One-piece or pants and jacket?

**slofox** · 16th November 2010, 16:26

If I'd been wearing a one piece this morning when I FINALLY found a dunny I could use, it would probably be at the cleaners right now...

**dogsnbikes** · 16th November 2010, 16:33

Originally Posted by superman

I guess I'll just go to the store and try everything on and make a decision from there.

Good idea

consider the following

Budget,

commuting in traffic,

shitty weather,

Sweltering heat,

ease of removing and replacing liners(try it in the shop first)

full zip around(save gravel rash on the hips)

two piece is more practical,

cheak for pockets and how they zip together,make sure they fit you right,don't be afraid to mix and match brands depending on fit,.....a good salesman will sell you what is best for your needs......a salesman will just sell you anything

**dogsnbikes** · 16th November 2010, 16:37

Originally Posted by slofox

If I'd been wearing a one piece this morning when I FINALLY found a dunny I could use, it would probably be at the cleaners right now...

save on your dry cleaning

http://www.fetware.com/?gclid=CIz28K...FRRKgwodLg5RIg

**slofox** · 16th November 2010, 16:40

Originally Posted by dogsnbikes

save on your dry cleaning

http://www.fetware.com/?gclid=CIz28K...FRRKgwodLg5RIg

You'd be amazed at how far you can travel without seeing a single shit-house when ya need one...

**steve_t** · 16th November 2010, 16:51

Originally Posted by superman

Looking to get my first set of gear. I do plan to be riding a lot, and I've been tossing between getting a hard to take on and off one piece or a two piece.

I've been reading that the one pieces are safer and more comfortable just a bitch to get on and off? Anyone got any recommendations for rides of 40+ mins on which would be better?

You live in a 100km/h area - get leather. Come see Quasi in Hamiltron, it'll be well worth it. Check out his gear on www.qmoto.co.nz

**p.dath** · 16th November 2010, 20:35

Originally Posted by superman

I think I'd always have a change of clothes with me. Would be doing road riding to university. So the practicality outweighs the safety benefits?

Go two piece.

**superman** · 16th November 2010, 22:29

Originally Posted by steve_t

You live in a 100km/h area - get leather. Come see Quasi in Hamiltron, it'll be well worth it. Check out his gear on www.qmoto.co.nz

Read my mind, I saw the Caberg helmets and just thought that I must get one. Sexy 5 star rated reasonably priced GOLD! Didn't see much on body gear though? Seems to be more for custom made racing suits and expensive! Or is there quite a lot more apparel in their store than you see on the website?

**ckai** · 17th November 2010, 08:09

Originally Posted by slofox

If I'd been wearing a one piece this morning when I FINALLY found a dunny I could use, it would probably be at the cleaners right now...

Bloody old man bladder ah

Shit, next thing you'll be asking how to get your Depends tucked neatly into your leathers!

Originally Posted by superman

Read my mind, I saw the Caberg helmets and just thought that I must get one. Sexy 5 star rated reasonably priced GOLD! Didn't see much on body gear though? Seems to be more for custom made racing suits and expensive! Or is there quite a lot more apparel in their store than you see on the website?

I'm a 2 piece person. It means I can mix and match with my textile stuff through winter. My Quasi stuff cost me around $800 which is far from expensive. In fact, stupidly reasonable.

The only issue with 2 piece is when you're sliding the zips can pop. For this to happen you'll have to slide feet first really. I don't even bother using the full length zip and I feel plenty safe. I've only heard of one zip popping open during a crash and the jacket still stayed down mainly because of the large overlap between jacket and pants.

To don't see having a 2 piece as sacrificing safety for convenience. I see it as more convenient with just as much safety.

**steve_t** · 17th November 2010, 08:44

Originally Posted by superman

Read my mind, I saw the Caberg helmets and just thought that I must get one. Sexy 5 star rated reasonably priced GOLD! Didn't see much on body gear though? Seems to be more for custom made racing suits and expensive! Or is there quite a lot more apparel in their store than you see on the website?

There's no store. It's a side business he and his wife run from their home. I'm not sure what stock they'll be carrying at the moment. They used to have assorted colours and styles but perhaps they weren't as popular. If you want a 2 piece in any particular colours or design, I'm sure he could custom make something for you. I may be doing just that for the coming summer of riding cos I'm too fat for my shortness

While you're there, the SPS gloves are definitely worth a look and I'd say their quality is probably even just a little better than the Knox Handroids!
A good level 2 back protector is worth a look too. Quasi has Knox but Forcefield also makes a very good one.

**Quasievil** · 17th November 2010, 08:55

Originally Posted by superman

Read my mind, I saw the Caberg helmets and just thought that I must get one. Sexy 5 star rated reasonably priced GOLD! Didn't see much on body gear though? Seems to be more for custom made racing suits and expensive! Or is there quite a lot more apparel in their store than you see on the website?

Try this Superman, I may need to change back to jacket, pants etc as opposed to Apparel by Qmoto ? what you think?

http://www.qmoto.co.nz/products/apparel-by-qmoto/

**KiwiNinja** · 17th November 2010, 09:38

Originally Posted by superman

Read my mind, I saw the Caberg helmets and just thought that I must get one. Sexy 5 star rated reasonably priced GOLD! Didn't see much on body gear though? Seems to be more for custom made racing suits and expensive! Or is there quite a lot more apparel in their store than you see on the website?

Yes he does custom suits but they also have a range of two piece jacket and pant sets which also zip together.

Get in contact with Quasi mate. You wont be disappointed.

**superman** · 17th November 2010, 10:47

Originally Posted by Quasievil

Try this Superman, I may need to change back to jacket, pants etc as opposed to Apparel by Qmoto ? what you think?

http://www.qmoto.co.nz/products/apparel-by-qmoto/

Hmm yes, very stylish! Just a bit worried about wearing all black and not being very visible. Mind you I probably would get the red Caberg helmet and since my ninja is already a violent luminous green it might be ok. Could always pop a bright pink/yellow fluoro jacket over the top for peace of mind.

But yes probably will go with all the quasi stuff, looks top quality. Will just have to wait a while till I start riding then to save up the money. If only my unecessary items on trademe would sell already! As soon as that happens I'll be down in Hamilton.

**Quasievil** · 17th November 2010, 10:55

Originally Posted by superman

Hmm yes, very stylish! Just a bit worried about wearing all black and not being very visible. Mind you I probably would get the red Caberg helmet and since my ninja is already a violent luminous green it might be ok. Could always pop a bright pink/yellow fluoro jacket over the top for peace of mind.

Hi go for the Viper, you present to the other motorists a bright white shoulder area, just as I designed it for , so perfect mate.
Red Caberg as well will be high viz enough

(dont say I got to do colours again reds n blues etc ????)

**superman** · 17th November 2010, 11:02

Originally Posted by Quasievil

Hi go for the Viper, you present to the other motorists a bright white shoulder area, just as I designed it for , so perfect mate.
Red Caberg as well will be high viz enough

(dont say I got to do colours again reds n blues etc ????)

Na don't worry about the colours! I actually think I might get the Vengeance one, because it comes with the armour. And it looks good, I know everyone says that should never effect your decision with motorcycle safety gear... BUT IT DOES!