Motorcycle textile suits up to 400 euros in the test

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Motorcycle textile suits up to 400 euros in the test

Inexpensive textile suits for beginners
Textile suits up to 400 euros in the test

Sun, dream curves, great scenery – the perfect motorcycle trip. And in bad weather, all-round textile combinations should ensure that you are enjoying your holiday. You can also do that with 400-euro flat-rate offers?

Thorsten Dentges

04/26/2012

In the beginning there is the motorcycle. Then comes the helmet, then boots, gloves and the suit. So it is with most motorcycle beginners, whether youngsters or mature returnees who, after starting a family and building a house and the associated strict budgeting with free (personal) time, rediscover the beautiful leisure activity motorcycle after years. Some just want to cruise around a bit, others are planning their next vacation on two wheels. Great. But regardless of whether you are young or older, beginners usually pay a lot of attention to money when they first come into contact with the hobby. There might be a tip-top used one to save money, and when it comes to driver equipment, too, one is initially cautious with larger investments. Sooner or later, many will be in the store in front of waterproof all-round textile combinations that, according to the advertising promise, should be suitable for any location. Everything jacket and pants, one might think, and pick up the cheapest offer from the clothes rail.

The crucial question: How much money does it take to get hold of decent material? According to experience and research by MOTORRAD testers, you are well positioned with 400 euros in your pocket. In this lower middle class, the market offers a pleasing variety of solidly tailored suits that are equipped with CE protectors and proven climate membranes. Things that are rarely found in super cheap offers (from around 200 euros) with dubious safety equipment and allegedly breathable rain protection. 13 station wagons up to 400 euros made it into the selection presented here and should prove their all-rounder capabilities. Impression after first inspection: good! Passable quality fabrics such as Cordura and other abrasion-resistant and tear-resistant polyamide fabrics, CE protectors at least on shoulders, elbows and knees, thermal lining and in some cases the removable membrane, width adjustment options, and an exemplary variety of sizes from almost all suppliers, some even with short , Long and women’s sizes. All inclusive, chapeau! That was not always the case in this price range. And some of the suits look really tasty with modern, but not cluttered designs and colors. Is not relevant for the test victory, but definitely for prospective buyers. The candidates presented, so they deserved a suitable setting for the competition.

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So the trip to the Mediterranean Sea – with almost summer temperatures. Not on the beach or pool, but on the street to scrub miles with the selected textile package deals. Most important test: fit and comfort while driving. As is to be expected with textile suits (in every price range), the cloth suits offer a high degree of comfort and are therefore preferred by beginners to bulky leather clothing. With a few exceptions (GC, IXS, Modeka), the station wagons actually shine with three to four-star comfort. It is particularly praiseworthy how some creators manage to breathe a high degree of freedom of movement into a body-hugging cut (for better safety), such as with the Germot. Bag-like cuts – still common practice a few years ago in budget suits – are now almost a thing of the past. Gross mistakes in the wetness test are more the exception (IXS, Probiker) than the rule.

The air conditioning with membrane is at most satisfactory, “real” Gore-Tex suits do more, but quickly cost twice as much. At least the candidates with a removable membrane are fully suitable for summer. However, savings are still being made in terms of protector equipment. You won’t find an integrated back protector, but CE hip protectors are the only ones Sinisalo equipped, the other joint protectors are except for the flops (GC, Haveba) in the normal range, but by no means highlights. The test of the protector seat revealed glaring weaknesses: If the cut is sloppy in the fall zones or incorrectly placed, the protectors slip in the driving position and are of little use. There is a need for improvement here. In contrast to higher-quality equipment, a suitable cut should not actually lead to higher costs for the producer. Somewhat sleeker, the low-priced textile package deals could bring even greater holiday pleasure.


Motorcycle textile suits up to 400 euros in the test


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Buse Torino / Bormio.

providers: Buse, phone 02471/12690, www.buese.com;
Prices: from 179.95 / 169.95 euros;
To dye Jacket: gray with red or black, light gray-gray-black; Color of pants: black; –
Sizes: Jacket XS to 8XL as well as long and oversizes; Trousers 48 to 64 as well as short and long sizes

plus
Close-fitting, successful cut, proper overlapping of jacket and trousers, exemplary cuffs; plenty of storage space thanks to many pockets and compartments, easily accessible, neatly interlocked zippers; Impact absorption test with above-average result for the class

minus
Knee protector is too high and does not adequately protect the joint, leg is cut a little too short; little water ingress on the collar in the wetness test; coupled jacket and pants with too elastic connection

Conclusion
The fit and comfort are convincing all along the line, and tour riders appreciate the high level of practicality. Solid feel-good package at a fair price for year-round use.
MOTORRAD verdict: good


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Difi Avatar AX / Harrison.

providers: Motoport, phone 04451/915210, www.motoport.de;
Prices: 199.95 / 179.95 euros;
To dye Jacket: Black, Black with Red or White; Color of pants: black;
Sizes: Jacket S to 4XL; Pants XS to 4XL as well as short, long and women’s sizes

plus
Solid fabric, fit close to the body, but does not restrict movement when driving, protectors fit perfectly and enclose the joints well; Wet test without complaints, insulation and air conditioning good; easy-to-use labyrinth front zipper system, functional Velcro waistband adjustment, long leg zippers

minus
Impact absorption values ​​could be improved, connection of jacket and pants too elastic, risk of displacement in the event of a fall; Arm width adjustment with little utility

Conclusion
When it comes to protectors and fabrics, decent, inexpensive average goods have been chosen. With a good fit and weather protection, the Difi is recommended as a solid touring suit.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory


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Germot Ravenna / Evolution.

providers: Germot, phone 06103/459100, www.germot.de;
Prices: from 189.90 / 159.90 euros;
To dye Jacket: Black, Black with Yellow, Gray or Red; Color of pants: black;
Sizes: Jacket XS to 4XL; Trousers S to 4XL as well as short, long and women’s sizes

plus
Firm fabric, firm, sporty, but by no means uncomfortable fit, pleasantly light, high freedom of movement, excellent protector seat; functional, long connection zipper; Wet test passed perfectly, air conditioning good, even with summer temperatures over 20 degrees

minus
Velcro fastener on the collar is not fixed tightly enough, slight pressure point in the collar area, waist size adjustment with too small an adjustment range; The shock absorption values ​​of the knee protectors are only marginal

Conclusion
The protection equipment is only average, but the seat of the protectors is exemplary. Modern, body-hugging cut, also waterproof and comfortable, therefore: test victory!
MOTORRAD verdict: good


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GC Roadmaster / LCR 2.

providers: Grand Canyon, phone 05931/886163, www.grandcanyonbike.eu;
Prices: 179/139 euros;
colour Jacket: gray-black; Color of pants: black;
Sizes: Jacket and trousers S to 4XL as well as short, long and women’s sizes

plus
Protectors enclose great; Wetness test without complaints; “Napoleon” hand pockets on both sides of the chest are very practical

minus
Disastrous result in the shock absorption test, regular CE protectors on shoulders and elbows with exceeded limit values ​​and non-certified protectors on knees with miserable values; Width adjustment on sleeves unsuitable, lining and membrane shift; Velcro cover strip for front zipper fiddly; Bag-like fit, jacket puffs up while driving

Conclusion
The low-budget offer in the test is not a recommendation: cheaply tailored with poor safety equipment and poor wearing comfort. Money wrongly invested.
MOTORRAD judgment: sufficient


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Haveba Neptune / Taurus.

providers: TWS, phone 07432/220595, www.haveba.de;
Prices: 229/169 euros;
To dye Jacket: black, black-gray with white, red or yellow; colour trousers: Black;
Sizes: Jacket M to 5XL; Pants XS to 3XL

plus
Wet test passed without any problems, water rolls off the upper material in an exemplary manner, air conditioning is decent; The cut is comparatively sporty, tight-fitting, yet comfortable enough for touring, the cuffs are absolutely successful, easy to put on and take off

minus
Trouser legs cut a little short, pockets should be bigger; Protector equipment with defects, on shoulders and elbows of an unsuitable type for the clothing sizes tested, non-certified protectors on knees with extremely poor shock absorption values

Conclusion
It’s a shame, the incomplete safety equipment puts the Italian out of a few points. Actually a nicely made, sports-tourist suit with a very well-mannered fit.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory


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Hein Gericke York / Touring.

providers: Hein Gericke, phone 0211/98989, www.hein-gericke.de;
Prices: 199.95 / 159.95 euros;
To dye Jacket: blue-black, gray-black, black-gray; Color of pants: black;
Sizes: Jacket S to 3XL; Trousers 48 to 58 as well as short and long sizes

plus
Very high wearing comfort, efficient arm width adjustment to fix the elbow protector, removable thermal collar with a perfect fit; decent shock absorption values, wet test perfectly – passed; large, practical outside pockets, color-coded labyrinth zip system; well-fitting protectors

minus
Waistband fastener only with a push button, no waist size adjustment; slight folds in the chest area due to the cut a little too wide in places; Only moderate protection against the cold in the thigh area

Conclusion
Good weather protection, comfortable fit, solid features with practical details such as an effective thermal collar. A well-rounded offer for beginners in motorcycle tourism.
MOTORRAD verdict: good


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Hero 4Touring / Nelix.

providers: Held, phone 08321/66460, www.held.de;
Prices: from 189.95 / from 139.95 euros;
To dye Jacket: black, black with gray-white or gray-red-white, black-gray; Color of pants: black;
Sizes: Jacket S to 10XL; Pants XS to 7XL as well as short, long and women’s sizes

plus
Excellent size variety; good cuffs with wide Velcro fastener, practical breast pocket for quick access, press studs on the front covered by the upper material; Impact absorption test and wetness test passed cleanly, water rolls off the fabric well

minus
Proportions do not fit well, fit and comfort not very convincing, pants are too tight; hooked zippers, fiddly hook fastener on the waistband; Protector fit unsatisfactory, partial pressure points

Conclusion
Low: the price. Pleasing. Also low: the low level of comfort. Unpleasant. Rather unsuitable for longer motorcycle holidays, but okay as an all-rounder for shorter tours.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory


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IXS tornado / Nairobi.

providers: IXS, phone 07631/18040, www.ixs.de; –
Prices: 189.90 / 179.90 euros;
To dye Jacket: Black, Black with Blue, Yellow, Red or White; colour trousers: Black;
Sizes: Jacket XS to 5XL; Trousers S to 5XL as well as short and long sizes

plus
Impact absorption values ​​okay (although the CE knee protector is wrongly labeled), arm width adjustment is also used to fix the elbow protectors, solid, long connection zipper makes coupling easy; large patch pockets on trousers are practical

minus
Cut too far for the length proportions, drafts arise at higher speeds, a sweaty indoor climate when it is warm in summer; Wet test failed, water ingress on collar (cut too wide and deep) and in the crotch area; Material and design cheap

Conclusion
The somewhat sloppy fit is no longer up-to-date. The suit is still acceptable as a savings offer for short tours, but it is hardly suitable as a serious holiday partner.
MOTORRAD judgment: sufficient


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Modeka Finn.

providers: Modeka Bike Wear, phone 02521/850322, www.-modeka.de;
Prices: from 199.90 / from 169.90 euros;
To dye Jacket: Black, Gray-Black, Beige-Black; Color of pants: black; –
Sizes: Jacket S to 4XL as well as women’s sizes; Pants XS to 3XL as well as short and long sizes

plus
Protectors with comparatively very acceptable shock absorption values, wet test without any complaints; practical patch pockets on trousers, high-quality trimmings made of perforated leather; soft collar, trousers cut comfortably high on the rump

minus
Moderate fit, heavy weight; Water ingress at arm ends in the wetness test (low); Labyrinth zipper difficult to use, unsuccessful positioning of the protectors, especially on the knees

Conclusion
Great features, good workmanship – you can buy off the shelf straight away. On tour, however, the weight and the unflattering fit put the euphoria into perspective.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory


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Polo Drive Cordura.

providers: Polo, phone 02165/8440200, www.polo-motorrad.de;
Prices: from 199.95 / 169.95 euros;
To dye Jacket: blue-black, gray-black, black-red; Color of pants: black;
Sizes: Jacket S to 5XL; Trousers S to 5 XL as well as short and long sizes

plus
Width adjustments on sleeves and trouser legs with good adjustment range, continuous belt on the waistband, sufficiently large pockets, rubberized press studs; comfortable collar finish, protectors surround the joints very well; Wet test passed

minus
Jacket puffs up at high speed, very fluffy lining, trousers cut too wide in the crotch area; Upper material absorbs a lot of water when it rains, sweaty indoor climate with outside temperatures above 20 degrees; only short connection zipper

Conclusion
Passable equipment, so the equivalent value is correct, but in a (brisk) drive the bulky fit is not a problem. And when it’s warm outside, the wearing comfort is moderate.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory


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Probiker PR-10.

providers: Louis, phone 040/73419360, www.louis.de;
Prices: 199.95 / 169.95 euros;
colour Jacket and pants: black with white;
Sizes: -Jacket and pants 48 to 58

plus
Comfortably air-conditioned, easy-to-wear collar fit, good, close-fitting cut, matching arm and leg ends; Impact absorption values ​​are good in comparison, robust leather trimmings on crash sites; practical, pockets and compartments, -long connection zipper, secure jacket-pants coupling

minus
The result of the wetness test was very modest, strong water penetration due to insufficient overlap of jacket and trousers as well as membrane cut too short in the waistband area; The front zipper is uncomfortable to use, the lining and removable membrane move slightly when driving

Conclusion
The sporty talent in this test offers good safety equipment and overall a decent value. However, the lack of rain protection slows down the fun touring.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory


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Richa Beta / Monsoon.

providers: Grand Canyon, phone 05931/886163, www.-grand canyonbike.eu;
Prices: from 199 / from 159 euros;
colour Jacket and Pants: Black;
Sizes: Jacket S to 12XL; Pants XS to 12XL as well as short, long and women’s sizes

plus
In the shock absorption and wetness test in the green area, air conditioning is also satisfactory; comfortable thermal lining, outer pockets with large volume; Fit tight, body-hugging, soft collar finish

minus
Protectors on shoulders and knees with insufficient fit, poor connection of jacket and trousers (short connection zip with defect), materials and workmanship rather below average, waistband hooks bent after just a few uses; Limited wearing comfort, pressure on hip bones

Conclusion
On the plus side: a tight fit and regular CE protectors for good security. On the other hand, poor wearing comfort and weak material should be improved.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory


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Sinisalo Explorer.

providers: Rukka, phone 040/5511055, www.rukka.com;
Prices: 219/179 euros;
To dye Jacket: black with gray or red; Color of pants: black;
Sizes: Jacket and pants 46 to 62

plus
Above-average safety equipment (only combination in the test with CE hip protectors), proper fit of shoulder and elbow protectors, body-hugging fit; Wet test without any complaints; silky, easy-to-wear thermal lining

minus
Bad protector fit on the knees, trouser legs cut too short, comfort in the collar area moderate, stretch inserts on trousers unsuitable; short connection zipper only with alibi function, drafts on the back; – Snap fasteners stiff, no waistband adjustment

Conclusion
The Finn scores with good safety equipment, but the cut did not appeal to the testers at least. Best to try it on yourself – if everything fits, great suit.
MOTORRAD verdict: good

Final evaluation / conclusion


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The final scoring table.

In the lower middle class, demanding touring riders and motorcycle vacationers will also find what they are looking for. After all, with almost a third of the test field, you can start off with a clear conscience after trying it on. Because the suits offer a very reasonable compromise between safety, wearing comfort and weather protection and – upgraded with a full range of top protectors – can even stand up to products from higher price ranges. For example, the test winner Germot, which comes up with the most modern cut and makes an excellent travel partner in combination with good functional underwear. In the majority of the all-round textile combinations tested, minor weaknesses and defects thwart a good result. The grade “satisfactory” is also meant, because the equivalent value is correct if you compare the prices with those of ski or outdoor clothing. The station wagons are all on a similar level, are close together, so that interested parties should also allow the (fit) weaker candidate to try them on. Only the IXS- and GC-Kombi fail correctly, are allowed to call themselves a motorcycle suit, but nothing more.

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