Knox Contour Back Protector - SV650.org

20-06-06, 09:39 PM

As well as the new jacket I also bought one of these:

It's a Knox Contour. Have been meaning to get one for ages.

I wore it on my ride on Sunday (164 miles) and after a few miles I forgot I had it on. It is VERY comfortable, fits like a glove, does NOT make you hot, is fully adjustable and fits well under the jacket. I feel a bit of a pillock for putting it off for so long, stupid really, especially after a certain mishap 2 years ago. It cost £100 - so not the cheapest on the market - but 10/10 for comfort. I hope never to test its impact protection

Ed

13-07-06, 04:44 AM

I'll back that up cos I have road tested mine! I have had it since Blueflame's off in March and can't praise it more - especially when I fell off and broke five ribs. The doc said that without it, I would quite likely have broken my back and punctured a lung. Oh and not a bruise in sight. He said it was the best £100 I have ever spent.

Stu · 13-07-06, 12:05 PM

Is there much between different protectors as long as you have one?

I'm thinking safety rather than comfort.

13-07-06, 02:17 PM

I got the Knox gilet jacket with contour back protector built in which I wore to the AR06. Really comfortable apart from the fact the removable chest protector makes it feel like a life jacket.

13-07-06, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stu369

Is there much between different protectors as long as you have one?

I'm thinking safety rather than comfort.

They are all tested by the standards agency I think. I had a lightweight HG vest which was good for 5nM of force psI (or summat) against 15 for the Knox. When you get up to paying £100 for your back protector, they will offer the same amount of protection so it is down to what is most comfortable. Ask at the shop if you're not sure or research on the net.

14-07-06, 07:47 AM

Should back protectors be replaced after a crash

Mine has gone through 2 off's, and I certainly landed on my back after the second as I can see the pattern of the back protector stamped onto my leather jacket

It seems OK, although it feels a bit more flexible that when I first had it

any thoughts

Skip · 14-07-06, 08:37 AM

Certainly looks like a comfortable item

I am very happy with my Davies Odell Forcefield too...

Stu · 14-07-06, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scooby Drew

When you get up to paying £100 for your back protector, they will offer the same amount of protection

Thats the point I was making - will a £20 no name brand cut it?

14-07-06, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Toad

Should back protectors be replaced after a crash

Mine has gone through 2 off's, and I certainly landed on my back after the second as I can see the pattern of the back protector stamped onto my leather jacket

It seems OK, although it feels a bit more flexible that when I first had it

any thoughts

Aren't they like a helmet, any knocks will reduce the effectiveness of the shock absorbing foam.

14-07-06, 10:29 AM

I think they're entirely different with regard to construction than a helmet and unless you can see/feel some physical damage I'm sure it'll be fine.

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20-06-06, 09:39 PM	#1
Ed Guest Posts: n/a	Knox Contour Back Protector As well as the new jacket I also bought one of these: It's a Knox Contour. Have been meaning to get one for ages. I wore it on my ride on Sunday (164 miles) and after a few miles I forgot I had it on. It is VERY comfortable, fits like a glove, does NOT make you hot, is fully adjustable and fits well under the jacket. I feel a bit of a pillock for putting it off for so long, stupid really, especially after a certain mishap 2 years ago. It cost £100 - so not the cheapest on the market - but 10/10 for comfort. I hope never to test its impact protection Ed

14-07-06, 08:37 AM	#7
Skip Member Mega Poster Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Norfolk Posts: 3,151	Certainly looks like a comfortable item I am very happy with my Davies Odell Forcefield too... __________________ '81 Honda H100A '18 Honda MSX125 (Grom)

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13-07-06, 04:44 AM	#2
Scooby Drew Guest Posts: n/a	I'll back that up cos I have road tested mine! I have had it since Blueflame's off in March and can't praise it more - especially when I fell off and broke five ribs. The doc said that without it, I would quite likely have broken my back and punctured a lung. Oh and not a bruise in sight. He said it was the best £100 I have ever spent.

13-07-06, 12:05 PM	#3
Stu Trinity Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Guildford Posts: 8,027	Is there much between different protectors as long as you have one? I'm thinking safety rather than comfort.

13-07-06, 02:17 PM	#4
Law Guest Posts: n/a	I got the Knox gilet jacket with contour back protector built in which I wore to the AR06. Really comfortable apart from the fact the removable chest protector makes it feel like a life jacket.

14-07-06, 07:47 AM	#6
Mr Toad Guest Posts: n/a	Should back protectors be replaced after a crash Mine has gone through 2 off's, and I certainly landed on my back after the second as I can see the pattern of the back protector stamped onto my leather jacket It seems OK, although it feels a bit more flexible that when I first had it any thoughts

14-07-06, 10:29 AM	#10
jonboy Guest Posts: n/a	I think they're entirely different with regard to construction than a helmet and unless you can see/feel some physical damage I'm sure it'll be fine. .