RS Taichi RSJ832 GMX Arrow Leather Jacket

1. Phenomenal Jacket

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Posted by Eric Schwab on 13th Apr 2018

I originally bought the RS Taichi GPS Raptor jacket in a size 60, which is one step below this, because I preferred the styling on it as well as it being $100 cheaper. I'm 6'4" and 200lbs, fairly broad shoulders, the Raptor was tight in the shoulders and the sleeves were 3-4 inches too short for my monkey arms. I reluctantly bought this hoping that there would be a sizing difference. Luckily the 60 fit perfectly. Shoulders fit perfect, sleeves long enough, jacket length was perfect. I got the all black because it was the only one available. It looks really sharp. Couldn't be happier with it.

2. Best jacket I've owned

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Posted by Tom Smith on 10th Apr 2018

Received the jacket really quick and couldn't wait to put it on! The sizing chart put me at the 54 Euro but it's a little too tight. I'm 5'10", 210lbs with 45" chest. I could zip it up but there was no way I'd be able to use a chest protector so I'm exchanging for the 56 Euro. Cody was fantastic at helping me thru my order and STG customer service is awesome to deal with on exchanges.

3. Amazing jacket, even better store!

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Posted by Blake on 14th Dec 2017

This jacket is super high quality and very well made. The back protector it comes with is very solid as well. It's pretty much perfect in every way I can tell except in 2 small areas, the neck line in the front of the jacket could be just a hair lower. It just slightly pushes against my throat when I lean forward. And the snaps that hold the inner liner into the cuffs are kinda weak so they unsnap and pull the liner sleeve out with my arm when I take it off. Those 2 minor reasons are why I gave 4 stars.

Also I want to give stg props, I had originally got a 58 and it was too big. When I went to order another one the size I wanted was sold out. I called them up and asked about timeframe for when my size would be in stock. Literally the next day they had one shipping out to me straight from the taichi Warehouse in Texas. Stg handled my orders like a boss, I'm greatful to be supporting a company in America like these guys!

4. The Perfect Jacket

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Posted by Randy - Wrench222 on 5th Dec 2017

This jacket fits perfectly, I am 5'8" 185lbs with a 43" chest slightly stocky build and I went with the 54 Euro first, but it was too tight under the arms so I exchanged for the 56 Euro with the Awesome STG Returns Dept. effortlessly and it fits perfect! I looked at and have owned other brands of jackets, but if you want the best safety coverage for the money, looks and fit then look no further!!! This jacket already comes with the CE2 rated Armour and that includes a BACK PROTECTOR unlike the others that come with a piece of cheap Foam or nothing at this price!!! This jacket is also very soft and is almost broke in when new. It is best to use Lexol NF conditioner on it because it is PH balanced unlike other conditioners that will deteriorate the leather and weigh it down including mink oil. Lexol NF is the best conditioner on the planet!! The NF which stands for neatsfoot keeps the leather from darkening if you get a light color jacket. The liner in this jacket is superb, it is super thin, light and blocks out the wind very good. I will also be buying the Arrow Pants soon to zip to this jacket and complete my protection on and off track. Keep in mind that this jacket runs about an inch small in the chest and go to RS Taichi's website for a more accurate Jacket Size Chart because it is different than the one on STG's site.

5. 1 year review!!!

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Posted by Roman on 19th Jul 2017

This jacket is amazing. Absolutely amazing. To start off with i'm 5,11 and 140 pounds. I got the size 48 EU in this jacket and ended up selling it to my girlfriend because it didn't quite fit me length wise and since the gmx motion went on sale I ended up getting one of those. If I could get the arrow again (let me rephrase that, I will get it again) I would get it in a size 50. Use the size chart, its spot on! But I still rode in this jacket for over a year before selling it so I decided to give it a quick review.
To start with I ride an 03 R1 and 06 CBR 600RR year round, rain or shine, night or day, cold and hot and got the all black version of this jacket. Absolutely stunning in looks and fits my bikes and helmets perfectly! I live in the SF Bay Area and ride year round so I meet and see hundreds of riders. I absolutely love riding and walking past riders whom wear dainese and alpinestars and getting death glares because my jacket is muuuuuch better looking!!!! :D Seriously this jacket looks amazing and few people wear taichi so its really got that unique factor going for it, compared to the endless lines of people wearing dainese and a*stars.
This jacket on top of its looks feels amazing as well. It works well with a backpack and has tons of stretch panels which make commuting to work and school and weekend rides with friends on my bikes so much easier because I am never uncomfortable in it. The leather is top notch, the stitching after a year of heavy use and abuse still shows no signs of even remotely coming undone or fraying and the armor is always secure. This brings me to the next point. The cost.. Yeah the jacket costs a lot but you're getting a genuine competition weight leather jacket with a full armor package (including back protection, beat that Dainese!!!) at a cost that other manufacturers would charge a few hundred more for. Also the jacket is fully perfed, and moves tons of air so there's never an excuse not to ride in it and looks and feels so awesome you can damn near wear it anywhere.
Be aware though that because it is a fully perf leather jacket it does get quite cold so starting midway through October until about March and even with layering it becomes unusable (at least for me) because its just to cold. However most sport leather jackets aren't made to be cold weather riding jackets so this hardly counts as a con. I will also say that the wind stop liner, at least for me, doesn't work well because this jacket flows far to much air. However a light thin hoodie on top of the liner fixes this for me. There is so much stretch that it makes layering quite easy. During the summer though......that perf is so awesome. I've ridden in 100 degree plus heat and while it still is hot as long as you're moving you'll be fine.
This jacket really does fit like a second skin. It moves with you, is very thick and if I were to ever go down in it, I know for a fact it would protect me. The leather is 1.4mm thick and it is genuine leather that is properly put together and constructed to a top notch standard. (not like the weird methods dainese uses on its jackets. Tutu leather...seriously guys?) I previously have had two accidents while wearing an alpinestars celer jacket and the gmx arrow is much much higher quality than that so it would protect far more. Honestly just get this jacket. You will not regret it. Use the size chart because it fits exactly like the size chart says. You will not regret it. I just cant reiterate that enough (Just make sure its the right size. It was a little to short for me though I still rocked the hell out of it!!!)
One last thing though, the shoulder sliders scratch incredibly easily. It never bothered me but if you are one of those people who get agitated by scratches then just be aware, the shoulders will scuff easily iand while this in no way affects the jacket protection wise, just a heads up. I will however say that my friend owns a gmx motion jacket and one of the great things about this gmx arrow jacket is that since the shoulder sliders no longer feature the air intake system, the leather around the shoulder will not get bunched up like the previous model was prone to do. Also this jacket doesn't have screen printing on its forearm like the motion did which is great because the screen printing does eventually fall off or begin to peel especially if you are caught in the rain with it. Buy this jacket, its one of those things that will pay for itself in the long run. STG is amazing in its return policy so if for some weird reason you don't like it you can return it as long as its unused. The whole process is hassle free as is par on course for STG. Also a big shout out to STG for carrying Taichi, I looked a long time to find one of these jackets available from a reputable company that I could trust, so props to you guys and gals!

6. Holy Jacket

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Posted by Thomas Newhouse on 23rd Mar 2017

In my opinion this is the best jacket on the Market. Quality and comfort is excellent as well as the protection. The first jacket I ordered didn't fit. STG handled my exchange with 1st rate class! Thank you to all the staff at STG you guys are great!

7. Fabulous sport bike jacket!

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Posted by RonDog on 16th Mar 2017

Bought the black with red trim jacket. Very well constructed, excellent ventilation, and damn cool looking!!

Also, the customer service with STG is 2nd to none! Very helpful and accommodating with getting the right-sized jacket and the right jacket for my purposes. Can't say enough good things about the customer service..!!

8. Best Riding Jacket Period

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Posted by Ryan on 29th Aug 2016

As the title states this is one hell of a jacket. I am blown away that this brand is not bigger, yes it is a bit pricy but easily one of if not the best motorcycle jackets I have seen at any price point. This jacket has every piece of armour that could be fit in a jacket. They designers really thought of everything when they built this from quality of materials, features for both comfort, safety and practicality. The wind liner in the jacket though is what really did it for me. I live in california and obviously it can get very hot here, and while many wont believe it also decently cold especially in the mornings which is when i commute to school. With the liner out it breaths excellently, well enough I could ride in the august heat here with minimal discomfort even when compared to a textile jacket. And on the other hand with the liner in, the cool wind blows right off in the morning leaving me comfortable.
As far as saftey goes, I havent had to test this part of the jacket and hopefully never will, but if i did go down I am fully confident this would keep me safe. Latly the style is awesome, i got the yellow and black to go with a yamaha 50th anniversary edition R6 and the yellows are a great match and the jacket just looks great. Even better than i could have hoped. Lastly as far as fit the size chart is a bit confusing but i am 6,2" 180lbs and the JP XL Euro 52 fit me perfect.

9. Very comfy jacket

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Posted by chris on 19th Aug 2016

I previously had an a*s gpr perf. that i gave to my son and i outgrew (was getting tight). The quality of this jacket seems right there with the a*s. Im no expert in materials , but this jacket has had good reviews on bike forums too. Like the other reviews say, its a great jacket. It has been in the upper 80's and 90's here and this jacket does the job. Better cooling than the a*s too although i had chest protectors before that i dont have on this one. So, that could have restricted the airflow a little. . I orderd the black in a 54. Im 5'10 about 190. At first , i thought the bicep/shoulder area was tight. But after wearing it a few times, it is fine. I love that it comes with a liner and a level 2 back protector. The bp seems very soft and flexible which makes me wonder, but i guess its safety tested for impact. im just used to my hard bionic one that was in my other jacket. I also like the fact that its not so flashy with logos all over the place.What I dont like is the side pockets are just a touch too far back in my opinion but not a huge deal. Also, the armor seems to be harder to get to (not the bp which is easy). But, not like you have to go in there often.This jacket seems like great quality and is very comfortable. i highly recommend it.