Scorpion Stinger Phantom Jacket

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From Omaha

State:NE

Rider Type:Commuter

Age:25-34

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

4 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

4 / 5

Features

4 / 5

The Scorpion Stinger jacket is a great choice for a vented leather jacket. The Phantom is very low key, and it's quite possible to not notice it's armored at first glance.

Sizing:
It seems true to size. The torso cut is straight. I wear a normally wear a 48-50 and the 3XL was great fit. Without the lining, it's perfect. The lining makes it a slightly tighter fit, but still fine. At 6'3", I probably could have gone with the Tall size, but the standard reaches my waist just fine (belt loop connector reaches, but might give a wedgie on a sport bike). Arms are good, even when reaching for controls.

The ventilation is great in an upright position (I can't comment on how it feels on a sport bike). There is plenty of exhaust from the side panels/shoulders. It could probably do with venting/perf in the actual back, so you will probably get sweat spots on your back and very minor parachuting at highway speeds, if it's big on you. That said, it's still plenty cool while moving.

I've not had a chance to use the wind proof lining, but the mesh jacket lining feels comfortable. Jacket is comfortable with both long and short sleeves. The lining does a reasonable job of wicking sweat, but I'd still recommend a dedicated base layer for a better job.

The CE armor pieces are all soft and flexible, so it is very comfortable. They are held in place by velcro pockets. The pockets seem snug and the velcro closures are at midpoint of the pocket, so I don't think you'd be able to replace the armor with anything inflexible (but, I haven't tried to). The back armor is the standard thin foam pad, and is zipped into the pocket with a zipper about 40% from the top. The SAS-TEC 1/11 back protector was a drop in upgrade for me, but YMMV based on jacket size (not sure if the pocket is the same for all sizes). I was not able to slid the Knox TP-2 in, so I don't think any inflexible back pad will work.

Comfort items:
The jacket has two zippered breast pockets (liner has pass-throughs for access), two hand warmer pockets, and a zippered stash pocket.
The waist adjustment is fairly minor. The side panels are stretch material, but they don't stretch a ton. If your belly is much bigger than your chest size, you may have trouble fitting this jacket (maybe 1-2" of stretch). Shoulder and elbow stretch panels work great.
The sleeve zippers are not locking, but there are snaps to keep them closed. Riding with the snaps closed and zippers open makes pseudo arm vents.
No zipper connect for riding pants. Only a single snap closure for hooking through a belt loop.

Overall, I really like this jacket. For <$400, I think it's a good choice.

Rides: 2008 Kawasaki VN900C Vulcan 900 Custom

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Overall rating

5 / 5

Great product for the price. Great protection and style.

PostedJuly 5, 2011

Sid97

From Woodbridge

State:VA

Rider Type:Commuter

Age:25-34

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

5 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

4 / 5

Protection & Durability

4 / 5

Air Flow

5 / 5

Features

4 / 5

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The Scorpion Stinger Phantom jacket is a great jacket for the price. It is low key but very stylish. The reflective panels are minimal but work well. The fully perforated front gives great airflow while riding and the ventalated armor allows for your body to breathe while riding on hotter days. Keep in mind if you will be riding with or without the quilted liner for sizing purposes. If you plan to ride without the lliner then a size smaller is recommended. The stretch panels offer ample adjustment to accomadate a difference in proportions. I am 6'2" 265lbs and where a 2XL (tall). The stitching is high quality and gives a verylow profile but cool look to you while riding.

Rides: 2009 Kawasaki ZX600 Ninja ZX-6R

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Overall rating

5 / 5

Loved it.

PostedFebruary 17, 2011

Anonymous

From Orlando

LOVE the Jacket. I felt down taking a turn with this jacket and it did a great job. I did not break anything and the jacket only a minor scratch.

Pros Fashionable, Great Value, Comfortable

Yes, I recommend this product.

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5 / 5

Fantastic

PostedJanuary 5, 2011

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Close out pricing, wow! Thick heavy leather and good fit, with padding in right places. Stay warm down to 30's with liner, been up to 70's with liner out and not hot while moving (got the blue-black). I am 6'2", 180lbs, got the XL, extra room around the middle, but chest is snug, arms are correct length. Anyway, looks great and highly reccomend it at the closeout pricing, don't think twice, its a steal at $160.

Pros Comfortable, Rugged, Great Value, Fashionable

Yes, I recommend this product.

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3 / 5

Everything is nice except...

PostedDecember 14, 2010

Ron

From outhere

Ok, the only part I didn't like about this product is that they cheapped out on the zipper pull. I literally had the tags still on and when I went to pull it up again the zipper pull broke off. I had to get a new zipper from Scorpio. I don't think this one will last either so I might have to replace it with a better quality one in the future.

Pros Fashionable, Great Value, Comfortable

Yes, I recommend this product.

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4 / 5

Scorpion Stinger Jacket - Great for Tall Riders

PostedNovember 1, 2010

Kyle

From CA

Being 6'4" it's hard to find gear that fits right. It's great that this one comes in tall sizes. The only thing I wish is that the foam back pad could be replaced with some stronger CE armor, but the way the zippered pocket is designed, I don't think it's possible.

Pros Rugged, Great Value, Fashionable, Comfortable

Yes, I recommend this product.

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5 / 5

Best Looking Leather Jacket Out There.

PostedSeptember 7, 2010

Casey S.

From Peoria, IL

I am 6'4'' with 36'' arms. I ordered the XXL red/black to see if it fit for $170 instead of ordering a XLT phantom for $390. the XXL is a little too large around the chest and waist, but true to size and the arm length is exactly long enough to not look or feel dumb. I would prefer an XLT that would have the extra inch or so in the arms and smaller chest/waist but given the cost and color change I will settle. I like the red/black better than plan phantom anyway. Hope my sizing info helps. Purchased Aug. 2010

Pros Moves alot of air, Fashionable, Comfortable

Cons Tall sizes cost more

Yes, I recommend this product.

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PostedSeptember 6, 2010

Lyudmil T.

From OAK BLUFFS

Worth the money absolutely.Amazing product fit's true to size,very comfortable.Recommend!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Is the back protection upgradeable?

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If so, what size CE protector would fit this jacket?

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Answer:

Follow up to my previous answer:

The SAS-TEC 1/11 fits without modification in the 3XL jacket. Being flexible, the SAS-TEC can be easily slid into the pocket where I could not get the Knox TP-2.

The pocket doesn't cover the lower back. I'm not sure if the smaller jackets also have a smaller pocket.

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I'm somewhat answering my own question here, but I don't think the Dainese will fit. It looks correct size and dimension wise, but, as was alluded to in a review, the zipper on the jacket is about at around the 40% mark rather than the top or bottom. This means rigid protectors are unlikely to fit without tearing the mesh jacket lining while trying to get them in the pocket. From the video on the product page, that Dainese protector looks to be rigid, and thus would probably not fit.

The dimensions on the included foam pad are 16" by 10.5" (L x w).

I'm going to try trimming the SAS-TEC SC-1/11 to fit (it's about 1.5" too wide).

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Scorpion does not offer a direct upgrade, however, the Dainese N-Frame G1 Back Protector will fit in the pocket.

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