Have I made some newbie mistakes?

[FJRider]

Too right! I checked and re checked sizing, even watched YouTube videos on some of the gear and compared my height and weight to the models, fingers crossed still though!

You are aware that imports less than NZ$400 are not subject to GST .. ??

So expect the IRD to have their hand out for a contribution ...

Ordering in smaller parcels could have been even cheaper ...

[allycatz]

Have been reading and it seemed to be the done thing. Also compared their pricing to pricing I've found on nz retailers and seemed quite cheaper. Boots for example... $213 give or take a bit for tax, shipping etc on that website, $460 or so in NZ..

Edited to add... also I don't have a heap of time to shop around inbetween long working hours and kids etc!

Totally agree, my gear is worth several thousand but have managed to pick up some real bargains over time eg...Ixion jacket on a $1 reserve through a CHCH shop, I bought for $65 instead of $599

[bosslady]

you do realise that the prices are in pounds Mark, the total is more like $1300 + freight.

For example I've picked up pretty good boots for $100, gloves for $70 and helmets for less than $200 not that long ago, local.

Not saying it isn't cheaper to buy abroad, just I'd like to support local stores if the cost is not too disparate.

everything came to justtttttt under 1k incl. shipping but minus any possible tax

[wasiler]

Went stupid this week and spent a fair bit (by my standards anyway) of cash money on bike gear. In my defence I did the best I could, I didn't have any friends to ask for help or advice, read descriptions with a passion and checked sizing over and over again... but I'm worried I've bought the wrong kind of stuff, panicking about the boots in particular cause the descrip says mx? Anyway thoughts appreciated, don't think I'll get the gear for another 2 or 3 weeks:

http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/...X-5-Black-0001

http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/...ar-Jacket-0003

http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/...star-Pant-0002

http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/...men-Glove-0001

http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/...la-Helmet-0001

All of this is good quality gear for really good prices. You did good. Next time you might want to break your order up so you don't get pinged on the GST ....IF they catch it. I won't buy a helmet online unless I test fit it first. That is the most important item IMO. You seem to have bought all upper end items then you spent the minimum on the helmet. Not saying it is a bad helmet....just make sure it fits properly.

Also, don't be surprised if some of your items are not in stock. I ordered a set of leathers from them over a month ago and their website said they were in stock and it still says that to this day. They never contacted me to tell me they were not in stock. I have contacted them several times and finally got an email that said it was to ship this last week. Funny thing is, I have not received a tracking number yet. I am starting to think they just told me that so I would stop harassing them. So, don't be surprised with the wait. It is worth it though. I would have paid twice as much here in NZ. I saved over 5 or 6 hundred dollars on that one purchase.

[bosslady]

All of this is good quality gear for really good prices. You did good. Next time you might want to break your order up so you don't get pinged on the GST ....IF they catch it. I won't buy a helmet online unless I test fit it first. That is the most important item IMO. You seem to have bought all upper end items then you spent the minimum on the helmet. Not saying it is a bad helmet....just make sure it fits properly.

Also, don't be surprised if some of your items are not in stock. I ordered a set of leathers from them over a month ago and their website said they were in stock and it still says that to this day. They never contacted me to tell me they were not in stock. I have contacted them several times and finally got an email that said it was to ship this last week. Funny thing is, I have not received a tracking number yet. I am starting to think they just told me that so I would stop harassing them. So, don't be surprised with the wait. It is worth it though. I would have paid twice as much here in NZ. I saved over 5 or 6 hundred dollars on that one purchase.

Wasn't trying to cheap on the helmet, just didn't understand, would have bought better if I'd understood. Only got the helmet cause I've seen lots of ppl wearing hjc and cause it's yellow. True story, women's logic eh. Same reason I bought alpinestars cause I heard/Have seen that it's popular so assumed it must be good. Hopefully I can get a better helmet eventually.... and before I REALLY need it!

[FJRider]

everything came to justtttttt under 1k incl. shipping but minus any possible tax

Don't forget ... import duties may be required to be paid as well ...

And only if the the stuff is in stock .... or even still being manufactured. In which case .. they'll just send the nearest to what you have ordered.

Maybe ...

[bosslady]

Don't forget ... import duties may be required to be paid as well ...

And only if the the stuff is in stock .... or even still being manufactured. In which case .. they'll just send the nearest to what you have ordered.

Maybe ...

that sucks... stay tuned I guess...

[GrayWolf]

HAVE I MADE A NEWBIE MISTAKE
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[BigAl]

Wasn't trying to cheap on the helmet, just didn't understand, would have bought better if I'd understood. Only got the helmet cause I've seen lots of ppl wearing hjc and cause it's yellow. True story, women's logic eh. Same reason I bought alpinestars cause I heard/Have seen that it's popular so assumed it must be good. Hopefully I can get a better helmet eventually.... and before I REALLY need it!

A helmets performance has nothing to do with price, fit and safety rating are the 2 factors one should concentrate on.

Check out ratings on this sitehttp://sharp.direct.gov.uk/.

[bosslady]

A helmets performance has nothing to do with price, fit and safety rating are the 2 factors one should concentrate on.

Check out ratings on this sitehttp://sharp.direct.gov.uk/.

Hey yes I saw that site albeit several days after I'd already bought it... think it had a rating of 3, so average I guess, pretty piss poor side protection.

[FJRider]

Hey yes I saw that site albeit several days after I'd already bought it... think it had a rating of 3, so average I guess, pretty piss poor side protection.

Few helmets are destroyed in an accident. Most have severe scratches or gouges ... and a few with minor scratches or less. Only posers buy on price ...

Comfort while you are wearing it is of more importance.

[catharsis]

OP: If you do end up changing your mind on any of your items then just give FC Moto a call around 10pm. They're super good about changing things up for you.
Check out my last couple of posts in the FC Moto thread.

[bosslady]

Few helmets are destroyed in an accident. Most have severe scratches or gouges ... and a few with minor scratches or less. Only posers buy on price ...

Comfort while you are wearing it is of more importance.

Can't wait to see if mine is ok then! p.s. I'm hopeless, I need all the protection I can get lol

[bosslady]

OP: If you do end up changing your mind on any of your items then just give FC Moto a call around 10pm. They're super good about changing things up for you.
Check out my last couple of posts in the FC Moto thread.

had a look, ta

[FJRider]

Can't wait to see if mine is ok then! p.s. I'm hopeless, I need all the protection I can get lol

I certainly hope your only problem with the helmet is "Helmet Hair" ...