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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 08:00 PM
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Why would anyone wear one of these????

http://www.motormedley.com/Product_Category.aspx?c=36
 
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 08:06 PM
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If you've ridden in the some of the neighborshood that I have... it might not seem like such a bad idea LOL

Rubber side down!
 
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 08:06 PM
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Must be riding in some rough areas. Why else would you need a vest like that.
 
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It would protect your torso in any type of accident. Motocross racers wear something similar all the time.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 08:31 PM
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when i rode sport bikes i seen some guys with them. dont know why?
 
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 08:37 PM
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looks like a novelty item, only mentions it is made of leather.
 
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cause its considered cool by some. Like shoulder holsters without the gun. Oh one more thing...Its GAY. (comeback from another thread)
 
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Some neighborhoods not far from here be part of your standard riding gear!!!
 
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But if I wear one of those would I look like Dog the bounty hunter?
 
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