I use the Forcefield sport shirt level 1, very comfortable the material is base layer compression type with the armour being made from CE2 DRI-M technology which moulds to your body. Definitely one to look at.
Ive worn the EVS G6 for about 2 years. loved it although its a little bulky. but must say im enjoying my Thor impact Rig a bit more. more low profile but that last alpinestars one on your video looks dope.
@@mcriser We have our fit guarantee so you can exchange it for another size with free two way shipping if you need to. Or you can call in and order both at the same time and we can set you up with a return label so you can just send back the one that you don't want to keep.
If you want real protection I can confirm the Fox Titan does not provide the fullest of protections. It's a mid tier that's focuses on flexibility and comfort imo.
Hey Chase which would you recommend for better back support as Im trying to get back on 2 wheels and offroad after cancer treatments with compressed spine in lower back , on the roads I have been using a kidney belt with a few upright bar type strengtheners but I want a bit more protection so I can do some trails with sons before the ol cancer fires up again , cheers and loving all the reviews and things you guys do cheers from Australia 🇦🇺 👍
Which would be best for dual sport riding? I would like to get one with a level 2 back protector, and that works with a leatt 5.5 neck brace. I am thinking of getting an armoured top and klim dakar jacket. I would think that would offer better protection than the first gear kilimanjaro jacket I got?
Just wondering what armour is recommended as just starting out on motorbike, enduro, trails and a little track. I noticed this was an older vid i was looking at the leatt 3df
Hi. One question. How protection that does not have hard plastic behave when hit and slide? Doesnt it tend to move since it kind of stucks on surface? I mean kneepads tend to move to side upon fall and not protect against bruises and concecutive hits
Which one would give the most protection for the front of the shoulder. I ride woods and am constantly shmucking a tree with the front of the shoulder. Looking for something to help glance off of a hit.
I'm liking the Fox only because I can remove the back plate. I use a Zach Speed pack for off-road that already has a integrated back plate (also removable).
Is the version one or this current version better for summer (bionic action v1 vs V2)I live in Florida and I need some good protection that won’t give me a heat stroke lol
Hi thank you for your very informative videos. Question with body protectors and chest protectors, which one would you recommend for best kidney protection? I lost a kidney in a crash years ago, so protecting the other one is of major importance. I am currently wearing a bull riding vest to protect , but the new lines of chest protectors seem to have much more impact protection, and look way more comfortable
I just want to point out one thing to people who are looking at these because they like to challenge themselves and are not afraid to go down while riding / learning. You see at the end where he shows the "Floating" chest protection? Let's state one common result if you wear that WITHOUT the neck piece. That will come right up on both the Leatt 5.5 and Alpinestar top corners WILL break your collar bone. The chest protection, meant to protect you will shatter that collar bone if you are Not wearing the neck protection to hold it down and in place during an accident. I am not saying it will happen with every fall or even every 80 falls, but if you are at speed and go over the handlebars, it will happen. Be aware that these chest protection systems move the stress of impact to the outer edges, with the neck brace, it will disperse the energy instead of focus it on one point. Happy riding, challenge yourself and make it home safely!
@@cnote8061 absolutely get the neck brace with the Leatt. Together combined is the best protection for people who are still pushing it and go down. I like it for the rib protection but the neck protection also locks in to protect the collarbone. Excellent all around. Have the fox titan as well and it's alright, great ventilation for hot days but doesn't matter what you wear geared up and riding a dirt bike hard makes you sweat period
I own an electric scooter that goes at 100km/h it’s very powerful! Would you recommend a body armor ? If yes which one of the top 5 in the list you recommend the most ? The electric scooter is the wolf king gt pro !
Looking to upgrade my sinisalo jacket, that has done a great job last years enduro riding. What seems to me is that these jackets don't protect the lower back and tailbone. This last one I don't care much, but the lower back is so important. How far those the 5.5 go down the body in order to protect it?
Filip, the 5.5 goes almost to the bottom of the back but certainly not to the tail bone. If any jacket went that far down you could never tuck in your jersey. I'd watch the 5.5 spotlight where we show a little better how far down it goes in the back. th-cam.com/video/WBV9ToVqgtE/w-d-xo.html
They need a white one for us summer heat 100 days in arizona. A black one cooks me so im stuck riding early in the morning and I hate waking up at 430 am
Both would be great for downhill! Biggest thing I would consider between the two is the Bionic tech is slightly more low profile. But both have basically the same coverage. The bionic action jacket is also more than $100 cheaper too. - Chase
I got a question here, I am riding a dual sport 790 Adv and I am looking for an armour that I can ride on the road with on the way for the trails and recommendations for something that I can rock on the way to the dirt?
Any of these would work for what you're wanting. The two that I like the most are the Alpinestars Bionic Tech V2 and the Leatt 3DF air fit. Both are comfortable and pretty low profile. - Chase
im interested in the leatt but how my mind thinks is ... if it is more lowprofile and only foam instead of plastic. will it be as strong as the others for protection? im really in need of some awnsers as i have broken my spine and popped my shoulder already and i just want to feel confortable while being protected. thanks and looking forward for a reply.
Which Leatt jacket are you referring to? The 3DF? One thing you have to look at is CE ratings. Plastic doesn't necessarily mean its stronger than foam if it's not CE rated and the foam is. The 3DF foam from leatt is really good. However, when it comes to abrasion, plastic would most likely be better. Let me know if you have more questions i can help with. - Chase
I have had a branch poke almost through the plastic of my old cheap ass chest protector and since then I feel like if it was just foam it would have gotten me for sure... just something to keep in my mind
Hello, thanks for the video. Are you supposed to wear something under these jackets? If so, what kind of shirt would be best for hot weather? Thank you!
Has anyone used the airflow leatt body armour and burst the netting which hold the foam protection pads in place? Rendering the armour useless? I am very sceptical at the price. I ride a lot of hard packed tracks and would be really upset if I destroyed the armour after one crash 🤦♂️
Sadly can’t speak for leatt’s armor but Acerbis makes good soft armor where the protection itself is stitched in place in the fabric. The soft pants alone has saved my hips many times xD
Just try a guys small, these are very hard to buy without trying them all on but you might just get lucky with a small one of the one you like the most.
@@googleuser25 Men tend to be bigger in the upper back and shoulders, so it might even out in one of the more conforming jackets. I'd try one of the jackets with the impact foam type padding rather than the hard stuff maybe?
@@googleuser25 Ahh yeah, I wear a Troy Lee armoured shirt. It's light as heck and fits under a mountainbike jersey (I also use it for DH) That might work for you.
That really depends on the jersey you're wearing. Some jerseys I would say go with your normal size and other I would tell you to go up a size. - Chase
These will offer some protection on the street but some will be a little bulky for street riding. It's really personal preference if you'd like to wear one of these body protectors or get a street jacket that has integrated armor.
Many of them offer good impact protection, however, these are not designed for street use. The abrasion resistance on these isn't anywhere near a good, quality riding jacket and depending on the jacket, it could tough to get these underneath a jacket.
They are not abresion resisten. When you go down on dirtbike you dont tend to slide for a prolong period of time like noramly on a street/sport bike. Its better to get a leather jackect for the street 😉
REALLLLY wished you would have mentioned how the Alpinestars V2 jacket annoyingly juts into your lower back when not bending over in the seated position, but then when you bend down the problem is that the chest protector moves up and jabs you in your adam's apple, practically choking you. TERRIBLE design.
Notice how none of these cover the side rib cage? I crashed on my side and my bruised ribs hurt for months. It was miserable and proof that the makers don't eat their own dog food.
That is a common issue, handle bars break the ribs easily, I bought the Leatt 5.5 for just this reason, has not happened since. A rib separation is just as bad as a break, great protection and works so well with the neck brace.
Racing mx/sx/enduro/free ride/etc can be dangerous when you have a big get off that's just part of the sport. There is no body protecter/chest protector that's going to save you from all injuries. It's a risk you have to mitigate in your mind or do a different sport.You can't enjoy yourself if you're worried about getting injured every time you jump on your bike imo. Even trail riding you have some risk and if you're in a "suit of armor" you give up movement/mobility. Being comfortable is important to and a lot of the guys I know that race/ride. I think the equipment today is so much better than 10 years ago it's amazing. I've still broken bones when completely kitted out it's just a risk you take when racing...or riding trails.
If leatt made an Airfit (non lite) with the same foam from the chest/back/elbow/shoulder on the rib cage I’d be all over that. I’m actually considering buying a back protector, cut it up, and get a tailor to sew it into my AirFit jacket. Also my other nitpick is the elbows and shoulder pads seem to be a little floaty... not convinced they’d be in the right spot in a crash.
Imagine if a company made a shirt with pads that came in more than 1 color and didn't look absolutely stupid. Hundreds of thousands of people have been wanting something like that for generations. All we get is this overpriced mad max looking nonsense. It is ridiculous. MAKE A SHIRT WITH PADS SO I DON'T HAVE TO SWEAT TO DEATH IN A JACKET AT 90 DEGREES AND OVER. How hard can this possibly be?
Daniel is doing a great job it's hard to stand there. Good episode.
More difficult than people know! Thanks for watching.
Dikka der ist doch high für drei
He's making it look really hard
loved the way you explained all models, keep it up
I use the Forcefield sport shirt level 1, very comfortable the material is base layer compression type with the armour being made from CE2 DRI-M technology which moulds to your body. Definitely one to look at.
What an amazing episode. This is how gear should be reviewed. Full marks guys!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Ive worn the EVS G6 for about 2 years. loved it although its a little bulky. but must say im enjoying my Thor impact Rig a bit more. more low profile but that last alpinestars one on your video looks dope.
Love these videos, thanks
You guys should continue to have the taller guys as models but the host should also be wearing one to show what sizes fit different type guys.
That's not a bad idea. Thanks for the feedback.
Rocky Mountain ATV MC i’m built exactly like the host and I know for a fact there is no way a medium would fit me.
@@mcriser We have our fit guarantee so you can exchange it for another size with free two way shipping if you need to. Or you can call in and order both at the same time and we can set you up with a return label so you can just send back the one that you don't want to keep.
Rocky Mountain ATV MC that’s why I spend my money with you guys.
@@mcriser That's what I like to hear! - Chase
the 2019 fox titan saved my life, highly recommend
i was wondering if you were wearing the alpine bionic action jacket. had it done better the protecting from scrapes and broken ribs?
Great video
i believe that leat 5.5 is the best because of the ribs protection.Every time i fall i hit them hard....
I want something like the fox titan but that’s abrasion resistant for street riding. But don’t want a full on jacket material
I love that fox titan jacket. Lots of protection and pretty cheap. Im adding spoke too soon for a little more i think i may go for the leatt.
If you want real protection I can confirm the Fox Titan does not provide the fullest of protections. It's a mid tier that's focuses on flexibility and comfort imo.
Great review How do these breath compared to the Tekvest.
Hey Chase which would you recommend for better back support as Im trying to get back on 2 wheels and offroad after cancer treatments with compressed spine in lower back , on the roads I have been using a kidney belt with a few upright bar type strengtheners but I want a bit more protection so I can do some trails with sons before the ol cancer fires up again , cheers and loving all the reviews and things you guys do cheers from Australia 🇦🇺 👍
Which would be best for dual sport riding? I would like to get one with a level 2 back protector, and that works with a leatt 5.5 neck brace.
I am thinking of getting an armoured top and klim dakar jacket. I would think that would offer better protection than the first gear kilimanjaro jacket I got?
Hi, for mtb enduro: Leatt Airfit Lite (or normal or hybrid) or the Alpinestars Bionic Tech V2?
Just wondering what armour is recommended as just starting out on motorbike, enduro, trails and a little track.
I noticed this was an older vid i was looking at the leatt 3df
Daniel stands there like he’s a character you want to select from GTA. Lol
for alpinestars bionic tech v2 jacket, what size do you recommend for a person 5ft5in and 145lb and waist 30in ?
So for sliding crash, is it better to have the plastic on top? Like on the elbow
Hi. One question. How protection that does not have hard plastic behave when hit and slide? Doesnt it tend to move since it kind of stucks on surface? I mean kneepads tend to move to side upon fall and not protect against bruises and concecutive hits
Which one would give the most protection for the front of the shoulder. I ride woods and am constantly shmucking a tree with the front of the shoulder. Looking for something to help glance off of a hit.
Hey guys! Woud the Fox Titan Jacket work well with an EVS R4 race collar without removing the back protector?
I'm liking the Fox only because I can remove the back plate. I use a Zach Speed pack for off-road that already has a integrated back plate (also removable).
How do you like the zach speed?
Is the version one or this current version better for summer (bionic action v1 vs V2)I live in Florida and I need some good protection that won’t give me a heat stroke lol
In the other video of the same chanel Daniel fits Large on Alpinestars Bionic V2 tech and here fits Medium, Whats the correct size?, thenks.
could you wear any of these under those kevlar anti-cut sweaters or would it be to bulky and obvious?
Can you take off the shoulder and elbow pads too? Or are they stitched on?
It would be helpful if you showed the jacket with a neck brace on so we could see the comparability.
Hi thank you for your very informative videos. Question with body protectors and chest protectors, which one would you recommend for best kidney protection? I lost a kidney in a crash years ago, so protecting the other one is of major importance. I am currently wearing a bull riding vest to protect , but the new lines of chest protectors seem to have much more impact protection, and look way more comfortable
Leatt 5.5 Pro HD
I just want to point out one thing to people who are looking at these because they like to challenge themselves and are not afraid to go down while riding / learning. You see at the end where he shows the "Floating" chest protection? Let's state one common result if you wear that WITHOUT the neck piece. That will come right up on both the Leatt 5.5 and Alpinestar top corners WILL break your collar bone. The chest protection, meant to protect you will shatter that collar bone if you are Not wearing the neck protection to hold it down and in place during an accident. I am not saying it will happen with every fall or even every 80 falls, but if you are at speed and go over the handlebars, it will happen. Be aware that these chest protection systems move the stress of impact to the outer edges, with the neck brace, it will disperse the energy instead of focus it on one point. Happy riding, challenge yourself and make it home safely!
Thanks for the info!
what jacket do you recommend?
@Max Muller so do you recommend getting a neck brace with it too ?
@@cnote8061 absolutely get the neck brace with the Leatt. Together combined is the best protection for people who are still pushing it and go down. I like it for the rib protection but the neck protection also locks in to protect the collarbone. Excellent all around. Have the fox titan as well and it's alright, great ventilation for hot days but doesn't matter what you wear geared up and riding a dirt bike hard makes you sweat period
@@cfvgd sorry I missed this, Leatt with neck brace hands down for my kind of riding, singletrack in the mountains, MX, enduro
I own an electric scooter that goes at 100km/h it’s very powerful! Would you recommend a body armor ? If yes which one of the top 5 in the list you recommend the most ?
The electric scooter is the wolf king gt pro !
Why never an answer when people ask about forcefield ?I'd like to know also how the FF pro shirt compares to the leat
5.5.Thx
I have an electric scooter that can go up to 100km/h do you think it could be usefull to get this kind of jacket ? If yes which one do you recommend?
Does Leatt 3DF AirFit have sufficient elbow protection?
I feel you never explained how the non-leatt ones fit with neck braces.
Looking to upgrade my sinisalo jacket, that has done a great job last years enduro riding. What seems to me is that these jackets don't protect the lower back and tailbone. This last one I don't care much, but the lower back is so important. How far those the 5.5 go down the body in order to protect it?
Filip, the 5.5 goes almost to the bottom of the back but certainly not to the tail bone. If any jacket went that far down you could never tuck in your jersey. I'd watch the 5.5 spotlight where we show a little better how far down it goes in the back.
th-cam.com/video/WBV9ToVqgtE/w-d-xo.html
I look kinda old school in mine but it’s worth the protection
Do you have something like this for a big dude with 53" chest? I'm in Thailand.
Witch one of these do you think is the coolest one to wear, I hate getting over heated on the bike.
I personally really like the Leatt Airfit and the Alpinestars bionic tech v2. Both fit well, seem like they would breath well. - Chase
They need a white one for us summer heat 100 days in arizona. A black one cooks me so im stuck riding early in the morning and I hate waking up at 430 am
Will these prevent road rash?
interesting to see you didn't include the EVS Ballistic G7
is the alpinestars bionic tech v2 enough protection for riding downhill or would you commend the alpinestars action over the tech v2?
Both would be great for downhill! Biggest thing I would consider between the two is the Bionic tech is slightly more low profile. But both have basically the same coverage. The bionic action jacket is also more than $100 cheaper too. - Chase
would the Alpinestars Bionic Tech V2 be suited for day to day traffic and driving in the andes mountains? Or better to get a jacket?
If it were me, I'd get a jacket with good armor. - Chase
Where can I buy the leatt shirt that he wear above the armor ?
I got a question here, I am riding a dual sport 790 Adv and I am looking for an armour that I can ride on the road with on the way for the trails and recommendations for something that I can rock on the way to the dirt?
Any of these would work for what you're wanting. The two that I like the most are the Alpinestars Bionic Tech V2 and the Leatt 3DF air fit. Both are comfortable and pretty low profile. - Chase
what's better for a road use the alpinestar bionic action jacket, or the fox titan sport jacket?
Hey there, did you ever find a good choice between the two? I'm looking for one to wear during hot days on the road.
can we use this for road/sport bikes too? I got a D-air vest ,can I use this as a base layer without chest and back protectors?
it is usually hot in my city throughout the year and I want sth to replace my bulky jackets
im interested in the leatt but how my mind thinks is ... if it is more lowprofile and only foam instead of plastic. will it be as strong as the others for protection? im really in need of some awnsers as i have broken my spine and popped my shoulder already and i just want to feel confortable while being protected. thanks and looking forward for a reply.
Which Leatt jacket are you referring to? The 3DF? One thing you have to look at is CE ratings. Plastic doesn't necessarily mean its stronger than foam if it's not CE rated and the foam is. The 3DF foam from leatt is really good. However, when it comes to abrasion, plastic would most likely be better. Let me know if you have more questions i can help with. - Chase
I have had a branch poke almost through the plastic of my old cheap ass chest protector and since then I feel like if it was just foam it would have gotten me for sure... just something to keep in my mind
So is hard plastic bettee than soft armor? 🤔
Hello, thanks for the video. Are you supposed to wear something under these jackets? If so, what kind of shirt would be best for hot weather? Thank you!
No, you don't need to wear something underneath these unless you want to. If you did, I would wear a tight compression shirt of some sort. - Chase
@@rmatvmc Thanks a lot!
I have a bionic action its a comfortable jacket but it looks a bit stupid with a jersey over it
Very helpful, but what fits us women? Particularly those with big chest?
Yes, we should help the big chested women as much as possible... !
Great general overview of these. Stinks there are no rib protection in any of these. Would be nice to see how a neck brace integrates.
Leatt 5.5 had rib protection
@@397coney7 Very True.
4:10 Daniel says to dislike the video.
Leatt makes the best stuff
What size jersey is he wearing tho
What about Forcefield?!
Would you recommend this for on the street?
Not the leatt one. It'll tear right off.
Has anyone used the airflow leatt body armour and burst the netting which hold the foam protection pads in place? Rendering the armour useless?
I am very sceptical at the price. I ride a lot of hard packed tracks and would be really upset if I destroyed the armour after one crash 🤦♂️
Sadly can’t speak for leatt’s armor but Acerbis makes good soft armor where the protection itself is stitched in place in the fabric. The soft pants alone has saved my hips many times xD
Yeah I agree. It might just render itself useless.
Hi guys, what about these protective jackets for girls/women? I've Google myself crazy trying to find something good.
Just try a guys small, these are very hard to buy without trying them all on but you might just get lucky with a small one of the one you like the most.
@@A-mechanics-review-4U I've thought about it, just worried it might be really tight across the chest 🧐
@@googleuser25 Men tend to be bigger in the upper back and shoulders, so it might even out in one of the more conforming jackets. I'd try one of the jackets with the impact foam type padding rather than the hard stuff maybe?
@@jamesmccansh3168 I don't want a padded jacket cause I want to be able to put it underneath different types of clothing :( I'll keep searching 🕵️
@@googleuser25 Ahh yeah, I wear a Troy Lee armoured shirt. It's light as heck and fits under a mountainbike jersey (I also use it for DH) That might work for you.
The mannequin is staring Into my soul
are motocross body armor also good or do they even give more protection than street riding jackets?
They give great impact protection, but you're not going to get the abrasion resistance you would from a high quality jacket.
The Leatt with 3df foam is way too hot 🥵
Those few holes do not ventilate enough.
What about washing it?
Do we need oversized jersey to wear this jackets?
That really depends on the jersey you're wearing. Some jerseys I would say go with your normal size and other I would tell you to go up a size. - Chase
halo can you guys plese link the things in this video
They are. You need to click on "show more" under the video to see the links.
Why are those meant only for dirtbike riders? On the road, it's just as likely to be hurt right ?
These will offer some protection on the street but some will be a little bulky for street riding. It's really personal preference if you'd like to wear one of these body protectors or get a street jacket that has integrated armor.
Are these good enough for street riding too?
Many of them offer good impact protection, however, these are not designed for street use. The abrasion resistance on these isn't anywhere near a good, quality riding jacket and depending on the jacket, it could tough to get these underneath a jacket.
Are there any good ones for women?
What is the orange jersey he's wearing?
That gear has since been discontinued, but it's the Alpinestars Supertech Jersey in the bright red/navy/off white colorway.
Damn Daniel you look like you’re fighting to stay awake.
What about armor for women?
why only motocross body armor? I also wear those on a naked bike
They are not abresion resisten. When you go down on dirtbike you dont tend to slide for a prolong period of time like noramly on a street/sport bike. Its better to get a leather jackect for the street 😉
That's a perfect NPC modeling job.
Did he say 6'1" , 185 LBS? Holy shit i have to start loosing weight...... im 6 feet 240 😳
Daniel kind of looks like his soul just left him
Complete ruins
The ventilation on the Leatt 3D sucks 🤷🏼♂️
FACE BACK TO FRONT DANIEL!!!!!
Nice video. i ended up buying one of these. (Please, "unique" is like "pregnant." You are or you aren't. There's no very unique.
REALLLLY wished you would have mentioned how the Alpinestars V2 jacket annoyingly juts into your lower back when not bending over in the seated position, but then when you bend down the problem is that the chest protector moves up and jabs you in your adam's apple, practically choking you. TERRIBLE design.
Plastic it's there for a reason!
Daniel is a NPC
Notice how none of these cover the side rib cage? I crashed on my side and my bruised ribs hurt for months. It was miserable and proof that the makers don't eat their own dog food.
The leatt 5.5 has rib protection.
That is a common issue, handle bars break the ribs easily, I bought the Leatt 5.5 for just this reason, has not happened since. A rib separation is just as bad as a break, great protection and works so well with the neck brace.
Racing mx/sx/enduro/free ride/etc can be dangerous when you have a big get off that's just part of the sport. There is no body protecter/chest protector that's going to save you from all injuries. It's a risk you have to mitigate in your mind or do a different sport.You can't enjoy yourself if you're worried about getting injured every time you jump on your bike imo. Even trail riding you have some risk and if you're in a "suit of armor" you give up movement/mobility. Being comfortable is important to and a lot of the guys I know that race/ride. I think the equipment today is so much better than 10 years ago it's amazing. I've still broken bones when completely kitted out it's just a risk you take when racing...or riding trails.
The perfect jacket would be the Bionic V2 or Leatt Hybrid with an hard rib protection IMO.
If leatt made an Airfit (non lite) with the same foam from the chest/back/elbow/shoulder on the rib cage I’d be all over that. I’m actually considering buying a back protector, cut it up, and get a tailor to sew it into my AirFit jacket.
Also my other nitpick is the elbows and shoulder pads seem to be a little floaty... not convinced they’d be in the right spot in a crash.
Can you be realistic and put a chubby dude to try this out? We know most of us are heavy set well some
Imagine if a company made a shirt with pads that came in more than 1 color and didn't look absolutely stupid. Hundreds of thousands of people have been wanting something like that for generations.
All we get is this overpriced mad max looking nonsense. It is ridiculous.
MAKE A SHIRT WITH PADS SO I DON'T HAVE TO SWEAT TO DEATH IN A JACKET AT 90 DEGREES AND OVER.
How hard can this possibly be?
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