| Motorcycle boots may be fashionable, but first | | | | It is important you get real motorcycle boots if |
| and foremost they are protective gear just like | | | | you ride, instead of ones just made for fashion. |
| helmets. They help protect your feet and ankles | | | | The protection of your feet depends on it. |
| from exhaust pipes, flying gravel and other road | | | | Real boots have short heels which provide ankle |
| debris, as well as from abrasions and impact | | | | support but let you move your feet easily and |
| should you fall. | | | | rest them on motorcycle pegs. Soles will get lots |
| There are both ankle length boots and full length | | | | of wear and need to sturdy. They are often |
| boots. Full length boots are also called tour boots | | | | made of oil resistant rubber and have good |
| or tall boots, and the shorter ones are also known | | | | traction. Often soles are both glued and stitched |
| as shorty boots. Full length boot are around 9 | | | | on. Boots with ventilation are also great in warm |
| inches tall and higher and offer more protection. | | | | climates and long rides. Waterproof boots sort of |
| There are lots of well known and respected | | | | work; they are a good idea but if you get caught |
| brands to choose from, including Redwing, Sidi, | | | | in a big downpour you will get soaked. |
| Harley-Davidson, and more. There are specially | | | | Remember that motorcycle boots are safety |
| designed boots for sport and dirt bike, including by | | | | gear first and foremost And yes, lots of them |
| Thor, Alpinestar, and Fox. | | | | look great too. |