Your feet are considered to be in the firing line, when you’re riding
your motorcycle. They are positioned closest to the hot parts of the
bike and the road, on which you are driving. Again, when it’s time for
you to stop the bike, your boots require making adequate contact with
the road. Failing to do so, your bike might end up in a horizontal
position.
This is why your boots are considered amongst the most important
accessories of your motorcycle. At the same time, they prove to be one
of the costliest accessories, which you must buy for your bike. There
are things, which you should consider while picking a boot for your
motorcycle similar to other accessories.
So, keep reading on and you’ll have all the information available to
you that can help you in getting the maximum return from your
investment. The information has been organized on the basis of different
riding styles.
Sport Bikes: Technically, racers feet are busier
than other types of rider. You are sure to find them constantly:
Shifting Gears, Braking, Dragging the Pavement, Shifting weight.
Thus, it throws a big challenging to boot manufacturers. Now, their
job lies in creating motorcycle boots, which are resistant to crush. At
the same time, boots of racers should give you maximum movement and
flexibility on foot pegs. Again, you shouldn’t overlook the needed
comfort and ventilation, while you are off your bike. However in case of
pure racing, off bike comforts are given less consideration.
Touring & Commuting: Even if you are spending
longer durations on your bike in between stops, you should give more
attention to off-bike comforts when opting for a motorcycle boot, which
is going to be used in touring & commuting. Apart from being
comfortable, they should also be waterproof, which can be useful during
long journeys on the road.
Cruisers & Customs: Previously, most cruisers
preferred wearing a pair of combat or cowboy type boots. While they are
still not an appalling option, you can go for boots that are
specifically made for cruisers.
Dirt Bikes: Boots for dirt bikes are also
manufactured considering the technical aspects necessary for a racer.
Uppers of such boots should be set at an angle for your riding position.
However, you might look a bit funny while having a walk in them.
Although they are mostly available in black, other colors are also there
for matching your bike and riding suit. Of course in case of dirt
bikes, the entire outfit will mostly stay covered in mud and color
coordination is surely not going to last for long!
So, make a decision on your motorcycle boots by giving consideration
to these tips and you’re sure to run away with an amazing pair of boots
for yourself.
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