Funnily enough i used ear plugs for the first time this week at Oulton Park, I've always liked hearing what the engine is doing, i never look at the rev counter or look to see what gear I'm in because i can hear it from the engine. I felt really claustrophobic and could hardly hear a thing, i was only changing gear because of the drop in power from hitting the rev limiter, cookie told me that wearing ear plugs helps with faster times which i laughed at but i guess its the way forward for me as i can't stand my ears ringing for hours after a day on the track....
I always wear ear plugs to cut out the noise but never listen to music when riding. I have worn headphones with music in the distance past and quickly realised how much of the surrounding environment is blanked out by them. I wear plugs that do allow some acoustics in so you're aware of the environment.
Shure SE215s are good for me. I also use Comply Isolation tips as they act as ear plugs which means you don't need to have the music etc up too loud. http://www.shure.co.uk/products/earphones/se215 http://www.complyfoam.com/products/tx-100/
Many thanks guys for all the suggestions, plenty for me to look at there.... I may even compile a special cbr1000rr forum playlist in anticipation ......bros included
Just to add my two pennies worth in as I notice most of these earphones although brilliant are a touch on the pricey side. So if your a bit pikey like me and need a good pair with a smaller price tag I have been using Sennheiser CX300 for ages and i reckon they are pretty bloody good and smaller external parts than the apple jobs so no ear discomfort inside the lid. Come with a few different ear sleeves for different size lug oles too. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sennheiser-...d=1442743374&sr=8-1&keywords=sennheiser+cx300 or these if you need an inline volume for them http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sennheiser-...d=1442743374&sr=8-8&keywords=sennheiser+cx300
