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Old Mar 31, 2007 | 05:20 PM
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I was wondering if anyone has any experience with this jacket? I currently have the SMX AIRFLO but like the looks of the new MX1 in red. I want to know how the feel and fit is thanks.
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Old Mar 31, 2007 | 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by BlueS2000Boy,Mar 31 2007, 05:20 PM
but like the looks of the new MX1 in red
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Old Apr 1, 2007 | 11:33 AM
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http://www.alpinestars.com/moto/jackets_mx1jacket.html
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Old Apr 1, 2007 | 03:15 PM
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the jacket looks functional.
-reference the zipper to join the optional pants together, if it dosnt go all the way around, some dont, it will not be very strong. i had a jacket/pants pair where the zipper went all the way around, it separated on the track with a 40mph getoff's. you will need leather pants w/ knee pucks for the track, if you stunt, canyon ride.
-if you buy this jacket get the optional back protector.
-it may be too hot to use mid summer even considering its perforated leather + removable liner. consider an additional JoeRocket phoenix jacket or something.

try it on at a local store, with the back protector in place. buy the same things online.
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Old Apr 1, 2007 | 07:14 PM
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Originally Posted by jah,Apr 1 2007, 06:15 PM
the jacket looks functional.
-reference the zipper to join the optional pants together, if it dosnt go all the way around, some dont, it will not be very strong. i had a jacket/pants pair where the zipper went all the way around, it separated on the track with a 40mph getoff's. you will need leather pants w/ knee pucks for the track, if you stunt, canyon ride.
-if you buy this jacket get the optional back protector.
-it may be too hot to use mid summer even considering its perforated leather + removable liner. consider an additional JoeRocket phoenix jacket or something.

try it on at a local store, with the back protector in place. buy the same things online.
Ya you didn't really tell me anything i didn't know nor did you tell me what i asked. The jacket I currently have is very much like the MX-1 thats why I am asking if anyone has used it personally. Also I already have the astar track pants. I wouldn't wear joe rocket if you paid me. Its crap gear and i have seen way too many people get hurt wearing it.
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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 04:23 AM
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i am sure the fitment will work, the range of motion on a sportbike is low, not like buying a pair of khaki Dockers. you already have a jacket like this, the difference will not save your life. try it on in a local store bro.

come mid summer and the 100F temperatures limits what people wear. if not a phoenix jacket than a safety jacket:
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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 06:35 PM
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I said screw it and picked one up for $429 shipped. If i don't like it, it will just be added to my collection of gear. or sold if its that bad but i really doubt that.
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