BMW Coverall suit (or similar). Any pointers?

leasky · Post by **leasky** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 1:02 pm

Looks as if I am to become an office type wallah as of next month, for the next couple of years. I intend to use the GSA as much as possible for the commute to work (3 separate locations in Aberdeen per week due to nature of job but none of them should take any more then 20 minutes from the house when using the bike). I will keep the top box on but remove the panniers. I shall only use the Mamola on those rare days when that strange big ball of fire thing appears in the sky.

Its going to be a collar and tie deal (unfortunately) and I was wondering what the collective thought may be on here as to the best type of one-piece effort to be used on top of "office" type clothing?

I have looked at the BMW cover-all suit but its fecking expensive; any other recommendations?

Thanks in advance,

Colin.

herrman · Post by **herrman** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 1:15 pm

Hi Colin,
Something like these??

http://www.getgeared.co.uk/Textile_Moto ... _Oversuits

Peter.

leasky · Post by **leasky** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 1:29 pm

Peter, that would have been ideal but the size for the more "rotund" rider appears to not be available in extra fat b@stard size.

My hunt continues.....

dave the german · Post by **dave the german** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 2:22 pm

if you just want waterproofs, I have a one piece BMW suit in XXL. Bought it in 2008 but never used it. No armour but it is quite heavy duty

slparry · Post by **slparry** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 2:24 pm

the spada one on the link Peter sent goes to 4xl 50/52" chest which is more fitting for the full fat rider

oh and chelsea boots keep the ankles warm for short term commuting and are ok with a business suit

StreetFlatTwin · Post by **StreetFlatTwin** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 5:03 pm

Don't bother take your gear with you (or even better leave it at work) and get changed when you arrive. Less hassle and more comfortable. Whatever you wear over your shirt and trousers will mean creases and looking like a bag of potatoes!!

Just my view and much cheaper!!

leasky · Post by **leasky** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 5:20 pm

StreetFlatTwin wrote:Don't bother take your gear with you (or even better leave it at work) and get changed when you arrive. Less hassle and more comfortable. Whatever you wear over your shirt and trousers will mean creases and looking like a bag of potatoes!!

Just my view and much cheaper!!

Yes, you are perfectly correct but unfortunately I am to be visiting 3 different office premises every week and there will be no dedicated changing / storage facility.

I really want to use the bike more now that I am going to be onshore based but its looking problematic...

Boxered · Post by **Boxered** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 5:32 pm

Not exactly cheap, but perfect for your requirements Colin

http://www.aerostich.com/roadcrafter-on ... -suit.html
or the lighter version
http://www.aerostich.com/suits/one-piec ... -suit.html

Steve

Al · Post by Al » Sun Jan 13, 2013 5:49 pm

I would fold/roll suit neatly into topbox and do a quick change in the toilets/rest area, assuming they are of a suitable standard

Al.

StreetFlatTwin · Post by **StreetFlatTwin** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 6:11 pm

Trousers, tie and shoes in the top box and shirt being worn and your good within minutes of getting to your destination and you'll look professional and presentable rather than a creased mess!!

If you have ever tried trousers under a set of bike trousers? There not that comfortable (maybe I needs a bigger size??) and looked terrible....but that's me!!

ianbcr · Post by **ianbcr** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 9:54 pm

ive got a brand new bmw leather jacket 3xl from the states.

(colin will understand chaps)

so you wont be dodging anymore ground to air missiles now then colin.

Twinspark · Post by **Twinspark** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 10:38 pm

I used to have a Heinz Gherkin 'romper' like those above.

Wore it for years over my work clothes - whilst I didn't wear a suit, it was trousers, shirt and tie.

I did used to keep some shoes in the top box and wear some Derry MCBs, though.

Kept me warm, dry and fit for work within a few minutes of arrival for around 50k miles.

I've been seriously considering one of the 200-300 quid offerings for our Euro holiday this year.

Blackal · Post by **Blackal** » Sun Jan 13, 2013 11:26 pm

Did some work in Aberdeen a few years back, commuting from Stonehaven each day. I decided that commuting in Aberdeen on a bike (especially on dark mornings/evenings) was a hazardous task.

Aberdeen roads are only slightly less dangerous than those in Helmand provence. Aberdonian commuters - drive angrily.

But - if you have to do it - I would still look at wearing ordinary bike gear, and changing on-site. Maybe only take the bike when you have less sites to visit?

Still with Stena?

Al

big rob · Post by **big rob** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 1:28 am

Blackal wrote:Did some work in Aberdeen a few years back, commuting from Stonehaven each day. I decided that commuting in Aberdeen on a bike (especially on dark mornings/evenings) was a hazardous task.

Aberdeen roads are only slightly less dangerous than those in Helmand provence. Aberdonian commuters - drive angrily. But - if you have to do it - I would still look at wearing ordinary bike gear, and changing on-site. Maybe only take the bike when you have less sites to visit?

Still with Stena?

Al

have to agree with Al, I often use a motorcycle to avoid the traffic jam that is ABERDOOM. I am disturbed that there are people driving in and around the city that would willingly take out a motorcycle if they thought a bike was gaining any advantage in the grid-locked chaos... good luck in your new venture Colin BUT be careful out there, oh! back to your original post, loose fitting overtrousers and a good all weather Jacket on top of your suit would work

leasky · Post by **leasky** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 7:06 am

Guys, thank you all for your thoughts.

I appreciate it isnt going to be easy avoiding the aggressive drivers and "bad day in Beirut" roads in Aberdoom; I just dont relish the prospect of sitting in a car for (potentially) 2 hours every day - albeit that may indeed be the safest option.

Ian - pleased to hear the jacket is wearing well.

Al - left Stena 3 years ago and went on my own.

Rob - Its a Project Engineers job with an Operator in Aberdeen and part of the remit is to do a fair degree of auditing on the 2 main sub-contractors, so its going to be 2 days per week at Dyce, 2 days in the town center and 1 day at Altens.

I suppose that using the bike may have been a bit of wishful thinking. I suppose its better then using a Super Puma at present though