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Touring equipment put to the acid test

Holger Hertneck

07/17/2008

They are clearly the mile-eaters of the motorcycle family and dare to bike in any weather and all year round: the touring riders. When athletes and frayed cruiser drivers crammed into tight leather have long been looking for protection in the cafe from approaching storms, they turn “real biker” an extra lap completely relaxed. This is made possible by wind- and waterproof functional suits, gloves and boots, in which the tourer fraction is primarily interested. MOTORRAD has put the latest touring products to the test over thousands of kilometers in the toughest conditions.

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Test conditions


Helmets, boots, textile suits and gloves


Jahn

In such conditions, any hint of a good mood disappears.

If you drive south in spring and cross the Alps in the process, you should plan for bad weather and low temperatures as a precaution. Snowfall until May is not uncommon in the mountains. In southern Italy, on the other hand, you can sweat at 25 degrees and more as early as March. At the beginning of April, seven MOTORRAD testers experienced this entire range of weather conditions on their 4,300-kilometer journey to Sardinia and back. The highest requirements for men, machines and equipment. Here are the daily logs in detail:

Day 1: Stuttgart – Switzerland (Gotthard Tunnel) –Livorno (920 km). Temperatures: minus 1 to plus 18 degrees; Rain in Germany, snowfall in Switzerland, rain showers and a mix of sun and clouds in Italy. Not very fun.

Day 2: Sardinia (470 km). Temperatures: 12 to 26 degrees; bright to cloudy; dry. The pure joy.

Day 3: Sardinia (540 km). Temperatures: 10 to 23 degrees; Sun-cloud mix with lots of rain showers. Totally okay.

Day 4: Livorno – Tuscany – Cinque Terre (690 km). Temperatures: 12 to 20 degrees; Sun-cloud mix with rain showers until the afternoon, continuous rain in the evening. And that in the middle of Italy.

Day 5: Cinque Terre – Tuscany – Cinque Terre (530 km). Temperatures: 10 to 19 degrees; Heavy rain in the morning, from midday a mixture of sun and clouds with sometimes torrential rain. Typical April.

Day 6: Cinque Terre – Tuscany – Cinque Terre (450 km); Temperatures: 10 to 17 degrees; mostly very cloudy with heavy rain showers, only occasional sunny sections. Okay.

Day 7: Cinque Terre – Austria (Brenner) –Stuttgart (700 km). Temperatures: 3 to 18 degrees; Occasionally cloudy, occasional rain showers, snowfall on the Brenner, but also longer dry and sunny sections. Unfortunately already back home.

Suits


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Artist

One of the three with “very good” rated touring suits come from Dane: Borglum jacket and Nyborg III pants.

BMW – Streetguard 2 suit
Provider: BMW, phone 0180/5001972, www.bmw-motorrad.de
Price: jacket 695 euros, trousers 550 euros

plus
+ Absolutely waterproof
+ good fit
+ soft, easy-to-wear joint protectors
+ long connection zipper
+ Ventilation function on the jacket
+ detachable, but a bit low, storm collar
+ removable thermal lining
+ integrated, but somewhat uncomfortably hard back protector
+ Reflective material

minus
– only two too small jacket front pockets
– comparatively few width adjustment options
– no ventilation function on the pants

Conclusion
The very simple, high-quality, but quite expensive Streetguard 2 is basically good for motorcycling. Somewhat more luxurious equipment for even better touring suitability would be desirable.

Verdict: good

Dainese – Gator jacket, skirt pants
Providers: Dainese Germany, phone 089/35827270, www.dainese.com
Price: jacket 515 euros, trousers 250 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ Fit and wearing behavior good
+ Pressure point-free seated protectors
+ long connection zipper
+ good ventilation function on the sleeves
+ numerous width adjustments, including even in the chest area and on the collar
+ Thick glove cuffs also fit under the cuffs that can be opened very wide
+ removable thermal lining
+ Reflective material

minus
– Outside pockets not waterproof
– no ventilation function on the front of the jacket or on the trousers
– no back protector

Conclusion
Sporty-looking, neatly finished, absolutely waterproof combination, which is suitable for both cold and warm days with its removable thermal lining.

Verdict: good

Dane Borglum jacket, Nyborg III pants
Provider: Motoport, phone 04451/915200, bwww.motoport.de
Price: jacket 449 euros, trousers 279 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof; very good fit
+ Zips are easy to use, even with gloves, thanks to flags on all zippers
+ Jacket with many outside and inside pockets and with a crotch strap
+ numerous width adjustments, including a drawstring on the collar
+ Ventilation openings on jacket
+ removable thermal lining
+ integrated back protector
+ Reflective material

minus
– Connection zipper a little too short
– Too small outer pockets and no ventilation function on the pants

Conclusion
Waterproof top touring suit with practical, well thought-out equipment, which is ideal for year-round use thanks to thermal lining and ventilation openings.

Verdict: very good

Hein Gericke – Cruise II jacket, Cruise pants
Provider: Hein Gericke, phone 0211/98989, www.hein-gericke-store.com
Price: jacket 479.95 euros, pants 279.95 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ no cold bridges
+ good fit
+ long connection zipper
+ Jacket and especially trousers with a noticeable ventilation function
+ detachable storm collar
+ many practical outside and inside pockets, including waterproof jacket front pockets;
+ numerous width adjustments, especially practical the Velcro strips on the leg ends
+ removable thermal lining
+ integrated back protector
+ Reflective material

minus
– After a good 4000 kilometers test, an outer seam on the elbow came off
– dirt-prone zippers of the trouser ventilation

Conclusion
Universal, absolutely waterproof and touring all-year-round suit, in which the jacket is particularly impressive with its high functionality and many well thought-out details.

Verdict: good

IXS Melbourne jacket, Canberra pants
Provider: Hostettler, phone 07631/18040, www.ixs.com
Price: jacket 499 euros, pants 349.90 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ good fit
+ long connection zipper
+ Jacket and pants with ventilation function
+ detachable storm collar
+ many practical outside and inside pockets, including two large, waterproof jacket front pockets
+ numerous width adjustments (including on the upper and lower arms)
+ removable, very warm thermal lining
+ Reflective material

minus
– Arm cuffs a little too tight – glove cuffs hardly fit underneath
– only foam padding on the back

Conclusion
Very well made and absolutely recommendable tour combination, which is suitable for every season, every weather and almost every temperature range.

Verdict: very good

Reusch – Supertech suit
Provider: Polo express delivery, phone 0211/9796699, www.polo-motorrad.de
Price: jacket 429.95 euros, pants 279.95 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ good fit
+ Jacket and pants with ventilation function
+ numerous width adjustments, for example on the upper and lower arms as well as the upper and lower legs
+ Thick glove cuffs also fit under the cuffs that can be opened very wide
+ Jacket with crotch strap
+ many practical outside and inside pockets
+ removable, warm thermal lining
+ integrated, neon yellow safety vest in the back pocket
+ Trimming made of abrasion-resistant and heat-resistant leather on the inside of the knees and on the trouser legs
+ integrated back protector
+ Reflective material

minus
– Connection zipper a little too short
– waterproof jacket outer pockets not marked as such

Conclusion
Slightly heavy, well-made, robust all-season touring suit that is not only absolutely waterproof, but also has a lot of equipment.

Verdict: very good

Scott Discovery Jacket, Reno Pants
Provider: Buse, phone 02471/12690, www.buese.com.
Price: jacket from 449.95 euros, trousers from 299.95 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ Fit and comfort very good
+ comfortable collar / neck finish
+ Pants with straps that reach up to the kidney area
+ Ventilation openings and many width adjustments on the jacket, including on the collar
+ also has numerous outer and inner pockets, including two waterproof front pockets
+ Reflective material

minus
– No connection zipper
– Pants without thermal lining – only conditionally suitable for temperatures below ten degrees
– only one pocket; no ventilation function on the pants
– Knee protectors a bit small and badly fixed
– only foam padding on the back; Sleeves a little too tight

Conclusion
Absolutely waterproof touring suit with high wearing comfort and a guarantee of wellbeing for the transition and summer time, but also some shortcomings in detail.

Verdict: good

Helmets


Helmets, boots, textile suits and gloves


Artist

The Shoei Hornet DS proves to be a good enduro helmet with a great fit.

Nolan – N 103
Provider: Nolangroup Germany, phone 07159/93160, www.nolangroup.de
Price: from 329.95 euros

plus
+ Good fit
+ comfortable to wear
+ neutral aerodynamics without lift even at high speeds
+ integrated sun visor
+ very functional ratchet quick release
+ Chin part mechanism easy to use even with gloves
+ absolutely fog-free Pinlock inner visor
+ Head ventilation easy to use
+ easy, tool-free visor change
+ very good suitability for glasses

minus
– Comparatively loud driving noises
– heavy
– Ventilation only moderately noticeable
– The visor stop wears out with increasing age

Conclusion
Neatly crafted, functional flip-up helmet with a polycentric chin part mechanism that ensures a low overall height even when open. Highly practical for touring and everyday use.

Verdict: good

Romer – RR 500 Tricolore
Provider: Roleff Motorrad Mode, phone 02761/929307, www.roleff.de
Price: 199.90 euros

plus
+ Good fit
+ comfortable to wear
+ Smooth double-D fastener with strap end fixation by push button
+ exact visor locking
+ very simple, tool-free visor change
+ Good aerodynamics up to about 150 km / h

minus
– Quite loud
– Head ventilation buttons almost impossible to use with gloves
– Ventilation not noticeable
– Anti-fog coating quickly loosens the chin strap frays
– Plastic application on the side of the chin badly fixed
– from around 150 km / h slight buoyancy

Conclusion
Full-face helmet that is comfortable to wear not only for Italo fans with very good guidance in the cheek area, but with a number of defects.

Verdict: satisfactory

Shoei – Hornet DS
Providers: Shoei Europe, phone 0211/17543632, www.shoei-europe.com
Price: from 439 euros

plus
+ Very good fit; very large field of view
+ Fog-free Pinlock inner visor
+ Smooth double-D fastener with strap end fixation by push button
+ thanks to the umbrella, good glare protection when the sun is low
+ well noticeable ventilation function

minus
– Quite heavy and loud; Strong vibration noises at country road speed, emanating from the glider
– Ventilation buttons too small and difficult to use with gloves
– Air gap too big at first visor lock
– Visor and umbrella change or conversion not without tools

Conclusion
Convertible enduro helmet with the Shoei-typical great fit, great wearing behavior, but also one or the other small weak point.

Verdict: good

Uvex – Enduro
Providers: Uvex Sports, phone 0911/97740, www.uvex-sports.de
Price: from 199.99 euros

plus
+ Very good fit with tightly fitting cheek pads
+ very large field of view
+ virtually fog-free visor
+ extremely practical and functional ratchet quick release
+ tool-free visor and screen change
+ surprisingly quiet for an enduro helmet
+ good suitability for glasses

minus
– Umbrella somewhat unstable – deforms at high speeds
– Air gap too big at first visor lock
– Umbrella fixation under the somewhat rickety cover loosens during a brisk journey

Conclusion
Quite inexpensive, versatile enduro helmet with pleasantly cozy inner lining, tight fit and overall high practicality. Buying tip, as the price-performance ratio fits.

Verdict: good

Boots


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Jahn

Waterproof touring boots are a must when the weather changes on the tour.

Daytona – Transopne GTX
Provider: Daytona, phone 08721/96440, www.daytona.de
Price: 309.95 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ very well made
+ extremely robust
+ good fit
+ easy entry through wide opening
+ separate calf width adjustment
+ Protective padding and reinforcements on toes, heels, ankles and shins
+ stable steel cap at the front
+ slight heel ensures a good grip on the notch

minus
– a bit clunky and heavy

Conclusion
High-quality, sturdy touring boot made of leather that not only keeps your feet dry in torrential rain, but also easily handles light off-road use.

Verdict: very good

Suomy – touring
Providers: Suomy Germany, phone 07171/998437, www.suomy.de
Price: 144 euros

plus
+ good fit
+ high wearing comfort
+ also suitable for walking
+ Velcro flag on the zipper as a safeguard against opening, can also be gripped easily with gloves
+ slight heel ensures a secure hold on the notch
+ Reflective strips; Reinforcements in the ankle, heel and shin areas

minus
– all four test boots slightly leaky in the toe area in heavy rain

Conclusion
The leak in the test costs a far better result for the otherwise comfortable all-season touring boot, which is absolutely suitable for touring.

Verdict: satisfactory

gloves


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Jahn

The sports glove “Raptor” from Rukka earns itself in terms of grip, comfort and protection “very good”.

Alpinestars – WR-3 GTX
Provider: Alpinestars, phone 0039 / 0423-5286, www.alpinestars.com
Price: 99.95 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ good fit and workmanship
+ pleasantly warm
+ Despite the upholstery, there is still enough feeling for switches and levers
+ Velcro wrist strap prevents slipping off in the event of a fall
+ Protective padding on knuckles and fingers

minus
– When closing the wrist strap, the leather cover of the ball of the hand is in the way

Conclusion
Well-made, waterproof gloves thanks to the GoreTex membrane for cold and wet days in the transition period at temperatures from just above zero to around 20 degrees.

Verdict: good

BMW – Pro Summer
Provider: BMW, phone 0180/5001972, www.bmw-motorrad.de
Price: 90 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ handy Velcro wrist strap prevents slipping in the event of a fall
+ slim cuff with Velcro fastener fits under every jacket sleeve
+ very good fit
+ high mobility
+ great grip
+ incorporated reflective strips

minus
– poor protector equipment

Conclusion
Great, comfortable to wear and high-quality processed, absolutely waterproof summer touring glove for temperatures from around ten, 15 degrees.

Verdict: very good

Hero – Minsk
Provider: Held Biker Fashion, Telephone 08321/66460, www.held.de
Price: 99.95 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ very warm
+ good fit
+ handy Velcro wrist strap prevents slipping in the event of a fall
+ high quality processed
+ Reflective stripes on fingers and cuff
+ Cuff with zip and Velcro strap
+ Double layers of leather and various protective pads ensure a high level of passive safety

minus
– voluminous cuff does not fit well under tight jacket sleeves
– Due to the thick insulation, the grip is somewhat restricted

Conclusion
Absolutely waterproof and very warm winter gloves that ensure a pleasant climate at temperatures between just below zero and around 15 degrees.

Verdict: very good

Rukka – Mars
Providers: Rukka Germany, phone 040/5511055, www.rukka.com
Price: 99 euros

plus
+ absolutely waterproof
+ good fit
+ very soft leather
+ high wearing comfort
+ Suede inserts on the palms ensure a good grip on the handlebars
+ Wrist strap prevents slipping in the event of a fall

minus
– only slight protective padding

Conclusion
No frills, neatly processed glove that impresses with its waterproofness and great wearing behavior and is suitable for the transitional period at temperatures between around five and 20 degrees.

Verdict: good

Rukka – raptor
Provider: Rukka Germany, phone 040/5511055, www.rukka.com
Price: 179 euros

plus
– absolutely waterproof
– good fit
– very good grip
– Wrist strap prevents slipping in the event of a fall
– Lush protective equipment with hard-shell knuckle and wrist protectors as well as additional protective pads on the palm of the hand and on all fingers

minus
– stubborn protector on cuff does not fit well under tight jacket sleeves

Conclusion
Neatly processed, completely waterproof, but expensive sports glove with high-quality protectors, which is characterized by excellent grip and high wearing comfort.

Verdict: very good

Softshell


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Hertneck

MOTORCYCLE purchase tip: The FLM softshell jacket is available from Polo.

FLM – softshell jacket
Provider: Polo express delivery, phone 0211/9796699, www.polo-motorrad.de
Price: 39.95 euros

plus
+ absolutely windproof
+ very comfortable to wear
+ two sufficiently large side pockets, one breast pocket, two inside pockets
+ high, soft collar
+ Zip cover on the neck
+ Hem width adjustment

minus
– only hand wash possible
– large pack size

Conclusion
Very inexpensive, cuddly softshell jacket that is just as suitable as an additional thermal pad on the bike or as leisure wear after the tour. Price-performance ratio top, therefore price tip!

Verdict: good

Vanucci – softshell jacket
Provider: Louis, Telephone 040/73419360, www.louis.de
Price: 79.95 euros

plus
+ absolutely windproof
+ tight, body-hugging cut
+ comfortable to wear
+ two very large front pockets, one small upper arm pocket
+ Zip cover on the neck
+ Hem width adjustment

minus
– Velcro straps placed too far forward on the cuffs – scratches especially when pulling under a motorcycle jacket
– no inside pockets
– large pack size

Conclusion
Timelessly elegant softshell jacket that, thanks to its slim cut, fits well as an additional insulating layer under motorcycle clothing and is also suitable for après-biking.

Verdict: good

Tour preparation


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Gargolov

On longer tours you should be prepared for possible weather conditions of all kinds.

A big motorcycle tour needs to be planned precisely. If you start in a hurry, you are sure to forget something you need at home. Most things can be bought on the go, but with appropriate preparation you can save these additional costs. Calculate half a day.

The great art of a vacation trip is to limit yourself without sacrificing something important. Does it have to be two pairs of shoes or is one enough? Do I need five T-shirts or is two plus a tube of detergent enough? Anyone traveling in a group should also make arrangements about how their luggage will be distributed. Who will take the lock, who will take the breakdown spray, who will take the tarpaulin, who will take the stove, who will take what tools?

Sensible route planning is also important – especially if certain daily destinations have to be reached (for example a booked ferry or a hotel). If you drive a lot on small country roads or winding mountain passes, you shouldn’t expect too high average speeds. In such cases, shortcuts via motorways and expressways are of great advantage in order to arrive at your destination on time if necessary or after a breakdown.

Tips for buying a suit

Here are some things to watch out for:

wind and waterproof, breathable membrane; Connection zipper between jacket and pants; removable thermal lining; Sleeve cuffs with large width adjustment range so that glove cuffs fit underneath; Ventilation zips; close-fitting, high collar; enough outside pockets, ideally waterproof and not too small; waterproof jacket inside pockets; Reflective material; Front zip covered or padded to prevent drafts; Width adjustment options at the jacket hem, waist, sleeves and cuffs as well as at the ankles; well-fitting, comfortable CE protectors that can be removed for cleaning on shoulders, elbows, knees, hips and, if possible, on the back; areas at risk of falling reinforced with abrasion-resistant textile material; easy cleaning in the washing machine (laundry symbol); Trouser legs still long enough even when sitting.

Tips for buying a helmet

The most important points: pay attention to ECE-R 22.05 (the sticker is usually on the chinstrap, see also page 121); firm, pressure point-free fit; large field of view; anti-fog visor; easy-to-use ventilation buttons; tool-free visor change; removable interior; Fixation option for the end of the chinstrap; light weight; Fit for people who wear (sun) glasses. On the test drive: noticeable ventilation function; low noise level; good aerodynamics (no lift).

Tips for buying touring boots

For motorcyclists there are, among other things, sports, cross and waterproof touring boots. The latter are the egg-laying woolly milk sows under the feet – with them you should pay attention to the following points: pressure point-free seat; stable, non-slip sole; slight heel for optimal hold on the notch; Reinforcements in areas at risk of falling such as ankles, shins, heels; firm fixation in the ankle area (anti-slip protection); high mobility when driving; sufficient comfort when walking; abrasion-resistant outer material (ideally leather); Reflective material; stable closure; Shaft width adjustment; Switching reinforcement on the left shoe; Test the water resistance as soon as possible after purchase. Complain immediately if water enters.

Tips for buying gloves

The requirements for sport, cross, winter or touring fingerlings differ considerably in some cases. The following are the most important selection criteria for touring gloves: make sure they fit tightly, free of pressure marks and have sufficiently long fingers (the fingertips should not hit them while driving); close-fitting Velcro strap on the wrist prevents slipping off in the event of a fall; additional Velcro fastener on the cuff ensures a tight fit and enables the glove to be pushed under the jacket sleeve; Reinforcements (possibly hard shells) on the knuckles and the edge of the hand increase protection; Even when grasping the handlebars, no creases should form on the palm (this leads to blisters on the palms of the hands in the long run); Check gloves with membrane for water resistance after purchase; Models made of abrasion-resistant leather are safer than those made of textile material; too thick, long cuffs often do not fit under jacket sleeves; high dexterity makes clutch and braking easier; thick, angular cushions in the area of ​​the fingers harbor the risk of catching in the event of a fall, which leads to injuries.

Bandero Biker breathing mask


Helmets, boots, textile suits and gloves


Jahn

This protection against the cold really comes into its own with those who wear open face helmets.

Bandero – biker
Provider: Special-Bike-Parts, Telephone 07424/9810588, www.special-bike-parts.de
Price: from 26.95 euros

plus
+ Good fit
+ comfortable to wear
+ windproof
+ high insulation capacity with only slightly restricted breathability
+ Integrated metal nosepiece for an individual fit
+ handy Velcro fastener in the neck

minus
– smells a bit “chemical” even after days

Conclusion
Effective, comfortable to wear cold protection, which is available with many different prints, which cause a sensation especially with open face helmet wearers.

Verdict: good

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