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Old Sep 29, 2005 | 09:09 PM
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anyone have suggestions on some good rain gear. im here in washington state and the monsoon has arrived. snow seal on the leathers just doesnt cut it anymore!
 
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Old Sep 29, 2005 | 09:59 PM
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I have the "Overpass" rainsuit from Harley. It has kept me dry in some real monsoons.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2005 | 10:24 PM
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I have a Harley rainsuit, gators and water proof gloves. This equipment has served me well for the last 7 years. The suit is two piece, it packs small, and I have it in the bike at all times. I don't mind riding in the rain too much as long as I'm dry, and this will keep you dry.

If you live where it rains, or if you cause it to rain everytime you ride, don't skimp on rain gear. Get the very best you can find.

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Old Sep 30, 2005 | 01:46 AM
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Last year my wife picked up a rain suit for me at "Dicks Sproting Goods" - a local store that I'm not sure is nation wide. It's not perfect, on long wet rides, the water got past the flap and through the leak-proof zipper. I think it was designed for fishing as they have no motorcycle stuff. Don't want the wife finding out that her gift wasn't anything less than perfect, after all, she did buy me the Bike and least I remind you, she is a wife (sensitive topic). Guess I'll have to wear out this suit before getting something more dependable so I'll keep my eyes on your post for tips - good post.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2005 | 06:53 AM
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rain gear and sportys are a problelm......if it rained the gear was great, if it stopped it cooked my but, i didnt like saddle bags so i just ride with out the gear.
 
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