First Mod for the Bike

[SlowWhite]

Well my first Mod for my 04-R6 showed up tonight. A Micron Slip On Exhaust
Silver/Black ( http://photos.micronexhaust.com/ ). I bought it used from a guy has a small scratch but it's better then my stock exhaust, that someone laid down. Just giving ya crap josh.

I have this Jacket: Black/White
http://www.newenough.com/browse/view_product_images/287

I ordered these pants: black/White, supposed to be here last wed.
http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com/sport/leather+motorcycle+jackets/joe+rocket_supermoto+pants#

And I have the Joe Rocket Speed Master 5.0 Gloves: Black/White
Can't find a Picture of them but heres one that's close:
http://www.newenough.com/browse/view_product_images/758

My last item on my list is boots I haven't descided yet if I wanna just go with an all JOE ROCKET outfit or not.

I think by the pictures the Joe rockets actually give better protection. But not sure if they'll work with Jeans?

Here are the 2 boots I'm thinking about:
Joe Rocket: Speedmaster 2.0
http://www.newenough.com/browse/view_product_images/679

or

Oxtar: TCS Evo Replica RX
http://www.newenough.com/browse/view_product_images/752

What are your opinions about the boots? My primary concern is safety first. But I also don't want a boot that I can't wear with jeans either. (I'd only put the pants on when I race, when its cool enough, or when I want to learn something)

[tim]

If you are looking for a boot for everyday riding I would stay away from both of those. In my opinion they look too dedicated for track use and would look kinda dorky when riding casual.

Of the 2 though, the Joe Rockets look much better though.

I like these Joe Rockets much better than the Oxtar and they are still a race boot which seems like you are looking for.
http://www.newenough.com/boots/racing_boots/joe_rocket/super_streetbike_motorcycle_boots.html

[SlowWhite]

Yes I will be racing at some point they actaully race bikes at CMP regularly (twice a month for the whole weekend, and its only 18 miles from me). I don't want to upgrade later. Typical mistake I made with my DSM. (the boots you picked are nice for everyday but don't give as much protection as I'm looking for)

The Joe Rocket race boot looks like they protect better then the Oxtar's at least in the heel part of the boot. I just am not sure if my jeans will go over my boot or not (ie: the heels part looks like it sticks out to far)

The Oxtars would match my outfit better. But being white Not sure how long they'll stay that way. I am almost positive that my jeans will go over them so when I ride you'd only see the bottom part of the boot. The only time you'd see the whole boot is when I race, when you tuck your pants into the boot. But I'm not sure if they protect better then the joe rockets. It looks like the toe sliders are much better on the Oxtars and the contortion system they have for the toes, that the Joe Rockets don't have.

I guess each boot has its pro's and cons. Not sure if anyone who rides would know what I should be looking for. Jet is the only one I know that raced before what do you think? Anyone else who rides please chime in.

[niterydr]

:(

[SlowWhite]

Also I just finished installing my exhaust and went for a ride. Sounds Awesome. Only problem I've seen is the mount for the pipe that attaches to the rear foot peg is to big. Need to trim like 1/2 inch off the clamp but you can't.

I'm going to have to take off the clamp and hope I can bend it so it tightens better. Even as it is though there is very little wiggle and no problems handling a few wheelies. I did notice though that there is a slight hesitation now when I first get on the gas at low RPM, and on deseleration it will occationally make a small/quite popping sound.

Was also surprised that when it got out into the sun or maybe it's heat related but the exhaust has sparkles in it coloring. Looked pretty cool.

[tim]

I see what you are saying about the protection that they have to offer. Makes sense. Maybe you should have a track set and a set for every day riding? Your whole deal with trying to fit jeans over a boot with a ton of protection and still be comfortable to wear on a cruise might be tough to find.

[C3L1CA]

I like the Oxtar boots better but white will get dirty real quick.

I have some Alpinestars SMX R boots they saved me from a broken ankle when I crashed last year. They do look a little dorky even with my jeans over them and they are a pain to walk around in.

I went and picked up some cheap boots from Fleet Farm for daily riding so I still get that over the ankle protection. They were cheap for the first part, good protection, and they are better or walking around in.

[JET]

Yeah, I haven't seen any racing boots that are comfortable to walk in, they usually have pretty thin soles with no padding. It gives you better feel on the bike, but walking much at all sucks.

I had a micron full system on my first GSXR and loved it. Nice mellow tone compared to Yosh and most of the others. Not a raspy as they are.

[SlowWhite]

Well those that have seen me ride know I have a thing with being on one wheel. So i'd be wearing my boots everytime I go out (unless I'm taking it to work). And honestly as long as it's not to hot I'd be wearing my pants to. It's all about being prepared, just in case. So far in the 14K miles I've put on my bike I've never riden it anywhere, where I then walked around alot (other then to work) when I ride I pretty much am out to ride not walk so I'm not to worried about that aspect of boots. Just want them to be comfortable riding and have good protection.
You'll never see me riding with out my helmet, jacket, and for the most part I'm always wearing my gloves too. I did ride twice to meet someone at the entrance of my neighborhood in Rosemount not more then a 1/10th of a mile with out my gear but distance was nothing.
Anyways thanks for the comments. If you guys know of anything else I should look into, safety wise or what ever let me know. I've been also toying with doing some sort of tail light mod but I really don't want to get pulled over for something stupid like lights and am not sure what's ok to do, etc.
At the Tail of the dragon the Tenn HP are pretty much A-holes. And I plan to ride it alot. (just wanted to get all my gear first)

[SlowWhite]

Well tomarrow if the weather holds up might get to go on my first Carolina Group Ride.
Guess they are having bike races again next weekend and I got invited to go. i'm just watching not ready to race yet, plus I still only have my permit.
I shouldn't have told the SC DMV that I didn't have it. Cause they just asked and didn't check anything. They just take your old license, take your picture and hand you a new S.C. Drivers license on the spot. All I needed was my DL, Social Security card, and a piece of mail with my address here in S.C. As Andy found out this is really a small town, I don't think they are up todate on a lot of stuff. Hell the cops here just park there cars and put dummy's in them to make you think they are in them. (no joke). I know for a fact that there are at least 2 cops that patrol though.