Suited and booted - BMW Motorrad's 2006 collection
29 Jul '06
3 min read
With such emphasis on rider clothing and safety helmets, it is often easy to overlook the importance of choosing the right motorcycle boots. BMW Motorrad's 2006 Rider Equipment collection features a wide selection of motorcycle footwear, all designed to appeal to various types of rider.
For year-round touring, commuting and leisure riding, riders should choose the ProTouring boot. This model combines comfort and high protection with practicality and durability. With an open-pore leather shell, GORE-TEX membrane and Cordura Flex insert, the boots are completely waterproof, yet highly breathable.
The ProTouring boot features ankle and shin protectors, as well as toe and heel reinforcement. A zipper on the inside leg enables easy access in and out of the boot, and an additional Velcro fastening makes width adjustment quick and effortless. Despite the wide range of safety features, the ProTouring boot also offers excellent walking comfort when the rider is off the bike and exploring on foot.
For riders who prefer to get 'off the beaten track', the all-new Santiago boot is ideal. Constructed from top quality cowhide with a thick rubber sole, metal clasp fastenings and metal tips at the toe, this is a boot for the serious on and off-road biker. Large, shin protectors and anatomic ankle protectors, coupled with internal reinforcement of the heel and toe areas, ensure maximum protection.
As with the ProTouring design, the Santiago boots feature a GORE-TEX membrane, offering wind and waterproofing, as well as breathability. The inserts are crafted from Kevlar and offer extra comfort in areas such as the instep, as well as gear lever protection. The Santiago boot could well be described as a go-anywhere boot for go-anywhere riders.
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