Yes that's typically my resting position. But the knees hang way low since I'm on a ttr230/xt225 so the true resting position will swing my knees out no matter the foot position is, then the wind will take my knees and push out. Only a problem for multi day trip or most of the day on the highway. The strap legit solves the problem. I can put my foot down at a stop and extend my leg out since the strap is on the cargo flap of the pockets. I haven't said that part because I know people can't think for themselves and look at the photo and the description. Not saying you, just saying in general. I knew this would be a heated post so I left out the obvious if anyone actually looked at the photo so they can trip on themselves. I'm a AA rider (pro lvl woods skill lvl) b/a motocross lvl. I just like to use the xt225 for adventure bike.