Buying gear never stops?

[Yasko]

This weekend I bought Tour Master Air pants. $75 reg $130
Tour Master Tracker Air Motorcycle Pants - BikeBandit.com

Sedici Veneto H2O Pants $59 reg $109
SEDICI Street Gear - Veneto Waterproof Textile Motorcycle Pants - Cycle Gear

and Crtech saddle, and tail bag set for $115 rgg $200 Cortech Sport Tail Saddlebag Motorcycle Ninja 650 R | eBay

Does it ever stop? I've been ridding for 2 years, and I have 3 mesh, 2 leather, 1 textile jacket, 2 helmets, 4 sets of gloves 3 tank bags, Bhon ridding shorts, and Oxtar boots. I find it hard to pass on good deals on gear.:spank::spank::spank:

I know I'll not be happy untill I get the BMW City Pants.
City Denim Pants - Blue - L. Hose City, denim blue for BMW Motorcycles (72607710054)

Did you do this as a new rider? Do you out grow the need to have it all?

 

[SweaterDude]

helmets and boots are my fancy. ive got a mesh set jacket/pants with rain liners for warm riding and a textile rainproof cold weather jacket, and dont feel the need for more. that said im probably getting a 1-piece leather suit from a buddy really cheap this summer.

 

[Motogiro]

I go through gloves!

I just got these about a month ago. I usually get the Alpinestars SPX shorties for summer but the quality went down and they changed their model mold so they don't fit me well anymore. I did get some new SPX and could live with the extra long fingers but the the strap failed. I found the Icon and they fit me. They run their sizes large but the finger length to hand ratio were just right.

I have 5 pair of gloves LOL! Most are worn to crap!

 

[adberns]

Short answer: no, it never stops. And soon you'll be buying not just gear, but tools that you barely use. And then more bikes. And then storage space for everything. If you give a mouse a cookie...

Seems to be normal for riders, though, this progression of insanity. How somebody could own only one bike, I'll never know now

And yes, I did work in "if you give a mouse a cookie"...

 

[Yasko]

And then more bikes. QUOTE]

And two bikes.:spank:

 

[VEGASRIDER]

No doubt about it, buying gear can be expensive, especially if you get top of the line gear. That's why I only buy two pairs of jeans, sock and underwear every two years. No new clothes except motorcycle gear. Opps, I did buy new swim shorts and bought a Maui T-shirt when I went to Hawaii this summer.

 

[arsity]

I find myself looking at new gear and parts E-V-E-R-Y-D-A-Y!! Sadly, I must admit it's almost like an addiction. I have to keep reminding myself that I dont need anything new right and that I have other priorities. Not only that, but winter (snow) is approaching and I'm just about ready to store the bike anyways.

 

[jrevans]

Yeah, it's an addiction....

I'm not as bad as my wife and shoes, but yeah, buying motorcycle gear and accessories is an addiction. But, a safe addiction.

Actually, I'm not too bad. Two sets of leathers, mesh pants/jacket, heavier jacket, vests, liners, Aerostich Roadcrafter, two sets of boots, about four pairs of gloves (that aren't worn out), and a couple of helmets.

Actually, since getting the Roadcrafter, I don't wear much of the other gear any more, since it's so convenient to wear. When it goes over 85 degrees out, I do switch to the mesh, but that's about it these days.

I do need to get another Roadcrafter though. I bought mine on eBay and it's a little snug. Now that I've verified that it's worth the money, I should probably buy one that fits me properly and sell this one.

 

[Yasko]

Re: Yeah, it's an addiction....

I'm not as bad as my wife and shoes, but yeah, buying motorcycle gear and accessories is an addiction. But, a safe addiction.

Actually, I'm not too bad. Two sets of leathers, mesh pants/jacket, heavier jacket, vests, liners, Aerostich Roadcrafter, two sets of boots, about four pairs of gloves (that aren't worn out), and a couple of helmets.

Actually, since getting the Roadcrafter, I don't wear much of the other gear any more, since it's so convenient to wear. When it goes over 85 degrees out, I do switch to the mesh, but that's about it these days.

I do need to get another Roadcrafter though. I bought mine on eBay and it's a little snug. Now that I've verified that it's worth the money, I should probably buy one that fits me properly and sell this one.

Damm you Jim....... Now I want a Roadcrafter suit....:spank:

 

[mxgolf]

Yes buying gear and parts for my FZ6 is an addiction. What 4 coats. Set of leathers bought from Hellgate. 5 pairs of gloves. Two sets of riding boots. Chaps, Alpinestar rain gear, Two helmets. I probably forgot somethings but you get the picture. ATGATT is the only way to go.

 

[Dave.TX]

As mentioned before at least it's a good, safe addiction.

I just realized the other day that I have 4 jackets. I've only been riding one year. It IS hard to pass up deals when you see 'em.

Well I have 5 jackets but one fits too small so I don't wear it. I need to sell it...

 

[CowtownBiomed]

LOL I am so guilty of the "just another bike" (I have 4, had 6) and the tools you rarly use pay for themselfs when you do need them...(well thats what I tell the wife anyway.. :thumbup
As far as gear goes, no it never stops either, I go through gloves pretty quick.
Now that the wife rides too, my gear budget has gone through the roof, and my gas bill (petrol) has doubled...
Funny how that works.

 

[RCPMg33k]

Helmets and gloves for me.
I currently have 2 helmets and am looking for #3.
I have 3 pairs of gloves only because the first pair died of overuse. The 3rd pair is on its way out too.
I have two jackets though...one for winter and one for the rest of the year. And I have a pair of riding pants. As for boots, I use marine surplus dessert boots. They have ankle protection and are leather with Thinsulate to keep me dry in the summer and warm in the winter.