The difference is the $500.00 one won't let the cold sneak through.I just bought the Indian Riding Jacket yesterday (RIDING JACKET | Indian Motorcycle Store). I rode it during the demo rides I went on and for a three hour ride today. I think that it has excellent quality. It looks and feels like it will last for several years to come. I also checked out the Men's Legends Jacket (Men's Legend Jacket | Indian Motorcycle Store). It also seemed to be of high quality as well and should be very warm. I just liked the look of the riding jacket better and the CE armor is a plus as well. The only problem I have is the cuff. It has a velcro strap to secure it but it kind of a tight fit to get your hand through. Also I typically wear an XL jacket so that is what I tried on first. It felt too snug so I tried to take it off to put on a XXL and had quite a struggle getting my hand free. I even had to have my wife help me take it off. My wife and I both have the IMC zip up jackets. The XL fit me fine but my wife had to get a size higher than she typically does.
Personally I haven't look too close at the leather jackets. I bought a Victory leather jacket which was well made however, it cost $350, not $500. Also it didn't keep me warm at all. It blocked the wind but the cold soaked through quickly. I don't know if the Indian leather jacket insulation is any better but I'm not about to pay $500 to find out![]()
You could be right, however the risk is hardly worth the cost IMOThe difference is the $500.00 one won't let the cold sneak through.
If it is important to you to have Indian branded leather then the dealership stuff will be what you are looking for.Looking for feedback from anyone who has an Indian motorcycle jacket. I like the looks on a few, but wonder how quality compares to Vanson or Fox Creek.
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I have the Indian riding jacket, removable vest with embroidery that you can wear on it's own. I have been through two downpours in it and the first one took three days for it to dry out.. It has held up all year. I do not like to ride without either leather or body armor. This one works great. You can even remove some of the armor for casual wear.Looking for feedback from anyone who has an Indian motorcycle jacket. I like the looks on a few, but wonder how quality compares to Vanson or Fox Creek.
Thanks for your feedback!