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From Pee Wee to Supermini. 

Is it time to make the same requirement for all classes?

This was implemented in the 2023 AMA Rule Book. 

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bodycast 7/13/2025 3:21pm
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Should really be for everyone.  Good start tho.

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Redsbengalswildcats 7/14/2025 12:58am
7/14/2025 12:58am

I don’t see the downside to implementing this. Maybe it will bring about more advanced protection. 

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dog_lover_136 7/14/2025 1:00am
7/14/2025 1:00am
bodycast wrote:

Should really be for everyone.  Good start tho.

I agree, needs to be for pros too. I can’t believe some guys don’t run chest pros, or front only chest pros.

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dog_lover_136 7/14/2025 1:01am
7/14/2025 1:01am

Also, I’m surprised that some of the back protection isn’t nearly as wide as the front side, I would think both sides would be equal in size. This is coming from someone who’s never ridden a dirt bike or owned a chest pro. Feel free to educate me.

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SlowOldGuy 7/14/2025 6:05am
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There is a proposal going before the AMAs Medical/Safety and the Motocross Commission to mandate for all riders.

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NicNak 7/14/2025 7:56am
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Kind of off topic but the new Alpinestars a-5 plasma is rated higher than the previous offerings. 

Is this among the highest rated chest protection? 

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avidchimp 7/14/2025 8:11am
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NicNak wrote:

Kind of off topic but the new Alpinestars a-5 plasma is rated higher than the previous offerings. 

Is this among the highest rated chest protection? 

Not sure about the safest as that isn't my field of knowledge, but I wore it for the first time a couple weeks ago and I honestly didn't even notice I was wearing it after about 5 minutes. I'll never ride without one again.

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profeshenal125 7/14/2025 8:37am
7/14/2025 8:37am

I bought a HRP outside the Jersey 3 yrs ago.  I like the floating net web on the shoulders & not noticing it’s on.  It’s lighter than a 98 fox too.  A Decal id kit doesn’t come with the clear plastic template anymore . High quality decals stick the the protector good tho.  I got blasted with 450 roost grass on clay steep uphill start   . I never felt it man can you hear it tho hitting your front # plate too.  

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JazzyJJ 7/14/2025 9:00am
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NicNak wrote:

Kind of off topic but the new Alpinestars a-5 plasma is rated higher than the previous offerings. 

Is this among the highest rated chest protection? 

avidchimp wrote:
Not sure about the safest as that isn't my field of knowledge, but I wore it for the first time a couple weeks ago and I...

Not sure about the safest as that isn't my field of knowledge, but I wore it for the first time a couple weeks ago and I honestly didn't even notice I was wearing it after about 5 minutes. I'll never ride without one again.

Did you try it on before buying? If not, does it fit true to the sizing chart?

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NicNak 7/14/2025 10:54am
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NicNak wrote:

Kind of off topic but the new Alpinestars a-5 plasma is rated higher than the previous offerings. 

Is this among the highest rated chest protection? 

avidchimp wrote:
Not sure about the safest as that isn't my field of knowledge, but I wore it for the first time a couple weeks ago and I...

Not sure about the safest as that isn't my field of knowledge, but I wore it for the first time a couple weeks ago and I honestly didn't even notice I was wearing it after about 5 minutes. I'll never ride without one again.

JazzyJJ wrote:

Did you try it on before buying? If not, does it fit true to the sizing chart?

also curious. from the size chart i should be a M/L but i'm a pretty small dude so i'm torn!

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PRM31 7/14/2025 10:58am
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Re: the A-Stars, feel the same about my Leatt 4.5 Pro Evo. Doesn't hinder me in any way. Each can determine whether there are any safety benefits.  

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avidchimp 7/14/2025 12:10pm
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avidchimp wrote:
Not sure about the safest as that isn't my field of knowledge, but I wore it for the first time a couple weeks ago and I...

Not sure about the safest as that isn't my field of knowledge, but I wore it for the first time a couple weeks ago and I honestly didn't even notice I was wearing it after about 5 minutes. I'll never ride without one again.

JazzyJJ wrote:

Did you try it on before buying? If not, does it fit true to the sizing chart?

NicNak wrote:

also curious. from the size chart i should be a M/L but i'm a pretty small dude so i'm torn!

I'm 6'1'ish and 190lbs, athletic build and I went with the XL/2XL and I am pretty much on the smallest adjustments around the chest, shoulders are good. Could have probably gotten away with the M/L if I am being honest.

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