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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 03:50 AM
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I need to get a jacket but I'm low on cash...is this ok ...only $178. Will my motorcycle training course allow this jacket?

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http://www.parts411.com/acb/sh...D=450

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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 04:54 AM
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it should be fine
but in msf, they'll probably advise you to get a more brightly colored jacket. in other words, anything other than black.
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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 05:33 AM
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In Rhode Island, for the MSF class you don't need a jacket at all. The only requirement is something that is full sleeve. Most of us wore sweatshirts.

That jacket is fine, just make sure it is suitable for the type of weather you will be riding in.
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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 09:09 AM
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Yeah I think that jacket should be fine
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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 10:51 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by rapid_roy &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">In Rhode Island, for the MSF class you don't need a jacket at all. The only requirement is something that is full sleeve. Most of us wore sweatshirts.

That jacket is fine, just make sure it is suitable for the type of weather you will be riding in.</TD></TR></TABLE>same here in california too.
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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 12:45 PM
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thanks guys, my msf course requires a jacket foot wear and gloves
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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 01:38 PM
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It's my understanding that they can provide some of those things for you, but there is a good possibility that I am mistaken. Any jacket is better than no jacket
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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 04:29 PM
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in california, i only had to have long sleeve. just wore a long sleeved shirt, since i knew we wouldnt be going fast at all and i had been riding for a while by then anyway
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Old Mar 31, 2004 | 07:27 PM
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For the course you shouldn't need anything, for safety in general get one with as much padding as possible with 3mm leather... one that has removable pads/liners is nice also
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Old Apr 1, 2004 | 10:35 AM
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overpriced. msf only requires long sleeve top... aka longsleeve T. I have a spidi net jacket in black if you want it. Much better protection than the agv. Also much better ventilation than the pos JR phoenix while retaining rain and water repellency when desired. Basically I got 2, so one has to go. 42/52 - generic large T size. I'll match the 178 if you want.
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Old Apr 1, 2004 | 10:53 AM
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AGV is good for the price but if you can get tony's spidi for the same price Id go for that. I love my spidi jacket.
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Old Apr 1, 2004 | 03:44 PM
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i got a jacket for sale too a blue leather alpinestars stunt jacket size 44. I'll sell it to you for 200 shiped if you want.

https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=811843
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Old Apr 1, 2004 | 06:58 PM
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I'm 5'7 & 112 lbs any of you're jacket fit me?
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Old Apr 2, 2004 | 04:55 AM
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Delaware all that you need is a long sleeve shirt....but it always a good idea to wear a good jacket!!!!
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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 07:10 AM
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I just wore a regular winter jacket and they let me ride. Since then i've upgraded to the alpinestars p1 jackets.
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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 08:56 AM
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that jacket will be fine...i wore just my columbia jacket cuz it rained and rained here in seattle were i took the training class...but they recommend you cover all your skin...thats all...you can were long sleeve shirts...but remember that your boots must cover the ankle or they wont let you ride
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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 12:15 PM
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sorry, you're like a 38/48...
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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 01:54 PM
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I think I went in July.. just had a long sleeve cotton shirt and that was ok.. it was damn hot even with just that
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