$800 Jacket? FXRG Switchback, other options?
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2008
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Compared to most H-D clothing, the letters across the back are small (1" tall), that's one of the reasons I bought it and they are reflectorized for night visibility.
Last edited by YPD485; Sep 15, 2015 at 12:36 AM.
Road Captain
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 722
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From: Daytona
I bought one of the early switchback jackets for the versatility and let me tell you, it's kind of a pain in the a$$. Assembly, disassembly, and what to do with the extra panels and liner when they are removed.
I love the idea but, in execution it's not really that convenient.
HD has a lot of jackets that are waterproof leather, treated to reflect radiant heat and
comfortable from 40-80 degrees, down to 25 with the liner in and they are less than $800.
I love the idea but, in execution it's not really that convenient.
HD has a lot of jackets that are waterproof leather, treated to reflect radiant heat and
comfortable from 40-80 degrees, down to 25 with the liner in and they are less than $800.
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 1,557
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From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Vanson is fantastic! There are quite a few better quality leather jackets made in America. I have a Milwaukee now that is super thick and heavy, yet soft, leather. http://www.mmccleather.com/leather-m...azy-horse.html
Looks stellar and made to last a lifetime........also made right here in good old USA.
Looks stellar and made to last a lifetime........also made right here in good old USA.
Road Master
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 923
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From: New Hampshire
I bought this jacket earlier this year and really like it. For the price, they really should include the back protector armor, but it's HD, what do you expect. I used a combination of HD Gift Cards from my HD Visa and discount coupons from the local dealer to get the price down to something far more reasonable (20% off, plus gift cards, etc...), not sure I would have sprung for the full $800.
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Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 6,680
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From: South Florida
I bought one of the early switchback jackets for the versatility and let me tell you, it's kind of a pain in the a$$. Assembly, disassembly, and what to do with the extra panels and liner when they are removed.
I love the idea but, in execution it's not really that convenient.
HD has a lot of jackets that are waterproof leather, treated to reflect radiant heat and
comfortable from 40-80 degrees, down to 25 with the liner in and they are less than $800.
I love the idea but, in execution it's not really that convenient.
HD has a lot of jackets that are waterproof leather, treated to reflect radiant heat and
comfortable from 40-80 degrees, down to 25 with the liner in and they are less than $800.
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Owned quite a few leather jackets over the years. Best out of them all and my current is made by Fox Creek. Link below is their Grayson, similar to the one youre looking at.
https://www.foxcreekleather.com/prod...orcycle-jacket
https://www.foxcreekleather.com/prod...orcycle-jacket