How To Position and Protect Your Feet for Adventure Motorcycling - Avoid Injury with the Proper Gear

Learn correct foot positioning techniques for different riding conditions, and the pro's and con's of proper adventure motorcycle footwear. Avoid lower leg and foot injury which are the most common injuries for adventure motorcyclists.

#footpegs #boots #safety

[dandersonjr]

Not only do I respect your knowledge and riding ability but anyone that stands on off road pegs in bare feet even if it's for educational purposes has got to be dedicated to improve people's riding skills. Good work.

[rfk]

It's your fault - I have just bought a f650gs to practice everything you are sharing here! My wife sends best regards to you :) Cheers!

[diferacos]

It's amazing how all the cycling principles on a 15 pounds bike.... like position, body movements, etc fits perfectly with a 600 pounds machine

[scottkessler]

I ride with Sidi Adventure II’s. Not as rigid as motocross boots but very comfortable, just the right amount of compromise for on and off road and able to walk in them short distances. Problem with the large tow box forced me to change my shifter and it turned out to be the best piece of kit I have ever fitted to a bike. So much more feel and control the confidence boost was a game changer. Once adjusted correctly the gear lever now takes little thought to acquire and shift gears.

[jcrawford]

I can't believe this is free. Great resource! Thanks a lot!

[GRequinBlanc]

I just love my Sidi Adv 2. Stiff, but not so much that you can’t work around. Ultimate control and protection Plus great grip

[oiseasy]

This season I switched from an adventure boot to a dedicated off-road boot and man, what a difference. Well, it need some adjustment on the controls and the way how I shift gears, but the safety they gave and the feeling of being connected to the bike is outstanding. Yes, they are like skiing gear, yes, they are squeaky like a skiing boot but that's the price to pay. And they are comfy like the other ones after a short break-in time. Forma Competition 2.0 with inner shoe, a clear recommendation for on and off-road, not for long sneaky-peaky walks 😉

[robbessell]

Great video. As a noob my first boots were cheap adventure boots. Then I went and bought very expensive motorcross boots. They have an articulated ankle so walking isnt too bad, but the amount of control they gave me as a noob was just incredible.

I dont have the muscles deveopled that seasoned offroad rider's do so they made it so much easier to stand up for longer periods and still operate the controls etc.

[dmosier]

BMW Gravel Boot. Perfect balance between protection and flexibility and comfort on the pegs and walkability. They hold up great too.

[tgsignaturetours]

Thanks again for these crucial tips...and as usual very nice video. Congrats. keep riding safe.

BTW: I was training on a loose pine needle surface. It was a slow full lock turn on my BMW GSA.

I did loose the traction somehow, and the rear tyre broke free. I was on the center of my feet to have control of the rear brake and drag the bike in standing position. My bike just hauled me down on the ground and we together did a 270 degree spin on the ground with my left foot just under the boxer...could not retrieve my foot.

I had the SIDI Speedfire Crossboots on...but the energy of the bike transferred to my foot ended up in a broken heel. So I was luck to have those boots on. I really can not imagine what would happen to my foot having only a touring boot on.

These ADV bikes are heavy you will not want have your foot under them with anything else then a Cross Boot. Wear the gear...

Best Regards.

[flaky]

Bret, your videos are keeping my stoke alive during the quarantine! Only rewatched them all twice at this point, can't wait to get back out on the trails!

[ricardocox]

Yesterday went to buy some boots but there were so many options I couldn't decide. Now I know what to look for in a boot. Thanks!

[TimJohnstonadventures]

I will be buying a full offroad style boot !Thank you for this video I didn't even think about foot protection!

[wowoped]

4 years ago and just a new learner here, than k you!!!

[Davmm]

MX Boots when on the bike and running shoes in the saddlebags. Really the best thing. Anyway if you take something like Alpine stars Tech series, you'll feel great.

[jackpoell]

As usually, very very clear and informative. Thanks.

[lecler]

Brett, you never fail to produce. I always learn something from you videos and continue to steer others to your media. I hope to be able to ride with you internationally some day and sooner than later. Again, thanks for the lessons learned.

[oxman]

I use tech7 alpinestars when I ride my Super Tenere! Super comfortable! And extremely protective! Have great feel of the controls once broken in!!

[charliefarlie]

Full adventure boot every time, safety has got to be paramount. Good vid, thanks for uploading. C .

[Ёжикнаколёсах]

Coool!, and as usual very informative! I think man you are actually the best on youtube about big Adventure motocyckle Enduro riding!!! Thank you for your job!!!!