TESTED! All New KLIM Hardanger 1-Piece Textile Riding Suit with Gore-Tex & D3O
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- Kyle from www.chapmoto.com puts the ALL New Klim Hardanger Suit to the test in the worst So Cal weather we have seen in decades. Check it out here:
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The Hardanger is KLIM's first fully armored, weatherproof one-piece riding suit engineered to be right at home on an epic long distance journey or your daily commute. Fully featured and streamlined yet durable, this one-piece riding suit provides high levels of protection and comfort. Industry first integration of D3O LPI vented armor system offers high performance impact protection while providing unprecedented ventilation.
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Never been a one piece riding suit guy but, I can see the advantages for the commuter and sport tourer. Very impressive.
Yes, there is a time and place for everything. Sometimes a Jacket / Pant combo is best and other times a 1-Piece suit is the ticket. Honestly, I was totally opposed to the one piece thing... until I began commuting 50+ miles each way. I tried the Centurion Suit ... and fell in love. However, I found that on weekend excursions or "Adventure Rides" I do prefer a traditional Jacket Pant combo. Thanks for watching! - Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
There is definitely a reason to have something like this or an Aerostich Roadcrafter or similar. VERY useful under a wide array of circumstances.
My Hardinger arrived this morning, before coffee. I found it confusing. Thanks for your step-by-step how-to! I'll have a coffee and try it again.
Sounds good.
Looks good... but a "near" copy of THE AEROSTICH ROADCRAFTER ....and still today..THE BEST piece of motorcycle gear I have bought...with fantastic customer service ...from Andy and his team ....keep up the good videos !!!
Fair enough! We appreciate the support and your input. Thanks for watching.
I bought one of these suits based on this video. Wouldn't keep me dry for 30 minutes in light drizzle. Leaked around the vent zippers. Also the wrist Velcro is backwards, makes a nice little pocket that catches the rain and funnels it into my Gloves. I'm sending mine back.
Sorry to hear that. This suit was used extensively without any complaints.
Nice walkthrough and review. Thanks for showing to us.
No problem 👍 Thanks for watching.
@@chaparralmotorsports I just bought one this morning, to replace my old Tourmaster Centurion suit..
Great review! Much appreciated
Yes Sir! Thanks for watching! - Kyle
Quick update on full time testing 👍
Hurricane/Tornado and extreme rain conditions - DRY minus ankles (wearing regular shoes)
38 degrees without heated liner - Okay
90+ summer degrees with all vents open - Overheating / Dehydration, switched to my mesh gear.
Overall this is as good as it gets! M
Riding a Concours full time and a Tiger 800 XC off road on the weekends
Great feedback Matthew! That about sums up my experience too! Great suit! Thanks for watching! - Kyle
All the “ suit” problems seemed to have been addressed by Klim ... Venting , adjustable armor ( specifically knee ) more pockets , and some current styling didn’t hurt . Bravo ! I’m on board after a near purchase on a Rukka or a Stitch
Thanks for your comment Rick. Check out this Hardanger post on my personal channel : instagram.com/p/BvM7bdjn7eD/? 9 Images of this suit in all sorts of different situations. 7k miles on it now... I really really like it! - Kyle
I like the armour pouches...I could probably use my Forcefield armour which is CE2 rated, as those pouches look quite big to swap out other armour.
Yes, it a neat idea and allows for more armor adjustablity than we have seen in any garment of this type.
It may have significantly more 'modern' features than an Aerostitch, but there are MANY reports of it leaking. All that Velcro seems convenient now, until the hook/loop wears out.
Many Aerostitch suits are still being worn ten years later. That is highly unlikely with Klim and it's 147 pockets, zippers, vents, Velcro.
Great observations. Like Aerostitch... the warranty is great.
Nice video 👍🏽 awesome review
Thanks Carl. Doing our best to use it, abuse it... and test if it will stand up to its claims.
While the Klim knee armour is fricken tiny that arrangement (taken from Aerostich) with velcro looks as though it would actually allow retrofitting something decent in the knee. Even with the straps though it still might not be enough to fix the problem of the armour moving about, That's my main gripe with Klim armour. Can't stand the strap design either- dangerous.
The gussets are a good feature. Look like a nice design
Good video- thankyou.
Hello, thanks for your insight. Ride safe.
Nicely done, good buyer info vid!
Thanks for watching Bruce!
Nice to see someone review it after putting some time in it.
I still have a question. How are the leg exit vents on the painted bodywork? They look like, if positioned wrong, they'd beat the hell out of the panels directly under the seat.
The exit vents are on the back of the thigh... they are no where near the body paint. -- Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
On my R1200rt bmw it does nothing to paint however knee armor protrudes obviously more than my knee would alone . Nothing is perfect but this is a very fast, versatile water proof set up . I’d love to see an interior ankle gather as air goes up easily even with boots . A removable tall collar would also be appreciated. My neck chin are always my “Achilles heel “of cold ( maybe from a decade of winter bicycle commutes ) Klim makes well designed equipment
@@pacibaco Nice feedback! I too have noticed the air up the ankle cuff.... I's like to see Velcro down there in place of the "two snap" positions. Good call on the collar - although they kinda did that with the collar hooks to hold it open. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment. -- Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
great review. would do a trip around the world in this suit? impresses me the design and simplicity- one layer do it all, vented, protected(only lp1 but still), quick to put on and off, ...
i am fed up of 3layer jackets
Possibly! It is a pretty great suit and with some proper laying could be used for certain climates. Maybe not extreme cold but it would depend on your other gear. Thanks for watching.
I own this suit PLEASE don’t not purchase the main zipper leaks heavily. Klim will not rectify the issue stating the zippers are only “ water resistant “ yet their website says Suit is “ 3-layer Gore Tex and completely waterproof “
Crazy! I personally own / ride in this suit and have ridden a 10 hour day in the rain... with hours of straight rain, without let-up. I have not been wet in this suit. I will reach out to KLIM for you and will inquire as this suggestion that your warranty claim was denied. We have found KLIM to be amazing when it comes to claims / warranty. Will be in contact... -- Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
@@chaparralmotorsports over a month and no update?
Thank you very much for the great review. I appreciate the detail you went into regarding all the features. I was not a fan of one piece suits but this one has me seriously reconsidering a one piece option for commuting to work.
Thanks for your comment Rodney. It is a nice piece of gear, that is for sure. Very versatile for the commute. Thanks for watching. - Kyle
Suit leaks ... Klim will not recognize this flaw . Do not purchase I’m stuck with a $1300 piece of garbage
I want a piece of gear to suit all my needs. I commute on a daily basis and haven't been able to find the perfect solution to go on a suit to the office but I feel this is perfect for it. Also, I do some adventure riding (on and off road) so I was wondering if this would be a good option for that as well?
Yes Sir! Go take a look at my personal Instagram page where I show this suit in USE! instagram.com/p/BvM7bdjn7eD/ These pictures show the whole story! instagram.com/Manybikes
Also stalk ebay for some used Aerostich suits. They can get pretty affordable, and another benefit is somebody else already broke them in for you. I just got a new R3 and it's so stiff.
I saw the size chart. I'm 6'0 with a 45" chest, 38" jean, 30" inseam. Do I regular or short?
Man that is a great question. You right there on the length boarder... with a 30" inseam I would probably say go with the Short... but you are 6' tall... so I would then think the regular. The Regular fits me great at 5' 9" tall. I wear a 30/36 waist pant with 32" length and they fit great. -- Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
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I find I have to take off my right Klim GTX boot to get in and out of it, a lot easier than getting dressed twice though
Wow Matthew. I can get in and out of it in my Sidi Crossfire boots... Strange your more hiking style boots are not fitting.
Really great review! Thanks for the effort.
Thanks Peter! We really like to get out and test before we put our stamp of approval on something such as this. Now, we can say with confidence, and with video proof that "It Works!"
this expensive suit is as protective as a t-shirt in a fall
Interesting comment--not that I agree. The fact that this is a one-piece suit with full sleeves, means that unlike a t-shirt, it wont slide up and expose your skin to abrasion in a fall. That alone is more potential protection than a tee shirt. But there is also padding in the back, shoulders, and elbows, as well as 750D CORDURA in key spots--again for abrasion protection.
@@chaparralmotorsports my comment was a hyperbole obviously, however I do not think it is very protective if compared to a proper winter jacket. It certainly is a nice gore tex suit which is fine on its own right but it comes at a price unfortunately.
Now I see how to get in and out of it
I have tried many different ways to get in and out... this has been the most successful / less awkward.... Thanks for watching! - Kyle
I just rode in 37 degree weather at 80 mph I was cool but not cold. GTX boots and short gloves
YES! That is why I like their gear. It works. The wind chill at 80 mph at 50 degrees is below freezing....
Mine leaks profusely. Klim said it’s resistant not waterproof
um what did you wear under the suit? any extra layers or thermal layers or just jeans and t shirt or jeans shirt & jacket ?? I know if I rode at that temp Id have my carhart cold weather coveralls over my reg clothes with Long underwear and an sweater and wind breaker jacket under the coveralls and a even larger jacket over the coverall
so in summer, is the suit comfortable w/ t-shirt/shorts underneath? vents open?
Yes! I have ridden this suit in Death Valley this past summer 100+ degrees and with the vents open and the GoreTex PRO shell, I was totally fine. Very comfortable and versitle suit. -- Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
@@chaparralmotorsports Thanks for the reply. Once i'm comfortable enough to ride up to your store, I'll check it out :)
The Gen 1 suit leaks (Klim even admitted so) - so they ditched the one piece zipper for the current generation. The current suit has three zippers, none attached to each other. Two leg zippers and a chest zipper. So much for convenience...
I struggled to get into/out of it four times in my living room before I decided that the redesign was absolutely terrible. I can only picture myself on a ride in the rain, dragging my wet boots through the center of the suit (where I will be sitting), and having the top collar and shoulders laying on dirty asphalt while I struggle to put this on. This was a very expensive, but ultimately useless piece of equipment - fortunately I am able to return it.
The suit I tried (and returned) was a large but did not have enough room between the shoulders and the crotch. I couldn't lift my arms up above my shoulders, and it was tight around my bicep and in the armpit when reaching forward for the bars. I tried an XL on in the store - it felt fine but it looked ridiculously huge on me. I'm 5'11" and if I was going to actually keep this suit I'd need to get a large-tall, but then the inseam would probably be too long (I'm a 32".
I'm getting a 'Stich next week.
Good morning, this suit may not suit every rider. Klim does a great job with their gear but may not be the best for all riders. Aerostitch does make great gear as well. Hope you enjoy it. Ride safe.
when I was looking for a one piece suit for commuting couple of years ago, there was only one manufacturer doing it:BMW...Glad to see there is another one now. It seems easier to enter/exit with this one, but I have to say that other that commuting, I don't use it and it is still not perfect when wearing a suit because it becomes totally wrinkled. Maybe I should give it a try when touring
Yes, the one piece suit is a dream for the commute or for heading to the gym, beach, etc where you want to be in shorts and light weight clothes when you get there and you don't want to have to carry with you & change into it once you get there. Having your use specific clothes under the suit while having the protection of a armor, abrasion resistance and waterproof features when in the suit is great. I'm a fan... - Kyle
Aerostich...
@@davelassell I have owned one... They are quality units, but have not updated with the times - My opinion. - Kyle
Dave Lassell ...yes, I looked at the Aerostitch, but their armour really isn’t up to spec. Looking at the charts on their website, their armour is a long, long way from the CE2 Level impact absorption that my Forcefield provides. There’s no comparison. I would be surprised if my CE2 didn’t fit inside these pouches.
@@ronanrogers4127 Aerostich TF5 armor (sas tec) 30% better than CE level 2 ratings.
GOOD VIDEO
Thanks for watching!
What is the overall opinion on this suit? Also, I am 5'10", 195#. Will a large regular work well for me?
It's a great suit, very well made, lots of great features and comfortable. Take a look here at Klim's sizing chart and that should help you figure out the best size. www.klim.com/size-chart
Can't believe that main zipper isn't a waterproof zipper!
Where did you you get that impression? The main zip is a fat tooth waterproof YKK zipper. ykknorthamerica.com/product/aquaseal/ -- Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
Maybe in version 2 Klim can add the 750D abrasion resistance in the seat and back thigh area. Another common impact zone.
Maybe... But I doubt it. The current material they are using in these ares is supposedly more abrasion resistant than their 750D and it is much lighter. This suit feels like a cross between an Apex and a Badlands. I really like it! Now... the one area I think they need to address is the zippers. I would like to see the "large tooth" zippers throughout the suit. The small tooth waterproof zippers are not a fan of dust, dirt and mud. - Kyle
did you just say that's it's 750 meant to be non abrasive when you're not wearing the suit - wtf would I care when it's not on me? lol
Yes he did say that. He's referring to the fact that the material isn't so rough that it would scratch you or others if inadvertently brushed against while hanging or whatever.
It looks like a great suit, but at 5'3" 180# nothing off the rack every works for me.
Yeah, it's unfortunate that manufacturers don't offer suits for riders of shorter stature.
Maybe call Aerostitch & ask about custom fits? They're pretty good at custom suits, bet it'll cost you though.
That is because you are outside the Normal Parameters. Time to visit Aerostich Rider’s’ Wearhouse in Duluth for an R-3 suit. The Very Boring Rally has been (and should still be in 2023) a total Hoot !
Totally worth the $$$
Totally agreed!
Hope they were civil about borrowing Aerostich's proven design. Looks like an exact copy of their zipper design.
We see what you mean. It's a common occurrence across all industries. Thanks for watching.