Aerostich Roadcrafter Suite

[staledonut]

I'm finding myself drawn to the Aerostich Roadcrafter for its chick-magnet styling and for the brutal winters we have here in California.

For those that have one and are close to my dimensions (6.0', ~185lbs), does it fit in a FJR's saddlebag? I prefer leaving all my ridding gear in the bike and stepping into work in civilian garb. Thanks.

 

[markjenn]

My bet is that it will fit if you really are careful how you fold it - you may need a compression strap or something like this to get it cinched up enough to fit. The pads are the problem.

I have a two piece and getting either the top or bottom in one side is pretty easy. The only time I tried to get both in on side didn't work, but I didn't try super hard and a two-piece has more material that a single piece.

- Mark

 

[Toynut]

The back protector is the largest solid piece of foam with a plastic spine. It's velcroed on as are the hip pads, so if you are willing to remove and reattach it I'm pretty sure you could fold it into a top case. The back protector MIGHT be a bit too long, though.

P.S. I had to send my roadcrafter (size 48) back for alterations(pads removed).

It rolls up into a pretty compact roll without the foam.

 

[yamaholic]

No, it will not fit. I'm 6'2", 200. with roadcrafter and optional hip and back pads.

It will fit in a Givi E52 trunk without trying too hard, but that's 52 liters vs. 33. I can also fit gloves and one boot (not both) in the E52 w/ suit

I will say the suit is probably the best investment I've made with respect to riding gear!!!

 

[Mr Bill]

I'm 6'2" and 200 too. I don't have the extra protectors - just the knee/elbow pads that come with the one piece. I once jammed it in the saddle bag and I think thats why it leaks now :blink:

 

[Drake]

No, it will not fit.  I'm 6'2", 200. with roadcrafter  and optional hip and back pads.
It will fit in a Givi E52 trunk without trying too hard, but that's 52 liters vs. 33. I can also fit gloves and one boot (not both) in the E52 w/ suit

I will say the suit is probably the best investment I've made with respect  to riding gear!!!

Actually, it will fit.

I'm 6'-2" as well and I have a one piece "50" long and it fits.

It works best if I put it into one the bag liners and then put it in the side case. It's a little tight, but I have never has a issue with closing the case or my bags leaking because of it.

I roll the stitch into a bundle as it seems to pack better into the bag liner and then the side case... YMMV.

Edit: this was actually one of my criteria's that had to be met to make me want to buy this bike, I wanted to be able to fit the roadcrafter in one side case and my helmet into the other...

 

[staledonut]

Many thanks for all the feedback. I've resigned myself to the possibility that a Roadcrafter, at least the one piece, ain't gonna fit into a saddlebag without a production. I've also got a Givi V46, but wanted to retain its use for my book bag, but I can evict it and just schlep it when off the bike. It's nice being able to fit all gear (helmet, boots, summer mesh gear, and bag), in the on-board storage however.

Maybe I'll just go back to the ski jacket from my foolish years that I wore when it was cool. It compressed to near nothing. Now I cringe when seeing riders without proper gear.

Now, what colors to choose for the RC. Hmm. There's some hideous possibilities. Oh wait, I'm not out there for looks, but if I get attention 'cause I look ugly I guess it's for the better.

 

[deanw]

Now, what colors to choose for the RC. Hmm. There's some hideous possibilities. Oh wait, I'm not out there for looks, but if I get attention 'cause I look ugly I guess it's for the better.

I myself won't buy another hi-viz. My next one will probably be blue with black or grey- and if I want visibility, I'll just wear a vest over it.