Author Topic: Your Three Best Buys? (Read 10113 times)

swordds · « **on:** May 10, 2016, 08:21:37 PM »

The thread "Where To Start" has given me an idea - not including your motorcycle, name the three best or most important motorcycling items you have. It could apparel, or safety/skill training, or a book, or tools, or bling, or safety gear, or extra lights, or baggage, or whatever. But limit it to only three things so the list isn't too expansive and some will have to make some hard choices (I think). My list: my Schuberth C3 Pro helmet. That is all that currently makes my list. I probably have over $3,000 in motorcycling appurtanaces (5 pairs of different types of boots and shoes, some tools, saddlebags and rain gear, kevlar jeans, two motorcycle jackets, multiple pairs of gloves, etc) but so far for me only my Schuberth helmet would I unequivocally recommend to anyone. But I am new to motorcycles so I would like to see what others consider to their best or most important purchases. Of course, this may cause me to rush out and buy something (or it may create no interest or response).

fotoguzzi · « **Reply #1 on:** May 10, 2016, 08:25:24 PM »

Aerostich Roadcrafter
Combat Boots
supportive wife

fubar guzzi · « **Reply #2 on:** May 10, 2016, 08:38:54 PM »

Credit card that's not expired aero stitch supportive signifigent other???

old as dirt 2 · « **Reply #3 on:** May 10, 2016, 08:45:30 PM »

credit card, cell phone and the support of my wife.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #4 on:** May 10, 2016, 08:54:13 PM »

Quote from: fubar guzzi on May 10, 2016, 08:38:54 PM

Credit card that's not expired aero stitch supportive signifigent other???

I thought he left you

Texas Turnip · « **Reply #5 on:** May 10, 2016, 08:55:35 PM »

Electric vest. All the Guzzi National rallies except one. All the regional Guzzi rallies I've attended in the past 45 years.

Tex

leroysch · « **Reply #6 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:02:34 PM »

A concrete floor, service manuals, and a job to pay for the other stuff.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #7 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:03:01 PM »

Probably the many donations I've made to metezler, Dunlop & Michelin

Camping gear

And I'd better say supportive wife (just in case)

swordds · « **Reply #8 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:12:38 PM »

Well, I am not married, but a wife who would support me does sound like a winner! Maybe then I could even afford more than one motorcycle.

Scud · « **Reply #9 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:13:02 PM »

1) Handheld GPS and RAM mounts for every motorcycle and even my mountain-bicycle. I use an outdated Garmin 60-series.
2) Quality boots for appropriate uses (I "cheated" on this one, because I have Alpinestars dirt-bike and 2-pair Dainese street-bike boots, high and low-cut).
3) Used Harbor Freight motorcycle lift - gets the bike up higher for service and I can move the lift with the bike on it to get it out of the way if my project needs to sit a while.

I could go on..... but those are the first three that came to mind and I would not like to be without any of them.

Why would you recommend the Schuberth helmet? What's so great about it?

fotoguzzi · « **Reply #10 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:15:14 PM »

Quote from: Texas Turnip on May 10, 2016, 08:55:35 PM

Electric vest. All the Guzzi National rallies except one. All the regional Guzzi rallies I've attended in the past 45 years.

Tex

#4 for me.. heated liner..airvantage (Aerostich again)

Scud · « **Reply #11 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:28:38 PM »

Quote from: fotoguzzi on May 10, 2016, 09:15:14 PM

#4 for me.. heated liner..airvantage (Aerostich again)

Cheater!!!!

#4 for me is any money spent on suspension parts matched (by professionals) to my weight and riding style - and that's only because I didn't think of it till after I posted.

ITSec · « **Reply #12 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:33:05 PM »

A custom fitted saddle - in my case, a Russell Day-Long.
Money spent to actually go out and ride - gas, motels, whatever. There's no substitute for experience.
Time spent on(and contributions to the operators of) forums like this one. Whether sharing my own experience and knowledge, or more likely gaining from that of others...

PJPR01 · « **Reply #13 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:41:25 PM »

1. Proper fitting Shoei Helmet - full face flip up
2. Proper riding gear (Jacket, pants, boots)
3. Corbin Seat (with backrest for my girlfriend - she likes to ride along)
3a. The right windscreen
3b. GPS TomTom Rider for getting lost and enjoying it
3c. Good weather...that's always worth paying for
3d. Fun rallies - these are priceless
3e. Great riding buddies - also priceless

swordds · « **Reply #14 on:** May 10, 2016, 09:58:59 PM »

Had two other, admittedly cheaper, helmets. The Schuberth is much, much quieter and isn't buffeted around like the others were, very comfortable for me, I can ride all day and never feel like needing to take it off, my face shield doesn't fog, great ventilation, the chin bar is easy to lift and very secure, the strap is easy to work even with gloves on, I can put it on and take it off without removing my glasses, looks and feels like very high quality, internal sun shade is great. When I consider all of my gear, jacket, pants, gloves, boots, helmet (am I forgetting something?) my helmet is the item that I find most comfortable and that I most enjoy putting on. Everything else seems a bit of a bother. My current boots are new so maybe in a few weeks or months I will change my mind but they are a little difficult to put on and I'm always glad to take them off, my padded jacket is heavy and I am also glad to take it off, but my helmet I don't mind putting on. Though I don't do it, I sometimes wish I could ride in shorts and a tee shirt and tennis shoes, but I never feel like that about my Schuberth helmet, and not just for safety reasons. I am more comfortable riding with on than I would be riding without it, and I can't say the same about my other gear. Of course, I don't own Aerostitch stuff.

swordds · « **Reply #15 on:** May 10, 2016, 10:14:06 PM »

Sorry for rambling but I will try putting it this way, of all the things I have bought, I don't believe I have found my perfect boots or jacket or pants or gloves or saddlebags, etc and so I am always looking at adds for those things thinking maybe I should get those different boots or that different jacket etc. But I am never looking at adds for helmets, I have found my perfect helmet and don't feel even the slightest urge to try a different one, but I can't say that about the other things.

lucydad · « **Reply #16 on:** May 10, 2016, 10:40:33 PM »

Shoei X-12
Combat boots --- (gift)
Basic riders course

Demar · « **Reply #17 on:** May 10, 2016, 10:48:46 PM »

Custom seat for the Stelvio

Antigravity XP1 personal lithium battery system http://shop.antigravitybatteries.com/micro-start-xp-1/

Kermit Chair

alanp · « **Reply #18 on:** May 10, 2016, 10:55:29 PM »

Aerostitch suit
Corbin seats
Heated grip

I am just returning from a 4000+ mile trip. Couldn't have done it without the Corbin. Used the heated grips every day. Layed the bike down once (unfortunate flash flood induced water crossing) and the stitch worked wonders. Felt like I fell on a mattress and suffered no harm of any kind. The bike (Triumph Trophy) did not fair so well but it is still ticking.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #19 on:** May 10, 2016, 10:57:10 PM »

My small donation to WG every year is a great investment .
The small investment in Cedar Vale every year brings great happiness
My $5.00 tankbag .

Dusty

Aaron D. · « **Reply #20 on:** May 11, 2016, 06:07:50 AM »

Gasoline
Tires
Earplugs

wahoo650 · « **Reply #21 on:** May 11, 2016, 06:47:44 AM »

Hepco Becker 30ltr Jr.s - Hands down the best investment ever.
Tourmaster Rincon jacket - bought it through NewEnough.com several years ago, best $100 I ever spent on gear.
Arai Profile - Best fitting helmet I've ever owned, it's getting past time to replace, but like it too much!

segesta · « **Reply #22 on:** May 11, 2016, 07:25:00 AM »

Best buys:
1. BMW heated vest
2. Dainese "Greyhound pelle" leather jacket.
3. Airhawk seat pad.

You didn't ask, but Worst buys:
1 Powerlet heated gloves (burned the webbing of my hands, even on Low wattage). Others love Powerlet stuff, my luck was bad.
2 Too many jackets.
3 Open faced helmet. Never use it.

drlapo · « **Reply #23 on:** May 11, 2016, 07:35:36 AM »

Barbour waxed cotton jacket and trousers.
A quality helmet.

charlie b · « **Reply #24 on:** May 11, 2016, 07:39:16 AM »

1. Custom seat
2. SPIII fairing
3. Schuberth helmet (I agree with all posted above, but, it has to fit)
4. Heated gloves (mine are Gerbing)

Tourmaster FlexIII jacket is great, but, would not object to a stich one piece.

toma nova · « **Reply #25 on:** May 11, 2016, 07:51:33 AM »

1. Arai Signet Q (and previous Signets) - only helmet that fits my long-oval head.

2. Lazer Lite ear plugs - I used Aerostich's sampler pack of 20 to find the plugs that fit best and now buy them by the box.

3. Rev-It Off Track jacket and pants - Euro cut fits me best and it's held up well for seven years.

toukow · « **Reply #26 on:** May 11, 2016, 08:38:19 AM »

1. Harbor freight bike lift- should NEVER have waited so long
2. Shoei with pinlock antifog- a must for the NW for winter riding
3. Appropriate clothing- in my case multiple jackets, electric vest/gloves,rain gear. As David Hough in MCN in notes- you won't react quickly if your miserable. I somewhat wish I'd gone the Aerostitch route though, but I ALREADY look like the Michelin Man!

vstevens · « **Reply #27 on:** May 11, 2016, 08:47:37 AM »

1) redwing boots with wedge sole
2) elastic cargo net (cheap but handy)
3) aprilia mirrors on the V7

still looking for the right helmet and jacket... what I have works but lacks comfort ... Glasses always get in the way

ponti_33609 · « **Reply #28 on:** May 11, 2016, 08:58:24 AM »

1. Exhaust Upgrade (Mistral)
2. Bar-End Mirrors (CRG)
3. Custom Seat (Every Bike Owned)

Dukedesmo · « **Reply #29 on:** May 11, 2016, 09:34:36 AM »

Sex, drugs and rock n' roll...

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Author Topic: Your Three Best Buys? (Read 10113 times)

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