TroyBoy30
03-02-2010, 09:39 AM
Available in sizes for both men and women, Firstgear’s heated jacket liners are wired to work with Firstgear heated gloves. They fit comfortably, operate efficiently, and most importantly, maintain a safe and temperate riding experience. To top it off, a state-of-the-art Heat-troller is also available to vary the output of most other brands of heated apparel better than the original equipment. So instead of winterizing your motorcycle, keep it on the road by keeping yourself warm with tried-and-true, Firstgear, Warm & Safe heated apparel.
Firstgear's "no one left behind" policy ensures that riders of any model motorcycle can take advantage of the warming effects of heated apparel by choosing between either the 65- or 90-watt versions. Good for low-amperage bikes or passengers not requiring as much heat as the rider, the 65-watt units minimizes the draw on the bike's charging system.
Features:
• The Firstgear Heated Liner Jacket is available in 90-watt and 65-watt versions.
• Designed to be plugged into a DC power source or battery pack. Heat-trollers available to provide you with multiple ways to control the heat output in your heated gear.
• Exclusive dual-zone heating system allows you to use the single or the dual Heat-troller without rewiring the liner. Liner rated at 110 watts at 12.8 volts.
• Designed to be worn over a single layer of clothing, a t-shirt or other lightweight garment. A protective outer jacket should always be worn over it.
• Built to be temperature neutral, so that you can wear your liner all day and not have to change clothing when you need heat
• Lightweight soft nylon shell for minimum bulk, non-coasted finish for maximum breathability
• Form fitting, snug fit for optimum heat transfer to body
• Heating pads on front, upper and lower back, sleeves and collar for full heat coverage
• Integrated glove plugs and pants plug stow in their own zippered pockets when not in use
• Flex panels and action back allow a full range of movement for any activity
• Fleece inner collar to wick away moisture
• Packs into its own zippered pouch; included
I bought the jacket liner after it was suggested to me by Huey at Marietta Motorsports (http://bbcracing.com/). I had my doubts about heated clothing, but I learned long ago that if Huey says something works, it flat out works. If he recommends something or sales something in his shop, don't ask questions, just buy it!
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/productimages/OG/2008_Firstgear_65_Watt_Heated_Liner_Jacket.jpg
The FirstGear jacket liner is a piece of art work. It feels like a heavy nylon jacket, but unlike a summer jacket, it is stitched to fit close. My first reaction when I put it on was "uh no..." but then the designs genius came through. As close as it fit, there was absolutely no pulling or bunching when I reached for the handlebars. This liner is built to fit correctly when you reach forward. The sleeves are long, but not too long. There's no pulling across the back, and no bagging in the front. Both sleeves and body area have elastic panels that don't seem to stretch a lot when you pull them between your fingers, but work beautifully when the liner is on. The jacket fits my chest perfectly with a t shirt or long sleeve shirt under it. The heat output on this jacket is amazing and I only bought the 65-watt version.
http://www.desertcycleworks.com/images/SingleSemiTroller.jpg
The heat troller is a must have for great temperature adjustment.
The controller wiring is genius. Yes, it's more expensive to use an isolated controller, but the flexibility in being able to connect any combination of gloves/pants/jacket liner are really valuable. Single control, dual control, pocket mount, bike mount, it's all available. The controller feels solid, is waterproof and the knob is well damped for a nice "feel". There is a solid click which you can feel through gloves when you shut it completely off.
Overall a great product that well exceeded my expectations. If you are in the market for heated gear or are tired of having to pack your bike in moth balls for the winter mounts, run up to Marietta Motorsports (http://bbcracing.com/) and get Huey or one of the guys to order you some FirstGear heated gear! I can't recommend it enough. I will never go back to wearing 4 layers of thermals!
Firstgear's "no one left behind" policy ensures that riders of any model motorcycle can take advantage of the warming effects of heated apparel by choosing between either the 65- or 90-watt versions. Good for low-amperage bikes or passengers not requiring as much heat as the rider, the 65-watt units minimizes the draw on the bike's charging system.
Features:
• The Firstgear Heated Liner Jacket is available in 90-watt and 65-watt versions.
• Designed to be plugged into a DC power source or battery pack. Heat-trollers available to provide you with multiple ways to control the heat output in your heated gear.
• Exclusive dual-zone heating system allows you to use the single or the dual Heat-troller without rewiring the liner. Liner rated at 110 watts at 12.8 volts.
• Designed to be worn over a single layer of clothing, a t-shirt or other lightweight garment. A protective outer jacket should always be worn over it.
• Built to be temperature neutral, so that you can wear your liner all day and not have to change clothing when you need heat
• Lightweight soft nylon shell for minimum bulk, non-coasted finish for maximum breathability
• Form fitting, snug fit for optimum heat transfer to body
• Heating pads on front, upper and lower back, sleeves and collar for full heat coverage
• Integrated glove plugs and pants plug stow in their own zippered pockets when not in use
• Flex panels and action back allow a full range of movement for any activity
• Fleece inner collar to wick away moisture
• Packs into its own zippered pouch; included
I bought the jacket liner after it was suggested to me by Huey at Marietta Motorsports (http://bbcracing.com/). I had my doubts about heated clothing, but I learned long ago that if Huey says something works, it flat out works. If he recommends something or sales something in his shop, don't ask questions, just buy it!
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/productimages/OG/2008_Firstgear_65_Watt_Heated_Liner_Jacket.jpg
The FirstGear jacket liner is a piece of art work. It feels like a heavy nylon jacket, but unlike a summer jacket, it is stitched to fit close. My first reaction when I put it on was "uh no..." but then the designs genius came through. As close as it fit, there was absolutely no pulling or bunching when I reached for the handlebars. This liner is built to fit correctly when you reach forward. The sleeves are long, but not too long. There's no pulling across the back, and no bagging in the front. Both sleeves and body area have elastic panels that don't seem to stretch a lot when you pull them between your fingers, but work beautifully when the liner is on. The jacket fits my chest perfectly with a t shirt or long sleeve shirt under it. The heat output on this jacket is amazing and I only bought the 65-watt version.
http://www.desertcycleworks.com/images/SingleSemiTroller.jpg
The heat troller is a must have for great temperature adjustment.
The controller wiring is genius. Yes, it's more expensive to use an isolated controller, but the flexibility in being able to connect any combination of gloves/pants/jacket liner are really valuable. Single control, dual control, pocket mount, bike mount, it's all available. The controller feels solid, is waterproof and the knob is well damped for a nice "feel". There is a solid click which you can feel through gloves when you shut it completely off.
Overall a great product that well exceeded my expectations. If you are in the market for heated gear or are tired of having to pack your bike in moth balls for the winter mounts, run up to Marietta Motorsports (http://bbcracing.com/) and get Huey or one of the guys to order you some FirstGear heated gear! I can't recommend it enough. I will never go back to wearing 4 layers of thermals!