majrosebud Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 I'm 6'4" and 225 lbs. Everyone else is something different. So how do you find quality gear that fits. For me, I need clothing that has some extra length in it. Regular sizes ain't working for me. First Gear has the XL or XXL "tall" size I need. Might be interesting to find what other shapes are wearing. Link to comment
Paul Mihalka Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 I don't have it, but Aerostitch can have everything custom sized for you. Link to comment
Sailorlite Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 If you look closely toward the top of the newenough.com site, there's a "hard to fit" link - lots of choices there at decent prices. Link to comment
ltljohn Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 Motoport will do some custom work for you. I am the opposite I have a very short inseam and off the rack pants never fit. Motoport gives you instructions on how to measure and will set you up with gear that fits. No connection just a satisfied customer. Link to comment
OoPEZoO Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 I'm 6'2" 230 with long arms and legs. Everything I own is either First Gear XLT sized stuff or BMW gear. They are the only two companies I've found that I can buy stuff off the shelf that fits. All of the BMW gear I have was bought used......because their retail prices are stupid expensive. The First Gear stuff I bought new and fits me very well. I am unaware of any other companies that sell gear in tall sizes. Your other option is getting something custom from Aerostitch or Motoport. My next pants perchase will most likely be from Motoport. Link to comment
bmw_rider Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 First Gear also offers XLtall. Link to comment
Trinity Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 At www.advrider.com, there is an extensive "big/tall" gear thread. As I recall, it can be found under the "Equipment" sub-forum. Link to comment
longjohn Posted July 16, 2011 Share Posted July 16, 2011 +1 on First Gear. It will take you a while to find all of the pockets and air vents. Link to comment
Bologna Posted July 16, 2011 Share Posted July 16, 2011 http://www.aerostich.com/ Plan a trip to Duluth and get fitted. Link to comment
cruisin Posted July 17, 2011 Share Posted July 17, 2011 I'm 6'4" and 225 lbs. Everyone else is something different. So how do you find quality gear that fits. For me, I need clothing that has some extra length in it. Regular sizes ain't working for me. First Gear has the XL or XXL "tall" size I need. Might be interesting to find what other shapes are wearing. getting back to th OP's original question: I am 5'4" with a 27" inseam and drive; well -- see signature lines. I have a pair of custom sized Motoport pants for winter that naturally fit very well as I used their sizing instructions and they built to fit. I also have a pair of Tourmaster mesh pants in the shortest length they offered and they are not far from fitting as good as the Motoports. Jackets are all Joe Rocket and all the sleeves are about 3" too long but it is too expensive to have them altered so I live with it. Link to comment
Albert Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Whomever put the outfits shown in your avatar together seem to be adept at handling "special" sizes. Link to comment
tallman Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 That one won't be around for long. Maybe he doesn't know this is MRN. Link to comment
Albert Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 That one won't be around for long. Maybe he doesn't know this is MRN. Yes I know, besides I'm getting a headache from eyestrain. Link to comment
Francis Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 MotoPort custom made two outfits for me (6'3' and 165 lbs). Their normal sizing tends to run a bit big so you might talk to them and see if their off-the-shelf outfits might fit you without the customization. Link to comment
Pletch Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Vanucci is the brand that I have dound to fit my 6'4" 230 frame, they have a HUGE selection of stuff from short pants with 50 inch waist to jackets for guys 6'10" and 400 pounds (seriosuly seen it myself). You can go to www.louis.de, click the British flag in the upper right corner and get all the info in English. They will also ship to the US. Great bunch of guys! Link to comment
majrosebud Posted July 24, 2011 Author Share Posted July 24, 2011 You're right, didn't take long...dang Link to comment
majrosebud Posted July 24, 2011 Author Share Posted July 24, 2011 Thanks for all the info. I really appreciate it. Link to comment
Travman Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 At 6'3" and about 250+ my challenge is always my 36/37" arms. So far Firstgear and Tourmaster XXL Tall jackets fit. The challenge is getting anything but Black or Silver in the tall sizes. Pants are always an issue but that is with the entire clothing industry who apparently believe that your either short and fat or tall and skinny. Tall and fat guys do not exist to them. Link to comment
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