Stopped by a Cabela's this afternoon while out riding and tried on the Frogg Toggs Road Tek rainsuit. They didn't have the color I wanted, so may have to mail order it.

 

I bought Icon. I really like it.

 

So you know....

 

Left Ohio and 300 miles later in TN in a rain that had cars pulling over the only thing wet was my hands and feet. It is basically gortex without the outer protective cover. They will melt as others have said. But a simple iron on patch either from Frog Togs or a simple ironing board iron on protector on the leg works great and you will not have a problem. I am still using my first set that are over four seasons old. Used them every single day for a week riding the Smokies and no issues. Dry them out at the hotel before stowing them away long term though. Avoid the musties.
Jeff

 

Another vote for HD Hi Vis Rain gear. I bought the Gaiter's also to go over my boots. Works like a charm. Amazom has the Rain Gaiter's on sale for 38.00 $$$

 

I was looking at the Harley Overpass II Rain Suit, which run $150 - $160. I did a quick Ebay search and found the suit for $85 at a Harley shop 40 minutes from my house, so I folded. Upon pick up, they stated that the price was so low becasue they chose not to carry the product any more. Regardless, it looks to be great quality, with reflective material and exhaust pipe guards. Now if it would just stop snowing and start raining.

http://www.harley-davidson.com/mcm/m...bmLocale=en_US

 

+1 Frogg Togg

 

I bought the Frogg Toggs Road Toggs (or whatever they are called - the wine is getting to me ). Have to admit that I have yet had an opportunity to try them out. It rained on me once since I bought them, but I didn't stop and put them on. They do, however, fit nicely into and have a wonderful look in the saddlebag. As regards the actual fit, they are baggy as hell. An old, fat fart like me looks good in them

I have it in my bucket list to actually ride with them on during a rain storm. I do try to set achievable goals and any reason to ride is good enough for me.

 

I use a Field and Stream 2 piece rain suit that I bought for fishing trips. It is a cloth type fabric and works great for me. Does not melt on the pipes- or it has not yet. cost about $100

I don't intentionally try to ride in the rain, however, I have been caught and the suit worked great. The only wish it was not dark blue for safety issues.

 

I have spent a lot of time researching rain gear on this site and elsewhere. I'm looking to buy a good set but not necessarily break the bank. I'm willing to pay for performance. I'm leaning towards the Harley HI-Vis suit. My question is...everyone says get the Harley gore Tex. Which Harley one is actually gore Tex??? I don't think the hi Vis is gore Tex. I don't think the 360 one is gore Tex either. Is the overpass gore Tex? If the overpass is the only gore Tex one then I might go with the hi Vis. Don't normally like the bright colors but been caught n the bad rain and the colors may save your azz as far as a cager seeing you. Any help is appreciated.