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The are race-inspired motorcycle boots based on the gear Valentino Rossi wore for Yamaha in the 2005 MotoGP season. Rossi opened that year by winning the Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez on 10 April 2005 for the Gauloises Yamaha Team, according to the race report, and went on to win the championship.
Rossi and Yamaha in 2005
Rossi won the 2005 MotoGP title on a Yamaha with 11 wins from 17 races, as listed in the 2005 Grand Prix season summary. The boots are an inspired-by replica for fans of that season and of Yamaha racing. They are not an item issued by the team. Fans of the sport can see more in the range.
What Motorcycle Boots Are Meant to Protect
Riding boots protect the foot and ankle from several kinds of damage:
- Impact and crushing against the road, pegs or the bike
- Abrasion in a slide
- Twisting at the ankle
- Heat from the exhaust or engine
In Europe, protective footwear for motorcycle riders is covered by EN 13634. The standard sets requirements and test methods for the boot upper and sole, including abrasion resistance, impact cut resistance and upper height, and it allows optional claims such as impact protection for the shin and ankle, as described by SATRA. Whether a particular pair carries a rating is stated on its product page, and a replica made for style should not be assumed to meet the standard.
Comfort and Fit
Comfort in a riding boot depends on ankle flex, the closure system, the lining and the sole. A boot that is too stiff makes shifting and braking harder, while one that is too loose lets the foot move inside. Riders usually try boots with their usual riding socks and check that the heel stays down when the toes flex.
Style and Pairing
Race-style boots pair with leather jackets, riding jeans or a full race suit. Fans building a Yamaha look can add the and the . Riders comparing other pairs can browse the wider , or choose the for a matching colour.
Who the Boots Suit
These boots are aimed at fans of Rossi and Yamaha and at sportbike riders who want race styling in their kit.
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
