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I agree with these observations. I will add that I think it's unreasonable to expect this type of jacket to perform very well above 85-90 degrees (not saying fddriver2 was implying that, just wanted to add). I usually switch to mesh around 80-85, because I usually have it with me. I've worn the Kilamanjaro at 90F+ and as long as I was moving, it wasnt horrible, but it doesn't compare to mesh. Another pro is the wrist vent. I love having that. It makes a surprising difference for me on hotter days. Unfortunately, I don't think that perfect 4 season jacket exists yet... vents like mesh in the summer, is waterproof, and allows me to wear my warmer layers and heated winter layers too. This jacket, however, is a great 3 season jacket and could be pushed to 4 seasons in certain areas of the country.

Jacket sizes have always been a tough fit for me, with wide shoulders and thinner waist. 5'10 190, but I wouldn't base my fit for yourself. To better help answer your question, attached is the size chart, which I think is pretty accurate.

Thanks. I have it in size large and it's working great for me too. XL is just too big on me

Pants sold. Jacket is still available

Hey everyone. I have two brand new items for sale that I could not return during the pandemic, which are unused and did not fit me. Both have D3O armor and are waterproof. I will ship anywhere in the 48 contiguous states for $10. If you are interested, best way to reach me is PM. I don't always get notifications on for sale threads. First Gear Killamanjaro Jacket - Size XL - $350 SOLD - First Gear Kathmandu Overpants - Size 38 Short $250 https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/firstgear-kilimanjaro-jacket?fbclid=IwAR3sfebCdZLmj4LYivOkg7Ypzxn2JaFc-1Q8L_EQmS-_-zM4Xn4lTKY6AjM&sku_id=1083758 https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/firstgear-kathmandu-overpants?fbclid=IwAR0AHMUc_DesxDrrkS7dkR719D5NhwjPM5NKlcil_Dli33pHfCjECBkT948&sku_id=800637

For anyone interested, I have a brand new and reinforced OEM windshield bracket for sale. I haven't posted it on here yet, but I have it and will eventually. I don't have an FJ09 anymore, so I have no use for it anymore. It has two extra gussets, to prevent the failure from happening again, added and then was re-coated black. If you are interested in buying, PM me.

I've ran all these tires (except the Road 5s) and absolutely love the Michelin Pilot Road 4s. I got an average of 8-9k miles out of a rear. I also got about 3k out of the stock tire, for a frame of reference. The wet grip performance was like no other tire I rode with. I'd do 90+ with wet roads, knowing I had PR4s on and I felt comfortable with the road condition.

My valves read just as tight at 21,000 miles. At 37000 miles, my head was shot; I have a whole thread dedicated to that debacle. I still believe there's a bigger issue than we realize. I went to corporate Yamaha and met with someone about my bike. They definitely know there are some major issues. One of these days I am going to write a blog post with a full write up on that experience... Riding my new Suzuki V Strom to Cypress, CA to formally complain to Yamaha in person lol.

Hopefully, I'll weld the extra gussets on next week and then won't have this problem again