Joe Rocket Interceptor or VFR Jacket?

themoz · 09-12-2008, 04:46 PM

Hey Guys:

I'm looking a buying a jacket for "cooler" (ie. fall/spring) riding here in UT. The bike will be put away for the winter. A couple of jackets that have caught my eye are the Joe Rocket Interceptor and VFR models. Has anyone done a comparision between these two? Pros/Cons?

My local dealer has an Interceptor jacket but no VFR. Any other similar jackets you all would recommend. I plan on buying a Joe Rocket Phoenix 5.0 jacket next year for warmer weather.

Thanks in advance,

TheMoz

Buckwheat · 09-12-2008, 05:03 PM

I don't have any specific info for you those 2 jackets but I will encourage you to visit New Enough.com

They do buyouts etc and usually have a nice selection of Joe Rocket jackets at great prices. I just ordered 1 this week.
Their excellent review with detailed pics might help you in your decision.

Good luck!

themoz · 09-12-2008, 07:55 PM

OK, i took the long way home tonight on my bike and stopped by a shop that sells "other manufacturers" motorycles.

They carry Cortech by Tour Master. They had a jacket it was either the GX Air or GX Air Series 2, don't remember which- it seemed like a nice jacket and comparable to the Joe Rocket Interceptor. It did have alot of velcro that kept sticking to other pieces of velcro at inopportune times.

Anyone care to comment? Quality difference between the two jacket manufacturers? Both jackets seem to be the same price.

Dooohhh. Search and ye shall find>>>>>>>>[LINK]Anyone own a Cortech GX Air 2 Jacket?

jeff8478 · 09-12-2008, 07:59 PM

The GX Air isn't for cooler weather. The GX Sport 2 is. I have one of each.

KC-10 FE · 09-13-2008, 07:16 AM

If you're looking for cooler weather, look no further than the Tourmaster Transition. I considered the VFR & the Interceptor jackets & the Tourmaster is better than both. If you want one of the best textile jackets on the planets & are willing to pay for it, look at the First Gear Kilamanjaro.

KC-10 FE out...

kd4ysi · 09-15-2008, 06:57 PM

i have to agree with kc i have a tourmaster that ill wear in both hot and cold temps it has a zip out cold weather linner and a zip out rain liner and a zip off out side that opens up to a mesh with ce approved armor

kd4ysi · 09-15-2008, 07:00 PM

it was around 200 dollars but money well spent i wear it in 98 temp or 32 temp

SLOav8r · 09-15-2008, 10:39 PM

I'm tired of JR zippers jamming or breaking on the current stuff. My old alter-ego jacket is fine, but my newer pants are a bitch.

Tourmaster jacket, zero issues. Check out their mesh stuff. See if it fits well.

themoz · 09-16-2008, 10:44 AM

OK, so i ended up buying a new Cortech GX-Sport off from flea-bay. Its the previous model not the version 2. Great seller and price, if anyone is looking for the same jacket ping me and ill provide her info.

I'll wear this jacket until it gets hotter next spring/summer then I think i'll pick up the GX-Air.

Thanks for all the input. Very Helpful!

Longerfellow · 09-16-2008, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kd4ysi

i have to agree with kc i have a tourmaster that ill wear in both hot and cold temps it has a zip out cold weather linner and a zip out rain liner and a zip off out side that opens up to a mesh with ce approved armor

I fully agree on the Kilamanjaro by First Gear. I've had mine for years and no zipper problems, lots of storage, and has removable liner too. When it wears out, I'm buying another.

VsVFR · 09-19-2008, 05:10 PM

I agree with Slo on the zipper issues with the newer Rocket stuff. I had a sleeve zipper just zip right off in my hand on one of the new Phoenix jackets. But never had any issues out of the older JR stuff I've had. Like anybody I'm sure they are cutting corners any where they can! Too bad.

Vs

themoz · 09-22-2008, 05:34 PM

OK Guys, I've had a chance to take my Cortech GX-Sport Jacket on a couple of 2 hour rides starting in the valley and through mountains. It gets 5 stars from me. Great in warmer temps with the vents open and snug as a bug in the cooler altitudes all closed up. Plenty of pockets for storage, fits well, very adjustable, good overall jacket.. it was a great recommendation... thanks again for the help. I'd definately buy one again.

In fact, After things start to warm up next spring I plan to pick up the GX-Air for summer riding.

Now on to choosing gloves... The Cortech Vice or Accelerators look good....

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09-12-2008, 04:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
themoz Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Last Online: 12-12-2008 06:32 PM Location: North Ogden, UT - Find Me! My Ride: 98 VFR800FI - Red Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Joe Rocket Interceptor or VFR Jacket? Hey Guys: I'm looking a buying a jacket for "cooler" (ie. fall/spring) riding here in UT. The bike will be put away for the winter. A couple of jackets that have caught my eye are the Joe Rocket Interceptor and VFR models. Has anyone done a comparision between these two? Pros/Cons? My local dealer has an Interceptor jacket but no VFR. Any other similar jackets you all would recommend. I plan on buying a Joe Rocket Phoenix 5.0 jacket next year for warmer weather. Thanks in advance, TheMoz

09-12-2008, 07:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
jeff8478 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Last Online: 12-21-2008 09:23 AM Location: Deep River, Ontario - Find Me! My Ride: 2006 Interceptor ABS View my Photo Gallery Posts: 114 Thanks: 6 Thanked 6 Times in 2 Posts	The GX Air isn't for cooler weather. The GX Sport 2 is. I have one of each. __________________ Hey you, yes you, pay attention!

09-13-2008, 07:16 AM	#5 (permalink)
KC-10 FE I FREAKING RULE!!! Join Date: Jul 2003 Last Online: 01-05-2009 12:29 PM Location: Communist Peoples Republic of NJ - Find Me! My Ride: 2000 VFR800fi (Pearl Yellow) 1989 Hawk GT (Italian Red) 2005 Piece Of Shit F150 Lariat (Dark Bullfighter Red) View my Photo Gallery Posts: 1,591 Thanks: 13 Thanked 50 Times in 37 Posts	If you're looking for cooler weather, look no further than the Tourmaster Transition. I considered the VFR & the Interceptor jackets & the Tourmaster is better than both. If you want one of the best textile jackets on the planets & are willing to pay for it, look at the First Gear Kilamanjaro. KC-10 FE out... __________________ Instructor Side Sitting Switch Monkey Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCoach USAF Sport Bike Coach Stupid Hurts & Stupid Kills. Don't Be Stupid. ATGATT http://www.rockthegear.org 2000 VFR800fi Pearl Yellow 1989 NT650 Hawk GT Italian Red I don't discriminate, I hate EVERYBODY! Fight Communism, Free The People's Republic of New Jersey!!! RIP TSgt Christopher D Rey 1 Apr 1968 - 28 Aug 2006

09-15-2008, 10:39 PM	#8 (permalink)
SLOav8r Sky King Join Date: Aug 2006 Last Online: 01-04-2009 02:12 PM Location: Central Coast, CA - Find Me! My Ride: 1999 VFR 800 / 2000 CBR 1100XX Blackbird View my Photo Gallery Posts: 803 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	I'm tired of JR zippers jamming or breaking on the current stuff. My old alter-ego jacket is fine, but my newer pants are a bitch. Tourmaster jacket, zero issues. Check out their mesh stuff. See if it fits well. __________________ SLOav8r Will fly for food...

09-12-2008, 05:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
Buckwheat Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Last Online: 01-02-2009 08:18 AM Location: Ephrata, PA My Ride: 2003 Silver VFR800 View my Photo Gallery Posts: 67 Thanks: 8 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	I don't have any specific info for you those 2 jackets but I will encourage you to visit New Enough.com They do buyouts etc and usually have a nice selection of Joe Rocket jackets at great prices. I just ordered 1 this week. Their excellent review with detailed pics might help you in your decision. Good luck!

09-12-2008, 07:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
themoz Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Last Online: 12-12-2008 06:32 PM Location: North Ogden, UT - Find Me! My Ride: 98 VFR800FI - Red Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	OK, i took the long way home tonight on my bike and stopped by a shop that sells "other manufacturers" motorycles. They carry Cortech by Tour Master. They had a jacket it was either the GX Air or GX Air Series 2, don't remember which- it seemed like a nice jacket and comparable to the Joe Rocket Interceptor. It did have alot of velcro that kept sticking to other pieces of velcro at inopportune times. Anyone care to comment? Quality difference between the two jacket manufacturers? Both jackets seem to be the same price. Dooohhh. Search and ye shall find>>>>>>>>[LINK]Anyone own a Cortech GX Air 2 Jacket?

09-15-2008, 06:57 PM	#6 (permalink)
kd4ysi Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Last Online: 01-04-2009 06:54 PM Location: lexington sc - Find Me! My Ride: 1997 honda vfr 750 1971 honda cl100 enduro View my Photo Gallery Posts: 137 Thanks: 7 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	i have to agree with kc i have a tourmaster that ill wear in both hot and cold temps it has a zip out cold weather linner and a zip out rain liner and a zip off out side that opens up to a mesh with ce approved armor

09-15-2008, 07:00 PM	#7 (permalink)
kd4ysi Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Last Online: 01-04-2009 06:54 PM Location: lexington sc - Find Me! My Ride: 1997 honda vfr 750 1971 honda cl100 enduro View my Photo Gallery Posts: 137 Thanks: 7 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	it was around 200 dollars but money well spent i wear it in 98 temp or 32 temp

09-16-2008, 10:44 AM	#9 (permalink)
themoz Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Last Online: 12-12-2008 06:32 PM Location: North Ogden, UT - Find Me! My Ride: 98 VFR800FI - Red Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	OK, so i ended up buying a new Cortech GX-Sport off from flea-bay. Its the previous model not the version 2. Great seller and price, if anyone is looking for the same jacket ping me and ill provide her info. I'll wear this jacket until it gets hotter next spring/summer then I think i'll pick up the GX-Air. Thanks for all the input. Very Helpful!

09-19-2008, 05:10 PM	#11 (permalink)
VsVFR Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Last Online: 12-12-2008 04:49 PM Location: Western KY - Find Me! My Ride: 2006 VFR Pearl White View my Photo Gallery Posts: 230 Thanks: 12 Thanked 10 Times in 6 Posts	I agree with Slo on the zipper issues with the newer Rocket stuff. I had a sleeve zipper just zip right off in my hand on one of the new Phoenix jackets. But never had any issues out of the older JR stuff I've had. Like anybody I'm sure they are cutting corners any where they can! Too bad. Vs

09-22-2008, 05:34 PM	#12 (permalink)
themoz Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Last Online: 12-12-2008 06:32 PM Location: North Ogden, UT - Find Me! My Ride: 98 VFR800FI - Red Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	OK Guys, I've had a chance to take my Cortech GX-Sport Jacket on a couple of 2 hour rides starting in the valley and through mountains. It gets 5 stars from me. Great in warmer temps with the vents open and snug as a bug in the cooler altitudes all closed up. Plenty of pockets for storage, fits well, very adjustable, good overall jacket.. it was a great recommendation... thanks again for the help. I'd definately buy one again. In fact, After things start to warm up next spring I plan to pick up the GX-Air for summer riding. Now on to choosing gloves... The Cortech Vice or Accelerators look good....

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