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- First reviewJuly 28, 2010
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Nicholas C.'s Reviews
Airhawk Seat Pad The last mile feels like the first, thanks to AIRHAWK's exclusive Shape Fitting Technology. This patented system eliminates painful points and promotes consistent blood flow for a longer, more comfortable ride. Memory foam can't do it. Gel seat can't do it. Only a genuine AIRHAWK can do it. And it's fully customizable and portable - use it on any bike for any rider. The neoprene AIRHAWK's stretchy material has a much more substantial and luxurious feel, especially at the end of a long day in the saddle. Features The proof is in the ROHO DRY FLOATATION technology, which has effectiviely assisted in the healing and prevention of pressire sores in wheelchair and long-term care patients for over 30 years Inner bladder is made of neoprene The air-filled Airhawk cushio n custom fits your shape and redistributes pressure that causes numbness and discomfort when you ride In addition, your motorcycle cushion will reduce vibration and assist in absorbing shock 2-year manufacturer's warranty on cover Great for 200-1000 mile days Available in 3 sizes Small - 18 Deep x 12 Wide Sport Touring Dual Sport Standards Non-Touring-Harleys Medium - 14 Deep x 14 Wide Big Cruisers Sport Touring Standards Non-Touring-Harleys Harleys Large - 18 Deep x 14.5 Wide Big Cruisers Large Touring
Overall rating
Great way to improve your seat
PostedSeptember 4, 2012
Bang for the Buck
4
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5
Ease of Install
5
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5
Performance
4
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5
Finish
4
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5
Durability
3
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5
I'm on an F800GS. The stock seat is pretty terrible for long distances, so I've been looking for a solution for a while. There are several manufacturers who make replacement seats, but they're all in the $500 range and seem to be a compromise between off road performance or comfort. I don't mind the stock seat off road, so I figured the Airhawk would be a cheap way to get the long distance performance I'd like.
It does just what it says - it increases the distance you can ride in comfort. A weekend of riding used to result in some serious discomfort, but I've found that the Airhawk remedies that easily, and at a perfectly reasonable price.
However, I do find that while it spreads the pressure more evenly, it does so at a cost. This model does not have the voids in the middle (the "R" version does), so men might end up with some extra pressure on your prostate, etc. I found that this required occasional shifting while doing highway miles in order to avoid numbness in that area. It makes for an imperfect product, thus the 4-star rating. I'm considering swapping out to the R version to see if that eliminates this problem but retains the comfort, but I don't like the increase in width for my seat. A "small" size with the voids in he middle would be perfect.
Due to this I couldn't rate it as a 5-star product, but it definitely provides a lot of comfort at a fair price. I have some concerns about durability as I could see punctures might occur, but they conveniently include a number of patches.
Some have complained about the straps used to attach it to the bike, saying they're flimsy. I really haven't seen that as a problem. I made them snug and haven't had an issue with falling off or breaking straps, and I tend to hit my foot on the seat when I'm getting on/off of my bike when it's fully loaded.
Does it look a little weird? Yes. But I'll take a little weird, add a lot of comfort, and save the $400 for gas.
Rides: 2010 BMW F800GS
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Designed for the adventure touring and dual sport market, the Shoei Hornet DS Helmet can be used in three configurations with visor and shield, with just shield, or with just visor A wide, 3-dimensionally curved shield completely seals against the eyeport beading Lightweight, Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus (AIM+) shell Visor includes a front air intake to channel air into top of helmet Shutter behind nose cover directs air flow to clear shield fogging Fully removable 3-D interior, with 5-layer cheekpads that are channeled for eyeglasses Breath guard and chin curtain included DOT and Snell 2005 Approved Helmet Weight 3 lbs. 6-3/8 oz. (1549g) This weight is +/- 50g, different shell sizes may be heavier / lighter. ( View Motorcycle Helmet Weights ) Note Due to manufacturer restrictions, Shoei products can only be shipped to addresses within the United States
Overall rating
Pretty great helmet, with some flaws
PostedMay 14, 2012
Bang for the Buck
4
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5
Style
4
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5
Comfort
4
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5
Protection & Durability
4
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5
Air Flow
4
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5
Features
3
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5
Fit
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Large
Noise Level
Quiet
Loud
Weight
Light
Heavy
Shape
Narrow
Round
Vision
Narrow
Wide
I do really like this helmet, it's a good weight and the padding really makes it feel secure. I do recommend it, but I have a couple items which I feel could be improved greatly.
The visor. It isn't really that useful. It's adjustable about half an inch, but it should really pull forward more, to act like the brim of a baseball hat to keep the sun out of your eyes. I find that it just barely peeks over the viewport, so it's not very effective. If it pulled forward another half inch, that would be perfect, and you could slide it back when you don't need it. As it is, I'm considering removing the visor as it doesn't really serve a purpose (other than to make me look more ADV).
The channel for glasses. I wear various glasses when riding, and find that the channel that they put in the padding to allow clearance for glasses isn't really correct. Right behind the ears it closes up in a way that hooks the end of glasses to make it so they don't sit down on your ears properly. I've tried a couple methods of sliding my glasses in there (with three different pairs of glasses) and it always ends up lifting up off my ear. Sort of annoying, though perhaps not a huge problem unless you're wearing the form-fitting type sunglasses I have where they keep out dust/dirt when they're up against your face. Pop them over your ear and it just doesn't work.
These issues aren't a big deal in a budget helmet, but at this price point I would expect these items to have been considered.
Rides: 2010 BMW F800GS
Yes, I recommend this product.
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REV'IT! Phantom GTX Gloves For maximum inclement weather protection, the full leather REVIT PHANTOM GTX gloves are equipped with the dual-comp palm slider, derived from the award winning Jerez glove, and a hard-shell knuckle, stylishly covered in leather. When the weather gets rough, youll be glad you have the GORE-TEX X-trafit membrane keeping you dry, connected, and en route to your destination. The REV'IT! Phantom GTX is our choice for spring, fall and summer riding when you are unsure what the weather will bring. REV'IT! PROTECTION FEATURES Outer shell goatskin with WR finish, suede leather with WR finish, sure grip, hypalon Lining GORE-TEX Push-Pull tri-fleece liner Waterproofing GORE-TEX X-trafit Breathability GORE-TEX X-trafit Composition outer shell 100 leather lining 78 polyester, 15 polyamide, 7 polyurethane membrane 100 Gore-Tex membrane (ePTFE) Protection leather hard-shell knuckle, PU injected finger knuckles, TPU hard-shell little finger protector, Dual-comp palm slider, EVA foam at little finger and thumb Visibility laminated reflection at backhand and cuff, reflection at fingers ERGONOMIC FEATURES Fit tour fit Adjustability adjustment strap at wrist, adjustment tab at cuff Features stretch lips at fingers and backhand, sure grip patches, elastic at wrist, visor wiper, regular cuff
Overall rating
Great Gloves
PostedApril 13, 2011
Bang for the Buck
4
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5
Style
5
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5
Comfort
4
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5
Protection & Durability
5
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5
Air Flow
3
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5
Features
4
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5
I really like these gloves. They fit really well, have a lot of good protection features, and look cool without making you feel like you've just come off the set of Mad Max. They keep your hands warm enough - tested in the 40s without my heated grips on (though with BarkBusters to deflect the wind) and they were fine at highway speeds. I have yet to see how they'll handle in the summer, but I wore them around in my car while driving with the heat cranked and they seemed to do about as well as expected for a full leather glove. I plan on keeping some mesh gloves around for the 85+ days in the sun.
There are compromises, however. The slider pad on the heel of the palms causes my wrists to cock just a bit, as it hits the grips. It's not too bad, but it's enough that I notice it. I'm coming from various pairs of gloves that never had this, though, so this might be typical for that type of protection.
Also, while the level of workmanship is really high, and they feel like excellent gloves, I still find it hard to believe I spent as much on my gloves as I did on my pants. But heck... if they stand up to some abuse (and they seem like they will), I guess it's a worthwhile trade off. I've generally tried to stay under $70 for gloves in the past, and I can tell you that they generally last two seasons, max. These fit much better, and feel nicer in general, but let's hope they last longer!
The only thing I can't comment on is the level of waterproofing. No rainy rides yet, but all the Gore Tex products I've used in the past have been excellent so there's no reason for me to doubt it.
Rides: 2010 BMW F800GS
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Sidi Adventure Rain Boots The ultimate Adventure boot combines Sidis best touring and off road features into an effective adventure boot design Sole Soft lugged sole for maximum grip. Composite inner sole. Protection Rigid, shock resistant, anatomically shaped heel for maximum protection. Malleolus external guard to enhance protection of those tender small foot bones. Split grain leather inner anti-wear/heat panel. Fit Function Membrane equipped to add a water resistant yet breathable barrier between the elements and the rider's feet. Single Flex System upper. Exclusive cam-lock buckle system. Replaceable strap / buckle system. Removable arch support. Top grain leather and Lorica construction. Slim, cool non-bootie design. Cambrelle lining
Overall rating
Good Adventure Riding Boot
PostedMarch 21, 2011
I've had these boots since last year, and I really like them. They're good whether you're just cruising around or standing on the pegs in the dirty stuff. I've gone down with them on, and they seemed to do a sufficient job of protecting my foot/leg from my 450lb bike. If you're doing more aggressive dirt (things that maybe you shouldn't be taking that GS on) you should really look at something like the Crossfire for more protection.
Pros Comfortable, Fashionable, Rugged
Cons Noisy
Yes, I recommend this product.
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REV'IT! Sand Jacket The Sand Jacket is an excellent option for all-weather riding, it is extremely versatile, helping riders deal with whatever comes their way. The Sand Jacket features a unique zipper on its removable waterproof membrane, which completely blocks out water. It also has increased numbers of ventilation zippers (including 2-way zippers for ventilation at the arms), a PU coating to prevent soaking, and a multitude of storage options. PROTECTION FEATURES Outer shell PWRshell 500D, PWRshell 750D, PWRwax 1200D, Lorica Insulation detachable thermal liner Waterproofing detachable hydratex 3L (5000mm H2O) Breathability detachable hydratex 3L (7000g/m2/24hrs) Composition outer shell 100 polyamide lining 100 polyester thermal liner 100 polyamide (insulation 100polyester) membrane 100 polyurethane (tricot 100 polyamide) Protection Prolife CE protection at shoulders and elbows, ERGONOMIC FEATURES Fit tour fit, regular Adjustability UTA tab at cuffs, flexisnap, double adjustment straps at waist, adjustment strap at upper arms, adjustment tab at under arms, adjustment drawcord at hips Ventilation VCS I zippers at back and under arms, VCS I panels at the chest Features collar hook, stretch lips at elbows, long connection zipper and double short connection zipper Pockets stash pockets,
Overall rating
Excellent Jacket
PostedJuly 28, 2010
This is my first armored jacket (previously I just wore regular leather jackets), and I don't regret the decision to move to armor. It's not very noticeable, even with the SAS-TEC back protector (bought separate and cut to size). Seems like it will be pretty effective.
I think the sizing and quality is better than other jackets at this price point. I also tried on the Rainier (the arms were cut funny, so I had a hard time reaching the bars without effort) and XMoto (nice jacket, seems a little cheaply made and the armor worried me). I measure 41" chest, 36" waist, and I'm about 175lbs @ 5'11" - the large fits me well, though I have to cinch down all the sizing straps when I have the liners out.
Not as cool in the hot weather as I'd like, though I've worn it in 100 degree weather with a beating sun and I was fine as long as I kept moving. The vents work better than similar vents in my leather jackets, and I'd guess about as well as you're going to get without going full mesh. XMoto looks like it might have this jacket beat in that department, but don't be fooled - you're going to be hot just the same, so you might as well have the better protection RevIt has to offer.
I think the sizing and quality is better than other jackets at this price point. I also tried on the Rainier (the arms were cut funny, so I had a hard time reaching the bars without effort) and XMoto (nice jacket, seems a little cheaply made and the armor worried me). I measure 41" chest, 36" waist, and I'm about 175lbs @ 5'11" - the large fits me well, though I have to cinch down all the sizing straps when I have the liners out.
Not as cool in the hot weather as I'd like, though I've worn it in 100 degree weather with a beating sun and I was fine as long as I kept moving. The vents work better than similar vents in my leather jackets, and I'd guess about as well as you're going to get without going full mesh. XMoto looks like it might have this jacket beat in that department, but don't be fooled - you're going to be hot just the same, so you might as well have the better protection RevIt has to offer.
Pros Great Value, Rugged, Fashionable, Comfortable
Yes, I recommend this product.
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REV'IT! Sand Pants The SAND Pants offer 4-season, year round comfort and protection from both pavement and the elements. The SAND Pants offer a double PWR/shell seat and PWR/wax coating on the inside of the legs, for a better grip on the bike. The legs are also versatile thin enough to wear inside the boot, but wide enough to wear over it. Watercatchers prevent water from creeping up into the leg, and a detachable thermal lining and removable 3-layer membrane round out the total comfort of the SAND trousers. The Sand Pants will zip with any current model men's REV'IT Jacket PROTECTION FEATURES Outer shell PWRshell 500D, PWRshell 750D, PWRwax 1200D Insulation detachable thermal liner Waterproofing detachable hydratex 3L (5000mm H2O) Breathability detachable hydratex 3L (7000g/m2/24hrs) Composition outer shell 100 polyamide lining 100 polyester thermal liner 100 polyamide (insulation 100 polyester) membrane 100 polyurethane (tricot 100 polyamide) Protection Prolife CE protection at knees, fully perforated EVA foam at hips, double textile seat Visibility laminated reflection at upper legs ERGONOMIC FEATURES Fit tour fit, regular Adjustability adjustment straps at waist, adjustment tab at ankles Ventilation VCS I zippers at upper legs Features stretch lips at back and knees, short and long connection zipper, adjustable protector pockets, calf zippers Pockets stash pockets, slit pockets
Overall rating
Quite Functional
PostedJuly 28, 2010
This is my first pair of motorcycle pants, so take this with a grain of salt...
Note that "true to size" means that I went by the sizing chart on the website. I measured a 36" waist, 37" hips, 28" inseam, and the size Large (short) pants fit pretty perfectly once the waist straps are tightened a bit.
These pants are a little warm for the summer, but riding in up to 90 degree temps with little humidity is not a problem as long as you're not stopped with the sun beating down on you. The venting works fine for the small size it is, but it's not doing you any amazing favors. I'm willing to suck it up and take a little sweating for the protection.
Note that "true to size" means that I went by the sizing chart on the website. I measured a 36" waist, 37" hips, 28" inseam, and the size Large (short) pants fit pretty perfectly once the waist straps are tightened a bit.
These pants are a little warm for the summer, but riding in up to 90 degree temps with little humidity is not a problem as long as you're not stopped with the sun beating down on you. The venting works fine for the small size it is, but it's not doing you any amazing favors. I'm willing to suck it up and take a little sweating for the protection.
Pros Fits Well, Comfortable
Cons Not a Lot of Venting
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Airhawk R Seat Pad The last mile feels like the first, thanks to AIRHAWK's exclusive Shape Fitting Technology. This patented system eliminates painful points and promotes consistent blood flow for a longer, more comfortable ride. Memory foam can't do it. Gel seat can't do it. Only a genuine Airhawk R Seat cushion can do it. The neoprene AIRHAWK's stretchy material has a much more substantial and luxurious feel, especially at the end of a long day in the saddle. Features Center cutout area runs from front to back of cushion Re-designed cell geometry improves airflow under the rider no hot seat Back cutaway allows for a tail bone relief area with a tapered transition for increased comfort Cushion comes standard with cover, attachment loops, and cruiser straps. Cushion Material Neoprene rubber Cover Material Stretch polyester material top cover. Side panels are 3-layer knit polyester providing air circulation. Fluid-proof, non-skid base is easy to clean and durable. Dimensions 15.25 Wide x 14 Deep x 2 Tall (39.5 cm x 35.5 cm x 5 cm) 3 year limited warranty
Q on a custom seat.
Is there a way to upholster it under leather for a custom seat.
I wouldn't recommend it as I think the leather would reduce the ability of the air to shift around. Perhaps if you used really supply leather, it might work out, but you have to consider that you need to keep access to the air valve (different temperatures and elevations require the air amount to change a bit), and if you get a puncture somehow it would be nice to be able to get in there to patch it. Overall, probably too much of a hassle.
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Airhawk R Seat Pad The last mile feels like the first, thanks to AIRHAWK's exclusive Shape Fitting Technology. This patented system eliminates painful points and promotes consistent blood flow for a longer, more comfortable ride. Memory foam can't do it. Gel seat can't do it. Only a genuine Airhawk R Seat cushion can do it. The neoprene AIRHAWK's stretchy material has a much more substantial and luxurious feel, especially at the end of a long day in the saddle. Features Center cutout area runs from front to back of cushion Re-designed cell geometry improves airflow under the rider no hot seat Back cutaway allows for a tail bone relief area with a tapered transition for increased comfort Cushion comes standard with cover, attachment loops, and cruiser straps. Cushion Material Neoprene rubber Cover Material Stretch polyester material top cover. Side panels are 3-layer knit polyester providing air circulation. Fluid-proof, non-skid base is easy to clean and durable. Dimensions 15.25 Wide x 14 Deep x 2 Tall (39.5 cm x 35.5 cm x 5 cm) 3 year limited warranty
Which model/size for a BMW G650GS?
What model should I pick for the BMW G650GS?
Is the Airhawk R for that seet shape?
Is the Airhawk R for that seet shape?
I have an F800GS which is a bit bigger seat. I picked the S size, and it fits the seat nicely. I think the R is a bit too wide, but it does have the channel in the middle which seems like a good feature. I think it'll look a bit weird as it's so much wider than the seat, but it might be worth it for the channel. I wouldn't worry about losing functionality due to the added width, that'll just hang over and not be much of an issue.
8 months ago
REV'IT! Sand Pants The SAND Pants offer 4-season, year round comfort and protection from both pavement and the elements. The SAND Pants offer a double PWR/shell seat and PWR/wax coating on the inside of the legs, for a better grip on the bike. The legs are also versatile thin enough to wear inside the boot, but wide enough to wear over it. Watercatchers prevent water from creeping up into the leg, and a detachable thermal lining and removable 3-layer membrane round out the total comfort of the SAND trousers. The Sand Pants will zip with any current model men's REV'IT Jacket PROTECTION FEATURES Outer shell PWRshell 500D, PWRshell 750D, PWRwax 1200D Insulation detachable thermal liner Waterproofing detachable hydratex 3L (5000mm H2O) Breathability detachable hydratex 3L (7000g/m2/24hrs) Composition outer shell 100 polyamide lining 100 polyester thermal liner 100 polyamide (insulation 100 polyester) membrane 100 polyurethane (tricot 100 polyamide) Protection Prolife CE protection at knees, fully perforated EVA foam at hips, double textile seat Visibility laminated reflection at upper legs ERGONOMIC FEATURES Fit tour fit, regular Adjustability adjustment straps at waist, adjustment tab at ankles Ventilation VCS I zippers at upper legs Features stretch lips at back and knees, short and long connection zipper, adjustable protector pockets, calf zippers Pockets stash pockets, slit pockets
on the sand pants, is there a separate liner for waterproof or should they be waterproof on there own?
There is a separate waterproof liner. I've worn them both with and without the liner, and it adds negligible bulk. I haven't worn them in the summer with the liner in so I can't say how well they breathe, but the material is nice enough that I wouldn't expect you to get too swampy. Same for the jacket, by the way. And I really like both.
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