2015/16 Klim Lineup

[ghostrider990]

Is it just me, or is there a HUGE gap in the current KLIM lineup as the 2016 model year approacheth??

Top of the foodchain is the Adventure Rally @ $1500, and next step down is the Badlands Jacket @ $950.

Not really seeing a ton of options out there (I'm looking at Revzilla) in terms of colors either.

I'm trying to decide (yet again) between Aerostich and Klim, 2 piece Goretex Suits, and having trouble finding the relative $$$ comparison between models.

So, who knows anything about what KLIM is planning on releasing new for 2016, and when???

thanks,
gr

 

[MAN OF BLUES]

wow, at those price levels, Aerostich is a no brainer.... :-\

 

[ghostrider990]

Not really.

When you add in the TERRIBLY overpriced armor, pockets, any custom adds, you are pretty much at the same price point.
Gotta compare apples to apples.  :great:

gr

 

[pechorin75]

I don't know much about Klim, but I gotta agree about Aerostich "accessory" pricing. I put the word in quotes because I don't feel like a back protector and hip armor should be "accessories" on an $1,100 riding suit in 2015. But even if they are, $175 is a tough pill to swallow (oh, plus an extra $30 for the fabric sleeves that hold the hip armor).

Check this out. FirstGear Expedition one-piece suit on closeout for $299 shipped:
http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street/closeouts/textile_jackets_and_pants/first_gear/tpg_expedition_suit_2014.html

I tried one out, and it's not quite an Aerostich, but it really ain't that far off. I know it's not made in the States, and yes, it's on closeout...but the fact that I can buy this entire suit, including hip and back armor, for only $95 more than the hip and back armor alone from Aerostich tells you something...


But whatever...I guess they charge what people will pay.

 

[zg]

I have a Stich and have been very happy with it over the years for riding street in the winter, great suit!  :great:

But I realized the other week that the legs are too small around the bottom to go over my off road boots for riding my new dirt toy KTM... 

So I recently bought a Klim Badlands suit (it's even KTM badged which was a nice bonus  ;D), anyways it's a great suit as well and I'm very happy with it so far! It's got tons of pockets, air flow vents, D30 armor, etc. From a technical view it's far more advanced than my Stich!  :great:

I don't think much has changed on a Stich over the decades, which is somewhat of a downside IMO, but I'll still keep my Stich for riding street and use the Klim for off-road, win/win!  :great: :great:

 

[ghostrider990]

ZG wants, ZG GETS!!!  :great:

Admittedly, you have me REALLY thinking about that Adventure....but then  again, I was thinking about one
some time ago. ;-)

Nice Gear, and thanks for the review.

I think I KNOW what I'm going to be buying now....when I can afford it.

Keep the reviews coming!  :beerchug:

 

[Daytona_Mike]

Nice find on the Klim gear Jay, or should I say OJ-J :motonoises: :motonoises:

 

[zg]

Nice find on the Klim gear Jay, or should I say OJ-J :motonoises: :motonoises:

Stalker... :lol_hitting:

I see ya found me and my new call sign over on ADV eh Mike, nice!  ;D  :great:

 

[LSGiant]

I also have a Stich Roadcrafter for my road riding but I have found that for doing the off road stuff I just get to warm with full riding gear.

I have a full mesh protective gear like the Alpinestar Bionic includes the back protection and kidney belt, and then have an over jacket if it is cold or wet. I do have Klim pants with hip protection and I wear separate knee protection.

That is some nice looking gear. I just wish KLIM did not have to manufacture overseas. I got to support my Minnesota company whenever I can.

Again very nice stuff.

 

[Stevewfl]

KLIM  :great:

 

[ghostrider990]

As is typical for me....when I look spend a certain number of dollar$, I then start one-upping myself into better and more expensive things!  :-[

Since I'm already pushing the $1k mark for jacket/pants components, I'm now simply considering just going for it, and getting the best I can.

THe more I look at the Klim, the more I realize it really isn't made for sport-touring on the road, it's made for ADV offroad adventuring.
I tend to prefer a more European fit with my gear, and now I'm considering the Rev'it stuff.
Really impressed with the versatility and functionality of this jacket.

As much as I've always wanted a Stich, I just don't see the overall value given all the newer features of jackets like the Dominator or the Klim variants.

 

[Sailor_chic]

Ghost,

I'm in the same boat as you. I am finding that I one up myself and now want the best.  Motoport has really caught my eye as far a the most durable gear and a amazing warranty.
I'm in a total quandary on what to buy. I do know that I want a 2 piece.
The Dominator jacket looks quite nice, and it should at that price. Oh, I wish you would have put a price  warning next to your jacket picture above. Wow, it's pricy!

 

[ghostrider990]

I am ALL about buying the motoport...as a dedicated summer set of gear.
Was going to pull the trigger on this last year, but a job change and move said otherwise -- limited saddle time.

I have another post regarding me purchasing an Aerostich one piece last year, and sending it back.
Just couldn't resolve myself to LOVE it...and that was $1k of suit.
I WANT to buy a Stich, but they gotta get with it.

One thing I don't like about the Dominator gear (and you have to read the fine print) is the pants, and I think the jacket do NOT have all the pre-production venting zippers that were promised/shown in most of the reviews.

Due to price, it's tough to find alot of reviews on this gear, and feedback to the effectiveness.
Also, not a huge fan of Velcro pant cuffs, and for the price -- both jacket and pants should include Chest and Hip armor of equivelant cert. levels.

hmpf....still searching.  :-X

gr