Regardless, just pay attention to the chest-circumference reference and go up by one alpha size from your stipulated chest circumference. Knee pivot system: new double-pivoting hinge system incorporating tool-free, fast, easily exchangeable extension stops (0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 degrees) to prevent hyper-extension injuries. Furthermore, the aforementioned 3D air-mesh spacer panels of the protectors prevent any noticeable localized sweat condensation and thus help tremendously in avoiding hotspots while riding in very-hot weather at low speeds. You’ve searched and then searched some more, and, at the end of the day, you continue to be confused with the plethora of options available in the market.

All integrated body protectors are CE-certified as protective motorcycle armor, unlike some competitors which only have some of their integrated body protectors CE-certified as protective motorcycle armor. Correct position of knee cup is secured accurately in place by an innovative integrative mechanical guiding system allowing multi- directional freedom of movement.In the first segment this week, Senior Editor Nic de Sena chats with Arthur Coldwells about KTM’s latest Super Duke 1290 GT. That’s the sport-touring version of the Super Duke R. The question is whether KTM overly detuned its fierce superbike, or whether even in touring mode, the heart of The Beast is still just as savage. We adhere to a strict Product Review Policy and to a stringent set of Product Review guidelines which you can read here. Shoulder protectors do not extend laterally enough for optimal protection to any rider with big-sized shoulders. So, you’re looking for the best motocross armor and you specifically want an armored shirt that will work for both street-riding and off-road riding. It has to have it all at an affordable price. The elbow and forearm protection fit well. The myth that elbow protection can contribute to arm pump is just that—a complete myth. Moreover, with the clever cinch system, it’s completely adjustable, so even riders with Popeye-like forearms will have to look elsewhere for arm pump excuses.

Likewise, the cupping of the elbow protectors is on point and does a great job of augmenting the protective qualities of said protectors. In our second segment this week, Editor-at-Large Neale Bayly talks with master mechanic David Behrend. David’s amazing career has taken him all over the world as mechanic and Crew Chief for some of the greatest riders in Moto America, World Superbike, and Moto2. David is now Technical Director for Andreani Suspension USA; if you have suspension or handling questions—David is the guy to help!The elasticity and compression of the mesh fabric allows said fabric to let more air in when the fabric is stretched (i.e. when you’re wearing it), and you feel a continuous flow of air across your entire upper body even at low speeds. WHY YOU CAN TRUST MOTORCYCLE GEAR HUB At Motorcycle Gear Hub, our priority is our audience and the motorcycling community as a whole. Epic venting performance that will reward you with continuous airflow and cooling even in the hottest of weather conditions. I absolutely recommend that you go up by one alpha size from your stipulated alpha size in the size chart below.