Aerostich Roadcrafter alternative

[stoinkythepig]

My Roadcrafter one piece is pretty much worn out after 100,000 miles of use. Is there anything out there as good and convenient or should I just get another 'stich?

[RandyO]

in all my travels, I have yet to see any motorcycle gear so uniquely convenient to step in/step out like the Roadcrafter one piece

[stoinkythepig]

Originally posted by RandyO
in all my travels, I have yet to see any motorcycle gear so uniquely convenient to step in/step out like the Roadcrafter one piece

Thats what I figured, but had to ask. It really is a good piece of gear. Thanks

[Currently]

www.motoport.com

They claim a bit more flexibility than the aerostich however they usually have a waiting list of over 12 to 15 weeks.

I was going to buy a Kevlar Air two piece but decided to go
leather when I got a very good deal on some Dainese leathers.

[RandyO]

Originally posted by Currently
www.motoport.com

They claim a bit more flexibility than the aerostich however they usually have a waiting list of over 12 to 15 weeks.

I was going to buy a Kevlar Air two piece but decided to go
leather when I got a very good deal on some Dainese leathers.

I have never seen a two piece suit that has the convenience of the Roadcrafter one piece

[Ken C]

I have the Motoport pants and jacket. I love them. The advantage is that they flow a lot of air when the Goretex-type wid blocking liner is removed. The fabric is very soft also.

[Tabby]

Hey Randy, how is that suit for cold weather riding? I've always liked the idea of one, just haven't ponied up the cash.

[stoinkythepig]

Originally posted by Tabby
Hey Randy, how is that suit for cold weather riding? I've always liked the idea of one, just haven't ponied up the cash.

They offer almost no insulative value whatsoever but that makes them good for 90+ degree Summer days. I use flannel lined LL Bean jeans (such an awesome idea) and a Gerbings jacket (with a fleece between the gerbings and 'stich) under mine in the cold weather.

I LOVE my 'stich. Just wanted to make sure there was nothing better out there now, since the stich design is around 20 years old.

[RandyO]

Originally posted by Tabby
Hey Randy, how is that suit for cold weather riding? I've always liked the idea of one, just haven't ponied up the cash.

Roadcrafters are terrible for cold weather, they are only as warm as what you wear underneath, they offer really no windblock to speak of

the nice thing about them is the convenience of wearing street cloths under them and litteraly being able to step in and out in 15 seconds or less

[Ken C]

The Motoport pants are "step out" as well.

As far as insulation, they have 2 liners, 1.Goretex/Wind 2. Qulited liner (full sleeve), which I rarely use, because I tend to wear fleece.

[RandyO]

Originally posted by Ken C
The Motoport pants are "step out" as well.

As far as insulation, they have 2 liners, 1.Goretex/Wind 2. Qulited liner (full sleeve), which I rarely use, because I tend to wear fleece.

knowing how the roadcrafter stepin/out feature works, I can't picture how it works with just pants

do you have any photos?

can you leave jacket attached to pants and have step it/out ?

is there a local bricks & mortar store ?

do thay have fat people sizes?

I know, lots of questions

[Ken C]

http://motoport.com/

No brick and mortar.

I don't zip mine together.

They are sized large, which means my typical sized MD/LG body fits an XS Pant!!

Photo of me and the family here:
http://www.kencondon.com/MC_Trip.html
Look at the 4th photo down.

BTW, The Aerostitch is better looking imho. And the aromor is better fitting.

[RandyO]

I was thinking of a pic or 2 that show how you get in and out of them

[Ken C]

That I don't have. Sorry. The zipper goes up the full length of one leg. You step into the other leg. Takes about 10 seconds to put on.

[ancosta]

I have a motoport 2 pc. suit. If I want to leave it connected, I am in & out in seconds. Works great for track day as I am perpetually late pitting out

No cordura suit will never be as good as a the Motoport kevlar one if safety is a top priority. Also understand you have it tailored to your specifications as well, so you cannot beat the fit of the suit either.

My only suggestion if you go 2 pc is to have the colored stitchwork on the belt flap not put on. Major factor.

If you want to see one in the flesh before considering further let me know. I am up in NH all the time....

[stoinkythepig]

Thanks for all the info on the Motorport stuff. I'll check them out.

[RandyO]

Originally posted by ancosta

No cordura suit will never be as good as a the Motoport kevlar one if safety is a top priority. Also understand you have it tailored to your specifications

the great cordura vs kevlar debate

I am under the understanting that cordura has better abrasion resistance tha kevlar, kevlar has better puncture resistance (the reason they use it in bulletproof vests)

I personally believe that abrasion is more important in motorcycle gear


however, cordura heats with the friction of long slides and can cause burns

I have slid quite a ways on my Aerostich and never felt any heat, but I was sliding on grass, not pavement

[ancosta]

What makes kevlar great at puncture resistance makes it very poor for abrasion resistance. That is why the Schoeller Keprotec is actually a blend of lycra, cordura and kevlar. The net result is superior abrasion resistance, but I wouldn't try to take a 9mm slug with it

This is the fabric Motoport used when I bought my suit.