Best Adventure & Dual Sport Motorcycle Boots | 2023

[@rmatvmc]

What's your favorite ADV boot? Learn more about the boots in this video here: rmatvmc.link/best-adv-boots-2023

[@DamonStangherlin]

Just a heads up for anyone looking; only 1 or 2 of these are actually meant for proper offroad/ dualsport use, the other 3 are only good for your conventional "adventure riding" and I'll define that as; highway touring, road riding some twisties and then taking a gravel road to your camp ground that a truck or car could go down, and if you go out of your way to not drop your bike. I would only trust the tech 7 or maybe that Sidi that I haven't seen before. If you want to take your bike on single track in particular, but anything deemed a trail ie: BDR, FSR with some rocky bits where you might fall, quad trails etc then you neeeeeed proper flex and crush protection and rigidity. Before you buy anything labeled as an adventure boot go into your dealer and see if you can flex the top of the calf around to the ankle with the boot in your hand. If you can; Imagine your leg in the boot. Learn from my mistake, my dealer tried to sell me a mx boot when I was shopping for an adventure/dualspot/trail boot back 8 years or so ago, and I should have listed and not bought the adv boot for comfort, I honestly don't know how I didn't hurt myself over the course of 5 years. Even just this past week, I got a foot injury / bruise with my tech 7 riding single track, I assure you I would be in a cast if I had been wearing my old adventure boot, without question. And that was just from cutting a corner 1" to the left and catching a stump. Don't get me wrong, If I were doing a road trip around the states again with occasional gravel roads but lots of walking in national parks and whatnot I would still pick the adventure boot. But for anything more advanced you need good protection. And that's not to say I don't find my tech7's comfortable I have easily done 700km days on highway and trail and was never uncomfortable. They just squeek when going into shops. Just passing this along cause I wish someone drove it home for me when I was shopping for my first boot 😊Hope it helps.

[@wowoped]

Agreed, the fastback saved me from some shin hard hits and from my ankle being crushed by my heavy ass bike😅

[@WhY_ADV]

I've asked before, but why oh why does no one make a ventilated ADV boot? S. CA, NV, AZ, UT, NM, W TX has little to no water, and little to no rainfall. Waterproof boots get soooooooo hot. I'd love a ventilated boot for desert riding, and even if it got wet it'd be able to dry fairly easily. Think about how every other piece of gear is ventilated, except for boots.

[@Robert509Marquez]

Do you want extremely fine dust mixing with your sweat on your feet?

[@markjacobs3956]

​@@Robert509Marquez Does your bike breath in that same dust?

[@WhY_ADV]

The bike, and YOU breathe extremely fine dust. That same dust gets in your helmet, jacket, pants, and gloves. Also, I tend to wear socks in my boots, more than I can say for my hands and face. If you don't want a breathable boot, don't get one. I'll be first in line however.

[@WhY_ADV]

@@Robert509Marquez Troll

[@Robert509Marquez]

@@WhY_ADV you must not have a lot of off road riding experience. Next time you hit a trail try riding with a ventilated shoe and you’ll see the reason why they don’t manufacture a boot that meets your ventilation requirements.

[@lophophorawilliamsii9740]

I prefer no waterproof liner. I live in the desert southwest. Waterproof liners don't breathe despite what the marketing literature says. Goretex will cook your feet. I bought the garne fastback enduro. They look amazing. Plus casual trails tend to turn into technical rocky climbs where i live so I need the protection.

[@intipunku8281]

Sidi is to narrow. Tech 7 to stiff. Alpinestar corazel is my pick. Just completed 8k miles from uk to North Africa with both asphalt and dirt riding. Very comfortable. Waterproof. I was in some terrible rain storms. They stayed totally dry. I crashed in the dirt and my foot got trapped under the bike. I've no doubt they saved a broken ankle. My ankle was very swollen and sore for a month. I do find Alpine star sizing has changed over the last couple of years and are now on the large size. What ever you pick from this bunch will be good. Keep it upright.

[@DirtbikeXpeditions]

Absolutely love my Sidi Adventure 2 boots. With the recent price drop, I think they are one of the best boots out there for the price…

[@syumassh]

The Gaerne saved my left ankle twice; they are stiff and the comfort is ok; but when you’re falling (which is not if, but when); trust me you’ll want the stiffer boots.

[@hair2050]

A few months back I spent 5 weeks watching every boot review on KZbin and repeatedly visiting 4 bike shops trying on boots until finally purchasing the fastback enduro. They, for my feet-leg combination at least, are by far the most comfortable. They were for the hour 🙄🤷‍♂️, I trudged around the shop in them, and proved to be sublimely all day comfortable, for any type of riding, as well. Couldn’t be happier.

[@rmatvmc]

Thanks for sharing!

[@oklahomahank2378]

Same here. I like the boot very much.

[@khaccanhle1930]

I have the Fastback in white. I wear them on dual sport rides and even enduro competitions. I've been in them all day. I don't find them uncomfortable nor hot. I forget that I'm wearing them. Having nearly broke my ankle with cheaper boots, I will never wear anything less than a Fastback. Best adv boots= mid level MX boots.

[@poorwhiteboy6521]

I have the fast back now for about 8 months. Love them. Very nice boots. I use them for trail riding in Washington state where it's wet. I use water proof socks to help stay dry. They flex great at the ankle. Has a hinge for little movement. I feel like my feet will not get hurt with them on. I've hit a tree stump hard nocked my foot backwards off the peg Didn't feel anything. And no damage to my boot. I love them worth the money. Cheaper then a hospital bill 👍 also I love how the toe area is not big bulky make it easy for shifting

[@TheZakkmylde]

Comfy to walk in?

[@poorwhiteboy6521]

@@TheZakkmylde there not bad for being boots with the protection. They flex in the back area to help walking in. But still have protection. I ride trails and believe I'm good with them on. It's cheaper than a hospital bill if you don't have good protection

[@HoagesMoto]

I guess we all have difference safety thresholds for riding motorbikes, I've "adventure" ridden in my Sidi crossfire 2's for over 10 days straight on some trips and will always were a moto boot for any adv riding I do - entirely comfortable for walking around in if you get a top of the line SG12/crossfire2/3 boot (I walked 1.5km in mine to the literal tip of Australia (from the carpark/beach at the base of the hill) and have no drama's in them - I ride endure/boarding hard enduro in them and they fit wonderfully still after what must be over 300hrs of riding and 10-20xxxkms. If you can tolerate a premium mx boot for occasionly walks the lack of side ankle flex will save you one day - any tbh they walk way better than cheaper 200-300 mx boots anways while still retaining the side flex resistance. Spend the money once - I'm on 3 helmets to my one set of boots still :)

[@rivernet62]

I have Tech7s and they are super stiff. It is extremely difficult to hit the rear brake and shift. But if you ride a big ADV bike, which will at some point land on your foot, you need stiff. I wouldn't trade them. The main consideration for riding a big bike is protection from crushing. If your foot is trapped and your body is rolling, your leg will still snap no matter what boot you're wearing. Ask me how I know 😢

[@phillipbatho3213]

I have the corezal for mostly road use, and the tech 7 Enduro for more aggressive off roading. I opted against the drystar version to keep cooler, and if they do get wet, they'll at least dry out. I don't have any pants that can fit over the tech7 anyway, so if I get caught in the rain the water gets in through the top. The corezal boots are very comfortable and not as stiff for walking around. The tech7 are very comfortable for riding, but a bit awkward for walking. Especially since they make a lot of squeaking noise while walking, sounds like SpongeBob everywhere I walk! 😆

[@garyvelasco2859]

Sidi boots are amazing. I have a pair with me that has travel for around 100 k kilometers, those boots remains as new. Top tier election.

[@trevorbrasch4595]

Love my Forma Terra Evo boots. Full biomechanical, waterproof, shin Goodyear welt, comfy for walking.....

[@Rust_valley_adventures]

The tech 7 drystar sqeak when walking and I broke my ankle wearing them, also seen a few other riders have broken ankles wearing them aswel . I think next boots I buy will be the gaerne boots, the sidis are very good boors aswel

[@dirkdiggler5164]

"Waterproof liner" means "plastic bag wrapped around your foot." They can tell me that liner stuff is "breathable" all they want. Nope. I got a gore tex jacket that lets like NO sweat out. Guys on youtube have tested it. It barely lets any moisture escape. If you sweat 10 grams, maybe 1 gram can get through. The other 9 grams of sweat is stuck in your boot. Every damn helmet out there has open /close vents. I guess that's too advanced to put on boots.

[@Texan_American]

Okay put on a fully plastic waterproof jacket and pants and wear that for 1 hour and tell me if that feels anything like a gotetex jacket and pants. Spoiler it's night and day.

[@whinstonwhoodle6373]

Sage advice at the end of the vid. Sizes and how they’re paired matters for that. Everyone else can get a badlands pant over a tech 7, I cannot if I want to be able to move legs. So I’m not sure where, but somewhere on the way down to a 32 badlands, and up to size 15 tech 7, tight af becomes a preclusion to those pants going over those boots.

[@clutchingdutch7160]

Just full MX boots for maximum protection, and for off the bike around town, just throw some sneakers in your backpack / luggage.

[@TimMonk1911]

Kinda hard to walk in MX boots when you find something cool to check out on the trail like a look out.

[@tonn333]

@@TimMonk1911 even the best adv boots for walking are still not as great as some random sneakers

[@JohannesDalenMC]

Second this. If you ride offroad with an adventure boot and bike, you’re waiting for a broken ankle.

[@hair2050]

Agreed. Soft light sneakers 👟 can fit into almost any space and should be carried for various reasons. If for example you get soaked, delayed, or need to walk further than anticipated, they are a godsend to have as an alternative.

[@HoagesMoto]

100% buy some top tier proper mx boots - own them for hundreds of hours/years - get decent ankle flex fwd/back still and cull that sketchy ass side flex all adv boots have. Wouldn't wear any of these over SG12's/my old crossfire personally - espeically on a 200+kg heavy ass adv bike - I can't hear the shattered ankles now. If you need to walk that far throw a pair of volleys on at camp. Also I assume people that find it kinda hard to walk in mx boots have only owned cheap/shit mx boots - I can walk a LONG time in my crossfires (or any flat sewn soled boot with a live ankle hinge) - I'd still swap to volleys for speed/heat but comfort wise they're nothing like trying to walk in an old pair of tech 10's I tried - felt like being in a cast lol.

[@skylerlovell1780]

I'm waiting for the Forma Terra Evo's to come back in stock. From years past those seem to be highly rated but seem to fly under the radar.

[@UncannySense]

I have them, pretty happy with them a little tight with my wide feet but I thought i'd break them in rather than buy oversize and wear thick socks...

[@racesla]

I have a pair of size 10/44 that have only been worn a couple times that I'm going to sell if you're interested.

[@skylerlovell1780]

@@racesla Thanks for the offer, but I need the 11/45.

[@sammigrunow1972]

Klim adventure gtx boots have been awesome. Goretex waterproof and super comfy!

[@alrightdave6135]

No protection though

[@flarue3678]

I wish this video would’ve been made a few years ago. I currently own three of the featured boots here, but had to do my own research before buying. Anyway, I’m really happy with my choices and appreciate the effort put into making this video.

[@rmatvmc]

Thank you so much! What are your favorite boots?

[@flarue3678]

Just as you said! The Corozals for all day comfort and walking around. Good protection, waterproof (I volunteered to help my neighbors on the aftermath of hurricane Harvey wearing my A*s). The Sidi’s for my daily commute, easy to put on and off, great soles, waterproof too. And the Tech 7’s for really aggressive off road and also on weekend rides when I’m feeling paranoid about hurting my feet.

[@bena3341]

No one ever mentions toe box for boot reviews...drives me nuts. It's such a huge factor in whether a boot fits or not.

[@stevenhill2204]

Couldn't agree more. Toe boxes that are too tall are a PITA, often require shift lever adjustment, etc. Shape is important, too, and no one shape or volume is going to work for everyone, because we all have different toe profiles. (round, pointed, chiseled, square, etc.) IMO, lower toe boxes are better as long as there aren't problems with friction on the top of the toes/foot.

[@TommyNitro]

+1 for the fastbacks.

[@TheZakkmylde]

Of the last two which is more comfy to walk for adv riding/hiking

[@tarms1650]

Sidi’s are great, but also can get really toasty in warm weather.

[@Texan_American]

Pay attention to the thickness of the boot at the top as mentioned at the end of this video. I picked up some twch 7s for the waterproofing, vut literally can't wear them with ANY of my over-the-boot pants.

[@kolsen6330]

Aerostich combat touring boots, the high version. Like slippers even when new, re soleable. Leave front unbuckled for walking. I ride a lot of dirt, so I had regular work boot lug soles put on instead of the smooth soles they come with. Made by SIDI.

[@TR850]

I originally ordered the Sidi Adventure 2 boots, because I have had multiple other Sidi shoes, however I found the Adventure 2s to be extremely uncomfortable. They were much too tight around the ankle, and there was nothing you could do about it! In contrast the Tech 7 Drystars are absolutely phenomenally comfortable even for all day use. Yes, they are very stiff. So if there is one thing to complain about, then it is there bulkiness and the fact that you have to readjust your shift lever coming from other boots. I‘d be curious to know how the Gaerne Fastbacks would compare to the Tech 7s in terms of bulkiness and stiffness and the shifting comfort.

[@R12gsa09]

Alpinestars corozal; great boot that I wear all day even on Fridays at the office. As far as Sidi Adv2 goretex, what a load of crap and waste of my money!! You can have mine size 10.5 for free. Stiff like a mother, squeaky like a mouse on ecstasy, unbreathably sweaty in the summer like a sauna in your feet. Total foxtrot uniform! Good luck if you buy them.

[@TR850]

I tried the Sidis pn and send them back immediately without riding them. Got the Tech 7s then.

[@douglasgreubel1572]

Thoughts on the Gaerne Dakar? They seem to directly compete with the Sidi Adventures.

[@Taz368]

I bought the Sidi Adventure and the Gaerne Dakar. The Gaerne were better made IMO (real leather, stitched sole), had a lower toebox and fit me better than the Sidi (the Sidi had a wider toebox and I have narrow feet). I kept the Gaerne Dakar and sent the Sidi back.

[@RGB872]

After shopping boots extensively at the end of the last season, the omission of the Dakars seems like an oversight.

[@daywalker2432]

If you had to choose between the Alpinestars Corazal and Toucan. What would be the better choice?

[@rmatvmc]

If money is not a factor, then I would get the Toucan - Chase

[@LoganSumrell]

I have the Toucans and love them. Why are they never on the list? What is better with the others?

[@matthew3136]

I just got the Toucan's in the past couple weeks. I have had other A-Star road boots and these are just as comfortable. I just hate that they haven't been updated in a long time and I always fear that a new version will be coming soon. Same reason I haven't bought an Arai XD4 yet.

[@ObanHighlander]

@@matthew3136 They don't need an update because they are better than all the boots on this list ;-)

[@bh.76]

i know they are older but the Toucans are still an excellent option and better than the Corozal

[@heimvegen5295]

Great review! Thanks! 😊Lifting adv bikes dropped (often) in mud on slippery slopes - I miss that the stiffer boots lack decent lugged soles... Any suggestions for a candidate (extra wide foot too...)🤔🙂

[@twofox7001]

Check Atomic Moto they talk about wide boots

Forma Adventure boots best :)

[@cesarmendoza5]

How about the Revit Discovery boots?

[@RevansNightmare]

What are your thoughts on the Klim adventure boot?

[@DJJellenak]

Hi. Why did you exclude Forma Terra Evo Boots? There were on your list for 2022. Tnx.

[@nils8485]

Where do you see the Gaerne Dakar in this list? Are they close to the Sidi Adventure?

[@bobtwobeers6286]

Show me one boot that is made to fit a 12.5 b width with a A heel. Everything is D width with a few E width. The reason boots don't fit we outsourced everything to other countries. When I was a kid we could go to the local boot maker and get boots made.

[@lunachickyeah]

Is the Sidi boot gonna prevent my ankles from breaking if I find myself under my bike?

[@bernardleger8478]

How about the Rev-It? Love them

[@ERUtheWINDRIDER]

Nice review, but Astars are not so dry as the name suggests. Sidi are much better in this regard.

[@LoganSumrell]

I have the AStar Toucans. They are gortex and I love them. Never had a wet foot.

[@mt1885]

Is the *TECH 3* a good option the Enduro version ?

[@rmatvmc]

Any off-road boot would work. It just depends on the amount of support and protection you want.

[@Hookmeister]

Which is best for wider feet and a high in step?

[@rmatvmc]

The Sidi is the only boot in this lineup that I would say is on the narrow side. The rest of these all have a pretty generous width. I would look at customer reviews or ask you question on the product page to get answers from customers who have bought and are using these boots. - Chase

[@Jmacfann]

Does the MSR have a real stitched welt?

[@gabrielkopp2036]

For 500 bucks the sidi adventure 2 should have the best of every thing..I was interested in this boot until I seen the price..

[@andrewtreloar7389]

Hi RMATV - in terms of protection how would you rate the Fastback against the Tech 7's? I am looking at moving on from my Sidi Adventures as they don't offer enough ankle support both laterally and torsionally. I have discounted the Sidi Crossfire as being a bit too narrow for my foot. Let me know your thoughts.

[@rmatvmc]

I think that they both have great ankle protection, they fit are comfortable and fit true to size. The real difference between the two is with the sole and durability. The Tech 7 has better feet on the pegs but the Fastback is most likely going to last longer. I know riders that wear both boots on ADV rides and they all like their boots. - Chase

[@pareshprajapati7916]

Thank you sir 🇮🇳🙏

[@familyliang382]

Hi Chase what would you recommend for supermoto? Atojo and T7 perhaps? Are there any other lighter boots choices? Thanks in advance!

[@rmatvmc]

The Atojo and the new Fox Instinct 2.0 are the two lightest premium boots that I've worn. The Fox is the most comfortable IMO. - Chase

[@gabrielkopp2036]

What about a boot that is comfortable but will protect your foot and ankle if you fall and the bike cones down on your foot? You never mention that sinerio

[@rmatvmc]

Comfort is very subjective but all the boots on this list are comfortable and offer protection in case of a fall. The Alpinestars Tech 7 is considered by many riders to be one of the more comfortable boots on the market.

[@John83118]

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[@ezsteel78]

Only the last two are dual sport boots. First three models are touring boots, no matter what the label says. If by "adventuring" you mean going to Starbucks, then yes, they will work.

[@rmatvmc]

Seeing who works at Starbucks, now that's an adventure - Chase

[@sumone2768]

Please Guide me. Alpinestars Corozal or Tuocan which will me more comfortable? I will mostly use for Touring and mild off-roading.

[@rmatvmc]

The Corozal sole has more flex and could be better for off the bike comfort, but if budget was not an issue, I would get the Toucan. I've also heard people say that the hinge on the Corozal has a "click" sound and can be annoying - Chase

[@sumone2768]

Perfect, Thanks for the Reply guys.

[@ziekezang]

What about extra large calves? I bought tech 7s but can barley latch the velcro...super uncomfortable

[@rmatvmc]

The Gaerne will be your best bet for very large calves. - Chase

[@redtobertshateshandles]

If it's muddy then you need aggressive tread.

[@rhinogames9856]

How is the under foot feel on the fastback vs aplinstar 7. I have trouble feeling the brake and shifter with my fastback

[@rmatvmc]

The Tech 7 has better feel on the controls than the Gaerne does.

[@williamgehring2291]

What about the BMW adventure boot and the Klim boot with the Boa wire?

[@henryvaneyk3769]

Do not bother with the BMW boots, I had them for years, now just gathering dust in my closet. They are just overpriced Formas. Rather get an MX or Enduro boot from a respected manufacturer that only focus on making boots. Foot surgeries are 10 times as expensive as the most expensive MX boot.

[@adriangeary9628]

Are these good for wide calves

[@rmatvmc]

The Gaerne Fastback have the largest calf opening.

[@mauriciokreisler2868]

SIDI !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SPENJERE]

Why no Klim boot ?

[@xzouix]

As always, the question is not which ones are the best choice. The question is which ones come in smaller sizes and womens sizes.... yea.

[@shannon1160]

The Gaerne fastbacks are not brown leather, they’re microfiber.

[@samiam247]

I own the boots, their leather not micro anything.

[@shannon1160]

@@samiam247 the tag inside the boot says microfiber.

[@SocialTransmission]

Anyone tried the gaerne dakars?

[@_hold_the_line_]

Yes, got some and they're great. However I don't think you should get them if you're prone to dropping the bike.

[@SocialTransmission]

I ended up getting them and they didn't disappoint. They are very comfortable to walk in once the have been broken in. I have since dropped my v-strom 650 while wearing them, and they saved my leg.

[@tedantares2751]

Again (I put it in my comments under your otehr videos), when you say "these boots are comfortabe", show your bare feet so people can have the idea of their shape. I can assume that you have very narrow (and maybe flat) feet because all these boots, except adventure ones made of leather (like Forma Terra Evo Dry) are too narrow for me. And I am not a fat guy - just 170-175 lbs at 6'1". The problem with all these boots is not just that they are narrow, but that they are narrow in a wrong part of the foot. For some reason, boot manufacturers who claim that their boots are wide tend to make them wide only in the toe box completely ignoring the human anatomy. Most feet are the widest at 30%-40% of the foot length from the tips of the toes. And most boots are the widest 20-25%, and are very narrow in the middle. For this reason many people cannot find the boots of their true size that are wide enough, and have to use tricks like upsizing two sizes. I normally wear size 12, but only Alpinestars size 14 can accommodate my feet more or less comfortably, and for that I have to move my foot all the way forward leaving1-1.5" empty at the heel. And it looks and feels almost like I am wearing skis on my feet, not boots. Manufacturers of running shoes also ignore the human anatomy, so many people use the same trick with upsizing, and you can often see people wearing running shoes that are empty at the heels and extend an inch or more behind the heels. And unfortunately, it looks like you are not aware of this problem (because, as I already mentioned, you probably have very narrow and maybe even flat feet). And because you are not aware of it, you neevr talk about the foot shape and never show closely the shapes of the soles and do not provide measurements.

[@tedantares2751]

All these cool technologies do not matter if the shape of the boot does not fit the shape of the foot

[@advridertim]

SIDI all the way......Astars warranty on boots is garbage the backstraps on my tek 10's cracked and broke in the first month they refused to warranty them.

[@UncleWally3]

If I could buy well cared for used boots for half the price I’d buy four . . .

[@johnkeithborrel5819]

This is off-topic. In my theory, motorcycle boots are good to use in a zombie apocalypse, aren't they?

[@rmatvmc]

You afraid of a crawling zombie biting your ankles?

[@DieTabbi]

The problem with all and I mean really all dualsport or crossboots is they are not made for person with a little tiny bigger calfs. You need damn tiny legs.

[@anonymousanonymous8306]

Nah nah nah nah nah, SG12S for me. 12 hour comfort, max protection.

[@nexgenvxv6652]

This so called adventure bike boots are not really good from a safety features. I took a fall with Sidi gore 2, and ended up barely making that day to the campsite. My achilles and back of the calf were smashed so badly. Pannier rammed the back of my leg causing quite big indentation in my achilles (luckily it didn't ruptured). So no more Adventure boots. Better go for something like Alpinestars Tech 7,10 or Leatt 5.5.

[@dinkydotzero]

None of these fit a wide foot, that seems to be a market that's over looked in any motorcycle boots

[@Robert509Marquez]

I have an extra wide foot and the Sidi boots are very comfortable.

[@oklahomahank2378]

How wide is your foot? I find the Gaerne to be pretty wide.

[@enb3810]

Not mentioning that MSR is your own company is a massive conflict of interest and I'm certain you're doing it on purpose.

[@rmatvmc]

We're not shy about it. In many of our individual product spotlight videos we talk about how much r&d we've done for these products. But thanks for checking out the video!

[@enb3810]

@@rmatvmc if you're not shy, it should be a standard disclaimer.

[@rmatvmc]

Wouldn't stating that we own MSR make this a more biased guide? How is NOT stating the we own MSR a conflict of interest? - Chase

[@ivanpopovic1266]

I was wondering who buys these... Problem with any motorcycle boots, only useful for riding. Absolutely useless for any walking around. Get some decent regular boots with some ankle support. That's the trick, save the money. Actually enjoy riding. I normally just use regular work boots.

[@oklahomahank2378]

After a few crashes I would rather wear a true motocross boot and carry some running shoes to change into.

[@idiot-983]

So does this mean that my leather High points are no longer cool ?