Top 10 short motorcycle boots 2020

In this video review, Chris talks through our top 10 short motorcycle boots for 2020. Now we’ve titled this review ‘Top 10 short motorcycle boots’, and we’ve called it that because someone told us that Google loves ‘Top Ten’ reviews. But we simply couldn’t narrow down our selection to just 10 pairs, so the review actually covers no less than 15 different styles. Just don’t tell Google, please! Now we’ve narrowed our choices to two styles of boot. There’s the typical workwear style of boot and the trainer type boot. We’ve not included, therefore, short off-road boots or those slightly racier boots that look like boxing boots. We told Chris that he had to fly through the boots, and limit himself to no more than 60 seconds on each. Fat chance. He goes over his allotted time a bit such that the entire video runs to about 30 minutes. But, frankly, if you’re in the market for a short boot, that would probably be the wisest investment of your time imaginable. Go into your average bike shop and you might get to see just half a dozen different boots. Or, of course, you could rely on some geezer on a forum. He will know nothing about anything, other than the boot that he bought. And he’ll want to tell you either that he’s really clever and bought the best boot in the world, or because he made a mistake when he made his purchase, he’ll want to tell you why such and such a boot is the most rubbish boot of all time. How you do your research is up to you. But if you do make it through the 15 reviews, you will note that Chris starts each and every one with the word ‘So’. We only realised this at the end of our little shoot. Chris didn’t want to do all the reviews again, and certainly we didn’t wanted listen to him either! He’s getting better at this, bit by bit, but it’s slow progress.
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[@motozest7856]

Guys, overlay the name of the boots you're reviewing and do timestamps for each boot. I mean, you've gone to the trouble of recording the video - doing this additional steps takes you literally 1 minute, and the viewer experience is 100 times better.

[@jacobladder954]

And if I may add it would be helpful for Chris to consistently show the bottom of the footwear.

[@anomie6788]

You are doing a great job describing the boots all except their name, I have to keep going back to find out the brand style of the boot

[@PeterMurphyceltic]

Fantastic review and video Chris. Very informative.

[@onaroad4505]

As usual the most comprehensive informative no B.S description please don’t ever stop,thanks Ash

[@Motolegends]

Thank you for your appreciation!

[@zjedinite]

Best boot video I’ve seen, all the chosen ones are right up my alley! Need to watch a few more times before seeking them out to try on. Well done sir, Thanks you! 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

I bought one of your last taller Helstons C5 boots. I love them.

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

This shop is on the to-do list. It looks fantastic.

[@swiss889]

What a review thanks so much 👌

[@lmj5994]

Just a great boot discussion. Thank you.

[@CODIEWRYDROP72]

Just bought the Rokker Urban 👍 love it 😀

[@judeoko]

I have a pair of the rokker boots and a pair of tcx blend, you are right the rokker are just quality. You would not be able to tell on the video but they are really worth the money. I would definitely recomend them. I can honestly say they are expensive they do have to wear them in ( worth the wait) you will have them for years and have them resolved. The tcx blend are really comfortable and cool, but if you had both pairs to try on, you would see the difference and pay. I would definitely recomend and would buy another pair in the future. The point about the ankle protection, the padding and thickness of leather is far better than the specific ankle protectors in lesser boots.

[@davidmohr4004]

Agreed. I have a couple Rokker's (Racer and Rebel) boots and some TCK I picked up on clearance. I am a bit of boot ho both for the bike and others. I tend to be buy once cry once so I tend to buy higher priced IF they are quality. I do really like my TCXs at the price point. They look great they are super comfortable and waterproof into the bargain. On clearance a hard to beat grab 'em and put 'em in closet. I wear them in wet and I have no complaints. That said if they were a daily wearer, they do not compare to the handmade Rokker for quality or durability. There is no way they would stand up to daily wear for more than 2 or 3 years. No question the TCX is not a boot that will get resoled as they would just be worn out and tossed. I think the Rokker will likely be around long enough to get new soles and be well worth it. Nothing wrong with either and they both fill a role...just different boots at different price points.

[@neil2me9]

The DriRider 2020 Urban Boot .. I order a pair from Australia and there great.

[@andrewmillard5326]

Roker urban racer boots, love the look of these. Do you do the leather protection products for these boots.

[@expatbiker6598]

In coming to the shop in guildford once the lockdown eases off or living with Corona becomes the new normal.

[@urielitowagner]

I love my UMBERTO LUCE LEVINE boots. 100% made in México. 😍

[@tockingwatches2377]

That Daytona boot reminds me of the lacing systems for snowboard boots.

[@mrbjay5443]

The Hyper boot by Forma comes in a black leather now, a gorgeous waterproof black leather boot. I have it. I love it!

[@jeffgreen3402]

I've been very happy with my Stylmartin Spitfire's, the only criticism is that both zip tags broke after a year, but apart from that they've been excellent.

[@drmengawyong]

Chris is the split boot half price?

[@mrks_motorcyclist]

The Belstaff boots are my favorite. I am riding with Red Wing - Engineer & Ranger 8111 boots. If it's raining i take my waterproof socks (I always have it as a backup) or Harley-Davidson FXRG-3 waterproof boots.

[@My_bike_and_me]

I really love watching your videos Chris & I love my TCX Hero boots

[@Bredaxe]

I bought a pair of TCX race style boot about a year ago and they were ready to go from day one and comfortable. I think they had the least amount of break in a I experienced from a motorcycle boot. I need to try one of these street styles / casual boots also.

[@wahiba]

Daytona speed lacing, looks same as ex German army boots, great boots on the bike. 20 years ago so not sure if still around.

[@danthechippie4439]

Hi Chris, have you reviewed the Falco royal Enfield 650 aviator motorcycle boots? Zips on both sides

[@emanuelpicciano1731]

Which boots would you recommend for the summer? i'm struggling to find something vintage that looks like tcx or belstaff but transpiring at the same time. thx.

[@Chokkan]

I really wish I could drop in and try all those, and all the other things in your shop. I'll be first in line when you open a shop in Japan. :D

[@wangjuezi]

What are those boots next to your arai helmet in the background? They look nice

[@nl7002]

A bit late to the party but which boots would you recommend for a RTW trip, mostly in hot climate where river crossing rain might occur but also lots of walking/hiking? Fair protection is a plus ! Daytonas? The Swiss Brand?

[@ejoemoto]

Great vid! I’ve put 1000s of miles on my Helstons, Great boot!

[@LoveGuruRider]

looks awsome...

[@MrMomo182]

Will you do another Trickers boot? I missed out on the Ellis and the Roadster in my size.

[@geraldineold3641]

Altberg boots made in Yorkshire last for ever free foot measurement.BRILLIANT.

[@Motolegends]

Altberg make very fine boots. But when I ordered a pair to compare with a pair of Daytona I thought they were clunky and clumsy by comparison. There is another issue going forward. It is suspected that the EU will make the wearing of CE approved boots obligatory at some point in the not too distant future as they have done already with gloves. Altberg boots are not CE approved. Altberg also has the a very old fashioned website. It can be quite difficult to buy a pair of their boots, and if they don't have your size you can be in for an eight week wait. I see them more as an artisanal maker rather than a serious player. ML

[@NJLinSpain]

Thank you for your excellent and comprehensive review. However, I would appreciate your comments on the longevity and robustness of the zips on boots. I have given up on them. I have had two pairs of boots with zips (TCX and Motorrad), within two years, the zips had failed on both pairs.

[@Motolegends]

Dear Nigel We do occasionally get issues on zips but it is pretty rare. I would suggest you have been a little unlucky. ML

[@rickp9946]

Can we assume all but the Trickers are CE rated? I've got a pair of the Helstons C5 boots and whilst they are good looking and go well with my jeans I do have a nagging doubt that if I were to be involved in an accident (post-COVID-19 of course) they wouldn't give as much protection as I should maybe have so I'll probably be looking for taller boots in the coming season (2021 at this rate!).

[@Motolegends]

Yes, all the boots except the Trickers are CE rated, but clearly, the problem with any short boot is that they don't extend up the shin. A taller boot is, in some ways, more protective. ML

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Who makes the best non-stop some?? Most Moto boots I've had have been ridiculously slippery.

[@wanderleisantosfilho5765]

it would be nice if you kept the boot make/model up on the screen at all times, including price.

[@jcluttrell]

Or at least a timestamp with the boot make model in the description

[@galenmarek6949]

He wants you to go to his shop. That's an advertising video, not a review video

[@danlachappelle]

@@jcluttrell i had a pen and paper ready , then picked my favorite

[@lmartin0]

Excellent

[@Spriterom]

I have got a TCX Hero in black and they had a Goretex lining. It's a very nice boot but I only wear it when it rains and it hasn't let me down yet.

[@ThePowerMoves]

They're really beautiful! do they get hot in summer?

[@Spriterom]

@@ThePowerMoves I think it really depends what the temp is like and if you are riding or walking. If the temperature is around 30 degrees then it's pretty hot on the bike regardless what I am wearing, even when moving. They feel exactly like a leather boot would feel at 30 degrees.

[@ThePowerMoves]

@@Spriterom thanks man

[@lc6920]

Are the helstons travel boot resolable? What is it’s construction style? Thank you for this vid!!

[@Motolegends]

You can't sew on a replacement sole but if a cobbler can remove the existing rubber sole you could potentially stick a new one on. ML

[@davebalaam]

I had a pair of TCX X-Blend. Comfiest boots I've ever owned, but the lining started falling apart after 6 months. TCX did send me a brand new pair as a replacement, but I ended up selling them as New-Unworn and bought something else.

[@ThePowerMoves]

Do they get hot in summer?

[@davebalaam]

@@ThePowerMoves They're no better or worse than regular leather boots.

[@chrisoz4929]

Which trainer style boot would you recommend for a very wide foot?

[@honkiebikedude]

Absolutely love my TCX Hero boots , very surprising that they are not popular .

[@ThePowerMoves]

They are absolutely stunning! Do they get hot in summer?

[@michaeltyler1834]

20:00 That time Hermes went through his biker stage haha, those better have Goodyear soles. I'm rather enjoying the videos you guys put out. I also enjoy Chris's honesty and devotion to fashion and style. I dare say that Chris quite possibly is so honest because he appears to be terrible at lying... he seems to have a tell when he's not 100% comfortable telling someone something or if there is a baby elephant in the room, and I'm 100% ok with that. Actually I rather prefer that quality in salesmen. Trying to trick us with a Trickers! I rarely buy into bullshit and gimmicks, and I'm not implying, or rather completely categorizing this as bullshit or a gimmick, but I fall for a Royal Warrant every time haha. Quite possibly it's a heritage thing, and I do admire Holland & Holland shotguns so I have to admit it must stand for some type of benchmark in quality. That being said Jimmy Savile was a knight.... hey we all make mistakes! I'm keen on the idea of a stylish Chelsea Boot with a CE rating. Hopefully the ever advancing field of chemical engineering and the rapid advancements in textile technology will warrant us with a pair in the not so distant future! Until then I'm sticking with the Belstaff Trialmaster Boots or just putting a shift protector over my many pair of cowboy boots! Thanks again for the videos.

[@Motolegends]

There is a CE approved Chelsea boot from TCX called the Staten. There is a review of it on our website. I am not sure I would term it stylish.

[@ryannicholas6702]

Do you feel the Helstons C5 or TCX Street Ace offers better protection?

[@motolegends2606]

Ryan, I'd have to say it's marginal. Neither boot sits at the top end in terms of protection. But I would probably tend to the view that the TCX is more of a proper bike boot. The Helstons is a very stylish boot that you can wear on the bike. ML

[@DuydhJohncena]

What about revit royal h20?

[@jimflynn5105]

I looked at the X Blend but opted for the Hero. To me the X Blend sole unit looks cheap and doesn’t have the type of grip I want. The Hero looks more premium in comparison with a better sole unit and the addition of a zip along with the laces to make getting them on and off more easy. The price difference isn’t exorbitant, especially with the Motolegends price comparison policy. A no brainer.

[@ThePowerMoves]

They're stunning! I was looking for info on them, do they get hot in summer?

[@jimflynn5105]

@@ThePowerMoves too early to tell!

[@Dylzhaar]

Real shame about there being no ankle protection in those Tricker's Elis boots. They're just what I'm looking for style wise but I personally wouldn't want to wear boots without any ankle protection.

[@dicktrickle5352]

Redwings, moc toe , or my favorite iron ranger......

[@Motolegends]

Great hipster boots but no protectors in the toes and ankles. Not really proper bike boots. ML

[@228ANDY]

Why no buckled boots?

[@danboyd6180]

The fact he called them Doctor Martins instead of “Doc Martins” might be the most British part of the video

[@olironrider8918]

As always... 👍👍

[@PeterMurphyceltic]

What boots are those between the petrol pump and the Arai helmet?

[@Motolegends]

Hi Peter, those are the Tricker’s boots that Chris reviewed at the end of this video. Thanks, ML

[@PeterMurphyceltic]

@@Motolegends thanks team ; )

[@Tommy-Atkins]

A decent pair of German para boots...cheap as chips and do the job just as well!! (£40)

[@Motolegends]

We come across this a lot. There's lots of gear that does the job just as well ...... until you have an accident. ML

[@Tommy-Atkins]

Motolegends ....yeah...I get this a lot too...especially from those trying to sell the products....and that’s why paratrooper boots are designed to withstand the impact of hitting the ground with a combined load of combat equipment and body weight....but hey...£200/300 to have an extra piece of leather across the toe is value....if you’re a very rich hipster!......

[@allanshort8264]

@@Tommy-Atkins agree. I spent £35 four years ago for steel tocap, steel shank soled boots from farmers co-op. Still going strong. They are all copies of British Army artillery boot that marched through Tibet, Kalahari, Sahara, Malaya, Belize. Classic design doesn't require premium price

[@roshanwadhwani9464]

Which brand will have 12.5size wide waterproof boot?

[@Motolegends]

Daytona Road Star has four different width fittings. ML

[@quidestnunc9238]

Please show us All the firm, CE ankle armour. A.T.G.A.T.T.

[@washedup_adventurer]

TCX hero is a great boot. love it. But my feet run so hot, I wish it didn't have a waterproof liner. I oil my boots and keep them in good condition. I know from my wildland fire days, an oiled leather boot is waterproof enough for me, and lets my feet breath. Why are so many motorcycle boots waterproof?

[@Spriterom]

Maybe it's worth investing into another pair of a boots? There are a lot of boots that aren't waterproof too and they will be cheaper. I have TCX Hero GTX boot. It does feel hot sometimes but hot over drenched for me.

[@davidmohr4004]

Mine get warm even on cool days with the WP versions.

[@steveaga4683]

Hi Chris! When you state that Daytona will repair your boots for life....and that makes them great value.....do they do this for free ...as in a lifetime warranty?

[@Motolegends]

No, not a life time warranty. You can get paid repairs for life!

[@steveaga4683]

@@Motolegends My guess is that repair will cost much the same as a new pair of cheaper boots!

[@anshumanbhattacharya5020]

Look at us. Boots, bikes and lockdown. Love from India

[@travelmythfact]

I like the video and details init, but didn't like the comment complaining about the speaker.

[@rebirthofthecool5619]

That Daytona looks like a stiletto with a platform heel

[@shawnofdanaukota3843]

Can you wear army breathable boots when you’re riding motorcycle?

[@Motolegends]

Technically, of course, you can wear anything you like on the bike. There is no legal requirement. I'm imagining there are lots of different styles of army boot. Breathable suggests no membrane so they won't keep your feet dry, but the main issue is to do with reinforcements in the toe, heel and ankles, and I don't know whether your boots have these. The other issue is a shank in the sole which gives the boot rigidity, again you only get this in better motorcycle boots - don't know whether you get one in an army boot. ML

[@salvadorgarciaalcaniz1940]

Subtitula porfavor

[@tockingwatches2377]

Why are leather boots waterproof but not their leather jacket counterparts?

[@Motolegends]

We all wear leather boots in bad weather but don’t tend to wear leather jackets in the worst of weathers. You can put a waterproof membrane in a leather jacket (eg Halvarssons Racken or Rokka Coriace) but they are not the best type of jacket for bad weather.

[@tanacz5505]

No laces

[@NVK85]

I have a TCX HERO WP in brown for 2 years, and i should say they wear out too quickly. The leather they use is too gentle for moto boot. The inside section of heal also show a lot of wear just because of contact with a frame of motorcycle. Not sure if i would buy them again. Also almost all of manufacturers does not offer half size boots. I'm 44.5 EUR / 10.5 US but i have to take bigger size and deal with that =/

[@turvyjj9232]

No Mohawk style boot. Do you sell any in your shop?

[@Motolegends]

We currently don't do any moc toe boots. We have found in the past that it is difficult to have a hard toe counter in a moc toe boot. ML

[@turvyjj9232]

@@Motolegends Thanks for the answer and explanation. Cheers

[@dougduncan356]

Re the X Hero. The leather is too shiny and looks plastic. I looked at buying them but that’s why I didn’t.

[@Motolegends]

Dear Doug I think you are spot on. It's funny how the finish of the leather can make such an impact on perceptions. Ironically, once the boot is worn in it develops a very nice patina. ML

[@azizulzulzaha]

They really need to put the zip at the back of the shoe

[@kharakim]

Any boot that doesn't provide heavy-duty ankle-bone protection is a long-term painful recovery in the making if the rider goes down and his or her ankle(s) slide on the pavement. Boots without solid ankle protection are trading short-term comfort for long-term, painful healing.

[@Motolegends]

As someone who is currently recovering from a broken ankle from a motorbike accident I couldn't agree more. All the short boots have CE approved ankle protectors except the Trickers boots (which I do make clear in the video). Having said that looking at what many bikers wear the Trickers is still a more protective boot than many worn out there. ML

[@burgundypoint]

You should put the names of the boots in writing on the screen. It is very difficult to make out what boot you are talking about. At least put them in the description with a corresponding timestamp.

[@rickt.223]

A close up shot of each boot would’ve been very helpful.

[@alexirobot]

TCX is not french its an Italian company

[@salvadorgarciaalcaniz1940]

In spanish

[@eithne50]

Any Vegan/Vegetarian boots?

[@Motolegends]

Dear Mark You need to look at Sidi boots. They are all vegan friendly. ML

[@eithne50]

@@Motolegends Thanks for that (and taking the time to reply).

[@f64ecc]

Motorcycle boots don’t have laces.

[@Motolegends]

Look back at Steve McQueen - all of his had laces. Not sure where your comment comes from. ML

[@f64ecc]

Motolegends laces can get caught up in chains, sprockets, etc., hence laces are dangerous. Riding is inherently dangerous, why increase that risk? My comment is based on risk reduction as opposed to nostalgia or fashion. Look at the boots worn by F1 racers, see any with laces?

[@f64ecc]

Steve McQueen also wore head and face coverings containing asbestos, a proven carcinogen, leading to his death by cancer. That was a bad idea too.

[@wanderjahren]

Mis-titled; concentrated on trainer and work styles, not simply "short" boots.

[@neilabraham-dowsing2325]

Maybe I'm being a little bit traditional but boots with a zip AND laces is a bit pants. It's like having a Slip-on shoe with fake laces. Make it one or the other. Is the zip there because people have become so lazy that they can be bothered to lace/unlace their boots. Snowflake bikers !!

[@ck2503]

I see no Rev'It Pioneers - shame on you.

[@chuckbaker8167]

Lame boots most of them.

[@Motolegends]

Dear Chuck Thanks for your input. Very constructive! ML

[@cooisadl]

lame comment ever

[@jhonbjornlodbrok7745]

Not a fan of high heel caps,looks feminine.

[@ahbalone]

Lot's of gay boots.

[@motozest7856]

What's a gay boot?