rain suit recommendations
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 9,335
Likes: 13
From: MA
There are about 5 new rain suit threads a week. If you do a search you will get all the info you need. And more.
MODERATOR
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 4,108
Likes: 1,964
From: New England
I ended up with the TourMaster Sentinel suit (pants have the heat resistant panels on the inside of each leg).
If possible, try on any brand as many do not fit well in the seated position...noting worse then pants that come up to mid-calves.
If possible, try on any brand as many do not fit well in the seated position...noting worse then pants that come up to mid-calves.
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 381
Likes: 1
From: East Coast
Depends upon what you want it for. I had a set that was very good at keeping the rain out but took up almost a whole saddle bag by itself. Last year bought the HD Canal Street set for me and the woman's Jettison for the wife. They pack into the hood so take so little room you can leave them on the bike all the time. Price was reasonable too. I don't commute on the bike and only use it for pleasure riding so really only need them if we're caught in the rain while on a day trip or an overnighter. These sets have heatshields in the legs. If you're the type that takes the bike rain or shine and live in an area that gets lots of wet stuff, you might want something a bit more robust.
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 1,847
Likes: 6
From: FT Bragg NC
I've got this one, and like it. HD men's Overpass II
http://www.harley-davidson.com/mcm/m...bmLocale=en_US
http://www.harley-davidson.com/mcm/m...bmLocale=en_US
Trending Topics
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,380
Likes: 14
From: Atlanta
I have the HD Overpass, and it's waterproof. But also very hot in the summer because, like most of the $150 or less suits, it doesn't breathe.
For a whole lot more money, you can get a Gore-Tex (or equivalent) suit that will keep you dry and allow your perspiration to get out. I have a few different brands, but my "go-to" suit is an Olympia AST jacket and overpants by FirstGear. You'll spend much more money on a high quality outfit, but when you're on tour during a rainy week you will be very glad that you made the investment.
The difference between a $150 suit and one that cost three times as much is that the more expensive outfit allows you to ride all day regardless of the weather, whereas the lower cost suit will only keep you dry until you reach shelter. I've spent many a day up on the Blue Ridge Parkway where it rained or drizzled pretty much the whole day. My trip was not ruined because of the rain, rather it opened up a whole new world.
For a whole lot more money, you can get a Gore-Tex (or equivalent) suit that will keep you dry and allow your perspiration to get out. I have a few different brands, but my "go-to" suit is an Olympia AST jacket and overpants by FirstGear. You'll spend much more money on a high quality outfit, but when you're on tour during a rainy week you will be very glad that you made the investment.
The difference between a $150 suit and one that cost three times as much is that the more expensive outfit allows you to ride all day regardless of the weather, whereas the lower cost suit will only keep you dry until you reach shelter. I've spent many a day up on the Blue Ridge Parkway where it rained or drizzled pretty much the whole day. My trip was not ruined because of the rain, rather it opened up a whole new world.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
I on the other hand appreciate you starting this thread. I haven't thought about rain latly and did not know about the pricer rain suit mentioned above. Something new tho think about.
Thanks,
Ken
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 10,449
Likes: 46
From: Roswell, GA
Having just completed a 580 mile ride back from the beach wearing the HD Gore-Tex rain pants the entire way in high 80's low 90's temps, I can second PastorJohn's endorsement of these suits. The forecasts on my route were for localized heavy rains so I put the pants on before starting out that a.m. I largely missed the rain (except for a gully washer in Gaffney SC) and was very comfortable. The pants did their job in the heavy rain I did encounter. I didn't use the rain jacket since I don't mind getting my mesh/armor jacket wet for brief intervals since it dries out so quickly at the interstate speeds I was riding. I have used the jacket and it too is very comfortable rain or shine and does the job.
List price for the jacket and pants was north of $400, but I paid 1/2 that catching one of my dealer's excellent sales. Like many here, I don't go out for a casual ride in the rain, but it's very reassuring to have excellent rain gear on the bike during the 5 or 6 lengthy trips I seem to make each year, and for use if I get caught in heavy rain on an extended day ride.
Good luck with your selection.
Carl
List price for the jacket and pants was north of $400, but I paid 1/2 that catching one of my dealer's excellent sales. Like many here, I don't go out for a casual ride in the rain, but it's very reassuring to have excellent rain gear on the bike during the 5 or 6 lengthy trips I seem to make each year, and for use if I get caught in heavy rain on an extended day ride.
Good luck with your selection.
Carl