[dcmonster]

I want to get some rain gear fot the summer when I go one some over night rides. Here's my question:

Should I get a whole suit or just the rain pants if I have a leather riding jacket that is pretty water proof?

My jacket: http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/item.aspx?style=5411&department=112&division=1

Your thoughts?

Thanks

 

[test-reg]

Re: Rain suit or just the pants?

if you get caught in s serious downpour you will find a big difference between "pretty waterproof" and waterproof.

 

[cyclepup]

Re: Rain suit or just the pants?

For travel, I use Firstgear Kenya jacket and pants; warm , dry, and vented. Mesh jacket for summer. I used to have a nice Vanson leather; sold it on Ebay.

 

[ducatania]

Also, once it stops raining... >

if you get caught in s serious downpour you will find a big difference between "pretty waterproof" and waterproof.

 

[Bloodshot]

Re: Rain suit or just the pants?

I ride every day, rain or shine, and I just wear my regular leather jacket with waterproof ski pants over my jeans if it's raining. The jacket gets a bit heavier after an extended period in the elements, but it doesn't get wet or cold at all. I'd like to have a seperate set of rain gear, but until I can afford it the leather jacket works great.

 

[MonsterHooligan]

Re: Rain suit or just the pants?

There are several to choose from here for under $30 for a 2-pc. suit
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/Department.aspx?Department=164&Division=1

 

[MonsterHooligan]

Re: Rain suit or just the pants?

I ride every day, rain or shine,

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