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- First reviewJuly 18, 2011
- Last reviewApril 29, 2013
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Yadba's Reviews
Pro Grip 714 Dual Sport Grips Special GEL compound for maximum vibration absorption Extremely comfortable for street, dirt or dual sport riding Black only
Overall rating
Great upgrade from stock grips, especially for the price.
PostedApril 29, 2013
Bang for the Buck
5
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5
Ease of Install
5
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5
Performance
5
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5
Finish
5
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5
Durability
5
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5
Put new ProTaper handlebars on my DR-Z400S, so figured I might as well replaced the grips while I was at it. I never liked the stock grips anyway.
These are a huge improvement.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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MSR D3O Hip Pad D3O Hip pads are compatible with all MSR Pants. D3O intelligent shock absorption is a patented shock absorbing material engineered with intelligent molecules. D3O is a rate-sensitive material. Meaning when moved slowly the molecules flow freely, making it soft and flexible. At high speeds (Like an impact) the molecules lock together making the material an excellent shock absorber. The whole process is repeatable occurs instantly and returns to its original state as soon as the impact is over.
Overall rating
Great upgrade from standard foam hip pads
PostedFebruary 4, 2013
Bang for the Buck
5
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5
Style
5
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5
Comfort
5
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5
Protection & Durability
5
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5
Air Flow
5
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5
Features
5
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5
I have four pairs of riding pants for different situations: MotoBoss AirSpeed4 mesh for street; Answer Syncron and Fox 180 for off-road; Klim Dakar for dual-sporting. Note that none are the MSR brand that these pads are said to be compatible with.
However, these pads work great with all of them, whether they attach with Velcro or slip into a pocket.
I never thought the thin foam pads that came with all of the different pants offered much in the way of actual protection.
These, however, look like they actually might prevent some injury.
And the price was too good to pass up!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Progrip 717 GP Duo Density Grips Firm on the inside and gel on the outside make the 717 one of the most comfortable street grips Proprietary GONT compound in 2 densities, one for extra grip on the bars to minimize movement and the outside layer to provide maximum comfort and vibration absorbtion
Overall rating
Don't appear to reduce vibration much
PostedMay 9, 2012
Bang for the Buck
3
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5
Ease of Install
3
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5
Performance
2
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5
Finish
5
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5
Durability
3
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Replaced my stock grips in hopes of reducing vibration transmitted to my hands.
My '09 Versys vibrates quite a bit at freeway speeds, and I haven't broken down and purchased MotoWerk's $127 anti-vibration handlebar risers yet (think I'll put them on my birthday wishlist this summer).
This was certainly a cheaper way to try to reduce the vibes. If only it had worked.
I like the "feel" of these better than the stock grips, though, so it's not a total loss.
Rides: 2009 Kawasaki KLE650 Versys
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Roland Sands Design CE Armor - Elbow Features Nitrex Evo patented technology gives protection evenly across surface Repeat performance for multiple impacts Lightweight and flexible Grid pattern reduces weight Fits all RSD jackets with armor ready pockets CE rated 1621-11997 Sold as a pair 7.5 inches wide by 9.5 inches tall and .5 inches thick One size
Overall rating
So much better than the original pads
PostedMay 9, 2012
Bang for the Buck
5
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5
Style
5
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5
Comfort
5
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5
Protection & Durability
5
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5
Air Flow
5
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5
Features
5
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5
Even though these are listed as "elbow pads," they happen to be the same size and shape as the knee pads that came in my MotoBoss AirSpeed4 mesh riding pants.
The original pads were thin foam that didn't offer much protection even when they were brand new. Once they started compressing and tearing, I started looking for a replacement.
These were perfect.
Cooler: these allow airflow and the originals did not.
Tougher: much better protection against injury.
Flexible.
I'd say they're worth every penny, but that would be an understatement.
Rides: 2009 Kawasaki KLE650 Versys
Yes, I recommend this product.
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The same great qualities as the Base Layer Short in full length for cooler temperatures Reactive moisture transport system keeps the body cooler and dryer than cotton Comfortable elastic waist Made with stretch lycra for greater mobility in the fabric for stretch and fabric recovery Compression garment that will hold your muscles in place longer and reduce body fatigue. Less chance for pulled and sore muscle tissue Fabric is spun with wicking and antibacterial treatments
Overall rating
Ankles a bit baggy, but otherwise fit great
PostedOctober 17, 2011
Bang for the Buck
4
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5
Style
4
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5
Comfort
5
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5
Protection & Durability
4
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5
Air Flow
4
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5
Features
4
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5
I tried another brand of base layer pants first, but they were a bit baggy in the ankles, knees, and seat. Exchange them for this pair, which fit almost perfect. Ankles are still a *bit* loose, but not a deal breaker.
I got size large both times. I am 6'3", about 220 pounds, with a 34" waist and 34" inseam.
Very comfortable. Looking forward to seeing if they help me feel cooler next summer. By the time I exchanged the original pair, the hottest weather here had passed.
They still feel good under my mesh riding pants, though.
Rides: 2009 Kawasaki KLE650 Versys
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Klim D3O Viper T5 Pro Back Protector Replacement CE Level 2 D30 Back Pad for Klim Jackets. D3O's Viper back protector benefits from Airwave Technology and is extremely flexible, low profile and lightweight, whilst offering incredible protection. Measures 17 Tall by 11 at widest point.
Overall rating
*So* much better than the thin piece of foam that came with my jacket!
PostedSeptember 26, 2011
Bang for the Buck
5
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5
Style
5
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5
Comfort
3
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5
Protection & Durability
5
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5
Air Flow
5
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5
Features
5
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5
I wear a Fieldsheer High Flow II mesh jacket, which came with a 3/8" thick piece of foam as it's back protection. Better than nothing, but I have been looking for an upgrade ever since I got the jacket. And, on hot days, it blocked a large area of my back from ventilation.
This looked like it would fit (shape-wise), and the stated measurements sounded about right, so I gave it a try.
It fit the pocket of my jacket almost perfectly. It's quite a bit heavier than the foam was, but feels as if it would protect my back 10 times better than the foam would have.
Well worth $40.
Now if I could only find something similar for the knees of my mesh riding pants...
Rides: 2009 Kawasaki KLE650 Versys
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Designed for the street without giving up the benefits of a racing helmet. Completely new helmet based on Corsair V shell Same wider eyeport opening as Corsair V Same face shield as the Corsair V Intermediate Oval Fit (same head shape as Quantum 2) Slightly different feel due to new cheek pads. New cheek pads come down further and cradle the head better. Made of a different density material which results in an extremely comfortable and quiet helmet Advanced ventilation Smaller, More Aerodynamic shell shape Hyper-Ridge circles lower shell to improve strength and aerodynamics Retractable chin spoiler Emergency Cheek Pad Removal system along with removable neck roll One piece bottom edge trim Race helmet for the street 5 unique size shells (XS, S, M/L, XL, XXL). Meets or exceeds SNELL 2010 and DOT specifications 2010 Model NOTE The pearl black listed for this product is a standard gloss black helmet, there is no metallic in it
Overall rating
Exceptionally comfortable, but not as quiet as I had hoped...
PostedJuly 18, 2011
Bang for the Buck
4
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5
Style
4
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5
Comfort
5
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5
Protection & Durability
5
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5
Air Flow
5
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5
Features
4
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5
Fit
Small
Large
Noise Level
Quiet
Loud
Weight
Light
Heavy
Shape
Narrow
Round
Vision
Narrow
Wide
This is my second Arai helmet. My first was their dual-sport XD3, which I've had for about a year.
I think I am now officially a “Lifetime Arai-Wearer.”
One of the main reasons I chose another Arai is because of how extremely comfortable my first one was. From the moment I tried on my first Arai, I was SOLD, even though I had no intention of spending over $500 for a helmet at the time. I now assume I will be spending at least that much every time.
So, I bought the RX-Q with the confidence that it would fit as well, and be as comfortable as the XD3.
I was not disappointed.
I was disappointed, though, to find that the RX-Q was not all that much quieter than the XD3. It is much more aerodynamic (looking), so I expected wind noise to be greatly reduced. It was a little bit quieter, but not much. Maybe there is no such thing as a helmet with little or no wind noise.
Ventilation is superb, though, even with the shield fully closed on a hot day (it’s been breaking 100 here for the past 2 weeks). As long as you are moving, of course. Once stopped, the shield has to come up.
Speaking of shields, I STILL have not gotten the hang of removing/installing the “Super Ad.Sis LRS” (Advanced Shield Installation System). A CD containing an “animation” of the process is included with the helmet, and the Arai web site has videos of veteran riders popping the shield off and on in a matter of seconds, but it is NOT EASY. For example, when removing the shield, you lift up levers that are supposed to click into place. But they don’t stay up – they fall back down if you look at them cross-eyed. I’m sure I will eventually get the hang of it, it just doesn’t come easy. Last Saturday, I talked to two other Arai-wearers that had the same experience.
That being said, I understand and respect Arai’s philosophy when it comes to side pods versus pod-less mounting (see http://www.araiamericas.com/default.aspx?pageid=130). I’ll gladly trade a mounting system that is a little less convenient for one that is a lot safer.
Another minor disappointment was the color of the helmet. I picked “Hi-Viz” fluorescent yellow to match my hi-viz mesh riding jacket. But next to the jacket, the Arai just looks yellow, rather than fluorescent yellow, which has a greenish tint to it (see picture). Same thing when compared to the “Speed & Strength SS2000 Twist of Fate Hi-Viz Helmet” that Revzilla carries (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/speed-strength-ss2000-twist-of-fate-hi-viz-helmet). The Arai is SOMEWHAT hi-viz, but not TRULY hi-viz. Even my wife, who has little or no interest in motorcycles, commented that “your helmet and jacket don’t match”.
The helmet has great balance, by the way, and excellent stability.
In summary, I think the RX-Q is the most comfortable, cool, and safe helmet money can buy. If I had to rank the most important features in a helmet, those would be my top three. So what if it’s not quite the right yellow, or is not “whisper-quiet?”
Rides: 2009 Kawasaki KLE650 Versys
Yes, I recommend this product.
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MSR D3O Hip Pad D3O Hip pads are compatible with all MSR Pants. D3O intelligent shock absorption is a patented shock absorbing material engineered with intelligent molecules. D3O is a rate-sensitive material. Meaning when moved slowly the molecules flow freely, making it soft and flexible. At high speeds (Like an impact) the molecules lock together making the material an excellent shock absorber. The whole process is repeatable occurs instantly and returns to its original state as soon as the impact is over.
The same great qualities as the Base Layer Short in full length for cooler temperatures Reactive moisture transport system keeps the body cooler and dryer than cotton Comfortable elastic waist Made with stretch lycra for greater mobility in the fabric for stretch and fabric recovery Compression garment that will hold your muscles in place longer and reduce body fatigue. Less chance for pulled and sore muscle tissue Fabric is spun with wicking and antibacterial treatments
do these base layer pants have seems in the rear,looking forseamless because seams create pressure point on long days
The same great qualities as the Base Layer Short in full length for cooler temperatures Reactive moisture transport system keeps the body cooler and dryer than cotton Comfortable elastic waist Made with stretch lycra for greater mobility in the fabric for stretch and fabric recovery Compression garment that will hold your muscles in place longer and reduce body fatigue. Less chance for pulled and sore muscle tissue Fabric is spun with wicking and antibacterial treatments
Is there a size chart for the MSR-Base-Layer-Long-Skins? I'm in a 50L Rev-It Gear pant
I'm in a 50L Rev-It Gear pant. The MSR is going on a gift list
I can't find a size chart on either www.revzilla.com or www.msrmx.com, but I have these MSR Base Layer Long Skins in size (L)arge, and can tell you what I know.
The elastic waistband of my size L measures 31" in its fully relaxed state. I have a 34" waist, and the skins are very comfortable.
The inseam measures about 30", also in the relaxed state. I usually wear 34" inseam (Levi's 501s).
But these skins are very stretchy, and they should fit snug against your skin.
According to the Rev-It Gear Pant size chart, your size 50 has a 34.6-35.8 inch waist. That same chart would place me in a size 48, which has a 33.1-34.3 inch waist.
Based on all of that, you might want a size XL in the MSR Base Layer Long Skins.
The elastic waistband of my size L measures 31" in its fully relaxed state. I have a 34" waist, and the skins are very comfortable.
The inseam measures about 30", also in the relaxed state. I usually wear 34" inseam (Levi's 501s).
But these skins are very stretchy, and they should fit snug against your skin.
According to the Rev-It Gear Pant size chart, your size 50 has a 34.6-35.8 inch waist. That same chart would place me in a size 48, which has a 33.1-34.3 inch waist.
Based on all of that, you might want a size XL in the MSR Base Layer Long Skins.
1 year, 6 months ago
Made of lightweight, waterproof material Fleece liner protects helmet from scratches Self-healing zipper Fits all full-face and duck billed helmets
Arai Dual Pane SAI Shield Fits Arai Corsair V, Vector 2 and RX-Q Helmets
brow-vents?
can i get the Arai SAI Dual Pane Dark Tint shield with brow-vents in it?
to go with my RX-Q
to go with my RX-Q
The shield you are asking about does "fit" the RX-Q, but it does NOT have the brow vents.
A similar shield that DOES have the brow vents is the "Arai Pinlock Ready SAI Face Shield
" (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arai-pinlock-ready-sai-face-shield). Then you get whatever color "Arai SAI Shield Pinlock Insert
" (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arai-sai-shield-pinlock-insert) you want to go with it.
The main difference between the two shields appears to be the field of vision. The one you are asking about is part of Arai's "MaxVision" line, where the inner anti-fog layer is nearly as large as the helmet's opening. On the pinlock shield, the inner layer is smaller.
A similar shield that DOES have the brow vents is the "Arai Pinlock Ready SAI Face Shield
" (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arai-pinlock-ready-sai-face-shield). Then you get whatever color "Arai SAI Shield Pinlock Insert
" (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arai-sai-shield-pinlock-insert) you want to go with it.
The main difference between the two shields appears to be the field of vision. The one you are asking about is part of Arai's "MaxVision" line, where the inner anti-fog layer is nearly as large as the helmet's opening. On the pinlock shield, the inner layer is smaller.
1 year, 7 months ago
Klim Aggressor Pants 2010
Klim Aggressor Pants 2010 Electrostatic comfort control Breathable moisture-wicking fabric Flat-lock stitching Tagless Athletic fit Four-way stretch
can you tell me the waist size for the Klim Agressor Pants size Lg?
In their "relaxed" state, the waist meaures 32". I usually wear a 34" waist (in Levi's 501s, for example), and the Large is quite comfortable. Perhaps even a bit too large. I might exchange mine for size Medium. I think the ankles, kness, and seat are a bit loose, as this kind of garment should fit very close to the skin to perform it's "wicking" function.
1 year, 7 months ago
Klim D3O Viper T5 Pro Back Protector Replacement CE Level 2 D30 Back Pad for Klim Jackets. D3O's Viper back protector benefits from Airwave Technology and is extremely flexible, low profile and lightweight, whilst offering incredible protection. Measures 17 Tall by 11 at widest point.
Product Dimensions ?
What are the Dimensions on This Item ? I Ask because I know that D30 is some pretty high tech armor and am wondering if I can fit this in the pocket on my current riding jacket which is not made by Klim. This looks like it could be a VERY nice and reasonably priced upgrade to a number of jackets that come with lower level PE padding
Klim D3O Viper T5 Pro Back Protector Replacement CE Level 2 D30 Back Pad for Klim Jackets. D3O's Viper back protector benefits from Airwave Technology and is extremely flexible, low profile and lightweight, whilst offering incredible protection. Measures 17 Tall by 11 at widest point.
thickness ?
Hi,
is this the viper stealth: 11mm or the viper pro 18mm ?
is this the viper stealth: 11mm or the viper pro 18mm ?
Arai XD-3 Helmet Snell 2005 (size XL)
High-flow peak channels air directly into the front vents Twin-cam Shield Pivot System allows the face shield to operate fully under a peak that can be lowered for better aerodynamics. Can be configured with shield and peak, peal only (for use with goggles) or shield only Fully Removable/Replaceable and washable liner with optional sizes available for custom fit 4 top vents. Dual Intake/Dual Exhaust Ventilation-dual I/C top intake vents and Double Delta bridged exhaust bents designed to draw significant volumes of air from helmet interior CLC (Complex Laminate Construction) shell-fiberglass composite is stronger and lighter-allows use of softer, less-dense liner materials inside for increased rider comfort Efficient chinbar vent (with Interior and exterior controls) flows fresh air to the mouth area or across the shield interior to help prevent fogging Large chinbar side exhaust vents draw out additional hot air Meets or exceeds DOT standards Snell M2005 Approved The peak/visor supplied is not suitable for high-speed use where air striking a side or main surface of the peak may cause difficulty in returning the head to a forward and/or level position.
Arai XD3 size question
I am between small and medium. My head is 56.5 cm. In looking at the comfort liners I am considering a medium with a 12mm liner, or a small with the 5mm liner. I have no place locally to try out comfort liner options. Please advise on which combination you recommend.
Thanks!
Thanks!
My head is 59cm, which puts me in a Large Arai if you go by the charts. But, I was lucky enough to have a local shop that had the XD3 in stock, and the Medium fit me like a glove, with no modifications whatsoever. I would have been SWIMMING in a Large.
A helmet that is too large is not going to protect you as well. I would choose the smaller size, so long as it wasn't so small that it hurt you to wear it.
In case you're not aware of it, Revzilla will exchange a helmet for any reason, so long as it has not been "out for a ride." So, buy with confidence, knowing that Revzilla will help you find a perfect fit.
A helmet that is too large is not going to protect you as well. I would choose the smaller size, so long as it wasn't so small that it hurt you to wear it.
In case you're not aware of it, Revzilla will exchange a helmet for any reason, so long as it has not been "out for a ride." So, buy with confidence, knowing that Revzilla will help you find a perfect fit.
1 year, 10 months ago