Why Motorcyclists Spend $2000 on Coveralls: Aerostich Oversuit Test 

"If it's ugly and people still buying it, it works" Wise words to come by

At first I wasn't sure about #43 cause he was this silent testing machine, but his purely chaotic energy is down right infectious

I’m digging more and more the 43 mechanic. I was sooooo excited for the car dragging test but Ryan is always watching.

I bought mine when I was working in an office with a dress code. Shirt, tie, dress pants, no problem. I rode thousands of KM in mine. My only criticism was it was hot. I would have sacrificed a couple of potential leaks for better venting. I made a detour on a ride to go to Duluth for custom fitting. Andy (the owner) came to see me as soon as I got there, and I was treated like royalty for my entire visit.

This guy is amazing. Fortnine are really nailing it with Ryan, #43 and the amazing job done by the production team.

It's not often that adding a new character to the show is a net positive, but in this case it's an overwhelming success. 2 great hosts, many great videos. Keep up the great work boys. We want to see both of you continue this.

The ultimate flex is ownership of a neon green aerostitch suit and hazard tape taped around your hard bags on your daily commute. I've seen it and it's glorious.

New guy seems to be getting more and more comfortable with each new video. Love the Ryan cameos. Happy that FortNine is now able to produce content more frequently. Keep it up!

Another point: Aerostich gear lasts. I've been riding mine for coming on ten years and it's holding up fine. Expensive, and worth every penny. And despite its share of wet rides, no crotch lake.

The improved amount of content is awesome and the quality didn´t suffer one bit. Love you guys!

Okay the 1:25 bit made me love this production team that much more! well played, well played

I bought my first Aerostich shortly after seeing my buddy's ER bill and the later cost of a skin graft. That was from a basically non-injury slide at 30mph. The abrasion resistance made sense then and still does now.

I’ve been wanting aerostich since forever. I saw it in an old magazine my dad used to keep and to my surprise they were still in business. But, I saw the price tag and my jaw dropped.

Dude, thank you for giving a proper explanation to the dreaded “Crafter crotch” leak problem, I’ve experienced that a few times myself on longer wet rides

No matter who the host is, this channel always makes great content!

I not only LOVE my aerostich but I have crash test dummy stickers on both my red Arai helmet as well as on my aerostich R3 suite (gray/red patches)! Love your videos and bought a KLR after Ryan tried to kill and rebuilt one on the video series. (Rocking a BMW R1200RT, KLR650, and Hawk250). Please keep up the great work!

I had SO MUCH hope for that scene in the driveway...and then Ryan ruined it. 🤣

Have a 2 piece suit that is over 20 years old and still going strong, Repaired once for going down and one jacket zipper, Great suit!

1:30 was the moment my coffee expressed itself right out ma nose. I'd love for you guys to cover Motoport's Kevlar jacket/pant and suit. I've owned their jacket/pant combo for 20 years with a couple of get offs, one at 60mph with a long slide, and the jacket/pant has the slightest mark of the initial impact, no abrasion. I walked away without a scratch. A small headache from my helmet banging into the pavement. I chose Motoport's Kevlar over Aerostitch's suit even though the Motoport is stiffer and the Aerostitch has more initial comfort. The Motoport got softer over time and after one long trip and a couple washes is pliable. Like stiff hiking boots that take a bit to wear in, but worth the effort. I would still like to try an Aerostitch. It seems to be "good enough" protection and water resistant. The Motoport is not water resistant at all requiring a Gore Tex layer underneath. For this reason I think I will try Aerostich for known rainy/wet/cool rides and the Motoport for summer.

I do not want to see anyone but Ryan. Here it is, I said it.

This guy is hilarious and production continues to put out entertaining and informative videos regardless of the host. Keep it up guys!

My friend has an Aerostich made for him many years ago, still use it to this day. He couldn't praise it more.

This is just going to get better. Load sharing across Ryan and 43 is a touch of genius. Keep it up boys, we love it.

43 is coming for you, Ryan. Not like that! He's genuinely talented and funny and engaging in a completely different yet complementary style.

Love my Aerostich R3 lite. I wear it year round even in the heat of South Texas. Crotch lake can easily be avoided by a careful fold so the lake does not form in heavy rain.

Great review. And more or less correct. My first Aerostich Roadcrafter is 23 years old this year and works great. I have about 75,000 miles on it. I just got a new R3 because of the upgrades and to get some new color in my life. I would put these suits up against any other gear, dollar for dollar, year after year, because, while expensive, they last seemingly forever and function great. By the way my entry and exit is closer to 10 seconds than 12. 😂

Love it. I've always been Aerostich-curious, but can't quite get past the fact that my local dealer dudes refer to their main Aerostich evangelist as "Sweaty Jim." I will probably get one once I'm older and fully past caring what anyone else thinks. When that time comes, how do I put it on Ryan's tab? Asking for all my friends.

It's good to see the new guy picking up the pace and having his own style of presentation with signature f9 humor. Ryan is definitely known for his fifty shades of sarcasm. 😂

I'm Italian and I think I've never seen or heard about the Aerostich :O

i think these suits look awesome and the market needs more affordable, one-piece, non-racing suits.

Over 100,000 miles on my 'stich. Ride in 12F to 104F, add layers when cold, open vents when warm, close vents and add a Veskimo cooling vest when hot. Suit is now road grimed. Saved me from cooling system scalding after colliding with a deer rupturing the system and totaled my FJR. You can wear a suit and tie and still go to work on a motorcycle. It is a good investment, stops you becoming an organ donor.

I am having a bit of trouble finding the suit in the video. It is specifically mentioned that your suit has 500 deniers all around but but when i click the link in the description the suit has 1000d patches on the shoulders knees and elbows. The light tactical suit still has no patches but that's where i run into another problem. Dispite being depicted on the website neither the regular or the light have the tan option only seemingly available in hi-vis grey or light black. I know it seems like a minor issue but i really like the look of the suit in the video how do i find a suit like that

Thank you FortNine. Awesome, as ever. One man’s experience here: the R3 leaks. At the crotch. Just like you noted. And it started leaking two months past warranty. Aerostich refunded 75 percent of the price. I tried their water proof leathers. The first set leaked, top and bottom. The second set only the pants leaked. Then I switched to Kilim. Bombproof. Only my experience.

Just here to say i really like both the new host and the higher number of uploads.

A trick that Aerostich are missing in their hot weather advice is to fill the jacket pockets with ice. I froze ziplock sandwich bags of water in the office freezer, and let them melt in my jacket on the ride home through Washington DC in the summer. The cool trickle did always soak the fabric in the Gentleman's Private Area, but it never soaked through. Top product.

Try wearing your roadcrafter on a 35C day and see how it works out. Then ride a gravel road at that temperature and see how you cook inside. It's a great suit but for a rather narrow range of uses. I have had a roadcrafter since 2009 and own two of them but when going on a motorcycle tour of any sort, I prefer my Revit Defender jacket and pants.

I've got a two piece aerostich suit from the early 2000s that is still rocking, still tough, and still water proof.

Do they make it.. not beige?

Love that guy. If it means more videos I wish him the best !

Ba-jeez, you lost me at $2K. Please do a video on how to rob a bank. You guys are the best.

In the product manual for the Darien, the panel that says "WARNING: adjusting or opening wrist (or other) zippers for ventilation may result in shifting of the impact pads in some crash situations. This may decrease pad effectiveness or allow an increased injury" was my fault. Hospitalised after a very low speed slide that ground through the Cordura and pushed gravel inside my tender elbow flesh next to the bone. You probably don't want to see that photo. Anyway, that was 13 years ago, I'm still wearing the jacket now, and it's great.

What’s the deal with ADV stuff being designed to make you look either like a storm trooper or a farmer?

After perusing the Aerostitch offerings I opted to go for their Falstaff oilskin jacket instead of the more practical and sensical Oversuit. I have to admit that I've had a softspot for oilskin ever since admiring jackets made of out of the fabric sold in BMW showrooms back in the 80s. The joke at the time was that ownership of an oilskin jacket was in the sales contract for a BMW bike. I couldn't afford one -- jacket or bike -- then but I can now. Jacket I mean. It's a fine, if bulky and somewhat unwieldy, garment clearly made with an attention to details that the price justifies. Though I have yet to be caught in rain while wearing it so I can't speak to how well it keeps a rider dry. But hey if I never have to ride through rain again I will still consider it a worthwhile purchase.

For $2K, not only will I be wearing it on the road, but I’d be sleeping in that thing as well! 😅

This may be your best work yet. I was legitimately laughing aloud at the drag test. Well done.

While 2k for a coverall sounds a lot, good protective gear is so necessary. Last week I crashed my bike by myself on an empty road at 30 kmph. Braked in front of a speed breaker, front wheel wobbled and I fell. I was wearing helmet, gloves, elbow and knee guards so I didn't get any injuries. Without those I definitely would've got some nasty scars since I skid some distance on the road. The foot rest of bike was broken. Always wear protective gear guys. Even if it's in front of your house and you are going the 30 kmph.

I'm 13 years and 140K+ miles on my Aerostich RoadCrafter 2 piece. It does have a nice "weathered patina" about it now but still works fine. Only problem, Crotch Lake is a thing in a downpour...

Man, with all these products he tells Ryan to put on his tab I wonder if #43 has any actual salary left at the end of the month.

Even their 2-piece gear is durable and well-built.. great stuff and worth it

For serious rain the 2-piece Darien jacket/pants works better IME. Good video.

I have been riding since 1976, and bought an Aerostich Roadcrafter suit about 11 years ago. Pretty much life changing as it enabled me to comfortably ride in cold and wet weather I never would have before. Earlier this year I crashed my KTM 890 ADV R on a logging road when I failed to wheelie well enough (rear tire spun up) to clear a small wet tree that had fallen across the road at an angle. I was moving at a pretty good clip, lost the front, and slide for quite a distance on 2" crushed rock. As I was sliding I was in disbelief realizing if felt like I had fallen into the ball-pit at a McDonald's Playland. Not a scratch on me, not hurt at all, and the suit still even looked fine... just real dirty. Only down side I have found is the standard cut suit is pretty bulky in the abdomen if you are riding a super sport/super bike due to their bent over at the waist fetal riding position. But great for anything more upright. Oh, also if you are very muscular and have a larger than average diameter neck for your height, the suit could use a little more neck room when fully battened down with turtle neck layers, like polar fleece, underneath. I just lube the zippers ever couple of years and the suit today is as good as when I bought it.

I own one of these Aerostitch suits. It is as good as they say, except for one thing. I daily ride when I can here in Michigan, and that daily use is hard on that long zipper. When the zipper fails, the suit is unusable and factory repair is expensive once out of warranty. I've been replacing zippers once every 2 or 3 years.

Broken in, NOT using Adventure boots (I prefer Sidi Adventure boots but putting on the one piece Roadcrafter gracefully is hit or miss for me - touring boots makes it much easier) can be done in around 30 seconds. Down side to the one piece, you stop for gas and refreshments while riding in the Death Valley area, you can't just take off your jacket like your buddies. PITA. However; in really cold weather I never get a draft up my back. So I finally got a jacket to go with my pants (my first Aerostich purchase) so I can pick the right suit for the ride. One friend found out that these suits last so long that replacement parts are no longer offered (Aerostich really should put all their cuts in the computer so this is not a problem - but his suit was made before computers were a thing).

Go to any gathering of the Iron Butt Association crowd and you can almost count the non-Aerostich stuff on one hand. Klim IS making inroads, but the 'Stich still rules.

Use me as "I love this format" button

Great video! I'd also like to shoutout Motoport who offers a comparable set of high quality protective outerwear, including kevlar. It's saved my skin more than once!

I have no idea what's going on, but this is intense.

If only there was a standardised testing and certification method to ensure riders could make an informed assessment of the protective performance of the protective kit they're buying! 🤔

I have to admit: I was worried when I’ve seen the amount of content you guys produced in the last few weeks, is it often accompanied by a drop of quality. But man, you guys rock 👍 but still, take your creative break if you ever run out of ideas, most subscribers are here (and used to) for the quality, not for the quantity

My Roadmaster leaks like a seive. Especially around the crotch. Always has. Even when new and after following the clean and seal instructions using the recommended cleaning and sealants. Yes, it's quick to put on and take off; yes it offers a lot of slide protection; yes there are a lot of nice touches like the magnetic collar clip; yes it is well made; and yes the service is quick and helpful. But it is a very expensive undersuit when you have to wear genuine waterproofs over the top.

A line-up of oversuits like you've done in the past for jackets would be well appreciated!

Only bad thing about an Aerostich?? They don't wear out! I wish my jacket would break or something so I could order a new one with these fancy zippers :)

I came off my 1290 super adventure at about 135 mph, luckily, I was wearing the same arrow stitch suit that I've been wearing for the last 6 years every day I got on my bike. I ended up burning through some parts of the arrow stitch, but some relatively minor road rash for an accident that fast is money well spent.

This was a genius move to build out the f9 universe.

It would be worth giving a rough estimate for under what conditions Coveralls wouldn't break through in a slide as compare to say prEN17092 AAA or AA rated stuff. Like I get saying "More protection". But it would be nice to compare to the sliding standards and other info to give a very rough estimate of how realistic it is for the "more protection" to actually matter.

That's why I've thoroughly ****** mine up now. Thanks for that... That's ruined another channel I can watch on my big screen with my kids in the background.. Typical... Cursing is a sign of a weak mind and a weak character. And you don't need to say it, I know this won't be a popular comment....

as a year round commuter, I have definitely been on the hunt for something lasting. not sold on the suit just yet - frog toggs' thicker suit for riding still has the advantage of being able to be stuffed into a backpack when I get where I'm going. thats key - even if I have to replace the frog togg suit every couple months.

First, making a garment that is better and more useful than the Klim Hardanger is as easy as (an Eskimo) pie. Klim tried and failed to adapt one of their snowmobile costumes I think. Aerostich remains the gold standard for moto-onesies, but i’ll stick with the two-piece approach for my own bike toggery. If I were a moto-commuter I would definitely get the aerostich suit - but sadly I am not such a person. At the beginning of the video you may notice a brief struggle getting into the suit. That's why im not a fan. Before you order an aerostich, I suggest trying out the concept - at the local work-duds store. Walmart also stocks these things. If you have no trouble trying it on and then riding, jumping off the bike, and pulling it off, you should have good luck with an aerostich. I, however, always have trouble. I can't explain why, but I always have trouble with a onesie.

Great job mechanic #43! You're doing this different, but at the same time, it is similar enough to make it fun and fresh whilst not copying Ryan's style. Great job! I'm really enjoying the video's!

Be sure you read the website about sizing. I'm a fat man and when I saw custom sizing I was like alright. But they don't offer much customization at all when it comes to actual size. Was a pretty big disappointment. So yeah, read the website and if you have questions call them up. They're a wonderful company but they aren't a plus size outfit :-) I made the mistake of seeing custom fit and just riding my bike up there from Texas lol. Was a fun trip even if it wasn't a success.

This is simply the best there is on RU-vid!! Thank you for the most entertaining and informative 5 mins I've spent in a long time 😂

1:16 yess.. We want human test subject over here.. next should be a helmet crash test, don't worry assistant are not that hard to find nowadays

I have been running a 2 piece roadcrafter for just shy of 20 years. My 1st was a used blue one that was 7 or so years old at the time. I just replaced it two years ago with a new slate gray one. As good as overall 500denier is, the 1000denier ballistics are even better.

Great video as always. No thanks though. I'd rather be wearing something comfortable that actually looks good and still have kevlar/d30 protection, etc. If I ever get so worried about riding I feel like I need a giant, soon to be filled with ballsweat, hot jump suit to ride. I'll just sell the bike.

You guys are KILLING it with these videos lately. The standard was already high, but you've raised it.

They've been doing this s*** for... Decades now? I know I wanted one since I got my second bike back in 2007. It's no wonder they have survived offshore-ism.

1:25 That scene was f'ing amazing

I have one and love it. Hint: don't buy a red one Bought it in 2006. Rain, np problem. I haven't had an accident but have met several people that were wearing one and came out without road rash. Even the old guys had only minor injuries.

After getting fitted by Aerostich at a pop up store, I forked over the money and began waiting for my roadcrafter. When my suit arrived, the top was too big. It didn't fit and had to go back. When the second suit arrived, the top fit, but the legs were now too short. The bottom half of the first suit and the top of the second one would have been perfect, but when Aerostich sent the third suit, the legs were still too short. I gave up. Sent that one back as well and got my refund. Still sad about that. The service was great, the people were friendly, but I would have been happier with angry mean people who could have made me a suit that fits!

Aerostich made in the USA, best known for Cold weather riding gear. I tried to purchase a heated vest from them during the Plandemic, but all their materials were on back order. Since I am very short and stocky .. I would only spend that kind of money if I stop at their Brick and Motor Store at the Factory and get a Taylored fit. I am open to try it ..

Good video. - the f word. Unnecessary

Worn, crashed in and thoroughly tested mine for the last 10 years in all weather conditions. Abrasion ratings suggest 1000 denier is the minimum needed to survive a crash, yet much of the industry only uses 500.

The only real downside on the stitch is that it turns I to a head sink over 90F.

My laminated textiles NEVER leak (rev'it horizon) so I cannot justify that price and can't mix it up with leggings

You put it on wrong!!!! Put it on the proper way (right leg, right arm, left arm, zip, zip) and you can easily cut that time down to 8 seconds.

Do US viewers know that you're talking C$? The current Aerostich is around US$1650. You also didn't mention that what you weren't showing is the additional protection on shoulders, knees, and elbows which makes it even less expensive, I think. I rode with the Klim Hardanger for a a bit over a year until I had a minor getoff and went back to the Aerostich; no damage except for ripping off the leg pocket. The Hardanger started with the full vertical zip like the Aerostich but they've since deleted that. A big advantage for commuting of the Aerostich over the Klim is for commuting. I can open a zipper on either side and access my pants pockets for unlocking doors after arrival. Small but meaningful!

So how does 500D Codura compare to dead cows? Both cheap carcasses sowed together by children overseas as well as the same cheap cows with the added price tag for the "made in US" sticker?

So the elephant in the room... when you ride out of the downpour dry and comfy into a 95 degree sweatbox... how long does it take the Aerostitch coveralls to fill up with your non-escaping because there are no vents gallons of "oh god I'm so hot why isn't there a breeze I'm going 90mph" sweat?

Hey champ thanks for making the Stitch seem cool. Real swell video sport. - Every Old Man

0:11 It's only after watching the video on DIY anodising that I understood where the #43 came from.

>Gold Standard >Khaki Suit Only way it could be closer is if the suit was highlighter yellow

I'm watching this on a break in a rainy ride across all of Kansas to Colorado springs, wishing I had one of those suits instead of a set of frog toggs.

just ordered a hi-viz with red accents Aerostich Roadcrafter suit…full power ranger vibes

love #43 if he means we get to see more fortnine content i’m in!! I am happy to see the channel grow to what it is today it’s like watching a tv show now

This suit makes me think of Noctua fans. Same ugly color, same position in the market: top of the line.

Cool! First decent Aerostich review ever! Please continue with the Daren jackets and pants! Cheers!

This video was so hilarious I watched it several times although I have no intention of buying this product. Good job 43

1:20 my only problem with this is he isn't wearing a full-face helmet... otherwise I say go for it.

The moment of 1:29 for the next few seconds made me spit my soup on my iPad. That was FUNNY.

Im not a bike commuter nor really a super long distance rider, but i still kinda want one of these.