Motorcycle boots have to do more than just protect your feet and ankles; they need to stand up to constant use and manipulation without impairing the wearer's ability to use foot controls. This is especially true when pavement turns to dirt or gravel, where dust and rocks play a large role in long-term comfort and durability.

Our selections for off-road motorcycle boots are focused on safety and rider comfort, followed by value for money.

Your fingers, palms, and wrists are very fragile and don’t hold up well to any kind of crash. Gloves provide considerable protection, including reinforced construction and integrated abrasion-resistant armor. Plus, gloves enhance long-term riding comfort. After all, who doesn’t appreciate a good pair of heated gloves on an early-fall ride?

When riding off road, prioritize grip/dexterity, abrasion resistance, and comfort. If you're riding adventure or are in the bush, you'll want gloves that give you total control over the bars (and throttle).

Next to your helmet, your riding jacket is the most important piece of riding gear you will wear. A quality motorcycle riding jacket will be comfortable, fit well, and be made from durable synthetic materials or leather. In addition to safety, motorcycle jackets are a great way to express your style and compliment the look of your bike.

Off-road jackets need to prioritize rider comfort, and that means both heat management as well as waterproofing. Motocross riders will want something lightweight, with inserts for armor, whereas an adventure rider will want a jacket that is waterproof and able to withstand being in the rain.

Your pants have two important jobs: keep you comfortable and withstand a slide on asphalt, pavement, and gravel. Modern motorcycle riding pants incorporate abrasion-resistant material, body armor, and clever ventilation to improve your riding comfort in addition to providing considerable protection.

Adventure riders going off-road for long distances will want pants that have plenty of storage and are weatherproof, whereas a motocross rider will want pants that are lightweight and armored in the knees.