Wind proof over jacket ?

[Jonnybiscuit]

My leathers are perforated, so at the beginning and end of the year, they're a bit too cool. Can anyone recommend an over jacket that's windproof (rainproof would be nice too, but not essential), stretchy and will fit over leathers with a speed hump?

 

[stever1]

It may sound strange, but try a cheap hi-viz parka. I used to have a shelltex one (its like the modern equivalent of oil skins) and it was waterproof, wind proof and warm. You also get the benefit of hi-viz at no extra cost.
You can grt them from any industrial work wear company such as Arco.

 

[Deleted account 211025001]

I use an army surplus DPM Gortex over jacket. It rolls up small enough to fit under your bike seat or, in my case, into the bum pocket of my Twat Suit. It's both totally wind and water proof and, of course, breathable.
Oh, and they cost typically £30-£50. Anchors in Nottingham always have them in.

If you don't want to go around in camo then Klim do a really well made Gortex over jacket but it ain't cheap.

Andres

 

[AndyC62]

WIndproof thingies

EDZ do a windproof pullover thingy that fits under your leathers and is really thin. It packs down really small too - I use one with perforated leathers and it stops the wind instantly. I've also used it hillwalking in the summer for the tops - and it works well whilst weighing almost bugger all.
Link here: http://www.edzlayering.com/motorcycle/mens/innershell/innershell.html
They're also British - based in Maryport in Cumbria.

 

[Peirre O`Bollox]

Have you considered a HELD Mistral rain jacket? not too expensive at £30+ and theres 10% off online orders at getgeared with the discount code IAMBACK

 

[doyle]

Have you considered a HELD Mistral rain jacket? not too expensive at £30+ and theres 10% off online orders at getgeared with the discount code IAMBACK

I have this jacket ,it is thicker than ex military or a gore-tex hiking jacket,but would be a good overshell for the colder weather.

 

[Jonnybiscuit]

Thanks all for your replies. Keep them coming.
I'm leaning towards the EDZ windproof liner (+ maybe a hoodie/fleece over), although I did preffer an over jacket that's easier to slip on and off. I saw the EDZ at the Birmingham show and nearly bought one then.

 

[spm0912]

The EDZ pertex liner is the dogs!!

Had mine for 4 years, worn all day at work for 1/2 the year and still going strong. Not only wind proof, it also allows your outer jacket to move over it making you more comfortable. Original design brief was under perforated leathers so perfect for what you want. Add a cheap outer jacket and you're done.

 

[dean0n0]

You could try one of these
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Jonny-Jac...pt=UK_Motorcycle_Clothing&hash=item1e750739b6

 

[araspitfire]

I actually really liked my BMW Clima Comfort Rain gear gear (trousers and jacket)

I'm considering re-buying, though they've dropped the Goretex affiliation.

Al...

 

[Jonnybiscuit]

You could try one of these
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Jonny-Jac...pt=UK_Motorcycle_Clothing&hash=item1e750739b6

Thanks Dean. That's actually my bid already. For £10 or so, I thought I'd give it a punt

 

[Jonnybiscuit]

The EDZ pertex liner is the dogs!!

Had mine for 4 years, worn all day at work for 1/2 the year and still going strong. Not only wind proof, it also allows your outer jacket to move over it making you more comfortable. Original design brief was under perforated leathers so perfect for what you want. Add a cheap outer jacket and you're done.

Job done. Ordered one. £30 from Ebay