Affordable gear recommendations

pittsburgh

Can anyone recommend a good place to get some affordable gear

I will be doing my IBT and full test soon so I need to get geared up

As for boots, do you need special motorbike boots for full test or would work boots do?

Also rain ride waterproof jackets / pants like these
http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/33270
http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/33286

Are these acceptable gear?

I only use the bike for work and small distances never longer than 30 min drive.

I dont want to buy gear if it wont be accepted for the driving test

I like the gear you can throw over your normal clothes as I can just take these off in the car park of the office and am ready and dressed for work

Any info would be great

Thanks

gerrowadat

I don't think you'll be failed for gear in most places, once you have a helmet on which is the requirement. IBT places often do loaner gear, check with where you're doing it.

But spend what you can on gear, doesn't matter if you're riding for 30 minutes or 3 minutes, an off will **** you up just as badly with ****e gear. The stuff you link is designed to go on over other gear (textiles or leathers with armour). Wearing normal clothes with just waterproofs on means any kind of off will be a life-changing event, guaranteed.

motorcycleshop.ie used to do a starter kit for not very much, I don't see it on the website but you could check with them.

I'd recommend you do your IBT with loaner gear. If the parts of the training that cover crush injuries and degloving doesn't make you want to buy proper gear, nothing will I suppose.

pittsburgh

gerrowadat wrote: »

I don't think you'll be failed for gear in most places, once you have a helmet on which is the requirement. IBT places often do loaner gear, check with where you're doing it.

But spend what you can on gear, doesn't matter if you're riding for 30 minutes or 3 minutes, an off will **** you up just as badly with ****e gear. The stuff you link is designed to go on over other gear (textiles or leathers with armour). Wearing normal clothes with just waterproofs on means any kind of off will be a life-changing event, guaranteed.

motorcycleshop.ie used to do a starter kit for not very much, I don't see it on the website but you could check with them.

I'd recommend you do your IBT with loaner gear. If the parts of the training that cover crush injuries and degloving doesn't make you want to buy proper gear, nothing will I suppose.

I see the starter kit for 150 that is very resonable, I think i will look into that thanks

On regards boots, do I need special bike boots or work boots?

Thanks again

gerrowadat

pittsburgh wrote: »

I see the starter kit for 150 that is very resonable, I think i will look into that thanks

On regards boots, do I need special bike boots or work boots?

Thanks again

For the test, they don't check.

In general, I'd recommend them, you can get a cheap enough pair for about the cost of a pair of shoes. Main difference is wear points for the gear shifter and lateral crush protection (so if your bike falls on your foot, you get to keep your foot).

Hiking boots or work boots don't have that (and steel toe work boots work really well if you want to neatly remove your toes and store them safely in an accident or a drop).

stewygriffin

You might still pick up some boots and gloves in Aldi,if you are lucky.
Cheap and enough to get you through your test.

150 quid on gear seriously man, what's your body worth.

A back protector alone is 150 quid. I saved and got decent stuff fair enough but to give an example bike was 4500 and spent about 1150 on gear so roughly 1\4.

You don't need to spend that much but decentish boots, jacket, helmet and gloves I would imagine no change from 600 quid.

stewygriffin

Marc Round Pickaxe wrote: »

150 quid on gear seriously man, what's your body worth.

A back protector alone is 150 quid. I saved and got decent stuff fair enough but to give an example bike was 4500 and spent about 1150 on gear.

I know what you are saying,and where you are comming from.
But,The young lad is only starting out,so he could be stuck to a very tight budget.

Dont scrimp on a lid.

stewygriffin

stewygriffin wrote: »

I know what you are saying,and where you are comming from.
But,The young lad is only starting out,so he could be stuck to a very tight budget.

Dont scrimp on a lid.

Ah I know what you mean I know I spent a lot more than I could have and not preaching but just don't want to see him or anyone get hurt.

pittsburgh wrote: »

Can anyone recommend a good place to get some affordable gear

I will be doing my IBT and full test soon so I need to get geared up

As for boots, do you need special motorbike boots for full test or would work boots do?

Also rain ride waterproof jackets / pants like these
http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/33270
http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/33286

Are these acceptable gear?

I only use the bike for work and small distances never longer than 30 min drive.

I dont want to buy gear if it wont be accepted for the driving test

I like the gear you can throw over your normal clothes as I can just take these off in the car park of the office and am ready and dressed for work

Any info would be great

Thanks

Your better off buying online man, http://www.fc-moto.de/ is a good german site.

Im sure others can pick out better stuff but just to give you an example quickly of some stuff.

boots
http://www.fc-moto.de/Road-Traveller-Waterproof-Boot
http://www.fc-moto.de/Modeka-Boots-Assen

gloves
http://www.fc-moto.de/Ixon-Pro-Fighter
http://www.fc-moto.de/Road-Catch-Me-Gloves

jacket
http://www.fc-moto.de/Road-Dust-Summer-Jacket
http://www.fc-moto.de/Spyke-Rider-Summer-GT-Textile-Jacket

helmet
http://www.fc-moto.de/HJC-CL-ST-II/en

trousers
http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/sec844da2bbd2/?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/Ixon-Roller-Textile-Pant/SubProducts/Ixon-Roller-Textile-Pant-0001

As for the IBT once you dont turn up in flip flops they cant refuse to do it. Work boots will be fine, I used them for my test. Like builders hard toe type boots.

You will want a jacket and trousers though, just to give them a reason not to fail you.
Any decent instructor should be able to lend you all the gear you will need, if you are renting the bike off them it should be included in ibt and if you are renting a bike for the test they should provide the gear.

Skill Magill

I started off with a ts100, no gear, gloves ordinary clothes, went couriering, sent out to Bray in the pissíngs of rain, and nearly froze on the way back. You can buy decent second hand gear on adverts, I'm sure some of us have a bit of decent gear knocking about that we dont use, even just for a loan.

GBX

Check out adverts and done deal. Lads selling off decent gear in and around your budget to get ya going

pittsburgh

Thanks for all the info lads,

Will sort some gear out soon,

Only thing I would be worrying about is pumping sweat in the summer ! - even in the summer jackets haha

Ayrtonf7

+1 for adverts, I got all my stuff off it when I was first starting out. Got everything for less than €200 and it was all in good condition and well known brands. From there I just upgraded pieces as I needed. Definitely the best way to do it if your starting out on a budget! At least It was for me! I couldn't wait to save 100s

Zascar

I have RST Slice - both the leathers and the textiles. I'm very happy with both. I think they are pretty much the best value stuff out there. The textiles are not 100% waterproof, but ok for light/normal rain. If it pours down you're going to get small leaks. However to get fully waterproof you have to spend whole lot more

stewygriffin

Zascar wrote: »

I have RST Slice - both the leathers and the textiles. I'm very happy with both. I think they are pretty much the best value stuff out there. The textiles are not 100% waterproof, but ok for light/normal rain. If it pours down you're going to get small leaks. However to get fully waterproof you have to spend whole lot more

Have you tried that waterproofing stuff Nikwax?
Supposedly you wash it into your textile jacket in the washing machine.

Wonder if it really works?

stewygriffin

Still a fair bit of gear left in some of the Aldi shops.

Zascar

Never heard of nikwax but it looks good! Has anyone tried it?
Ebay: http://www.ebay.ie/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313&_nkw=nikwax&_sacat=0&_from=R40

stewygriffin

Zascar wrote: »

Never heard of nikwax but it looks good! Has anyone tried it?
Ebay: http://www.ebay.ie/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313&_nkw=nikwax&_sacat=0&_from=R40

I have a few bottles of it here.
Got them in Crossans with a voucher I had.

Keep meaning to try it out,but keep on forgetting.:o

Tesco sells it as does any outdoor clothing or army adventure shop.:)

Skill Magill

I've tried nik wax, got it from The Great Outdoors, it defo makes a difference, I think I had to buy 2 bottles, one to clean and the other to apply waterproofing, came to about €20 or €30. Although it will never replace the original waterproofing of my Dainese, I'd trust it enough now to get me through a heavy downpour for about 30 mins. Originally, the jacket could sustain it indefinably, and for years (couried in it), jacket is probably 10 years old now.

Deanaudia4

I no the feeling I was tight on budget todo Ibt and get gear.I got the starter pack of motorcycle shop.ie fairly ok gear not great in heavy downpours but done the job for me it's a box helmet which some have a sharp rating of 4/5 stars.. Got Ibt +grade 2 for insurance on gsxr600..once budget allowed I went up to bike. World got the agv guy Martin 2015 and rst textile with back protector but stil use cheaper pants..as. For boots aldi ones to start then got the Daytona traveller Gtx..same as cops use here but 400e delivered for boots alone..get what ur pocket can afford and upgrade as u go be careful tho once u get the itch its all man candy 😀😀

zubair

I've used nikwax a few times but found eventually gear is just done and nikwax won't recover the waterproofing. It definitely works though and was far cheaper than buying a new jacket, eventually I got a new jacket .

Fabio

The Nikwax stuff does work. I wrote a comprehensive review of the stuff a few months back: http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/nikwax-review/

It's not a miracle solution by any means but it works if used correctly.

As for budget gear, any gear is better than no gear at all, especially if just starting off. RST, Richa, Spada, even Oxford now too, all do decent enough gear at low prices. Get a helmet that fits right, I'd encourage you to get that in a physical shop to ensure proper fitment. Honestly, protection of the head is all about how the helmet fits. If it doesn't fit right it doesn't matter how much you paid, your head will move about too much in a crash and will not be cradled the way it should be. Try and get good boots if possible, not only do they provide protection but wet feet on a long ride are a major distraction. I know that, for me, I end up not feeling my feet very well when wet and cold and this leads to poorer gear changes and less sensitive use of the rear brake. Have TCX Goretex boots now and they're the biz.

stewygriffin

Lots of motorbike gear still left in Aldi Coolock and Santry today.
Raingear sets,thermal underwear sets,neck warmers,kidney belts,few sets of boots and leather jackets too.3 pairs of kevlar jeans in Santry aswell,all large as far as I can remember.Lots of cans of WD40 chain wax in both stores.
Oh and a good few motorbike rucksacks too.

stewygriffin

Fabio wrote: »

The Nikwax stuff does work. I wrote a comprehensive review of the stuff a few months back: http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/nikwax-review/

It's not a miracle solution by any means but it works if used correctly.

As for budget gear, any gear is better than no gear at all, especially if just starting off. RST, Richa, Spada, even Oxford now too, all do decent enough gear at low prices. Get a helmet that fits right, I'd encourage you to get that in a physical shop to ensure proper fitment. Honestly, protection of the head is all about how the helmet fits. If it doesn't fit right it doesn't matter how much you paid, your head will move about too much in a crash and will not be cradled the way it should be. Try and get good boots if possible, not only do they provide protection but wet feet on a long ride are a major distraction. I know that, for me, I end up not feeling my feet very well when wet and cold and this leads to poorer gear changes and less sensitive use of the rear brake. Have TCX Goretex boots now and they're the biz.

Fantastic boot and very comfy too.Well priced too.:)

Zascar

I have them too - they are great. I stupidly got a size too small so they are very tight but still a great boot.

Bandito909

Hey, what model are those tcx? Cheers

stewygriffin

Bandito909 wrote: »

Hey, what model are those tcx? Cheers

TCX S-Speed Goretex.:)

Bandito909

Cheers pal, cotters have them for a decent price I see! Ahhh indulgence time!

rowanh

Limited sizing but here is some cheap gear on this site.

boots 24 euro

helmet 90 euro


Jacket 60 Euro


Jeans 50 euro

probably better off getting textiles trousers but the cheapest ones on there are 100 or so

Gloves 25 euro