I can't shift - help!!

[RexRR1]

Here's my problem. I just got some new boots, Alpinestars SMX, and I'm finding that when I'm in my full leathers that I'm having trouble getting my foot beneath the shifter to upshift. I understand the leathers a still a bit stiff and need to be broken in, but I don't think that's my problem. Because the boots don't allow my ankle to move around much, I'm finding that I'm having to reach down with my entire leg to get under the shifter as oppossed to just flipping my ankle down or up. This is causing me to straddle the left of the bike more. So, I guess what I'm asking is 1. has anyone else had this problem, and 2. is there anything I can buy that will let me adjust the shifter higher without bringing the peg up (like rearsets) and how much? I'm 5' 6" btw. Thanks guys.

Rex

[Arnold_R1]

Yeah Rex, your boots and leathers have to get broken in. It's a different feel compared to shifting then sneakers. The more you wear them, the more easier you'll find to shift. I wear a size 45 (size 11) SMX -plus boot and it too was difficult at first.

[CPM F4]

Try doing squats while wearing your boots. Get on your tip-toes and then squat to break in the boots. I had problems upshifting as well when I got my shoes but once they broke in it was fine.

[CjrJAM]

Yep, common occurance, happens to everyone when your gear is new. It'll get better ;)

[RexRR1]

Cool, thanks for the replies guys. Ardel and Ronnie were over last night and I was showing them my problem. Good to hear others know what I'm talking about. Man, riding in leathers has put me back to square one (not that I ever left). I feel safer, but it's a little hard right now trying to shift my weight, move an ankle, etc. Hope they loosen up soon. I don't feel to confident going up to the mountain and fighting the suit and boots at the same time. :(

[deathblow]

Originally posted by RexRR1
Cool, thanks for the replies guys. Ardel and Ronnie were over last night and I was showing them my problem. Good to hear others know what I'm talking about. Man, riding in leathers has put me back to square one (not that I ever left). I feel safer, but it's a little hard right now trying to shift my weight, move an ankle, etc. Hope they loosen up soon. I don't feel to confident going up to the mountain and fighting the suit and boots at the same time. :(

[deathblow]

Ack!

I had the very same problem. It will be difficult, but the solution is to get out and ride as much as possible! ;)

[BOO1919]

Originally posted by deathblow
Ack!

I had the very same problem. It will be difficult, but the solution is to get out and ride as much as possible! ;)
Hey you did that so you could get an extra post!!:clap:

[RexRR1]

Originally posted by deathblow
Ack!

I had the very same problem. It will be difficult, but the solution is to get out and ride as much as possible! ;)

Sounds good. So, you taking us out to Pally then this Sat? I need the pack leader to instill some confidence back in me. Southriders...whaddya say? :D

[kc1717]

also you can adjust your shift linkage for more positive engaugement

[GPTECHMAN]

yeah. you can lower or raise your shifter peg. Lemme know and we can figure out what you like

[RexRR1]

Hey Sean, I was thinking about doing that. A lot of people are telling me it'll get easier, and I believe it. But, I would like to raise the shifter peg so it's easier to reach for now. This way I can let the boots (and suit) break inwhile being relatively comfortable in shifting. Ok, gptechman....now what? Thanks bro.

[deathblow]

Originally posted by BOO1919
Hey you did that so you could get an extra post!!:clap:

[deathblow]

Umm.... NO! :-p

[BOO1919]

Originally posted by deathblow
Umm.... NO! :-p

[BOO1919]

Originally posted by deathblow
Umm.... NO! :-p
YEAH

[BOO1919]

Originally posted by deathblow
Umm.... NO! :-p
YOU

[BOO1919]

Originally posted by deathblow
Umm.... NO! :-p
DID!:D

[GPTECHMAN]

well you can roll it over to my place this weekend and we can work on that pretty bike of yours...or you can cruise up and go to the maintenance day and we can take care of it there...up to you

[GPTECHMAN]

oh yeah...BTW....congrats on the leathers!!!!!

[deathblow]

So who's coming with us so Rex can de-virginize those leathers at Pally?





Ronnie,
Did you guys get that hugger on? And I'm not talking about your special undies. ;)

[BOO1919]

Originally posted by deathblow
So who's coming with us so Rex can de-virginize those leathers at Pally?





Ronnie,
Did you guys get that hugger on? And I'm not talking about your special undies. ;)

Yeah, Rex got it on in about 10minutes. Thanks Rex! I think my bike goes faster now! :cool:

[deathblow]

Originally posted by BOO1919
Yeah, Rex got it on in about 10minutes. Thanks Rex! I think my bike goes faster now! :cool:

Cool, let's ride to the gym today so I can check it out.

[BOO1919]

Originally posted by deathblow
Cool, let's ride to the gym today so I can check it out.
Im down!

[RexRR1]

Thanks Sean. PM me a number I can reach you at...if you don't mind. It'll be cool to see the man in action. You going up to Pally this Sat? I think the SouthRiders are heading up, at least a few of us plan on.

Yeah, throwing on the hugger was a cinch, but the drill managed to rub some of the paint off. Doh! Man, I feel bad about that. Oh, and...you two are post whores! :-p

[BOO1919]

Can't make it! There making me work saturday! SUCKS! I'll be drunk on duty or hungover...

[deathblow]

Originally posted by BOO1919
Can't make it! There making me work saturday! SUCKS! I'll be drunk on duty or hungover...


NOOOOOOO! :rolleyes:

[RexRR1]

Originally posted by BOO1919
Can't make it! There making me work saturday! SUCKS! I'll be drunk on duty or hungover...

What?! Ah, c'mon maaaan, you know you can get out of it. Bribe someone else to do it. You know, "take over my duty responsibilities, or else" C'mon like Allan said, we're gonna de-virginize me! Wait, that doesn't sound right. :errf:

[deathblow]

Originally posted by RexRR1
Wait, that doesn't sound right. :errf:

Yeah it does :).





Been breaking those boots in yet?

[BOO1919]

Originally posted by deathblow
Yeah it does :).





Been breaking those boots in yet?

By Knockin them boots! That's just gross!

[Arnold_R1]

Originally posted by RexRR1
C'mon like Allan said, we're gonna de-virginize me! :errf:

:shifty:

[RexRR1]

Originally posted by BOO1919
By Knockin them boots! That's just gross!

knockin' boots? man, you guys should change your name to Candyman. I'm not sure I like the sound of all this. What kind of initiation is this? I'd rather get jumped in not sexed in. :)

[deathblow]

Originally posted by RexRR1
knockin' boots? man, you guys should change your name to Candyman. I'm not sure I like the sound of all this. What kind of initiation is this? I'd rather get jumped in not sexed in. :)

Pick your poison :wub:

[cbrsmurf]

ya know, it's nice and all that hypercyclers get along, but there are lines that shouldn't be crossed

[deathblow]

Originally posted by cbrsmurf
ya know, it's nice and all that hypercyclers get along, but there are lines that shouldn't be crossed

Sounds like you're not in touch with your feminine side enough ;).