Vanson jacket appreciation

[Bawheid]

These 3 take some beating,,the Belstaff Montana works both on and off the bike,it's 25years old,,in Glasgow lingo ,it's a stoater.

Is it a regional variation to spell the aforementioned word "stoatir" with an i ?

 

[Peter Mackin]

Is it a regional variation to spell the aforementioned word "stoatir" with an i ?

It certainly is,stoatir is commonly used in the less affluent areas around here,,clydebank, yoker etc....

 

[polarWhite]

HD X Vanson Cycle King

 

[stringer]

Vans0n R@id is a beast So says my doodle,

 

[Peter Mackin]

Vans0n R@id is a beast So says my doodle, View attachment 667790

A raid is on my list.Theres one on the forum I'm waiting patiently on lol

 

[stringer]

My favorite jacket. They run big, size down one size.

 

[BB1239]

Vans0n R@id is a beast So says my doodle, View attachment 667790

I love the Vanson Raid! Looks good on you man. There's one for sale on eBay in my size, seller is quite proud of it and is priced accordingly. Pride keeps it from being in my closet lol.

 

[Peter Mackin]

Thought my luck was in, there two new raids at a dealer in Germany,, $370 ,unbelievable bargain, but ones too small and ones massive :-(

 

[BB1239]

Thought my luck was in, there two new raids at a dealer in Germany,, $370 ,unbelievable bargain, but ones too small and ones massive :-(

I've seen them listed online on W&W Cycles website, I think it was, for about that price. But of course, no 42, bummer.

 

[Peter Mackin]

I've seen them listed online on W&W Cycles website, I think it was, for about that price. But of course, no 42, bummer.

That's where I saw them,,hate it when measurements are in cm lolol

 

[abone]

I own 7 Vanson’s:

*TB Oxford in Whidbey brown cow hide;
*custom Oxford in CW;
*model B in CW;
*Chopper in CW;
*Comet in CW;
*model C in reddish brown CW;
*Raid in CW.

I wear the Oxford in Whidbey the most. A fabulous jacket.

I have a few other leather jackets that I never wear including an Aero Sheene in HH. I’ve worn it twice. I’d never buy another one because my body doesn’t work with Aero’s design.

Vanson’s are exceptionally comfortable jackets and the Oxford is equally adept on the bike or off. Superb jacket!

I’ve probably got 6 variations of comp weight and I like them all. The Comet is made in the legendary comp weight, but all the others are good too.

I have one 40, two 44’s and four 42’s, all fit pretty similar. The Raid 42 is the roomiest fit however, measuring 24.25 ptp.

I like Vanson!

 

[Peter Mackin]

I want your raid lol.

 

[BB1239]

I own 7 Vanson’s:

*TB Oxford in Whidbey brown cow hide;
*custom Oxford in CW;
*model B in CW;
*Chopper in CW;
*Comet in CW;
*model C in reddish brown CW;
*Raid in CW.

I wear the Oxford in Whidbey the most. A fabulous jacket.

I have a few other leather jackets that I never wear including an Aero Sheene in HH. I’ve worn it twice. I’d never buy another one because my body doesn’t work with Aero’s design.

Vanson’s are exceptionally comfortable jackets and the Oxford is equally adept on the bike or off. Superb jacket!

I’ve probably got 6 variations of comp weight and I like them all. The Comet is made in the legendary comp weight, but all the others are good too.

I have one 40, two 44’s and four 42’s, all fit pretty similar. The Raid 42 is the roomiest fit however, measuring 24.25 ptp.

I like Vanson!

How old is your Comet? I'd love to see pics of that, I love the older CW!

 

[abone]

Bought it used but I called Vanson to date it and if memory serves it’s around 2000.

 

[BB1239]

Bought it used but I called Vanson to date it and if memory serves it’s around 2000. View attachment 669927

That's a reallllly good looking jacket and nice hide! I like the symmetry of having chest zips on both sides, and the short front length, both for riding and for the way it looks. Great fit on you! I should give the Comet a second look. These Vansons multiply in my closet, I swear lol.

 

[El Marro]

That's a reallllly good looking jacket and nice hide! I like the symmetry of having chest zips on both sides, and the short front length, both for riding and for the way it looks. Great fit on you! I should give the Comet a second look. These Vansons multiply in my closet, I swear lol.

I own a Comet PLU3 from around 2005 that I picked up from a member here, also made from that good ole’ comp weight.. I think the Comet may be Vanson‘s masterpiece as it manages to allow a comfortable fit and full range of motion despite the trim cut and lack of any gussets, bi-swing, action back, side zips, or laces.
Simply put it is pretty close to a perfect pattern.

 

[BB1239]

On the subject of Vanson, rode to work today in the quilted C2. 31 degrees F on the way and 39 degrees F coming home. Only a long sleeve t-shirt under it. With the built-in quilted liner, double layer leather in the cross zipped front portion, and belt for cinching the hem to prevent wind from riding up the jacket, this thing performs beautifully. Great mobility while being nice and tight around the lower back for support. And a black C2 with brass hardware just looks so good to me. Man I love Vanson jackets I've had plenty of crappy riding jackets over the years, which I thought were good at the time. It makes me appreciate a good design that much more.

 

[ParkerFM]

I want your raid lol.

I recently gifted my as new size 42 Raid to my son - I bought it as NOS but it sized too large for me.
I suspect he only accepted to be polite to his Dad - I'll get in touch with him to see if he wants to keep it, or is prepared to pass it on - I warn you though, we are in New Zealand so freight could hurt...

When I emailed the Vanson factory asking about its age, Kim emailed me:

"That raider was built in 1997.
The history lists BLK as the color, which is our comp weight cowhide.
But the tanner for that jacket is no longer in business. We worked with
them for 35 years.
They were the best."

 

[photo2u]

I am putting a limit on the Vanson Collection.

Vanson Model AR black
Vanson Model AR brown
Vanson Model AR Beige with cool dragon on back.
Vanson Model B Black
Vanson Model C2 Black
Vanson Model F Dark Brown
Vanson Model E Black
Vanson Model E Dark Brown
Vanson Model J Black
Vanson Model J Tan
Vanson Model pj27 Black
Vanson continental chopper (Red lining)
Vanson manx
Vanson manx perforated
Vanson Swedish police Black
Vanson Cycle King 2020 production Medium,
Vanson Cycle King 2022 production Large
Vanson Cycle King 2020 production NIB Large (for Trade)
Vanson Cycle King 2004 production NIB
Vanson peforated vest Black and light brown

Big boy gives the sniff of approval.

 

[Peter Mackin]

Bought it used but I called Vanson to date it and if memory serves it’s around 2000. View attachment 669927

Is your comet a 42 or 44,could you measure the back please. There's one on ebay here a 44,and seller is quoting 22.047back ,,18.5 shoulder ,,and 18.5 pit to pit lol.ive messaged her ask to take measurements again ,seems it fits her husband who is a 44xl ??