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Ext1jdh · 07-24-2006, 09:17 AM

I'm in the market for a good mesh jacket. Something that has good protection but is not too hot. I currently wear a classic leather jacket but it is far too hot. Unfortunately, price is an option so I can't afford something too expensive.

I've been looking around and I like this one:
Oneida Suzuki Inc :: Apparel :: Suzuki OEM :: Carbon Air Mesh Hybrid Jacket 2004
I've tried one on and it fits well.

Suggestions? Comments?

GABRIEL · 07-24-2006, 09:20 AM

Jordan Gear Team Replica Jackets Here is a jacket that I just purchased for obvious reasons hehe check her out.

**inspiron** · 07-24-2006, 09:24 AM

Have you checked New Enough Motorcycle Leathers sells leather and textile riding apparel, boots, gloves, luggage, helmets, etc ?

Joe Rocket Phoenix 4.0 Mesh jacket? Mine comes from Hein Gericke, but I highly recommend mesh for the hot summer months...

Ext1jdh · 07-24-2006, 10:02 AM

ooooo i like the phoenix...wish there was a shop here where I could check it out...

GABRIEL · 07-24-2006, 10:20 AM

Joe Rocket Phoenix 4.0 Jacket I am your GENIE hehe

SNAFU · 07-25-2006, 01:57 AM

Joe Rocket Rio. You can probably get it for under $100.

MagnumForce · 07-25-2006, 03:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GABRIEL

Joe Rocket Phoenix 4.0 Jacket I am your GENIE hehe

I got the black one. Great jacket, very comfortable, highly recommended!

**Clint** · 07-25-2006, 06:56 AM

The first generation of JR mesh jackets didn't fit me well so I went with a Tourmaster Cortech. Very nice.

Triumphant · 07-25-2006, 07:15 AM

I purchased the Joe Rocket Alter Ego. This is three jackets in one. Removeable inner liner, outer "skin" removes and leaves the mesh for hot days. The back of the arms and protection stay in place, great jacket in my humble opinion.

Apertureguy · 07-25-2006, 07:43 AM

Just go to a bike meet. Find one from the gazillion vendors & you'll only pay about $50 to $70 bucks.

Of course you have to be aware of all the vendors there, several might have some real garbage. If the deal is too good to be true, it usually is. Don't buy any leather from Pakistan or India...it's crap. Although you can get a cool looking jacket for under $100. it still isn't worth the price.

However, there are typically some great deals on non-leather jackets and apparel.

Just my 2 cents worth.

Ext1jdh · 07-25-2006, 08:14 AM

There's not too much going on in the way of meets in the Chicago area. Kind of strange, I thought. It's pretty much just the IMA show in February. Even shops are few and far between.

**Louis** · 07-25-2006, 08:16 AM

Don't know about their jackets, but I live my iCON TiMax Mesh pants.

**intimid8er** · 07-25-2006, 08:42 AM

JR Phoenix here.

Fits great with the liner in. A tad loose without.

As far as comfort goes in the heat. It's actually cooler with it on, because the mesh acts like shade.

Rockhead · 07-25-2006, 09:39 AM

Try this shop in Countryside, I was there earlier this year and they have a good selection of jackets and gear to try on.

Highlands Yamaha - Yamaha, Accessories, Parts, & Apparel

Ext1jdh · 07-25-2006, 09:41 AM

Thx Rock. I'll stop by tonight or tomorrow. I'm really itching to try on that phoenix...

BlueMax · 07-25-2006, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

I went with a Tourmaster Cortech. Very nice.

+1 that's what I have, no problems and comfortable to ride in.

Ext1jdh · 07-25-2006, 06:39 PM

Oi! Louis! I checked out that Icon TiMax 2 mesh jacket and dayum if it isnt the most comfortable jacket I've ever worn.....

Now I just gotta find it for a good price...

Thanks all. You rock as usual

Ext1jdh · 08-01-2006, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockhead

Try this shop in Countryside, I was there earlier this year and they have a good selection of jackets and gear to try on.

Highlands Yamaha - Yamaha, Accessories, Parts, & Apparel

Hey Rockhead, thanks for the heads up. I got an Icon TiMax2 Mesh from there. After tax it was $230

ForbidInjustice · 08-06-2006, 01:23 AM

Oh yeah, NewEnough has an excellent selection of jackets. They would be the only store I shopped at, IF they offered discounts on shipping, or free shipping. That's always a plus when online.

I wear the black Suzuki Champion Mat Mladin replica jacket. Excellent protection, excellent ventilation for this scorching Texas heat. I want the Michael Jordan jacket!

interfire83 · 08-06-2006, 03:40 AM

I got this one from the Suzuki Parts catalog for $200
I've worn it when It was 90 degrees out, can't even tell I'm wearing it.
When it's cold I just zip the liner in.

It has romovable sholder and elbow armor ( I took it out)
and the the raised Boulevard logo on the back looks really cool

07-24-2006, 09:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	Gear Question I'm in the market for a good mesh jacket. Something that has good protection but is not too hot. I currently wear a classic leather jacket but it is far too hot. Unfortunately, price is an option so I can't afford something too expensive. I've been looking around and I like this one: Oneida Suzuki Inc :: Apparel :: Suzuki OEM :: Carbon Air Mesh Hybrid Jacket 2004 I've tried one on and it fits well. Suggestions? Comments? __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

07-24-2006, 09:20 AM	#2 (permalink)
GABRIEL Third gear and cruising Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 GSX-R 600 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 544	Jordan Gear Team Replica Jackets Here is a jacket that I just purchased for obvious reasons hehe check her out. __________________

07-24-2006, 09:24 AM	#3 (permalink)
inspiron Muscle Biker Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: Blue Suzuki GSX 1400 (2003) Location: Canton Basel-Land, Switzerland (47.4493, 7.76536) Posts: 12,073	Have you checked New Enough Motorcycle Leathers sells leather and textile riding apparel, boots, gloves, luggage, helmets, etc ? Joe Rocket Phoenix 4.0 Mesh jacket? Mine comes from Hein Gericke, but I highly recommend mesh for the hot summer months... __________________ There is nothing worse than aggressive stupidity. - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe blog: gsx1400

07-24-2006, 10:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	ooooo i like the phoenix...wish there was a shop here where I could check it out... __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

07-24-2006, 10:20 AM	#5 (permalink)
GABRIEL Third gear and cruising Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 GSX-R 600 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 544	Joe Rocket Phoenix 4.0 Jacket I am your GENIE hehe __________________

07-25-2006, 01:57 AM	#6 (permalink)
SNAFU Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '06 M50 Black Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 5,020	Joe Rocket Rio. You can probably get it for under $100. Attached Thumbnails __________________

07-25-2006, 07:15 AM	#9 (permalink)
Triumphant Where Am I ? Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2005 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 Location: Acworth, GA Posts: 40	I purchased the Joe Rocket Alter Ego. This is three jackets in one. Removeable inner liner, outer "skin" removes and leaves the mesh for hot days. The back of the arms and protection stay in place, great jacket in my humble opinion.

07-25-2006, 07:43 AM	#10 (permalink)
Apertureguy Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 Location: New York Posts: 3,267	Just go to a bike meet. Find one from the gazillion vendors & you'll only pay about $50 to $70 bucks. Of course you have to be aware of all the vendors there, several might have some real garbage. If the deal is too good to be true, it usually is. Don't buy any leather from Pakistan or India...it's crap. Although you can get a cool looking jacket for under $100. it still isn't worth the price. However, there are typically some great deals on non-leather jackets and apparel. Just my 2 cents worth.

07-25-2006, 08:14 AM	#11 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	There's not too much going on in the way of meets in the Chicago area. Kind of strange, I thought. It's pretty much just the IMA show in February. Even shops are few and far between. __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

07-25-2006, 08:16 AM	#12 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,657	Don't know about their jackets, but I live my iCON TiMax Mesh pants. __________________ Louis

07-25-2006, 08:42 AM	#13 (permalink)
intimid8er It's A Conspiracy Joined: May 2005 Bike: '06 XB12X Location: 30 41'47.99" N 83 11'26.54" W Hold My Beer Posts: 10,092	JR Phoenix here. Fits great with the liner in. A tad loose without. As far as comfort goes in the heat. It's actually cooler with it on, because the mesh acts like shade. __________________ Song Pick of the Week 12/03 Booker T and the MG's - Green Onions Bonus for Buster The Airborne Toxic Event - Sometime Around Midnight I had no idea 20% ABV beer could get me drunk so fast!

07-25-2006, 09:39 AM	#14 (permalink)
Rockhead M-J.Com Master Poster Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: M50 Location: 1060 West Addison, Chicago Posts: 3,767	Try this shop in Countryside, I was there earlier this year and they have a good selection of jackets and gear to try on. Highlands Yamaha - Yamaha, Accessories, Parts, & Apparel

07-25-2006, 09:41 AM	#15 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	Thx Rock. I'll stop by tonight or tomorrow. I'm really itching to try on that phoenix... __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

07-25-2006, 06:39 PM	#17 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	Oi! Louis! I checked out that Icon TiMax 2 mesh jacket and dayum if it isnt the most comfortable jacket I've ever worn..... Now I just gotta find it for a good price... Thanks all. You rock as usual __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

08-06-2006, 01:23 AM	#19 (permalink)
ForbidInjustice Puddle Runner Joined: May 2005 Bike: 2007 GSX-R1000 Black/orange! Location: Fort Hood, Texas Posts: 352	Oh yeah, NewEnough has an excellent selection of jackets. They would be the only store I shopped at, IF they offered discounts on shipping, or free shipping. That's always a plus when online. I wear the black Suzuki Champion Mat Mladin replica jacket. Excellent protection, excellent ventilation for this scorching Texas heat. I want the Michael Jordan jacket! Attached Thumbnails __________________ U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security www.dhs.gov .. hence strength and security

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08-06-2006, 03:40 AM	#20 (permalink)
interfire83 In Training Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: 2006 M50 Location: NW, Ohio Posts: 116	I got this one from the Suzuki Parts catalog for $200 I've worn it when It was 90 degrees out, can't even tell I'm wearing it. When it's cold I just zip the liner in. It has romovable sholder and elbow armor ( I took it out) and the the raised Boulevard logo on the back looks really cool

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