Which Mesh Jacket ?
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Joined: Nov 2005
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From: Concord, CA
RE: Which Mesh Jacket ?
Lots of good ones.
I have an HD branded one I got for $80 then put armor in myself.
Just make sure you can add armor if it doesn't have it already. Not much padding in mesh compared to leather.
Don't buy black like I did. Silver or some other light color would be better.
I have an HD branded one I got for $80 then put armor in myself.
Just make sure you can add armor if it doesn't have it already. Not much padding in mesh compared to leather.
Don't buy black like I did. Silver or some other light color would be better.
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From: St George, UT
RE: Which Mesh Jacket ?
I have the HD mesh jacket too, and I like it for keeping the direct sun off me. But on an Ultra, with all of its wind protection, not enough air gets to circulate to keep me real cool. It needs to fit real well to be effective. Moving around a little and raising my arms occasionally allows air to cool me down.
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: North Jersey
RE: Which Mesh Jacket ?
I bought a Joe Rocket Phoenix for $80. Love it! Real comfy in the heat and the armor doesn't feel like boiler plate. Ordered it on line at. www.motoxoutlet.com.
Road Master
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From: Las Vegas, NV
RE: Which Mesh Jacket ?
I have the HD mesh jacket ... when its chilly, I leave the liners on and it works well. When it starts to warm up, I take out the liners and now have the mesh (with body armor).
Nice jacket!
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Nice jacket!
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Road Captain
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From: Albuquerque, NM
RE: Which Mesh Jacket ?
I have a Tour Master Intake in black.
http://www.tourmaster.com/xcart/prod...uctid=43&cat=3
Works well in all weather so far.
http://www.tourmaster.com/xcart/prod...uctid=43&cat=3
Works well in all weather so far.
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Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Texas
RE: Which Mesh Jacket ?
I vote for the HD Switchback as well. Very versatile and comfortable as long as you are moving, however sitting still is another matter in 90 degree plus temperatures and 90 percent humidity down here in the Gulf Coast.
