Textile / Mesh jacket
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Texas
For those wearing a textile jacket, what are wearing and how do you like it? I was thinking of getting a leather vest, but am starting to think that a textile jacket might be cooler and offer more protection. Never owned one, so not sure what brand is a good one. Want something simple and not flashy. Black with no graphics or big name brands.
Thanks!
Thanks!
My only complaint about it would be if you forget to fasten the velcro wrist straps you can catch your grip in your sleeve.
Tourer
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 298
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From: Homewood, IL
Have the jacket and pants, with the removable wind/water proof liners they are nice for the 40 deg mornings and 80 deg afternoons. I've taken them into some rather sever rain and came out dry (other than gloves and boots).
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Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Maine
I have a TourMaster Draft Air jacket. It has CE approved armor in the shoulders and elbows, with a backpad, and I have a water/windproof liner, and an insulated liner. It's very comfortable in the summer with the liners removed, but unlike a vest I still get shoulder and elbow protection if there is a crash. With the liners I can ride year round.
I got mine at: http://motogearoutlet.com/jacket/mesh/jacket_mesh.htm
There are plenty of other options in mesh jackets, I just got a good deal on that one. I think a mesh jacket with armor is a great way to go, especially for summer riding to maintain a good balance of comfort v. safety.
I got mine at: http://motogearoutlet.com/jacket/mesh/jacket_mesh.htm
There are plenty of other options in mesh jackets, I just got a good deal on that one. I think a mesh jacket with armor is a great way to go, especially for summer riding to maintain a good balance of comfort v. safety.
Club Member
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: DUNDALK,MARYLAND
I like Joe Rocket Mesh and HD Mesh jacket has done a good job. I wear the HD GORE-TEX jean jacket with light armor the most. It has vents built in and can zip up as it gets cool. But it not waterproof. HD FXRG has vents and is good jacket if it's not real hot out.
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Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Twin Cities, MN
I'm a bigger guy and love the fit and function of the Olympia Airglide 3 Mesh Tech Jacket. (I actually have the Airglide 2 jacket for 3 seasons). Mesh outer shell with a warm, waterproof liner. Have used it in the rain very successfully. It also comes in many color combinations, even though mine is black with grey accents. Great reflective pipeing also. http://www.olympiamotosports.com/airglide/airglide.htm
I have totally ditched the leather for this jacket. Maybe for good.
I have totally ditched the leather for this jacket. Maybe for good.
Novice
Joined: Apr 2010
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When out in the sun, you will actually stay cooler in long sleeves, than you would in a leather vest. To further that, because a mesh jacket breathes so well, even in city riding, very rarely will you be uncomfortable.
Having said that, pretty much any mesh jacket with armor will do you proud; you just need to find one that fits.
Having said that, pretty much any mesh jacket with armor will do you proud; you just need to find one that fits.
Club Member
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Northwest of Los Angeles
This might be an appropriate place to mention that I have one of Harley's original FXRG mesh jackets for sale in the Classified section. Great jacket bought used in as-new condition, it was too good of a deal to pass up. I just never got around to wearing it. PM me if interested.
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