Bike gear

[Dan85]

Hi all.

With my looming purchase of another hayabusa next weekend time has come for me to buy a few new pieces of gear.

Firstly boots, what's a good mid-priced boot for those among us with larger calves? My falcos no longer zip up..........

Secondly, what are some decent but not overly expensive riding pants? just something comfortable that offers a little bit of protection for those lazy weekend jaunts about the place

Thanks.

[A^K^T]

The oxtar boots i have seem good , have had them two years now.

[DjPete]

just bought these second hand for 235 They come today. Hope they are ok. I tried the new alpinestars mx 5 and they were sooooo stiff.
Any pics of the new bike?

[BikerBoy]

I tried the new alpinestars mx 5 and they were sooooo stiff.

that's true Dj... but they do loosen up fairly quick (in the right places). I'm on my 2nd pair of mx5 and still also use my mx4wp.
Once you get past that initial break 'em in period, they are a great boot.

edit: just checked, mine are s-mx5 and s-mx4wp....not mx

[Dan85]

Thanks guys. Ill have a look around at the ones mentioned.

Dj when I pick the bike up next weekend ill post up some pictures.

[DjPete]

sounds good Dan. My boots came have them on. Feel good and fit well. They are SMX R but I dont think they make em any more.

[Skidmarx]

i wear RJays fuel boot, with fit calves i couldnt find a boot anywere that wasnt restrictive, the fuel boot is low cut, and extremly comfortable, id say more comfy than my $250 asics runners lol

[Dan85]

Cool thanks guys. Skidmarx i looked at the fuel boot and also these http://www.bikebiz.com.au/products/Alpin...Shoes.html

[Skidmarx]

oh wow, thats a nice looking shoe, i havnt heard of them before, but given that there alpine stars i would assume there pretty good,

[John]

I have big calves and the best mid priced boots that I found are Gaerne. If you want to spend more then get
SIDI vortice. They have an adjustable calf and everything else I might add. Best bought from the states

[Shifu]

Try AXO Aragon model. I have a pair and love them. No zippers, no laces and very comfortable

[Rev004]

Hey Dan another Busa you must be biting at the bit ...

As far as riding gear goes just about all the big brands do a good mid priced boot, I'm a bit of a Sidi Fan and have had mine for over 10yrs now and they have last extremely well but I don't have issues with my calves.

Riding pants well really depends on what you want leather or jeans.. there is some good priced leather around these days brands like RST do a reasonably priced leather gear and I know a lot of guys that have used it and been very happy. If your looking at the jeans type market then Dragon Jeans or something with ya Kevlar Stitching and inserts would be the go or there is some really good textile gear around these days as well.

Now after all that what Busa are you buying - New, 2nd Hand, Gen 1 or Gen II come on your holding out....now when you mentioned buying a Bus I've just clicked that you were talking about a Busa, when ya coming down if I'm not working might be able to meet up.

Now most importantly are you in for our Busa Run next year ???

[Dan85]

Ended up with the alpine star smx-1 riding shoe and rhok Kevlar jeans.

Hey rev I'm buying an 00 gen1 ill be picking it up Sunday at 9am

[Rev004]

Ended up with the alpine star smx-1 riding shoe and rhok Kevlar jeans.

Hey rev I'm buying an 00 gen1 ill be picking it up Sunday at 9am

Bugger I missed you Dan I am on my 24hr break Sun night Monday back at work Monday night (24th)..

Oh well, when do you head back to work???

[F.B.R.1347]

and you will need some of these...
some pants for you..