12-11-2016, 03:13 PM
Well, I'm glad this jacket fits and probably will when I lose about 15 lbs around my gut (note my continued optimism about my ability to shed weight as I get older). It is a a more American cut than the Euro fit that Dainese and others often have. It is comfortable with the liner in and out. High quality zippers and fasteners throughout. Collar snaps down, so zero issues with wind at speeds up to 95 mph. Protection in elbows and shoulders stays well-positioned. No provision for back protector, which is very weird to me. I ride with a back protector that fits my A* leather and mesh jacket and have grown so accustomed to it that it feels odd to ride without it. The leather is thick and of noticeably high quality. It seems quite well put together and accommodating for either an upright or crouched riding position. It smells great. Pockets are good and logically arranged.
Jacket is warmer and affords better wind protection than my A* leather jacket, which is nice during the winter months here. At 50-54 degrees F today, I was quite comfy at highway speeds with my little Puig wind deflector and no electrics or other wind/weather aids. Might be good down to the low 40's, as it does seem to keep the wind out. There is a good flap setup and doubling of leather around the main zipper, which is nice in cooler weather, and a contrast to my Alpinestars leather jacket. Sleeves snap up nice and tight and my gauntlet gloves fit over nicely. Sleeves have looser snap position, too, which would go over summer gloves if one desired.
About the branding... to me it's fine. The lettering is and stitching is very precise and retro or perhaps even timelessly styled. It is cream, not white, which softens it's appearance. It looks like what you might expect in an actual vintage jacket, but I prefer a new jacket with reasonable new armor to protect me over a 60 year old jacket. I've always like the Indian branding, and I might be more accepting of it than some, as my grandfather rode an Indian in the early 1900's.
Overall, very, very happy with this jacket, and the super discount price takes away any guilt from the purchase. Glad I pulled the trigger on this. No regrets.
Jacket is warmer and affords better wind protection than my A* leather jacket, which is nice during the winter months here. At 50-54 degrees F today, I was quite comfy at highway speeds with my little Puig wind deflector and no electrics or other wind/weather aids. Might be good down to the low 40's, as it does seem to keep the wind out. There is a good flap setup and doubling of leather around the main zipper, which is nice in cooler weather, and a contrast to my Alpinestars leather jacket. Sleeves snap up nice and tight and my gauntlet gloves fit over nicely. Sleeves have looser snap position, too, which would go over summer gloves if one desired.
About the branding... to me it's fine. The lettering is and stitching is very precise and retro or perhaps even timelessly styled. It is cream, not white, which softens it's appearance. It looks like what you might expect in an actual vintage jacket, but I prefer a new jacket with reasonable new armor to protect me over a 60 year old jacket. I've always like the Indian branding, and I might be more accepting of it than some, as my grandfather rode an Indian in the early 1900's.
Overall, very, very happy with this jacket, and the super discount price takes away any guilt from the purchase. Glad I pulled the trigger on this. No regrets.