Date: 17-06-24  Time: 05:02 am
« previous next »
Pages: [1]

Author Topic: Do you need leathers for a track day?  (Read 3017 times)

Bracechenko

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 1,696
    • Main bike:
      FZ1 Faired Gen2
    • View Profile
Do you need leathers for a track day?
« on: 29 December 2012, 04:55:03 pm »
As above really, i have 2 piece textiles and dont really want to buy leathers just for a track day. Is it every track or do they vary regarding what you can and cant wear?

Peace out :)
Logged

Skippernick

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 2,083
    • Main bike:
      FZS600 02-03
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #1 on: 29 December 2012, 05:51:22 pm »
If they zip together, i believe you'll be fine.
Logged
Red Heads - Slowly taking over the world!!!

Grahamm

  • Global Moderator
  • GP Hero
  • *****
  • Posts: 6,714
    • Main bike:
      FZ6 04-06
    • View Profile
    • Affordable Leather Products
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #2 on: 29 December 2012, 07:24:14 pm »
I don't know about all, but certainly a lot of tracks require one-piece leathers, however the good news is that you can often hire them from the venue or from specialist suppliers, just search for Trackday leathers hire and you should find several places to help you.
Logged

ghostbiker

  • Muck Spreader
  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 3,437
    • Main bike:
      FZS 1000 Gen1
    • - GSX600F Katana
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #3 on: 29 December 2012, 07:29:13 pm »
Every trackday I have seen needs 1 or 2 part full zip together leathers.
But as said above plenty of places to get hire ones.
Logged

His Dudeness

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 2,801
    • Main bike:
      I don't own a bike
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #4 on: 29 December 2012, 07:45:04 pm »
yeah one or two piece leathers only i think. stick up a wanted ad you might get a set cheap
Logged

peejay

  • WSB Pack Hound
  • *****
  • Posts: 813
    • Main bike:
      Other
    • - Triumph Bonneville
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #5 on: 29 December 2012, 07:55:50 pm »
What the others have said, Mike. One or two piece leathers with full zip around. Also some places insist on the gold ACU sticker on your helmet :eek
Logged

Bracechenko

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 1,696
    • Main bike:
      FZ1 Faired Gen2
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #6 on: 29 December 2012, 08:39:41 pm »
Ah thanks all, hiring them sounds like an idea depending on cost of course
Logged

dazza

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 2,424
    • Main bike:
      FZS 1000 Gen1
    • - MT10
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #7 on: 29 December 2012, 08:59:03 pm »
For what they cost to hire, you could pick up a second hand set on ebay for about the same, depending on make and quality and they are yours for keeps.....Cos once you get the bug....! ;)
Logged

Bracechenko

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 1,696
    • Main bike:
      FZ1 Faired Gen2
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #8 on: 29 December 2012, 09:17:33 pm »
Quote from: dazza on 29 December 2012, 08:59:03 pm
For what they cost to hire, you could pick up a second hand set on ebay for about the same, depending on make and quality and they are yours for keeps.....Cos once you get the bug....! ;)

Just been checking out Ebay and you're right! No idea what size i am but i'll work that one out I guess  :)
Logged

markbubble

  • Club Racer
  • ****
  • Posts: 315
    • Main bike:
      FZS600 98-99
    • - heinkels,excelsiors
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #9 on: 29 December 2012, 09:52:42 pm »
as far as i know all uk track require at least zip together leathers not textile,this is the best time of year to pick up a bargin off ebay etc for one piece leathers,i got mine(hardly used) for £25 a few winters back,i cant stand them for everyday riding/shoping etc but great for have a blast out and esp for tracks,try some new ones in shops to get the size you need!
Logged

dazza

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 2,424
    • Main bike:
      FZS 1000 Gen1
    • - MT10
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #10 on: 30 December 2012, 01:02:17 am »
That's what I did, went and tried on new Dainese to get my size right and bought as new from ebay at a fraction of the cost.....A 1/2's a fraction, right? :lol
Logged

Skippernick

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 2,083
    • Main bike:
      FZS600 02-03
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #11 on: 30 December 2012, 07:21:00 pm »
Quote from: dazza on 30 December 2012, 01:02:17 am
That's what I did, went and tried on new Dainese to get my size right and bought as new from ebay at a fraction of the cost.....A 1/2's a fraction, right? :lol


 :lol
Logged
Red Heads - Slowly taking over the world!!!

Strifae

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 1,353
    • Main bike:
      FZ1 Faired Gen2
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #12 on: 31 December 2012, 12:21:03 pm »
Its worth checking out motorcycle shows, I got a full 1 piece leather suit for £150 which is darn good value (new, but from a few years back)
 
Logged

Bracechenko

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 1,696
    • Main bike:
      FZ1 Faired Gen2
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #13 on: 06 January 2013, 09:36:00 pm »
Just bought a 2 piece set of leathers from EBay for 75, very good condition. Anyone ever heard of Joe Rocket as a brand?
Logged

dazza

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 2,424
    • Main bike:
      FZS 1000 Gen1
    • - MT10
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #14 on: 07 January 2013, 06:25:48 am »
Logged

Bracechenko

  • GP Hero
  • ******
  • Posts: 1,696
    • Main bike:
      FZ1 Faired Gen2
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #15 on: 07 January 2013, 07:06:15 am »
Logged

Lazarus

  • WSB Pack Hound
  • *****
  • Posts: 590
    • Main bike:
      FZS600 02-03
    • View Profile
Re: Do you need leathers for a track day?
« Reply #16 on: 07 January 2013, 02:03:54 pm »
Quote from: Bracechenko on 06 January 2013, 09:36:00 pm
Just bought a 2 piece set of leathers from EBay for 75, very good condition. Anyone ever heard of Joe Rocket as a brand?


yes m8 - ive got an all weather 2 piece suit from them - seems to be good value so far.
Logged
"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways - Chardonnay in one hand - strawberries in the other - body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming - WOO HOO! What a Ride!"
Pages: [1]
« previous next »