One piece vs. two piece riding suits?

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One piece vs. two piece riding suits?

#1 Unread post by HighsideClyde »

I'm looking to buy a Klim or Aerostitch riding suit. Need pros/cons of 1 vs. 2 piece suits and also brand recommendations. I'm a cruiser rider starting to to do more and longer distance tips. I usually wear leathers but I hate putting on rain gear. I'd like to try a textile waterproof suit with optional armor. Thanks in advance for your comments/recommendations!

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#2 Unread post by Alex1759 »

it depends on the type of riding you do. if you only ride at the track, get a one-piece suit. two-piece suit is what you want for street riding. something like this. it is suitable for the track as well.

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#3 Unread post by blues2cruise »

Personally, I prefer a 2 piece that zippers together. Stopping for bathroom breaks in a 1 piece is a no go. (pun not intended). Also, if you stop some where for coffee or food and it's hot out, taking the jacket off is easy....as opposed to a 1 piece that you'd have to tie around your waist.
I carry a cable and lock and can put the cable through the sleeves (and helmet) to lock the jacket and helmet to the bike.
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#4 Unread post by jstark47 »

My wife has an Aerostich Roadcrafter one-piece.
- it is expensive
- it is cold in winter and hot in summer (but just right spring and fall)
- it is bulky
- it was stiff when new, takes a while to break in
- getting in and out of it can be a chore

However-
- it is made specifically for you to your measurements
- it is excellent crash protection (note- accessory pads for back, knees, etc are sold separately, don't cheap out on these)
- it will last a lifetime. Practically indestructible, and if you do damage it, Aerostich will repair it.

I prefer separates, so I use an Aerostich Darien jacket and DarienLite pants. In winter, that is. In summer I wear Rev'it mesh pants and a Teknic mesh jacket. Less protection than the Aerostich stuff, but I"m prone to heat exhaustion so I have to balance the risks.
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#5 Unread post by Slone524 »

A one-piece suit will offer you full protection for your body and will not flap due to air resistance when you are riding your motorcycle. On the other hand, a two-piece suit offers both flexibility and protection. The additional advantage with a two-piece suit is that you get more slots to store your items.

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#6 Unread post by Glenn48 »

HighsideClyde wrote: Sun Aug 01, 2021 7:14 am I'm looking to buy a Klim or Aerostitch riding suit. Need pros/cons of 1 vs. 2 piece suits and also brand recommendations. I'm a cruiser rider starting to to do more and longer distance tips. I usually wear leathers but I hate putting on rain gear. I'd like to try a textile waterproof suit with optional armor. Thanks in advance for your comments/recommendations!
Two piece....pockets
One piece.....No pockets

Two Piece.....Bike Nights & Chicks
One Piece....look Silly at Bike Nights

One piece/two piece Track Time....either or.

Thanks

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#7 Unread post by Kakcruawk »

It is contingent on the sort of riding performed. An additional benefit of wearing a two-piece suit is that it provides additional storage space. It provides exceptional crash protection (note: knee, back, and other accessory cushions are sold separately; do not skimp on these).

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#8 Unread post by beer20574 »

if you only ride at the track, get a one-piece suit. two-piece suit is what you want for street riding. something like this. it is suitable for the track as well.

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#9 Unread post by ali-baba62 »

I prefer 2 piece suits, just because I’m 6.3 feet, having jeans size 34/38 I must always combine the trousers and jackets from to separated combi’s. Otherwise the trousers are to small, and the jack is way to big.

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