Triumphrat

keithk · 06-22-2008, 08:54 PM

hi all. i am a new rider and i need a good pair of riding boots. i have looked at various models and have so far been unable to find a pair i like. being that i have a bonny i want to have something that fits with the "retro" look of the bike, but still have the safety features we all want in a boot. of specific importance is a good shift protector and heel guards. i also need something that provides good arch support and a sole which will not melt on the pipes if i happen to touch it. when i took the hd riders edge course the instructor wore a pair which i liked but forgot to get the brand name. for lack of a better description these looked like a bootie. they were a soft material, presumably leather, which laced up. if you could help me i would appreciate it. has anyone had experience with the triumph branded boots, especially the ones with the sympatex? thanks for the help, keith

Haggis · 06-22-2008, 09:12 PM

Very comfortable, dry, easy to walk in. they aren't retro, but under Jeans they look very neutral.

Sheepdog · 06-22-2008, 11:05 PM

Whether riding my motorcycle or my bicycle, I like Sidis. However, it is best to try shoes on first...particularly those that come from Europe as they sometimes are built around narrow lasts and can be a little tight for Americans. Also, all-leather combat boots are a great choice for riding. Though they do not have shift pads or shin guards, they are very affordable and available in virtually any size. The black ones take a great shine, too.

psasak · 06-23-2008, 01:50 AM

As far as combat boots go, get the steel-toed aircrew boot. The tread is a bit less aggressive, and the steel toe holds up to the shifter.

Saffer · 06-23-2008, 07:32 AM

I own a pair of these Sidi Canyons and Triumph boots.

Got me a pair of these just over a year ago. Wear them almost every day. Can ride miles and still wear them at work for 9 hours a day. Comfortable as any casual shoe I own... A bit pricey, but worth every cent spent. If I had to do it all over again, I'd have bought two pairs of these instead of the Triumphs...

http://www.metricbikes-superstore.co...ts-p-1871.html

Olderslower · 06-23-2008, 08:35 AM

Having had many different tpyes of boots over the years the two best i have had for a good compromise of walking and riding are the old Bates boots and I currently use Timberland lace up work boots which look retro, are very comfortable and waterproof. Probably the best "forever" boots are the Aerostitch Combat Touring boots, but they are $270.00. YMMV...

BoiseTwin · 06-24-2008, 04:23 PM

I wear a pair of Dr. Martens. I know they're not "motorcycle" boots. They are very English though!

themaster · 06-25-2008, 05:21 PM

Until this week, I've used Prexport 230WP cruiser-type boots (http://www.prexport.com/Catalogo/Cat...tom%2FBoots%2F) - I'd imagine they'd suit the Bonnie well.

Not too expensive (£80 = $160), waterproof and comfortable enough to walk in. Plus they survived a low speed crash with barely a scratch. Zip up one side plus a little velcro at the top.

22676 · 06-25-2008, 07:40 PM

Anything by Daytona. Excellent quality, comfort and superb crash protection. They are also rebuildable by the factory.

JCMoTo · 07-17-2008, 03:15 AM

Puma has some great boots.
I have the Brutale and the Desmo from Puma
There is one called the Bonneville too.
Very comfrotable and very good protection.