Personally I think these boots are a bit over rated. They are very well made with a high level of protection but as a result they can be very restrictive. If like me you are 6 foot or over or just have big feet (46, uk 11) the boots do lack movement and above all, feel. Don't get me wrong, I do like the boots and 90% of the general public will love these boots but if you are a big guy on a small bike like an Aprilia RSV4, Ducati Panagale or 250cc sized bike, they are very restictive and lack feel compared to the offerings form Alpinestars and Dainese.