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Old Feb 27, 2011 | 06:56 AM
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Ok, so not a softail question, but... I'm looking to get rid of my ratty old leather jacket, and not really sure what to get. My hd stealer doesn't have much in stock so I'm having some problems. I'm looking for either mesh or leather, but I'm liking the mesh idea more and more. I need something half warm as I live north of the border, and waterproof would be nice too (not spending the money for the fxrg). You guys have any suggestions?
 
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 07:08 AM
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I went with this jacket one of my local dealers had it in stock. You can also get it online. It has a zip out lining.

http://www.harley-davidson.com/mcm/m...bmLocale=en_US

It says you can buy it online but not sure why it forces you to select a local dealer.
 
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 07:25 AM
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I have 2 Harley leather jackets, one lightwieght and the other with a zipout hoodie they fit very well and not so stiff you can't wear it when new. They are pricey but very good quality
 
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 07:52 AM
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I got the HD aeration jacket from a member on here and love it. Also had the fxrg but it is pricey as is all HD stuff. You can find them on ebay in the $100 to $150 price range. Link below with a pic.


http://shop.lvhd.com/products/produc...productID=2817
 
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 08:01 AM
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I like the harley jackets..just dont want the logo all over the thing. Check out Firstgear..they make a quality jacket, I've had a Ranger leather for almost 14 years now and I wouldnt part with it.
 
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 08:50 AM
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Just got one of these. Very happy with it. Zip out liner is nice. Probably good year round where you live. Down here the summers get 100+ and it is not a light weight mesh jacket. Probably work good in a short rain storm.

http://www.leatherup.com/p/Mens-Moto...ket/54111.html
 
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 09:03 AM
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I got a jacket from letaherup for $90. It is really nice and heavy. Great quality too.
http://www.leatherup.com/p/Mens-Moto...ket/50101.html

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Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:16 PM
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That's great guys, I was really planning on buying harley, but the leatherup prices are just to good, think I might have to go with them. Kumaride, how is the mesh holding up? Do you think it will last?
 
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Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:39 PM
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I just picked up the Harley Freedom Rider jacket. Heavy, classic style and excellent quality - and made in the USA according to the tag.

To the OP, what size you wear? I have a couple HD Areation jackets to sell cheap. Perforated leather, comfortable but good protection. Just not my size anymore.
 



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