All the gear.

[wants_to_ride]

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what sort of budget do you have?

No budget as yet, going to see the bank man on Tuesday to see how much I can squeeze out of them!

I don't want to go cheap and regret it, just trying to find out what I'm going to have to budget for.

Well this thread has given me a fair idea anyway. Thanks guys, thats all I was really after at this stage.

[madbikeboy]

Mate, you're getting some good answers and some piss-take answers.

Minimum legal gear, helmet. Buy something that fits really well, full face, and a good visible colour. $500 should see you right.

Back protector. Under $100.

Good gloves. Under $150 for something decent.

Jacket. Buy textile for the beginning bit - leather leaks when it rains. Buy something with good CER certified padding/armour. Fit is super important. $200 minimum.

Pants - as with jacket above. Similar money as a minimum. Don't be afraid to buy off trademe, but double check the sizing - try before you buy.

Boots. You don't need to spend moonbeams, look for good ankle support, and calve coverage.

Pick and choose, you won't look like Rossi from day one. Everyone started somewhere, but start with the lid, back protector, gloves, and jacket.

[Dragon]

Mate that's like $3k of gear isn't it? Takes a while to work out what you want out of your gear so don't go nuts to begin with.

I know what gear i want and i'm not going nuts the reason I'm getting good gear niow is so that I dont need to later.

[boomer]

Ok, I'm starting from the start (= 0 experience or gear).

What am I realistically looking at for all the 'gear' needed to get on a bike?

Jandals.. $5.99 Warehouse

Done

[discotex]

I know what gear i want and i'm not going nuts the reason I'm getting good gear niow is so that I dont need to later.

Ahhh I see - you know what you want because you've been riding for a while right?

Don't tell me, you know exactly which bike you'll upgrade to when you get your full too so you won't bother test riding any

[Dragon]

Ahhh I see - you know what you want because you've been riding for a while right?

Don't tell me, you know exactly which bike you'll upgrade to when you get your full too so you won't bother test riding any

I want leather as It's my personal preference the gear I'm looking at is dainese as they make a nice jacket that fits me as i am quite a small build. I want a good set of gear as i have come off in the past and it hurts (go figure who would have know coming of something at speed can be painful). The gear I'm after is going to be the same stuff for awhile unless I wreck it and I want gear that will be good on whatever bike I ride 50cc-1500cc. I'm not going to scimp on gear and personaly my safety has no price. My 2 cents any way I was just trying to give the guy an idea of what kind of deal he can get and an idea of the cost of good gear.

[discotex]

The gear I'm after is going to be the same stuff for awhile unless I wreck it and I want gear that will be good on whatever bike I ride 50cc-1500cc.

That's my point.. I don't believe such gear exists. As a rider's taste (and experience) in bikes evolves so will their needs for gear. Generally speaking that is. You might well be sweet.

I'm not going to scimp on gear and personaly my safety has no price.

$$ spent doesn't equal more safety. You only have to read the helmet test results to see that. It buys comfort, bling and cool factor tho.

I trust you've got a back protector in there given your focus on safety?

My 2 cents any way I was just trying to give the guy an idea of what kind of deal he can get and an idea of the cost of good gear.

Good gear is a lot cheaper. About $1500 will get you into a full setup in the good range. The $3k+ range is bling gear that goes beyond protection into style and comfort. That's not a diss... I wear about $3.5k of gear when I go out for a fang.

Fair enough if you want to dive in with it (it's your money after all) just pointing out the average newb probably shouldn't as there's a good chance they'll realise they should have got something else in about 6 months time.

In other words, I'm very glad I took some random KB person's advice and started cheap (but quality) and added as I went. Would have wasted thousands otherwise.

[Dragon]

That's my point.. I don't believe such gear exists. As a rider's taste (and experience) in bikes evolves so will their needs for gear. Generally speaking that is. You might well be sweet.



$$ spent doesn't equal more safety. You only have to read the helmet test results to see that. It buys comfort, bling and cool factor tho.

I trust you've got a back protector in there given your focus on safety?



Good gear is a lot cheaper. About $1500 will get you into a full setup in the good range. The $3k+ range is bling gear that goes beyond protection into style and comfort. That's not a diss... I wear about $3.5k of gear when I go out for a fang.

Fair enough if you want to dive in with it (it's your money after all) just pointing out the average newb probably shouldn't as there's a good chance they'll realise they should have got something else in about 6 months time.

In other words, I'm very glad I took some random KB person's advice and started cheap (but quality) and added as I went. Would have wasted thousands otherwise.

I do see you point and yes I agree about the bling factor. Also I did ask tam about back protectors both the kind that go into your jacket as well the ones that are seperate.

[discotex]

I do see you point and yes I agree about the bling factor. Also I did ask tam about back protectors both the kind that go into your jacket as well the ones that are seperate.

Bling is all good. Specially if you're on a sprots bike



Need a new pic with my new gloves and boots

Go separate for back protector mate. Ideally you want it to cover your coccyx. Best ones you can get are the Knox Aegis. I've just got one and it's freakin awesome.

Quasi had some coming in but I'm not sure if he's still got them in stock. It's pricey but it's a CE level 2 approved which is the best you can get. I think only one other one might be the top Spidi for the same price.

http://www.quasimoto.co.nz/products/...back-protector

[jrandom]

... Knox Aegis. I've just got one and it's freakin awesome.

Quasi had some coming in but I'm not sure if he's still got them in stock. It's pricey but it's a CE level 2 approved which is the best you can get.

He's right out of the AEGIS model. Demand was higher than expected, apparently. Not sure when he'll have more in. I just ordered a Knox Contour Race. A bit pricier, same CE level 2 protection, less turtle-looking, presumably does the same job.

[NighthawkNZ:Me]

The best gera is that which falls apart from sheer old age, never having been put to the test.

I got gear like that... 15-20 year old gear that falling apart but never has it slide down the road... (and I hope not to test it either )

Personally while you are on your learners I would go for Coudura but estimated cost for gear ranges;
Leather $500 - $1000+
Coudura $500 - $600
Helmet $250 - $400+
Boots $150 - $400
Gloves $100 - $200

Extra
Wet Weather gear $80 - $200
Thermals $40 - $300

[Quasievil]

He's right out of the AEGIS model. Demand was higher than expected, apparently. Not sure when he'll have more in. I just ordered a Knox Contour Race. A bit pricier, same CE level 2 protection, less turtle-looking, presumably does the same job.

They all Sold out in a two weeks, your Contour is sitting right here beside me though mate, I want it !
Have another order on the plane that will be here this week.

[jrandom]

They all Sold out in a two weeks, your Contour is sitting right here beside me though mate, I want it !

Sexytime!

[Gizzit]

I do see you point and yes I agree about the bling factor. Also I did ask tam about back protectors both the kind that go into your jacket as well the ones that are seperate.

I second that opinion. My wife and I just got Knox Aegis back protectors from Quasi, and they are the bees knees!! Separate back protectors are definitely the way to go for real protection! Much better than being dead or in a wheel chair because you decided not to have a proper back protector! Not enough people use them ..... FIIKWN ???

Get good gear ... not the top range to start with maybe, but "good" protection at least!
Cheers.

[ynot slow]

Lifestyle imports in Franklin,Auckland have a good priced boot,i.e $150 or so,comfy and warm.Still ok after nearly 3 yrs.

My cordura pants,jacket both Neo,spidi gloves and helmet cost $690 or so,my leather pants and jacket coutesy of MrQuasimoto cost $225.00 cos I'm into cheap stuff lol,no serious it was a run out/sample on pants,jacket old style seconds but all bloody good.

Just bought the better half new lid,gloves(alpinestars),short leg pants for $425.She got a bloody great jacket off trademe for $60.