I did not realize HD (Harley-Davidson) made heated gear. :confused1:

Back to Mrs. Fox and her query .... (she's probably in Alaska by now ...

First Gear and Tourmaster (USA companies) are "new kids on the block" regards heated gear. Around a few years now. First reports are pretty good.

Is it as good as industry leader Gerbing? Dunno? Do research and find back to back comparo tests. I'm sure they're out there.

Warm & Safe make the gear for First Gear (used to be made in Pakistan, now?), Tourmaster are made in China, afaik. Gerbing: made in USA (or used to be).

Mrs. Fox ... no doubt you are aware Gerbing gear is for sale in the UK?
You can see their ads in major Brit magazines. Prices are (no doubt) HIGHER in the UK than USA ... so you may save a few bucks buying in US. (not Canada ... import duty)

You may find good deals on USED heated gear on various forums.

Widder! Haven't heard that name in 10 years. Far as I know they've been out of business for ages.

I've tested Warm & Safe vs. Gerbing. Gerbing was warmer, Warm & Safe was better made ...early ones sucked 90 watts!
Just 77 watts on the Gerbing. All are better now and draw less current.

The latest Gerbing uses some sort of micro-weave Kevlar fabric. Reviews are good, not tried one. More expensive of course.
Also, the new Gerbing's draw less current. .. big plus on low output systems.

IMHO, both First Gear and Tourmaster will soon catch up to and over run Gerbing. They can build the product cheaper and sell it cheaper ... and still offer a better product .... ONCE THEY LEARN HOW.

The original owner of Warm & Safe (supplies First Gear) is sharp and knows how to construct elec. gear. (I've met him) He had years of technical problems but has figured it all out at this point. Very good product.

As of now, my 10 year old Gerbing elec. jacket is still hangin' in there.

Chapter Two: How to wear an Elec. Jacket properly for MAX effectiveness.