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Unfortunately, a lot of these guys including Aerostitch are following BMW's example...thankfully the Japanese are not...
That said, there is still some quality stuff BMW offers, but you have to sift through the crap to find it...don't presume the label/logo in this day and age, provides you any assurance of quality or warranty.
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BMW still has some quality stuff...I used their Tourguard jacket and Summer pants...and the venerable K75s on my recent trip.
The Tourguard jacket may not get you laid, BUT will take care of you in the deserts, the monsoons, and the winters of hinterlands...its a good jacket and available on the cheap as its not stylish...
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Research the reviews out there though...as others have opinions too.
Speaking of which...
What ANNOYS me the most about the recent turn of events is that WE the 'adventure riders' who are willing to quit our jobs, put our arses on the line and take on trips like we do, are the ones who get the stiff arm from customer service...WTF?
We're the ones that help sell these products no? Unfortunately the truth to that query is complicated...and not one our community would wants to hear
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MotoEdde
BMW still has some quality stuff...I used their Tourguard jacket and Summer pants...and the venerable K75s on my recent trip.
The Tourguard jacket may not get you laid, BUT will take care of you in the deserts, the monsoons, and the winters of hinterlands...its a good jacket and available on the cheap as its not stylish...
Pennsylvania , BMW, Ducati, Triumph, Vespa, Piaggio, motorcycle, dealer, European Motorcycles of Pittsburgh
Research the reviews out there though...as others have opinions too.
Speaking of which...
What ANNOYS me the most about the recent turn of events is that WE the 'adventure riders' who are willing to quit our jobs, put our arses on the line and take on trips like we do, are the ones who get the stiff arm from customer service...WTF?
We're the ones that help sell these products no? Unfortunately the truth to that query is complicated...and not one our community would wants to hear 
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...Well said!
Another brand to try is Rukka, from Finland. Nice stuff, well built and very well reviewed, but VERRRRRY expensive!
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Maria, another thing i may sugest is, do some research and call the head office directly, go strait to the top. I've had to do this with BMW Canada with success (warranty issue) BMW will never get the point if they don't here about it. We are the true test platform for their products, and we must be vocal if we feel they are abandoning their commitment to designing the best gear and bikes.
BTW...Skype rules!!
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