BILT Motorcycle Gear - Anyone know anything about this brand?

JohnnyD · 03-22-2011, 06:08 AM

Cycle Gear is having a sale on this brand of motorcycle gear.

Prices seem good, but I live too far from a store to check it out. Anyone seen or tried this brand? I'm always looking for more jackets and pants. Track suits are only $300.

Or are this trash and should be avoided? Don't know if this is a new brand and just like Fieldsheer when they started, I was able to get some leathers at good prices.

djacobsen5116 · 03-22-2011, 06:29 AM

They've been around for sometime. Make some pretty good cold weather gloves, not sure about the rest of their gear. Check webbikeworld.com for reviews.

Dennis

Desvio · 03-22-2011, 07:22 AM

They are exclusive to Cycle Gear, little else is known.

skewterdewd · 03-22-2011, 07:44 AM

It looks like they have replaced the motoboss stuff with the Bilt line. The stuff I looked at seemed about what you would expect for lower price point stuff. No amazing value/quality discoveries. (the leather onezy might be worth a go if you can get the right fit).

The saving grace of CG is that if you hate it, you can return it...

JohnnyD · 03-22-2011, 07:49 AM

Thanks everyone for the replies - Maybe I'll order something and if I don't like it, I can always return it...

Not really finding any reviews elsewhere. Found some others asking the same question. Maybe I'm not looking or searching for the right terms.

skewterdewd · 03-22-2011, 08:56 AM

Originally Posted by JohnnyD

Thanks everyone for the replies - Maybe I'll order something and if I don't like it, I can always return it...

Not really finding any reviews elsewhere. Found some others asking the same question. Maybe I'm not looking or searching for the right terms.

No, I don't think that's it. The stuff just hasn't been in circulation much, so there prolly isn't tons of info out there yet.

trunkmonkey · 03-22-2011, 12:23 PM

CG also is now carrying a step above the bilt called sedici I thiink. I'm gonna go check it out this weekend. I googled "bilt motorcycle gear reviews" and found one by some forum. Did it from my phone so I don't have a link. Basically said if your just a novice street or track rider the stuff looks good on a budget. The price is low as its CG's in house line eliminating some middle men who all make money off a product. They continued to say they are using the products now so they don't have a real review yet. Buying something cheap like gloves and then using them all the time for summer should give an idea to the quality. It gets more complicated with a crash in a suit ofcourse.

Desvio · 03-22-2011, 06:39 PM

Whaddya know, just today I received the latest mailer from Cycle Gear. Basically showcasing the the (exclusive to them) Bilt gear. Definitely entry level pricing.

I could get a full suit, boots, gloves AND a helmet, for what my favorite jacket cost.

I already have enough gear, but think I'll go down this weekend just to see this stuff for myself.

Deven · 03-22-2011, 07:23 PM

got the add, leaks pretty chincy

Zito · 03-23-2011, 05:35 AM

tried on the 49.99 bilt special and the flip face $100 bilt special. they felt big and bulky and the vision field seems small kinda like tunnel vision i guess? or like wearing my MX goggles. they were fairly comfy and light weight though. the price reflects how the build quality felt in my hands.

sales person was on track when he said they are no arai or shoei (or hjc if you ask me) but its a good value for the price if you need a helmet.

JohnnyD · 03-23-2011, 06:36 AM

Originally Posted by Desvio

Whaddya know, just today I received the latest mailer from Cycle Gear. Basically showcasing the the (exclusive to them) Bilt gear. Definitely entry level pricing.

That's what prompted my question. Never heard of them before.

Originally Posted by Desvio

I could get a full suit, boots, gloves AND a helmet, for what my favorite jacket cost.

I hear you. I love Dainese gear. But, like you stated above, I could get a full set of gear for what my jacket cost. Don't know if I would like the helmet. Really love my RF-1100.

Originally Posted by Desvio

I already have enough gear, but think I'll go down this weekend just to see this stuff for myself.

Wife hates me. I have too much gear now, I'm a sucker for jackets. She says I'm worst than a woman.

Trukdryverchuck · 04-09-2011, 10:34 PM

My son got a pair of their gloves . So far they're ok, considering he only paid $29.99.
Cycle Gear said that Bilt is Motoboss. They just wanted their own brand. So the Motoboss company makes Bilt for Cycle Gear.

tsairmike · 04-10-2011, 01:38 PM

Originally Posted by trunkmonkey

CG also is now carrying a step above the bilt called sedici I thiink. I'm gonna go check it out this weekend. I googled "bilt motorcycle gear reviews" and found one by some forum. Did it from my phone so I don't have a link. Basically said if your just a novice street or track rider the stuff looks good on a budget. The price is low as its CG's in house line eliminating some middle men who all make money off a product. They continued to say they are using the products now so they don't have a real review yet. Buying something cheap like gloves and then using them all the time for summer should give an idea to the quality. It gets more complicated with a crash in a suit ofcourse.

Im a newb but I like the gauntlet gloves that I got for $30. Nice comfy fit.

A4wheelin · 04-15-2011, 08:17 PM

Got the same flyer and wondering the same thing. Very low prices on the stuff. The Sedici brand gear looks a little nicer for a little more money. Be interested in taking a look in person myself.

mxb2011 · 07-10-2011, 05:46 PM

I bought a Bilt helmet about a month and a week ago and I had no problems at all, until the wind kicked up. Multiple times after trying to enter the tollway at a speed of 60+ on the on ramp, I have had the face shield fly up and catch wind and literally disrupt my vision. I have my receipt and I am going to Cycle Gear tomorrow to let them know that I am unsatisfied with the design of this helmet. I dont think a helmet face visor should fly up and throw your head back no matter how fast you are entering a ramp or how much the wind is blowing. I imagine they will honor my return, but other than that, I love the helmet. The helmet is a Bilt 'demon modular'. Thanks, Michael in Dallas, TX.

canucklovingbrit · 07-10-2011, 07:28 PM

I bought a pair of Bilt Trackstar boots. Normal price $139, Cyclegear had them on sale at $70!! If they last one season, I will have got good value out of them, but they're surprisingly well made, and I'm sure they'll last years. I find them really comfortable, both when riding, and when walking in them. Are they Sidi or Alpinestar quality? Obviously not, but then they were a fraction of the price. I'll be keen to check out more Bilt products.

xpertss · 07-11-2011, 04:32 PM

I got the riding both and Bilt Jacket. At one of the bike meet some dude claimed his buddy low sided his bike (25- 35 mph) and the arm stitches opened up.. I tried to do some research on it but due to the fact that this brand is pretty new, I had no luck finding much about it. Oh one more thing.. The arm size is usually run a little too big on these jackets.

Exile04 · 08-12-2011, 03:26 PM

anybody else have reviews of this stuff? i was looking at getting their pants. for $109

Desvio · 08-14-2011, 07:45 AM

Originally Posted by Exile04

anybody else have reviews of this stuff? i was looking at getting their pants. for $109

Although it's a good price if you're tight on cash, make sure you look over Craigslist and NewEnough before parting with your money. Also, we are nearing the end of the 'riding season' for some, and gear is going to start coming up used or going on sale.

jonathandowers · 08-14-2011, 10:11 AM

Bilt: Entry level => you *will* eventually throw these out and upgrade to something else. The build quality and fit is horrible.

I would highly recommend CG's Sedici line. Build quality is much higher quality, maybe even on par with alpinestars. I have a pair of track pants from Sedici, and I'm very happy with it.


03-22-2011, 06:08 AM	#1
JohnnyD Endorsed Joined: Aug 2010 From: East Wenatchee I Ride: XB9SX	BILT Motorcycle Gear - Anyone know anything about this brand? Cycle Gear is having a sale on this brand of motorcycle gear. Prices seem good, but I live too far from a store to check it out. Anyone seen or tried this brand? I'm always looking for more jackets and pants. Track suits are only $300. Or are this trash and should be avoided? Don't know if this is a new brand and just like Fieldsheer when they started, I was able to get some leathers at good prices. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


03-22-2011, 06:29 AM	#2
djacobsen5116 Endorsed Joined: Jul 2010 From: Mercer Island, WA I Ride: 2009 Yamaha FJR1300	Bilt Gear They've been around for sometime. Make some pretty good cold weather gloves, not sure about the rest of their gear. Check webbikeworld.com for reviews. Dennis __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


03-22-2011, 07:22 AM	#3
Desvio Retired Joined: Mar 2008 From: SE Portland / Bucerias, Nayarit Mx I Ride: 03' CBR1100XX, 84 GL1200A	They are exclusive to Cycle Gear, little else is known. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


03-22-2011, 07:44 AM	#4
skewterdewd Licensed Joined: Oct 2007 From: Portland Oregon I Ride: slowly, but with ferocity.	It looks like they have replaced the motoboss stuff with the Bilt line. The stuff I looked at seemed about what you would expect for lower price point stuff. No amazing value/quality discoveries. (the leather onezy might be worth a go if you can get the right fit). The saving grace of CG is that if you hate it, you can return it... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


03-22-2011, 07:49 AM	#5
JohnnyD Endorsed Joined: Aug 2010 From: East Wenatchee I Ride: XB9SX	Thanks everyone for the replies - Maybe I'll order something and if I don't like it, I can always return it... Not really finding any reviews elsewhere. Found some others asking the same question. Maybe I'm not looking or searching for the right terms. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


03-22-2011, 12:23 PM	#7
trunkmonkey Chicken Strips Joined: Jan 2008 From: Beaverton, Oregon I Ride: 12 CBR 1,000,000rr	CG also is now carrying a step above the bilt called sedici I thiink. I'm gonna go check it out this weekend. I googled "bilt motorcycle gear reviews" and found one by some forum. Did it from my phone so I don't have a link. Basically said if your just a novice street or track rider the stuff looks good on a budget. The price is low as its CG's in house line eliminating some middle men who all make money off a product. They continued to say they are using the products now so they don't have a real review yet. Buying something cheap like gloves and then using them all the time for summer should give an idea to the quality. It gets more complicated with a crash in a suit ofcourse. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


03-22-2011, 06:39 PM	#8
Desvio Retired Joined: Mar 2008 From: SE Portland / Bucerias, Nayarit Mx I Ride: 03' CBR1100XX, 84 GL1200A	Whaddya know, just today I received the latest mailer from Cycle Gear. Basically showcasing the the (exclusive to them) Bilt gear. Definitely entry level pricing. I could get a full suit, boots, gloves AND a helmet, for what my favorite jacket cost. I already have enough gear, but think I'll go down this weekend just to see this stuff for myself. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


03-22-2011, 07:23 PM	#9
Deven Dee-von White Joined: Jan 2007 From: Vancouver, Washington I Ride: R6 track, SV650S street	got the add, leaks pretty chincy __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


03-23-2011, 05:35 AM	#10
Zito Licensed Joined: May 2009 From: Gresham Oregon I Ride: 89' katana 1100, 2002 VFR800, 98 yz400f, 94 KLX650R	tried on the 49.99 bilt special and the flip face $100 bilt special. they felt big and bulky and the vision field seems small kinda like tunnel vision i guess? or like wearing my MX goggles. they were fairly comfy and light weight though. the price reflects how the build quality felt in my hands. sales person was on track when he said they are no arai or shoei (or hjc if you ask me) but its a good value for the price if you need a helmet. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


04-09-2011, 10:34 PM	#12
Trukdryverchuck Licensed Joined: Oct 2009 From: Newberg, Oregon I Ride: 2007 Ninja 650R	My son got a pair of their gloves . So far they're ok, considering he only paid $29.99. Cycle Gear said that Bilt is Motoboss. They just wanted their own brand. So the Motoboss company makes Bilt for Cycle Gear. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by Trukdryverchuck; 04-09-2011 at 10:36 PM..


04-15-2011, 08:17 PM	#14
A4wheelin Knee Dragger Joined: Aug 2007 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 2001 Suzuki Bandit 1200S	Got the same flyer and wondering the same thing. Very low prices on the stuff. The Sedici brand gear looks a little nicer for a little more money. Be interested in taking a look in person myself. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-10-2011, 05:46 PM	#15
mxb2011 Newbie Joined: Jul 2011 From: dallas, texas	not really but I have some info I bought a Bilt helmet about a month and a week ago and I had no problems at all, until the wind kicked up. Multiple times after trying to enter the tollway at a speed of 60+ on the on ramp, I have had the face shield fly up and catch wind and literally disrupt my vision. I have my receipt and I am going to Cycle Gear tomorrow to let them know that I am unsatisfied with the design of this helmet. I dont think a helmet face visor should fly up and throw your head back no matter how fast you are entering a ramp or how much the wind is blowing. I imagine they will honor my return, but other than that, I love the helmet. The helmet is a Bilt 'demon modular'. Thanks, Michael in Dallas, TX. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-10-2011, 07:28 PM	#16
canucklovingbrit Training Wheels Joined: Nov 2010 From: Vancouver, BC I Ride: 07 Buell XB12R	I bought a pair of Bilt Trackstar boots. Normal price $139, Cyclegear had them on sale at $70!! If they last one season, I will have got good value out of them, but they're surprisingly well made, and I'm sure they'll last years. I find them really comfortable, both when riding, and when walking in them. Are they Sidi or Alpinestar quality? Obviously not, but then they were a fraction of the price. I'll be keen to check out more Bilt products. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


07-11-2011, 04:32 PM	#17
xpertss Peg Dragger Joined: Jun 2010 From: Portland. Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: K9 GSX-R600 ---- Gsxr750 k3	I got the riding both and Bilt Jacket. At one of the bike meet some dude claimed his buddy low sided his bike (25- 35 mph) and the arm stitches opened up.. I tried to do some research on it but due to the fact that this brand is pretty new, I had no luck finding much about it. Oh one more thing.. The arm size is usually run a little too big on these jackets. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-12-2011, 03:26 PM	#18
Exile04 Peg Dragger Joined: May 2010 From: Renton, Federal way, Enumclaw, WA Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: 08' SV650s	anybody else have reviews of this stuff? i was looking at getting their pants. for $109 __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-14-2011, 10:11 AM	#20
jonathandowers Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2010 From: Seattle I Ride: an '07 Kenworth W900L	Bilt: Entry level => you will eventually throw these out and upgrade to something else. The build quality and fit is horrible. I would highly recommend CG's Sedici line. Build quality is much higher quality, maybe even on par with alpinestars. I have a pair of track pants from Sedici, and I'm very happy with it. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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