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Just purchased a Rochester mesh jacket from Triumph, and it is great. It is similar to a Joe Rocket Summer type mesh jacket with a fully perforated design, shoulder, elbow, and back armor, and a leather Triumph logo on the back. Also included are leather lined cuffs, an embroidered Triumph Motorcycles logo on the right front chest, and a Union Jack patch on one sleeve. Looks to be a great option for armor in the Summer and all for around $150US. Good stuff from Triumph.
Ryan
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If I wasn't already stocked up on Joe Rocket Phoenix gear, I'd sure consider the Rochester. Looks like a nice jacket.
Todd Richmond
Grapevine, TX USA
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No worries, Joe Rocket also puts out great gear. Do you ride with the armor in, or do you remove it?
ride safe
Ryan
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Hey Ryan, You've seen my Joe Rocket. I removed the armor because of its bulk but there is more padding still in those armor points. I may put it back in for 'Thunder in the Mountains"!! Does the Rochester have zipper outer pockets? I know that's not the only jacket going to GA, right?! 
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Yes, it has the zipper out pockets. No, I will have full leather on most of the time I am guessing, including on the ride up and back. I just hope the rainsuit will stay in the luggage.
Ryan
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Hiya Ryan
Just had a quick peek on the Triumph website.
That jacket is £120 over here - that's around $220!!
Good deal there mate!
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Hey Mr. Adey,
Off-topic, but how do you folks across the Atlantic make that funky pound currency symbol? Do you need to have an English built 'puter to do it? hehehehe...
I wonder about stuff like that. Why I never achieved greatness in life I guess.
john
"It's not what I say that's important, it's what you hear" Red Auerbach
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I bought mine at the link below for $127.50 + $12.00 for UPS shipping. It arrived in four days. I wear a 44-46, bought a size 48 for a good fit. Comes with shoulder, elbow, and back armor. BTW, outside of being a customer, I'm not affiliated in anyway. http://www.madss.com/eshopprod_cat_1076-2695-2689_product_139206.Rochester_Mesh_Jacket.htm9Regards
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it is a very nice jacket. love mine and it also seems like it is very good quality
Frank
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That is a good site... Wonder how they get away with discounting Triumph items? No one else seems to....
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What is the difference between the Raptor and Rochester? Are these both summer jackets? Does one provide better protection over the other??
Sensei Keith
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Both are Summer jackets with protective, removable, armor. The biggest difference seems to be in the styling. The Raptor looks more like a sport jacket to me, but it is just a matter of personal preference. Both are excellent in my humble opinion.
Ride Safe!
Ryan
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