Shows you his Q rating was still strong.įor 1990, Answer continued its hard parts innovation with the introduction of their new VFC (Variable-Flow Chamber) muffler. This is four years after he retired but Hannah still out there selling stuff. Matthes: Yeah, I agree it’s not a great look to highlight the new gear right? Even the photo of Hurricane doesn’t really highlight the gear. As to the gear itself, it was virtually identical to 1989, with the sole significant change being this new monochromatic Pro-Glo 2 jersey and pants. While clever, I never thought they were particularly effective at highlighting the product. In their ads for 1990, Answer chose to go with these interesting two-page layouts that each featured a different play on words. Clearly the money was rolling in at Answer at this point. Matthes: O’Show looked good on Kawi and Answer in 1990! I actually liked those green Gator pants he used to wear and more than anything when I look at this ad, I think about the cost of a two page ad for Answer where one page isn’t used to sell anything. After a rough few years at Suzuki, O’Mara himself was nearly without a ride for 1990, and had to be bailed out by his buddy Jeff Ward, who convinced Kawasaki to give the 1984 Supercross champ one last factory ride. There was also a major influx of new technology in the early nineties, as new materials and innovative designs pushed both protection and style in new directions.Īfter a tough 1989, Micky Dymond was let go by Team Yamaha and Johnny O’Mara once again took over as Answer’s marquee star. Stylish designs, bold colors and made-in-the-USA quality helped the company based in Valencia, California stand out in a crowded field.Īs the brand moved into the new decade, it once again became time to transition to new talent as long-time sponsored riders like Bob Hannah and Johnny O’Mara moved out of the spotlight and into retirement. In case you missed part one, where we covered Answer in the 1980s, you can click HERE to give it a read.īy the end of the 1980s, Answer had established itself as both a hard parts powerhouse and a major player in the gear industry. By doing this, we can get a nice look at both the products they offered and their changing focus throughout the nineties. In this installment, we are once again going to focus on Answer’s advertising through the decade. Generally there are lots of different colors to choose from so don’t worry you can find the look you like.For part two of Moto Gear History, Matthes and I are going to look back at Answer Racing in the 1990s. You can buy the matching jersey and pants or you can mix and match. Luckily there are lots and lots of different options when it comes to quality dirt bike pants and Jersey. Riding for a long time in jeans is not a good idea and all the seams are in the wrong places and personally, I want to avoid rubbing everything raw. Riding pants are created with the seams in the right place to keep your butt and legs from getting rashes and rubbed raw! However, jerseys keep you cooler and also help prevent cuts from the brush.
Yes, can you ride in jeans and a T-Shirt. Riding jerseys and pants are actually something I recommend having when dirt biking. You get protection from the sun, dirt, and elements when wearing riding gear. Yes, they get paid to wear the gear but even those that are not sponsored choose to suit up with riding pants and a jersey. All the pro-offroad and motocross racers are decked out from head to two in dirt bike riding gear.
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