The Best Motorcycle Boots You Can Buy [2023 Edition]

Key Specs

• Price: $119.99

• Sizing: EU 41 to 48 (US 8 to 14)

• Safety: CE Level I

Ideal For

• Riders that want a comfortable riding boot that doesn't look like a riding boot

• Cruiser, neo-retro, standard riders

Highlights

• Full leather construction with double and triple stitching

• Fully waterproof thanks to the Hipora membrane lining the inside

• TPU ankle and heel inserts, with a reinforced toe cap

• High grip sole to keep your feet on the pegs or floorboards no matter the conditions

Downsides

• Only protects to just above the ankles

• Only closure are flat laces with speed eyelets at the top

• No mid-sole shank

Key Specs

• Price: $249.00

• Sizing: EU 38 to 49 (US 6 to 16)

• Safety: CE Level II

Ideal For

• Riders that want a high quality pair of adventure boots but cannot fit the Forma Adventure tall boots over their calves

• ADV, adventure touring, sport touring riders

Highlights

• Full grain oiled leather upper to provide weather resistance and excellent abrasion resistance

• DryTex waterproof lining keeps your feet dry while also allowing them to breathe

• High grip adventure sole with anti-slip pattern

• Ankle, heel, and toe TPU armor, along with a nylon mid-sole with shank

• Comfortable anti-bacterial inner sole with memory foam

Downsides

• Fits wider than most boots at the mid-foot

• Buckles can be difficult to operate with gloves on

• Not as much protection as the full-height Forma Adventure boot

Key Specs

• Price: $249.99

• Sizing: EU 40 to 50 (US 6.5 to 14.5)

• Safety: CE Level II

Our Review

See the complete SIDI Performer Air review

Ideal For

• Riders wanting a quality track boot without needing to break the bank

• Track, sport, sport touring riders

Highlights

• Excellent ventilation through the hundreds of micro-perforations.

• TPU toe slider is easy to replace with minimal tools

• Superb protection with hard shin, upper, heel, ankle, and toe armor, and soft calf plates, all at a budget price

Downsides

• Not waterproof

• Sizing can be fussy

• Zip closure can be difficult if your leg is not dead straight

Key Specs

• Price: $389.95

• Sizing: EUR 39 to 47

• Safety: CE Level II

Ideal For

• Riders wanting a quality sport boot that also provides waterproofing and weather protection

• Sportbike and sport touring riders

Highlights

• External AXIAL Distorsion Control System reduces the chances of a twisted or broken ankle should have an accident

• Replaceable TPU toe slider is easy to switch out

• Microfiber upper with full Gore-Tex liner prevents water from getting in, while allowing hot air out

Downsides

• Narrow fit on foot and on calves

• Only two colors to choose from

• No mid-shank reinforcement

Key Specs

• Price: $389.95

• Sizing: EUR 42 to 48 (US 8.5 to 13)

• Safety: CE Level I

Our Review

See the complete SIDI Adventure 2 Mid Gore-Tex review

Ideal For

• Riders looking for adventure touring boots that work on and off the road

• ADV, dual sport, sport touring riders

Highlights

• Light but tough, with a mixture of Cambrelle, leather, Cordura, Gore-Tex and microfiber to provide excellent resiliency

• Excellent foot and ankle protection with ankle, heel, and toe armor

• Flexible and comfortable, allowing for short dismounted treks without feeling like you're wearing a motorcycle boot

Downsides

• Lower height reduces coverage and protection

• Clasps and adjusters are very stiff

Key Specs

• Price: $349.00

• Sizing: EU 38 to 47 (US 6 to 13.5)

• Safety: CE Level II

Ideal For

• Riders that want a boot that works both on the street and the track at a superb price

• Track, sport, sport touring riders

Highlights

• Anti-torsion Foot Control System (FCS) takes the force of an accident for you, preventing twisted or broken ankles

• Synthetic materials for top tier protection

• Fully armored, with toe and heel TPU armor, dual layer TPU midsole, shin and outer leg TPU armor

• TPU slider is easy to remove and replace with common tools

• Well ventilated with hundreds of micro-perforations, giving the boots their name of Ice Flow

Downsides

• Sizing is on the smaller side, order one size up

• Not waterproof

• Ratchet closure on rear of calf can be fiddly to operate with gloves on

  
  

Key Specs

• Price: $409.95

• Sizing: EU 38 to 52 (US 5 to 16)

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  Safety: CE Level II

Ideal For

• Riders that will be spending extended periods of time offroad on trails, ADV trips, or enduro competition

• ADV, dual sport, enduro riders

Highlights

• Designed for enduro competition with high quality, robust construction

• Armor everywhere from the ankles and toes to the heel, shin, outer side of the leg, and features a shank in the midsole for added protection

• Quick release closures are made of high grade aluminum, allowing for easy removal or insertion of your foot and leg

• Full length microfiber gaiter to wick away sweat and keep you comfortable while off road

Downsides

• Run a bit narrow in the sole

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  Ankle armor favors comfort over full protection

• No half sizes available

• Not fully waterproof

Key Specs

• Price: $495.00

• Sizing: EU 41 to 47 (US 7.5 to 14)

• Safety: CE Level I

Ideal For

• Riders that want an "old school" boot without sacrificing protection

• Cruiser, neo-retro, standard riders

Highlights

• Robust full grain 1.4 to 1.6 mm buffalo leather as the main material, treated to provide water resistance

• Full waterproof liner also allows your feet to breathe

• Heavy duty Vibram rubber sole for grip on pegs or floorboards alike, no matter the weather

• Toe, ankle, and heel armor is discreetly placed so as to not interrupt the aesthetics of the boot

• Zipper and loop/hook closure, with adjustable buckle at the outer calf

Downsides

• Expensive

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  Very stiff for the first few rides

• Fits one-half to one size smaller, order up if you are between sizes