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roadwarriorusa · 09-05-2007, 02:13 AM

I have had my bike for only a week and I am noticing that the price of gear regardless of what it is, is extremely expensive...WTF! Where can I find cheap quality gear where I don't feel like I have to take out a loan to purchase it for my bike or myself?

soggydoo · 09-05-2007, 02:39 AM

do you really want cheap or inexpensive?

you can get a steel rear for like 40 to 50 bucks thats a good price. are you looking at alum. thats a whole new topic

this is for my bike not a great but not bad
Price: $62.99
Rear Alum. Sprocket/Std/45 Teeth/For 530 chain

roadwarriorusa · 09-05-2007, 02:56 AM

You are probably right but damn! Everything seems to be a bit pricey for everything, for example, I purchased a pair of mid range gloves and it was 65 bucks. I am not a cheap person but this stuff adds up quickly.

I guess you can say I am looking for deals, a fair price versus feeling like I have to take a loan out to buy something.

soggydoo · 09-05-2007, 02:58 AM

this my friend is a pricey hobby

the chemist · 09-05-2007, 03:36 AM

Originally Posted by soggydoo

this my friend is a pricey hobby

. If you can spend a ton of money on something that could end your life...it should be worth a fraction of that to buy stuff that could SAVE your life.

On that note, check out the closeouts at www.newenough.com They usually have some decent stuff.

zooki600 · 09-05-2007, 06:45 AM

Originally Posted by roadwarriorusa

I have had my bike for only a week and I am noticing that the price of gear regardless of what it is, is extremely expensive...WTF! Where can I find cheap quality gear where I don't feel like I have to take out a loan to purchase it for my bike or myself?

Have you checked the classifieds in this forum?

Transported · 09-05-2007, 06:52 AM

I think motorcycle gear is pretty reasonable. For instance, I bought a Road Gear textile armored jacket for $150. It is strong, pretty light, waterproof, full of zippers, vents and pockets, comes with a liner to make it all-season, is fully armored. It's amazing what $150 can buy, especially when compared to a bicycle jacket, that is $200 and is made out of lycra panels and one zipper.

Bicycle cleats cost at least $100 and more often around $200. You can buy a good set of motorcycle boots for $160 to $270, and they offer four times the leather, are armored and will last for years.

ScooterRash · 09-05-2007, 07:33 AM

Cheap and Quality should never be used in the same sentence. The only way you'll find cheap quality gear is on Ebay or Craigslist. Find someone with good gear that is getting out of the motorcycle buisness. I have purchased some sweet Dainese items off ebay for half price of new.

If you don't invest in good gear you may end up making a substantial envestment several times the price of your bike and good gear into the medical industry?

Something to remember: Walking away in disgust is better than riding away in an ambulance!

Runout · 09-05-2007, 07:39 AM

Yeah...look hard enough and you'll find a ton of great deals around. Riding leathers are still cheaper than a skin graft.

strangerin · 09-05-2007, 01:48 PM

Originally Posted by roadwarriorusa

I have had my bike for only a week ...WTF! Where can I find cheap quality gear where I don't feel like I have to take out a loan to purchase it for my bike or myself?

cheap AND quality is an oxymoron, but the most expensive gear on market is STILL less expensive than skin grafts and waaay less painful than having gravel picked/scrubbed out.

So, my advice...just take out that loan LOL
I'll add craigsist as a place for buying used gear

Daveed · 09-05-2007, 01:53 PM

Classifieds on the mc forums and craigslist and ebay.

Even post in the classified section what you need and fellow riders may have something in your price range.

OOk · 09-05-2007, 02:12 PM

Originally Posted by roadwarriorusa

I purchased a pair of mid range gloves and it was 65 bucks.

Those are cheap gloves. Mid range gloves would be in the mid $100's. Expensive gloves can easily reach $250.

Why are people so willing to spend $6000 on a bike but then cheap out on the gear? Spending that much on something that can kill you but then skimping on the parts that could save your ass makes no sense to me.
Again, if you're willing to spend $6000 on the bike then why is $1000 for the right gear all of a sudden exorbitant?

Since you're doing the right thing tho and asking questions I'll throw out my recommendations:

Helmet: $300 (midrange shoe/suomy/arai)
Jacket: $300 (mid range leather/high end textile)
Gloves: $100 (mid range leather gauntlet)
Boots: $150 (street riding boot with ankle protection)
Overpants: $150 (textile summer/winter combo)

james1300 · 09-05-2007, 02:21 PM

Originally Posted by roadwarriorusa

You are probably right but damn! Everything seems to be a bit pricey for everything, for example, I purchased a pair of mid range gloves and it was 65 bucks. I am not a cheap person but this stuff adds up quickly.

I guess you can say I am looking for deals, a fair price versus feeling like I have to take a loan out to buy something.

Good Gear is like a Good woman.
When you need it, you really need it!
Remember as you shop.
This Gear is going to protect you from the road. From riding in an ambulance,
or getting up and saying "Im glad I spent the $$$".
Yes, its expensive. But, dont go cheap! Its your Butt your talking about! Ask 'Bimjo'. If he didnt have all the Gear, he would be MUCH worse off.

Twisted Sweeper · 09-05-2007, 04:32 PM

to newenough.com

check the close out section. I've gotten aot of good deals from there. Just bought the wife a new Joe Rocket Jacket for $57

liquidsilver03 · 09-05-2007, 06:24 PM

motorace.com

Kresto · 10-09-2007, 09:23 PM

Originally Posted by OOk

Those are cheap gloves. Mid range gloves would be in the mid $100's. Expensive gloves can easily reach $250.

Why are people so willing to spend $6000 on a bike but then cheap out on the gear? Spending that much on something that can kill you but then skimping on the parts that could save your ass makes no sense to me.
Again, if you're willing to spend $6000 on the bike then why is $1000 for the right gear all of a sudden exorbitant?

Since you're doing the right thing tho and asking questions I'll throw out my recommendations:

Helmet: $300 (midrange shoe/suomy/arai)
Jacket: $300 (mid range leather/high end textile)
Gloves: $100 (mid range leather gauntlet)
Boots: $150 (street riding boot with ankle protection)
Overpants: $150 (textile summer/winter combo)

james1300 · 10-09-2007, 11:16 PM

Dont go cheap. You wont get quality.
Ya get what ya get, because you spend what you spend.
Save your $$$ and buy quality. Its worth it.

firepower · 05-04-2008, 10:16 PM

P.S. for street riding you can pick up some of the best gear in the world for under $1000 total. Just shop for deals. Newenough.com

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and, this guy speaks the truth.

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Originally Posted by OOk

Those are cheap gloves. Mid range gloves would be in the mid $100's. Expensive gloves can easily reach $250.

Why are people so willing to spend $6000 on a bike but then cheap out on the gear? Spending that much on something that can kill you but then skimping on the parts that could save your ass makes no sense to me.
Again, if you're willing to spend $6000 on the bike then why is $1000 for the right gear all of a sudden exorbitant?

Since you're doing the right thing tho and asking questions I'll throw out my recommendations:

Helmet: $300 (midrange shoe/suomy/arai)
Jacket: $300 (mid range leather/high end textile)
Gloves: $100 (mid range leather gauntlet)
Boots: $150 (street riding boot with ankle protection)
Overpants: $150 (textile summer/winter combo)

matt007 · 08-09-2008, 08:26 AM

you can often find deals on 1pc suits starting at $400 + hjc helmets start @ $100
you can get a jacket used or on newenough for $150 and get 'draggin jeans' or something for $100 or less (but I wouldn't feel comfortable personally)
you can often get textile jacket + pants for $350-450 on newenough for good stuff
I wouldn't really skimp on boots though, lots of people lose feet when they shouldn't, crushing and impaling injuries are hard to stop without wearing real boots (moon shoes) like I do (alpinstars smx4)

Bellinghell · 02-14-2009, 05:44 PM

Old thread, but thought i'd add that Leatherup.com has some cheap prices on gear.


09-05-2007, 02:13 AM	#1
roadwarriorusa Training Wheels Joined: Sep 2007 From: Monroe, WA I Ride: Kawasawki, Ninja 650R	Where can I find Cheap Quality Gear? I have had my bike for only a week and I am noticing that the price of gear regardless of what it is, is extremely expensive...WTF! Where can I find cheap quality gear where I don't feel like I have to take out a loan to purchase it for my bike or myself? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-05-2007, 02:39 AM	#2
soggydoo MotoGP Contender Joined: Mar 2006 From: medford, oregon I Ride: there for I am	do you really want cheap or inexpensive? you can get a steel rear for like 40 to 50 bucks thats a good price. are you looking at alum. thats a whole new topic this is for my bike not a great but not bad Price: $62.99 Rear Alum. Sprocket/Std/45 Teeth/For 530 chain __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-05-2007, 02:56 AM	#3
roadwarriorusa Training Wheels Joined: Sep 2007 From: Monroe, WA I Ride: Kawasawki, Ninja 650R	You are probably right but damn! Everything seems to be a bit pricey for everything, for example, I purchased a pair of mid range gloves and it was 65 bucks. I am not a cheap person but this stuff adds up quickly. I guess you can say I am looking for deals, a fair price versus feeling like I have to take a loan out to buy something. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-05-2007, 02:58 AM	#4
soggydoo MotoGP Contender Joined: Mar 2006 From: medford, oregon I Ride: there for I am	this my friend is a pricey hobby __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-05-2007, 06:52 AM	#7
Transported MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland, Oregon Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: '99 R1, '80 Suz GS450S	I think motorcycle gear is pretty reasonable. For instance, I bought a Road Gear textile armored jacket for $150. It is strong, pretty light, waterproof, full of zippers, vents and pockets, comes with a liner to make it all-season, is fully armored. It's amazing what $150 can buy, especially when compared to a bicycle jacket, that is $200 and is made out of lycra panels and one zipper. Bicycle cleats cost at least $100 and more often around $200. You can buy a good set of motorcycle boots for $160 to $270, and they offer four times the leather, are armored and will last for years. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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09-05-2007, 07:33 AM	#8
ScooterRash Superbiker Joined: Jul 2006 From: Thurston County, WA. I Ride: GSXR1000	Cheap and Quality should never be used in the same sentence. The only way you'll find cheap quality gear is on Ebay or Craigslist. Find someone with good gear that is getting out of the motorcycle buisness. I have purchased some sweet Dainese items off ebay for half price of new. If you don't invest in good gear you may end up making a substantial envestment several times the price of your bike and good gear into the medical industry? Something to remember: Walking away in disgust is better than riding away in an ambulance! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-05-2007, 07:39 AM	#9
Runout MotoGP Contender Joined: Sep 2006 From: protesting at the mall I Ride: faster than I should, but slower than you.	Yeah...look hard enough and you'll find a ton of great deals around. Riding leathers are still cheaper than a skin graft. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-05-2007, 01:53 PM	#11
Daveed Superbiker Joined: May 2007 From: Lacey, WA	Classifieds on the mc forums and craigslist and ebay. Even post in the classified section what you need and fellow riders may have something in your price range. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-05-2007, 04:32 PM	#14
Twisted Sweeper Zone Head Joined: Feb 2006 From: Puyallup Wa I Ride: 2007 GSXR750	to newenough.com check the close out section. I've gotten aot of good deals from there. Just bought the wife a new Joe Rocket Jacket for $57 __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-05-2007, 06:24 PM	#15
liquidsilver03 WMRRA Qualifier Joined: May 2006 From: Tacompton I Ride: zx7	motorace.com __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-09-2007, 11:16 PM	#17
james1300 Track School Dazed Joined: Oct 2005 From: CENTRAL I Ride: When I can	Dont go cheap. You wont get quality. Ya get what ya get, because you spend what you spend. Save your $$$ and buy quality. Its worth it. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-09-2008, 08:26 AM	#19
matt007 Endorsed Joined: Jun 2008 From: pdx - st johns I Ride: 02 yamaha fz1, 03 ducati monster 620ie, 86 honda ch150d elite deluxe	you can often find deals on 1pc suits starting at $400 + hjc helmets start @ $100 you can get a jacket used or on newenough for $150 and get 'draggin jeans' or something for $100 or less (but I wouldn't feel comfortable personally) you can often get textile jacket + pants for $350-450 on newenough for good stuff I wouldn't really skimp on boots though, lots of people lose feet when they shouldn't, crushing and impaling injuries are hard to stop without wearing real boots (moon shoes) like I do (alpinstars smx4) __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-14-2009, 05:44 PM	#20
Bellinghell Training Wheels Joined: Feb 2009 From: bellingham wa I Ride: anything i can	Old thread, but thought i'd add that Leatherup.com has some cheap prices on gear. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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