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Old Nov 27, 2009 | 12:59 AM
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I have a couple of HD branded jackets. I like them both, expecially the fxrg, but they're nowhere near the quality of Vanson. I'd love to get one, but I keep buying stuff for my bike instead.
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 02:24 AM
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I think the three best motorcycle jackets by brand today are HD FXRG, Langlitz, and Vanson, in my limited experience. I have all three as well as Schott, Brooks, and other Harley jackets. Yeah, I know I'm a jacket ***** and jacket poor.

The jacket that I would most like to be wearing if I go down on pavement is the Vanson. The US made Vansons with their competition leather are outstanding and they are cut for riding with short waist snug sleeve cuffs and form fitting. They also take removable armor, if wanted. Expensive new but you may find a deal on ebay.
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 02:33 AM
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I like my Harley leather....fits great....and chaps too....
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 05:15 AM
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Looks like your in for a refit.
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 06:01 AM
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I have a Red Line jacket with removable water proof liner.
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 06:25 AM
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Fox Creek...I would not buy from anyone that did not ask what your arm length, waist, chest measurements are. S M L XL XXL is just not going to cut it when you spend that kind of money. My Fox Creek fits like a glove!!!! Thick and heavy and the vents work on warmer days.

Also, nothing like getting something made in the USA!

Good Luck!
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by schumacher
I wear Unik.
Me too. Bought mine for $250 10 years ago and it's a high quality jacket.
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 07:42 AM
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Originally Posted by frenchbiker
Me too. Bought mine for $250 10 years ago and it's a high quality jacket.
My vest and chaps are Unik as well. Excellent quality stuff for a very fair price imo
 
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Old Nov 27, 2009 | 08:07 AM
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The woes of getting a jacket that fits....
Try having *****, monkey arms, and a long waist, and then expecting it to flatter your figure!
 
Old Nov 27, 2009 | 08:13 AM
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Originally Posted by schumacher
My vest and chaps are Unik as well. Excellent quality stuff for a very fair price imo
I also have Unik leather pants but I don't wear them too often. They're great quality too, but a little bit too much "Village People" for my taste. LOL
 



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