Getting a ninjette soon. What are the dangers? - Page 2

n4mwd · April 24th, 2012, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by choneofakind

The heel on that boot is likely fine. When I slide my foot forward, the heel block catches at just the right place that I can comfortably up/downshift or brake (depending on which foot we're talking about) because the levers are at just the right spot on my foot for comfort. When I'm done, I just slide my foot back so the ball of my foot is on the peg and ride normally.

Try on some boots and sit on bikes in the dealership with them before you discard them from your consideration. They might pleasantly surprise you. At the very least, it'll give you an idea of what you like or dislike in a motorcycle boot

I definitely will try anything on before I buy it. I also wont buy any boot they won't let me return after a test ride.

Because the pegs are rubber, boots that are too sticky make it next to impossible to slide your foot anywhere.

The sharp heels are bad IMHO. They prevent your foot from sliding forward. Whether you can reach the shifter/brake is a function of how big your foot is. Flat bottomed shoes are the easiest to deal with, but I could live with tapered heels.

AmplexorJ · April 24th, 2012, 02:37 PM

hey as far as that inner heel angle...

Ive actually had to cut some before, at a 45 bevel, cause they would catch on steel catwalks and ladders.

Might work there too.

n4mwd · April 24th, 2012, 02:56 PM

Either that or JB weld a block of wood to it with a taper on it. The only fear I have about sawing them is accidentally sawing into a hollow heel or something else unexpected.

ally99 · April 24th, 2012, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by akshay11

there are crazy women out there

There are WAYYYYYYY more crazy ass men out there.
Not all women drive like we're stupid, you know.

ally99 · April 24th, 2012, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by AmplexorJ

Ride as if You Are Invisible to Cagers.

Ride as if you are invisible to all. I've had many bikes turns left in front of me or be in my lane in tight corners on the mountains.
The rule is, ride like you're invisible...period. Ride like everyone on the road is trying to kill you. Stay away from other vehicles as much as possible (though of course, is rarely possible). Stay out of people's blind spots. That's like being "double invisible"!

Jono · April 24th, 2012, 05:07 PM

This is a nice boot thread. Oh wait. I am in the riding skills section. What's going on here. Mmmmhm.

To the OP. Take the MSF. Ride like you are Invisible to all! Be a very observant rider. Wear ATGATT or Most of your gear all the time. Start on a Ninja 250. Don't ride stupidly.

AmplexorJ · April 24th, 2012, 05:25 PM

@ally99 DOUBLE INVISIBLE

Theres no arguing that !!!!

choneofakind · April 24th, 2012, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by n4mwd

The sharp heels are bad IMHO. They prevent your foot from sliding forward. Whether you can reach the shifter/brake is a function of how big your foot is.

I'm pretty sure if I can reach the levers with my heels up against the pegs, you can as well. I have a size 9 boot. Most guys have bigger feet than I do.

Jiggles · April 24th, 2012, 05:32 PM

Guys we scared OP off

n4mwd · April 24th, 2012, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiggles

Guys we scared OP off

You guys were all telling him he's going to die if he gets a Ninja so he's probably out shopping for a Bummer with 27 airbags.

Miles_Prower · April 24th, 2012, 06:17 PM

well the good news is that I got my boots, and they are armored just like those Sidi's. They are so comfortable too, and walking is not a chore what so ever! Just looks a little weird having my jeans tucked into them, though now I'm saving up for some leather pants woot woot!

Jono · April 24th, 2012, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by choneofakind

I have a size 9 boot. Most guys have bigger feet than I do.

Most guys also have larger dicks than you as well, Chode!

choneofakind · April 24th, 2012, 06:49 PM

sure about that?

drac · April 24th, 2012, 07:16 PM

did Jono just come out of the closet???????

AmplexorJ · April 24th, 2012, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

Guys we scared OP off

I'm sure your avatar didn't help matters

Jono · April 24th, 2012, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drac

did Jono just come out of the closet???????

I mean, you know what they say about big feet?

And since choneofakind says he has small feet I can just assume he has a Jiggles dick.

Jiggles · April 24th, 2012, 08:42 PM

He won't give it back

etiainen · April 24th, 2012, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ally99

There are WAYYYYYYY more crazy ass men out there.
Not all women drive like we're stupid, you know.

There are crazy arse people out there.

Explains everything.

choneofakind · April 24th, 2012, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

He won't give it back

guilty.

Jiggles · April 24th, 2012, 09:01 PM

Daily Tasks:
1. Take some Percocet
2. Completely Derail Ninjette.org
3. Take some Percocet
4. Go to bed

On to number 3

April 24th, 2012, 02:56 PM	#43
n4mwd ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: D Location: Palm Beach, FL Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Ninja 250R, 2007 EFI Ninja 250R Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	Either that or JB weld a block of wood to it with a taper on it. The only fear I have about sawing them is accidentally sawing into a hollow heel or something else unexpected. __________________________________________________ My Ninja Blog Proud member of ABATE.My NYC Road Rage documentary - CENSORED!

April 24th, 2012, 05:07 PM	#46
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	This is a nice boot thread. Oh wait. I am in the riding skills section. What's going on here. Mmmmhm. To the OP. Take the MSF. Ride like you are Invisible to all! Be a very observant rider. Wear ATGATT or Most of your gear all the time. Start on a Ninja 250. Don't ride stupidly. Last futzed with by Jono; April 24th, 2012 at 06:40 PM.

April 24th, 2012, 05:32 PM	#49
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Guys we scared OP off __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

April 24th, 2012, 07:16 PM	#54
drac ninjette.org member Name: drac Location: VA Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): '88 Hurricane 600, '09 Ninja 250 Posts: 237	did Jono just come out of the closet??????? __________________________________________________ While no trees were harmed in making this post, a large number of electrons were severely inconvenienced.

April 24th, 2012, 08:42 PM	#57
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	He won't give it back __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

April 24th, 2012, 02:37 PM	#42
AmplexorJ ninjette.org member Name: Kody Location: theodore Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Ninja 250 Posts: 91	hey as far as that inner heel angle... Ive actually had to cut some before, at a 45 bevel, cause they would catch on steel catwalks and ladders. Might work there too.

April 24th, 2012, 05:25 PM	#47
AmplexorJ ninjette.org member Name: Kody Location: theodore Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Ninja 250 Posts: 91	@ally99 DOUBLE INVISIBLE Theres no arguing that !!!!

April 24th, 2012, 06:17 PM	#51
Miles_Prower One Loyal Fox Name: Rahul Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R (RIP), 2011 ZX-6R Posts: 869	well the good news is that I got my boots, and they are armored just like those Sidi's. They are so comfortable too, and walking is not a chore what so ever! Just looks a little weird having my jeans tucked into them, though now I'm saving up for some leather pants woot woot!

April 24th, 2012, 06:49 PM	#53
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	sure about that?

April 24th, 2012, 09:01 PM	#60
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Daily Tasks: 1. Take some Percocet 2. Completely Derail Ninjette.org 3. Take some Percocet 4. Go to bed On to number 3 __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

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