) :) Yeap, got cordura 2 piece and leathers 2-piece :love: ! NO MORE JEANS FOR ME.!! :yes:



agreed, no pockets :no: :no: will have to find a way to carry cellphone, wallet and house keys!




Indeed, will be trying mine out too. Will post resutls. Should be a few guys with new leathers, can post the photos! Hang on, must figure out a way to bring camera.. :-p

like Zed mentioned i HOPE THIE BIKE YO GOT NOW HAS SOME storage area!! a camera aint that big!!?

[k14]

I'm 5"11 average thin build and got the medium. Tad tight to say the least. Might try on a 'large' suit to see if that fits better, or just wait for this to break in. Everything is just tight and restricting, but I'm going to have a ride or two and see how much it slacks off. If it slacks in the right spots, then it'll be the ultimate custom fit!! Tomorrow is (hopefully) the test run!! just don't want to rip them!

Yeah they will be alright, mine were tight as when I first got them. I couldn't even get on my bike without a hand to get my leg over first time I went for a ride in them. Now they fit pretty well, very comfy indeed, although I still think they may be a bit restrictive in the leg area.

[TonyB]

One thing I have realised with the cordura set, there aren't any pockets.
Same with the leathers. Hadn't even thought of that. Might have to get a pocket put behind the zip on the inside of the jacket, so I can at least carry a wallet and cell phone.
Just wish it would stop raining so I can try them out (not trying them in the rain as I dpn't want to get Zapf's gold coin for abrasion testing)- oh well, at least we're not being flooded...

[StoneChucker]

Good job Wildcat! I have to be honest, I was a little sceptical but realise that I've missed out on good leathers now! Count me in for next time, if there is a next time :niceone:

Dave (Leatherless) :no:

[Suney]

What is the quality of the leathers like FEINT?
How does it compare to your Arlen Ness one?
I found the Arlen Ness VERY stiff n hard to move around on compared to the spidi one I also tried which was very soft and very comfortable

[FEINT]

The leather after a long long ride today was good. However, what annoyed me the most on the ride was the part behind the knees. I can't get the ball of my foot on the pegs. The leather behind would bunch up. Apart from that, it is great... until u wish to go to the toilet... :killingme :killingme

The cordura on closer ispection has 2 pockets.


What is the quality of the leathers like FEINT?
How does it compare to your Arlen Ness one?
I found the Arlen Ness VERY stiff n hard to move around on compared to the spidi one I also tried which was very soft and very comfortable

The Arlen Ness jacket is quite hard and stiff. This is softer than that. Not as thick as the spidi I would say. The leathers are double stitched and pretty good, just the problem with the rear of the knees. There is no lining as well. :)

I got a set of gloves and I think they are GREAT! no complaints! Will have to try out the cordura if it rains! :)

For your amusement, Bugjuice 5 times supermodel showing off..

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v494/feintnz/k03.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v494/feintnz/k01.jpg

[wildcat_lgf]

Cheers guys,

Sorry I missed you yesterday, I was hoping to drop by on my way out and see you all...but you left early! I saw you all pulling out of the BP station on Chapel Rd about 9:20, saw a few leathers I recognised too :) What a splendid sight to behold :D

Hopefully with a bit of wearing in the leather will soften and won't be so tight behind the knees. I found that also the first time I wore mine, but after a few times it doesn't bother me so much and the armour should continue to mould a bit.

How is the fit Kit? Hope its all going well for you all.

Cheers, hoping to make it to a ride sometime (weather dependant) soon, preferably Sunday!

Cheers

[bugjuice]

5 times supermodel?!?!?!? baah!!! 7 more like :bleh:

bit (well very) tight in places when I first tried them on, but then I saw the zips, so I undid them, which made it easier. Still tight tho.. I didn't think I had big calfs, but they were an extra special effort to get them past the knee. Once in, a small contorsionist show, and some how, I'm almost the power ranger. Twisting the body round and up and down, then it just about gets over the shoulder and then a bit more of a twist and done. Tis real tight and snug. But, once on and zipped up, they're a pretty good fit all over. Just some slight restrictions in side movement, but I can life with that. When I first sat on the bike, and being the cardboard cutout I was, that was a mission, but some forceful movement, and I'm on and off. Riding was good, bit of a different feeling compared to cordura which I'm used to, but good tho.

Once out on the road for a while, they quickly eased up a bit. Didn't get my knee down (altho I have seen a small scratch which I'm sure wastn't there before) and the knee chaffing was a little sore, but no regrets at all. Once they break in, they'll be my buddy for good.. just has to scrub in a bit really (and not the road-rash scrub!!)

Thanks heaps again WC, you've done a top notch job..

[Ogri]

Don't want to sound like a party pooper but, I used to deal in saddlery (horse gear) in the UK and leather from Pakistan was really inferior about 5 - 8 years ago. Has the quality improved since then?

[Paul in NZ]

Don't want to sound like a party pooper but, I used to deal in saddlery (horse gear) in the UK and leather from Pakistan was really inferior about 5 - 8 years ago. Has the quality improved since then?

I for one had limited expectations (still to see mine - bloody slooow bank and living in a remote place)

I'm not expecting a lifetimes wear from them, I just want them for (maybe) an occasional track day and for when I want to pretend I'm a leather clad god of speed... I'd never be able to justify the $1,000 for an ordinary set... The price I paid for these will allow tons to do any fix ups and shuff...

Cheers

[SuperDave]

Don't want to sound like a party pooper but, I used to deal in saddlery (horse gear) in the UK and leather from Pakistan was really inferior about 5 - 8 years ago. Has the quality improved since then?

In any case, I would rather prefer shit leather to no leather. This same comany makes the leathers for Beconi which is a top notch brand so would assume the leather is of the same high standard.

[mini_me]

Don't want to sound like a party pooper but, I used to deal in saddlery (horse gear) in the UK and leather from Pakistan was really inferior about 5 - 8 years ago. Has the quality improved since then?

well teknic leathers are made in pakistan and ive seen how a two piece set of them held up in a big crash and I got to say the did a pretty bloody good job

[wildcat_lgf]

I can understand your concern for quality...I for one (and most of the others had that as their main concern). But Pakistan are in fact world-famous (although not well known) for making leather goods.

If you read through the threads you will find that Thomas Cook in Aussie have signed a deal with this company for USD$500,000 (or might have been more) just to supply their boots, so they are obviously happy with their quality. They also apparantly supply Fieldsheer leathers.

Pakistan also make most of the leather goods such as soccer balls, volleyballs, blah blah blah (irrelevant to m/c leathers but still proves a point) and also cricket gear for international firms.

You are welcome to come and have a look at some of them if you are interested in getting a set for the next order...

[StoneChucker]

I can understand your concern for quality...I for one (and most of the others had that as their main concern). But Pakistan are in fact world-famous (although not well known) for making leather goods.

If you read through the threads you will find that Thomas Cook in Aussie have signed a deal with this company for USD$500,000 (or might have been more) just to supply their boots, so they are obviously happy with their quality. They also apparantly supply Fieldsheer leathers.

Pakistan also make most of the leather goods such as soccer balls, volleyballs, blah blah blah (irrelevant to m/c leathers but still proves a point) and also cricket gear for international firms.

You are welcome to come and have a look at some of them if you are interested in getting a set for the next order...

When is the next order? Got any spare from this order? (XL or larger)? Have these leathers got the upgraded ECU in the crotch? The one that gives the rider bigger balls? Thats the one I need :niceone:

[NhuanH]

The one that gives the rider bigger balls? Thats the one I need :niceone:
Stoney, you need to devise an appendage relinquishment strategy for your current inaqeduate balls. Can you trade 'em in for said bigger ones? Will you donate them to science? Will you morph them together and have extra-extra big 'uns? Might need a Goldwing to accomodate such mass then though....

[TonyB]

My other cousin Wozza was there too and he spied a one piece Beconi that he quite liked and has gone home to ask the wife/purse string holder how much she values his life.
LOL, what a line! I would never stoop to such blatant emotional minipulation *cough* (yeh right!)

[SuperDave]

Have these leather got the upgraded ECU in the crotch? The one that gives the rider bigger balls? Thats the one I need :niceone:

Yep, they come with that already installed :yes:

[Ogri]

Apologies, I stand corrected - everybody seems to be very happy with the quality - may have to get some for meself!!

[v.ros`]

well teknic leathers are made in pakistan and ive seen how a two piece set of them held up in a big crash and I got to say the did a pretty bloody good job

Not all teknic gear is made in pakistan.

Just bought a leather jacket from US and its made in Phillipines. Looks really amazing and seems to be quite protective. Paid around 250 NZD delivered to my door....

How much were these jackets from Pakistan..? a rough estimate for a leather jacket.?

Regards

[DrHook]

Thanks Wildcat! Received the leathers today. Very happy with my 2 piece.

Great value!

[wildcat_lgf]

Thanks Wildcat! Received the leathers today. Very happy with my 2 piece.

Great value!

Cheers, I thought it should arrive today! All the best, keep in touch if your after any more :)

[T.I.E]

when is the next rder gonna hapen?????
got to save some pennies anyway.

[Paul in NZ]

Mine arrived today. A little short in the body but great everywhere else and I assume they will give with a little time.

REALLY HAPPY

Good onya man! WELL DONE!

[wildcat_lgf]

when is the next rder gonna hapen?????
got to save some pennies anyway.

Next order will probably be around June 12thish...Will put out another post when that happens.

[TonyB]

Come on people- give this man some rep! Why has he only got one little green dot? Wildcat has done a huge amount of work to get this order in.
He made the initial contact with Bel
He had to investigate the likely tarrifs etc with customs.
He had to get references from Bels customers, and compare them against references for other potential suppliers.
He had to constantly relay our questions to Bel, which must have involved dozens of emails
He had to gather, check and recheck your orders.
Then send us all PM's and emails to confirm them.
Then he had to go cap in hand to the bank manager for a personal loan because.....
He had to carry the cost of the leathers until they got into NZ.
He had to chase everyone up for their deposit, then ensure that the deposits matched the orders he had (and I bet a few 'orders' disappeared at this point, making life difficult)
He had to break the bad news to us all of the increase due to the misunderstanding of the wording 'custom order'. And he even carried 5% of the increase!
Then when they did arrive, he had to go to the freigt company/ customs broker to pay the duty and freight.
Then the next day he had to go and pick them up with a trailer, take them home, and start the huge task of sorting through the orders.
He had to endure dickheads like me trying to arrange for couriers to pick them up (not entirely my fault- I hate to think how many texts and phone calls were involved to do such a simple thing...)
He had to arrange the pick ups for all the Auck KB members
He had to arrange the postage for the out of Auck members

And why did he do all this?
So he could get himself some cheap leathers.

He only offered to arrange our stuff as a favour to KB members. And all the way through this, right up to the end, most of us were probably suspicious of his motives. Bet he knew it too.

Give the man some rep (click on the scales at the top right hand corner of one of Wildcats posts)

[John]

Well said, he didnt get any for me but I will think about it (money :no:) - and he did a massive job good on him, freaken legend - up there with spank :yes:

Rep'd

[bugjuice]

when ever I can, I give him rep! I'm surprised as you Tony, that he's only got one green dot.. I thought on my own I could make it two...

[Skunk]

I never brought any but I've given him rep for his efforts.
Surely he should have more than one green dot?

[bugjuice]

I never brought any but I've given him rep for his efforts.
Surely he should have more than one green dot?
may be he's eating them...? :confused:

[Skunk]

may be he's eating them...? :confused:
Green stuff. Yummy. :killingme

[soundbeltfarm]

got my leathers today .
nice and supple leather i reckon.
cheers for a fucken awesome job done wildcat.

[mg1040]

got my 1 piece the other day. sizing does appear slightly on the small side. but no worries as i allowed 4 that.

Quality appears dam good for the price. I have tried it on 4 times just to make sure it fitted well. Feels good.

I like my 1 piece suit so much I was thinking about wearing it to bed for .......

good shit mr organiser

thanks

[Jabez]

Next order will probably be around June 12thish...Will put out another post when that happens.

I would be interested in the next shipment, as my current suit (Teknic) is getting near it's used by date.

My Wife has just obtained her restricted, so might be ordering 2!!

[Kwaka-Kid]

hey wildcat just wondering how far away approx the leathers are ?

[SimJen]

Hey wildcat lgf looking for some 1 piece leathers similar to the red ones in your PDF (B-1120) but in blue? Do you have any other styles? Are you planning another order?

[Sniper]

Alsowondering if you are doing another order mate

[Smorg]

Alsowondering if you are doing another order mate

yes yes me 2 me 2

[wildcat_lgf]

Hey guys, thanks for the interest...shipment is being sent out this week so should arrive next week...Yippee!

Anything is possible, apart from another shipment. But never fear, TonyB is taking it over so if you are interested in some great gear give TonyB a PM.

There seems to be a proliferation of people now trying to jump in on the band wagon of importing from goodness knows who.

Its all very interesting if not a little annoying...It seems these people, who gave us a hard time to start with, are now trying to bludge off all Tony's and my hard work. I sent a sample jacket down to one in particular who said it wasn't worth what it cost me, and now find he himself is going to regularly import gear - and looks to be poor quality gear too??? Go figure.

Anyway enough about my little rant, get in touch with TonyB if you are interested. Be rest assured I obtained written (emailed) references from other suppliers in Australia and the UK about these leathers, all of whom gave their full approval.

Plus don't forget they produce for Fieldsheer and have done a recent deal for boots with Thomas Cook Clothing in Aussie, so they are well regarded in the industry!

[Sniper]

Thanks mate, I'll get hold of Tony

[Smorg]

Same cheers mate

[Kwaka-Kid]

Its all very interesting if not a little annoying...It seems these people, who gave us a hard time to start with, are now trying to bludge off all Tony's and my hard work. I sent a sample jacket down to one in particular who said it wasn't worth what it cost me, and now find he himself is going to regularly import gear - and looks to be poor quality gear too??? Go figure.


Hey dude, i understand that.

as you may have now found out Wildcat its not as easy as it all sounds, to be competetive in the market you have to have a massive amount of buying power behind you.

and the NZ M/C parts/acc market is well flooded already anyway, i dont know if people realise it but we have like 8 wholesalers, things are highly competetive and at the end of the day it works out great for joe bloggs the rider because things are just so cheap now. And you dont have to go for the big names, because half the time they are made by the same people whom make the cheaper etc.

anyways! cu.