Author Topic: perfered footwear on your k (Read 16385 times)

racinrich · « **on:** August 03, 2012, 10:11:52 PM »

ok so I've been riding for a while and always wore boots for support and shift padding but since I am 34" inseam I can't wear my boots,I am crouched like on a sportbike until I get a different seat. wear gym shoes but hard shifts are hard on my foot.What works for you

argent brick · « **Reply #1 on:** August 03, 2012, 11:12:35 PM »

I am retired military, so it is combat boots for me. What they issue the troops now is much better than when I was in. Try a pair of the new style boots. They are lighter and breath better than the old black leather boots.

I would like to try boots made by BMW, but they do not fit me well.

Lawrence · « **Reply #2 on:** August 03, 2012, 11:26:23 PM »

I bought these lovely Doc Martens, but found that with my crazy-low instep, they were non-starters. I've since moved on to Sidi OnRoad boots. They're expensive but nice, as I can walk in them without it bringing tears to my eyes. That's not the case with all moto boots. There's a fine line between protecting your feet in case of an unplanned dismount and realistic boots, i.e. boots you can walk in.
If you have big feet, you may want to consider my size 12 Doc Martens! They are well made re-pops of the classic design from back in the day.

roninvt · « **Reply #3 on:** August 04, 2012, 12:04:01 AM »

Aerostich Combat Lites are awesome.

argent brick · « **Reply #4 on:** August 04, 2012, 01:06:25 AM »

Do the Aero's or the SIDI come in sizes that will fit a narrow foot?

Photog · « **Reply #5 on:** August 04, 2012, 09:24:10 AM »

I wear Sidi Dohas, kind of minimal in the protection department, but way better than any street shoe. They are comfortable on and off the bike, adequately vented, but still warm enough for cool weather (IMHO). They have a flat, stiff sole, and are very grippy on the ground.

My feet are regular width, and the boots fit closely. My Sidi bicycle shoes are certainly narrow, but that's the norm for those.
My perception is that Sidi tends toward narrow, though I've not made a comprehensive comparison.

Lawrence · « **Reply #6 on:** August 04, 2012, 10:12:27 AM »

I think you're correct. I've narrow feet and my Sidi OnRoad boots fit well.
I cannot imagine being happy with a low boot if I'm on my K100RS. The K-bikes throw off so much heat that a substantial boot that covers the rider's shin seems essential. I once was riding with a guy who wore rather low cowboy boots when on his K100RT. After a particularly hot afternoon ride he had blisters on his legs!

TimTyler · « **Reply #7 on:** August 04, 2012, 10:45:10 AM »

http://www.lacrossefootwear.com/work/leather-boots/adamastm-hdtm-6-black-steel-toe-work-boots.html

Got 'em on sale locally for $65 a few months ago. http://www.whistleworkwear.com/ store had a clearance shelf with lots of heavy duty boots in my size.

roninvt · « **Reply #8 on:** August 04, 2012, 01:08:24 PM »

Quote from: argent brick on August 04, 2012, 01:06:25 AM

Do the Aero's or the SIDI come in sizes that will fit a narrow foot?

I think the Aerostich boots run normal or slightly narrow. My foot is a little wide, so I ordered 1/2 size bigger and they fit great.

frankenduck · « **Reply #9 on:** August 04, 2012, 02:03:25 PM »

I "stole" some brand new Alpinestar Tech Touring Boots on Fleabay for $75 and they are awesome. I got them 1/2 size too large so I could comfortably add heated insoles for winter riding. They are quite comfy and keep my feet totally dry - including a day I rode about 12 straight hours in some pretty heavy rain.

steved · « **Reply #10 on:** August 04, 2012, 03:17:56 PM »

I wear LL Bean winter slip on walking shoes
water proof and easy to get on and off.
Wear like iron too....@ $60.00

Lawrence · « **Reply #11 on:** August 04, 2012, 05:38:25 PM »

And they perform well in a get-off too? Crazy!

Scott_ · « **Reply #12 on:** August 04, 2012, 11:13:54 PM »

I am currently wearing a pair of 5.11 tactical swat boots from Gearzonetactical.com
Good boot, comfortable to ride and wear at work too. Just wish they would have lasted a little longer. I suppose if I didn't wear them to work they would last longer for riding.
I think I have had them less than 2 years and I have a spot worn thru the rubber sole to the underneath leather support.

Opus · « **Reply #13 on:** August 05, 2012, 11:21:22 AM »

Quote from: Scott_ on August 04, 2012, 11:13:54 PM

I am currently wearing a pair of 5.11 tactical swat boots from Gearzonetactical.com
Good boot, comfortable to ride and wear at work too. Just wish they would have lasted a little longer. I suppose if I didn't wear them to work they would last longer for riding.
I think I have had them less than 2 years and I have a spot worn thru the rubber sole to the underneath leather support.

Take them to a Cobbler/Shoe Repair Shop. They can re-sole them for you. I had a pair of Combat boots that I got in Highschool for ROTC. When I got my CB550 I used them so much that the soles wore through to my socks.(LOL) I to them to a shoe repair shop and the put a new (at that time) hard rubber sole on it that was also oil resistant. He even put a patch of leather over the left toe where my shifter was waring a hole in it. I kept them until they fell apart.

I have been useing water proof high top hiking boots but the soles tend to get hungup on the pegs. So I'm checking out shoes/boots also.

wmax351 · « **Reply #14 on:** August 05, 2012, 04:30:06 PM »

http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/14774?feat=510945-GN3&page=men-s-gore-tex-cresta-hikers-leather

These are the nicest boots I've ever worn. Good ankle support, solid build. Very comfortable and durable.

racinrich · « **Reply #15 on:** August 05, 2012, 07:36:53 PM »

thanks all ,will wait to get the new seat from kcinsb .this may position me better for boot use on shifter.Keep the shiney side up

Duc750 · « **Reply #16 on:** August 06, 2012, 05:53:47 PM »

If you're in Europe I'd go Frey Daytona (I think they are hellish expensive in the us though. Other wise aerostich combats or combat lites. Made by sidi I believe so should come up fairly narrow but are lace up anyway.

k100 · « **Reply #17 on:** August 07, 2012, 04:31:25 AM »

ITS OLIVER FIREMAN'S BOOTS FOR ME :2thumbup:

sh00ter · « **Reply #18 on:** August 10, 2012, 12:35:06 AM »

I wear these to work and usually don't take them off they are that comfortable. Fantastic support, very dry. Look great. All around fantastic.

TCX Five Plus Gore-tex

http://www.tcxboots.com/eng/prodotti-dettaglio.php?prodotto=12

tsbt · « **Reply #19 on:** August 11, 2012, 10:02:47 PM »

Sidi's Italian boots made by hand. Have some crazy vent system however I don't get the ventilation I need when riding although could be the heat the K throws at em. They are just below the knee as I wanted protection. After a year I feel some movement in the leather around the ankle not sure what that will do on impact. Sickest looking boots around http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/36/109/ITEM/Sidi-Vertigo-Boots.aspx

And these ones are sicker if you've got the moula http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/36/17321/ITEM/Sidi-Vortice-Boots.aspx

mystic red · « **Reply #20 on:** August 11, 2012, 10:26:23 PM »

Quote from: sh00ter on August 10, 2012, 12:35:06 AM

I wear these to work and usually don't take them off they are that comfortable. Fantastic support, very dry. Look great. All around fantastic.

TCX Five Plus Gore-tex

http://www.tcxboots.com/eng/prodotti-dettaglio.php?prodotto=12

Gotta thro this one in there then. Never too hot, never too cool, I give you the Air.

WoahGold · « **Reply #21 on:** August 12, 2012, 10:28:10 PM »

+1 on the Sidis, I really like mine because they have stiff outsoles which is good when you're levering on the pedals. Then when you get off they are still comfortable to walk in.
They do seem to run just a tad bit narrow. I've never really had a problem with heat though.

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