Looking for 1st suit.

jgos929 · #1 (**permalink**) 11-12-2009, 07:24 PM

What would you guys recommend for a 1st suit? I'm not looking to spend a fortune or get anything custom probably just something off the rack or ordered online. Also what would be the mandatory measurements for an off the rack suit to be somewhat comfortable? I'm a bigger guy at 6'2 220 and unfortunately inherited a decent beer gut from my father but I'm working on that.

Thanks

v-2 superbike · #2 (**permalink**) 11-12-2009, 07:32 PM

My first suit was a used Dainese. Quality was good but 1 size larger than what I needed. So, I sold it on NESBA and got a killer deal on a discontinued Alpinestars suit on fleabay. If you go with any of the major brands you'll be ok. Hein Geriche also makes excellent value suits. As far as sizing goes, I would consult with any of the vendors.
Check out sportbiketrackgear.com

**mrgrn** · #3 (**permalink**) 11-12-2009, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jgos929

What would you guys recommend for a 1st suit? I'm not looking to spend a fortune or get anything custom probably just something off the rack or ordered online. Also what would be the mandatory measurements for an off the rack suit to be somewhat comfortable? I'm a bigger guy at 6'2 220 and unfortunately inherited a decent beer gut from my father but I'm working on that.

Thanks

i have a shift suit i got for like $250, been great. i also have another suit i got real nice for less then $450 i will have to get the site though i forgot the name

i would also use one of the vendors here too for name brands

theMadWelder · #4 (**permalink**) 11-13-2009, 12:33 AM

komodogear.com

spezjag · #5 (**permalink**) 11-13-2009, 04:32 AM

I was going to suggest Men's Wearhouse . . .

hawkti · #6 (**permalink**) 11-13-2009, 12:57 PM

Please check out Syed Leathers.....they look great, good value. Well made.

eppy01f4i · #7 (**permalink**) 11-13-2009, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by theMadWelder

komodogear.com

+1 for Komodo

socal · #8 (**permalink**) 11-13-2009, 04:07 PM

RS-Taichi: lots of sizes, great quality. Check Ebay or Sportbiketrackgear.com

ericf1 · #9 (**permalink**) 11-13-2009, 08:27 PM

check Spartan Apparel - High Quality Custom and Rack Sized Leathers and Apparel custom made suits at a great price. the guy that owns it is my neighbor and a real stand up guy, he was a sponsor on here at one point, may still be.

**mrgrn** · #10 (**permalink**) 11-13-2009, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ericf1

check Spartan Apparel - High Quality Custom and Rack Sized Leathers and Apparel custom made suits at a great price. the guy that owns it is my neighbor and a real stand up guy, he was a sponsor on here at one point, may still be.

was never a sponsor nor is he now

mtmansl · #11 (**permalink**) 11-14-2009, 05:56 AM

Sportbiketrackgear for an off the shelf suit. Barnacle Bill for a custom suit!

Matthew

BC999S · #12 (**permalink**) 11-14-2009, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ericf1

check Spartan Apparel - High Quality Custom and Rack Sized Leathers and Apparel custom made suits at a great price. the guy that owns it is my neighbor and a real stand up guy, he was a sponsor on here at one point, may still be.

Apparently has more than a few very satisfied customers.

RAZR51 · #13 (**permalink**) 11-14-2009, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by jgos929

What would you guys recommend for a 1st suit? I'm not looking to spend a fortune or get anything custom probably just something off the rack or ordered online. Also what would be the mandatory measurements for an off the rack suit to be somewhat comfortable? I'm a bigger guy at 6'2 220 and unfortunately inherited a decent beer gut from my father but I'm working on that.

Thanks

All good suggestions. You might try a racing or trackday site. A lot of guys are selling suits now to upgrade for next year....deals can be found. WERA is a great site. 6'2 and 220 I would say about a US 50 or Euro 60....maybe a US 48 Euro 58.

ericf1 · #14 (**permalink**) 11-15-2009, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by mrgrn

was never a sponsor nor is he now

forgive my mistake......unlike you, ihave better things to do than police a forum....... as always, you step in to save us. THANK YOU, OUR HERO.

hubert · #15 (**permalink**) 11-15-2009, 06:41 AM

I started with an entry level A* Star suit and then move to a Dainese Laguna Seca.

The Dainese product is head and shoulders better with respect to fit, weight and mobility while riding.

I would highly suggest looking into getting a left over Laguna suit; especially if you have a Dainese store w/in driving distance (last I heard, they were taking 30% off left over stock).

Good luck.

**mrgrn** · #16 (**permalink**) 11-15-2009, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ericf1

forgive my mistake......unlike you, ihave better things to do than police a forum....... as always, you step in to save us. THANK YOU, OUR HERO.

u are welcome

and you are forgiven, honest mistake

your sarcasm is awesome bro

just tyring to maintain factual things here Eric

ericf1 · #17 (**permalink**) 11-16-2009, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by mrgrn

u are welcome

and you are forgiven, honest mistake

your sarcasm is awesome bro

just tyring to maintain factual things here Eric

Some artists work in clay, some in oils....I work in sarcasm.

BTW, I saw in another thread you mentioned you were thinking about a first gen Mille, great bike, especially if you are over 6'1" (I'm 6'4"). Just make you get an R.