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aaron020873 05-10-09 08:11 PM
this may be a daft question - leathers.
 
i'am thinking of buying my 1st set of leathers but would like to know the following:
1, which is best 1 piece or 2 piece?

2, do you wear normal clothes underneath? if so do the sizes take this into consideration or do you buy chest size etc as measured when fully clothed?

cheers :smt102

speedplay 05-10-09 08:15 PM
Re: this may be a daft question!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by aaron020873 (Post 2053920)
i'am thinking of buying my 1st set of leathers but would like to know the following:
1, which is best 1 piece or 2 piece?

2, do you wear normal clothes underneath? if so do the sizes take this into consideration or do you buy chest size etc as measured when fully clothed?

cheers :smt102

1 or 2 piece both have their benefits.

I prefer a 1 piece as its comfire and the wing doesnt get in anywhere and offers more protection,

2 piece are generally cooler and easier to use on a day to day basis.

You can wear undies or go commando under your leathers.
I usually wear a thin baselayer as its easier to get in and out, also stop sweaty balls from sticking to the insides.

Go into your local store and try on a few different makes and sizes (bear in mind if you want to wear a back protector or other armour you need to have a little more space underneath.
sizing and cuts vary quite a bit from different makers.

hope that helps.

2hys 05-10-09 08:20 PM
Re: this may be a daft question!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by speedplay (Post 2053930)
1 or 2 piece both have their benefits.

I prefer a 1 piece as its comfire and the wing doesnt get in anywhere and offers more protection,

2 piece are generally cooler and easier to use on a day to day basis.

You can wear undies or go commando under your leathers.
I usually wear a thin baselayer as its easier to get in and out, also stop sweaty balls from sticking to the insides.

Go into your local store and try on a few different makes and sizes (bear in mind if you want to wear a back protector or other armour you need to have a little more space underneath.
sizing and cuts vary quite a bit from different makers.

hope that helps.
...........+1 what he said

aaron020873 05-10-09 08:24 PM
Re: this may be a daft question!!
 
thanks for your help speedplay..

G 05-10-09 08:26 PM
Re: this may be a daft question!!
 
I have 2 piece, wish I had one piece.

The zip has had a fair bit of use and no longer really hlds them together very well which is annoying.

speedplay 05-10-09 08:33 PM
Re: this may be a daft question!!
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by aaron020873 (Post 2053945)
thanks for your help speedplay..


Pleasure :)

Something also worth thinking about is how often you will be wearing them off the bike.

If your going to bike meets etc, then a 2 piece can be more user friendly.
As I have already said I wear a 1 piece and usually end up at meets with the top hanging down past my waist where I have taken them off.
The best of both worlds would be to get both but this can be very costly.

Dave20046 05-10-09 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by G (Post 2053951)
I have 2 piece, wish I had one piece.

The zip has had a fair bit of use and no longer really hlds them together very well which is annoying.
Should be able to get a new zip put in surely?

sunshine 05-10-09 08:46 PM
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i wear a 2 piece and wear full clothes under as well, leather stretches enough, best when you turn up to a bike meet on a warm summer day you can take your jacket off. but still have the warmth in winter.

boot 05-10-09 09:04 PM
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I wear textiles :oops: as I can't afford decent leathers, but though it may be worth adding to this thread.

I believe some tracks will not allow riders with two-piece suits, therefore that may also need to be a consideration, if you're planning on heading to a track any time in the not-so very distant future.

Owenski 05-10-09 09:08 PM
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I wear a one piece too and from work. I comfortably wear my shirt and trousers underneath my suit. Would only buy another suit from now on, be warned tho they can give you a bit of extra confidence. ;)


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