Finding The Best Motorcycle Boots

By Indra Gunawan

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Basicaly your riding style and the type of bike you ride will guide what kind of motorcycle boots you will choose to wear. Just keep in mind to wear gear that adequately protects you for your style of riding. Ideally a helmet, gloves, jacket, riding pants and boots should be worn at all times when you are out on a motorcycle.

Finding the right motorcycle boots requires you to do some research and reflection. Nevertheless, here are some basic features of motorcycle boots to consider:

1. The type of boot. Not all motorcycle boots are the same. Motorcycle race boots: These boots oftentimes include special technical features. Riders typically use these boots for off-road and racing motorcycles. Motorcycle Shorty boots: This style of boot is lighter than “standard” motorcycle boots. The upper portion of the boot is shorter and shorter than on other boots. Motorcycle tour boots: These boots are quite tall and comfy. Motorcycle tour boots include various features to improve riding, such as shoelaces near the gear shifter.
2. Function of boots. Do you need boots merely for riding?
3. Design of the foot portion
4. Ventilation. Look for boots that are waterproof, yet allow your feet to breathe properly.
5. Material of the boot. Leather is the most common material for motorcycle boots. Some boots also provide a special waterproof liner on the boot’s interior.
6. Design of the sole. The sole should grip in water, oil, sand, and mud.
7. The design of the upper portion. When choosing motorcycle boots, select pairs whose upper cover the entire ankles. This feature safeguards your ankle.
8. Shoelaces or Velcro. Verify that no loose material dangles from your motorcycle boots, to avoid their becoming entangled in the motorcycle’s parts.
9. Water resistant/waterproof.

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