anyone using their multi to commute to the office, in all weathers, and need to be suited? Or any bike really. What kit are you using and how crumpled do you arrive? I have klim jacket that think would be fine, but quite fancied one of those all in one step inut jobbies. Don't think leaving suit at office is an option, have to take all my kit every day
I have one of these: RED-EYE CARRY-ON GARMENT BAG | Crease-Free Cabin Size Suit Carrier by LAT_56 I commuted to the city for two years with it on the back of my monster and always looked sharp as a result. Rain, sleet and shite. Hasn't let me down yet. Jobs changed but I still travel , it's still going around the world (literally) with me and I fly lots. Currently £50 cheaper than what I paid 5 years ago and I'd pay it again. It does mean getting changed the other end but I had that down to a tea after a while. Suit, shirt, shoes cuff links etc all fit in the lat56 and come out the other end uncreased. Can't praise the system enough. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I commuted into London on my multi. I wore size 48 textile trousers (i'm a 36/38) over my suit trousers and simply kept my shoes and jacket in the topbox along with my work bag. Get to the office, bag, shoes and jacket out and helmet and trousers go in the top box. Jacket covers any minor shirt creasing but that fades after an hour of being off the bike anyway. More and more now, on the bike, I opt for the casual city look of shirt, no jacket and some chinos with smart/casual shoes. Director hasn't picked me up on it so i'll keep doing it.
I'm so glad I'm a freelance engineer so I can arrive at work looking like shite and nobody bats an eyelid. In fact, I think it's expected.
Considered the oversize textiles but it's not ideal. You really want the material snug against the skin and if it does have armour, it is less likely to be where you need it to be if you have an off while flexing the MC hammer look..
I commute and I wear a normal Rukka suit with base layer, just take a bag in the top box and change at work (I leave shoes at work). It's less easy if I have to go for a meeting first, but if necessary I can squeeze a pair of trousers under the MC gear and wear the shirt with a neck tube to keep it clean. Shoes in the top box.
ok I do it, have been doing it for 6 years on my mts ! - 30-40 mils round trip every day, in fact the bike could be called more of a commuter than an adventurer... its brilliant for motorways and a and b roads, not so good for town / city center work as the engine gets hot and bothered and if thats ur scenario consider i'd consider a small cc bike... I cant afford big expensive rukka gear neither my planning is best, so this is my way...and tips - the cost effective method... get a good soft pair of boots with velcro - daytona excellent, and a good pair of waterproof trousers - dainese, a good soft jacket not leather - again waterproof but something you can wear every day of the year and wear good quality summer gloves all year round. wear your work shirt and tie under it, leave your trousers and shoes at work during week, bring home once/twice a month for polish/swap with other trousers. keep spare shirt, tie, pants and socks at work, in case you have a day where there is a deluge, you get dirty, wet-through to the pants. when it gets cold, double up under your trousers with some lycra and wear a fleece under your coat and wear a neck warmer to protect your throat. when you get to work, put your trousers and shoes on, but you can rush to meetings with your gear if u late! get some hair stuff because ur barnet will need a quick sort out everyday at work. top tip, if your gear gets wet - which it will, you will need somewhere to dry it, if you are lucky like me, you can put it in the server room where the air con removes the water during the day meaning it is bone-dry by the evening. Some people also swear by an all-in-one suite where you step into every day, but I have never tried that...
Server room is exactly what I use. Multi purpose! I did once put my socks inside a tower server case because I needed them dry quick. Worked a treat and I made sure they weren't going to drip onto the board :tearsofjoy:
ive spent hundreds (if not thousands) on goretx gear over the last 6 or 7 years and this is the only thing ive found to be 100% watertight when it properly sheets down on the motorway and youve got tidal waves of water washing over you Alpinestars El Nino Suit - Black / Grey - FREE UK DELIVERY £110 - leaves you plenty of spare change for some good heated grips
Leaving stuff at the office is t really an option, and tbh I cant wear the same trousers 2 days running....I dont like wearing same oair twice a week!
well, I see your conumdrum, something's gotta give... but you will get back the get-home-on-time-everyday and a great awake feeling in your commute, worth every compromise imo
The Aerostitch is the answer (or so I am told) I know two riders who have these and who commute and tour in them. One is an IT consultant and goes to meetings on his bike, the other is a plumber who goes to jobs on his RT with tools in the panniers! Men's Roadcrafter Classic One Piece Suit - Roadcrafter Classic - One Piece Suits - Suits :: Aerostich Motorcycle Jackets, Suits, Clothing, & Gear Both bought their kit whilst on Holiday in the US (Smart move given current exchange rates!)
I commute by bike regularly but tend to avoid days where it is guaranteed to lash it down. I wear a Rev'It Elysee textile jacket which is designed to be worn over a suit jacket. In the summer I just wear some Berghaus waterproof trousers over my suit trousers. In winter I wear some Revit commuter textile jeans which are designed to be worn over trousers. When it gets really cold I wear a base layer under my trousers and work shirt which I keep on all day. Easy.
I was not convinced on Rukka until I bought mine this year and it proved it's worthwhile. Monsoon thunderstorms in France for over 30 mins at a time and I was bone dry, (and the Pro-shell dries really quickly)
Aerostitch is the way to go. I know a few people that have these and swear by them. Speaking to a mate today who wears one he says the revit infinity 1 piece suit was great too, and had better zips, but thinks they may no longer be available.
Was in local bmw dealer yd and they have a new one peice commuter suit, zips to waist only but side of loegs up to almost hip height. At about £500 seemed ok value too. Will go back after my hols and try a set
Got a mate who commutes 100 odd miles a day to London from Cambridge who doesn’t share that opinion with all due respect mate. Not only did his Rukka gear let him down (quite substantially) but their customer care wasn’t exactly what you’d call great either. In fact I don’t think they could have cared any less from the stories I’ve been told.
