Tek vest

[sheetwright]

Just ordered a Polaris freestyle Tekvest off of ebay. Any pluses or minuses to this style, or brand of vest? Mostly trail riding, and agressive a lot of the time in the twist and turns. Saw there was a lot of types and options out there, but for around $150.00 SHIPPED brand new; thought it was a great deal. Have you guys had to change Jacket sizes for something like this, or are you not using a layer, or liner? First time with one of these, and thought with the new boost it was a wise investment. Thanks for the input

 

[Swiss Sledder]

That vest looks exactly like my Tek-Vest. I did not have to adjust jacket size at all. I was able to shed my middle layer and now only wear a thin layer, tek-vest, and FXR jacket. Always warm no matter how cold outside.

By the way, you don't even notice when riding.

 

[yam177]

Great investment I have been through three tek vests every single one of them was worth it!!!!

One was stolen two were to damaged in crashes to wear again

 

[sheetwright]

Is there any major differneces besides the name brands? So many look almost the same.

 

[yam177]

There are some differences HP chassis how they corner ext.

The new F5 is cats factory race sled with a 500 motor in it its a proven chassis.

 

[billey100]

Looks exactly like mine and I bought it right from the Tekrider at the Big East show. Wouldnt ride with out mine now as its just second nature to throw it on, dont even notice it. I am pretty sure they all come from Tekrider.com they just sell them to the OEM's so they can brand them. I would think the race one would be the best for super aggressive riding but this vest is a good compromise for weight and protection I think.

 

[skidooboy]

some tek vests have solid front plate v.s zip up.

solid front may offer more sternum protection than a zippered unit with the flexing taking place in the critical area. just my .02 ski

 

[yam177]

They all come from Tek Rider, The other company is Bwear.

The pr Vests don't zip and do offer more protection they also have shoulder protection.

http://www.tekrider.com/sx_pro_lite.jpg

 

[arteeex]

I've found the one I want...

 

[kinger]

Got a link to the ebay place you got it, was it a one off or do they have more? $150 is a steal. Thanks

 

[Super Sled]

I've found the one I want...

If i buy one, does it come with a guarantee my fiance will wear the Tek Vest with nothing else on??????



Mike

 

[sheetwright]

 

[sheetwright]

I've found the one I want...

NOW that is a Snow Bunny

 

[sheetwright]

There are some differences HP chassis how they corner ext.

The new F5 is cats factory race sled with a 500 motor in it its a proven chassis.

HUH!

 

[yam177]

There are some differences HP chassis how they corner ext.

The new F5 is cats factory race sled with a 500 motor in it its a proven chassis.

HUH!

Thats ok they will be tough but I really think Yamaha will still be a great sled in the class