The Best Waterproof Motorcycle Riding Pants for 2024

Best Entry-Level Waterproof Motorcycle Pants

Priced under $250.

Scorpion EXO Seattle WP Pants

• Price: $230

• Where to Buy: RevZilla | J&P Cycles

Why?

Do you ride year-round regardless of what mother nature has planned? Well Scorpion USA created the EXO Seattle WP pants with you in mind.

The shell uses 600D Polyester main body fabric and extra heavy duty 1680D Nylon on the knees to provide excellent slide resistance. Sas-Tec CE Level 2 knee armor plus PE foam hip padding will provide fall protection.

To meet that all-weather target, the EXO Seattle pants come with a removable thermal liner, full-side zippers, and gussets for those zippers to ensure total waterproofness. The 2 way zippers also make it simple to adjust some ventilation when needed.

These pants will serve you well for touring and commuting and are easy to slip on over jeans and boots.

Merlin Mason WP Jeans

• Price: $230

• Where to Buy: RevZilla

Why?

Modern riding jeans have helped many of us stay protected and still look great when out of the saddle. But if you are like me, this means you’ve probably been caught by that rain storm more than a few times when the rain kit is still back home in the garage.

The Merlin Mason WP jeans are made from high-quality 11.5oz denim, with a Dupont™ Kevlar® lining, and a Reissa waterproof and breathable membrane that will keep you protected and dry. The jeans have a mesh lining for comfort and waterproof rear pockets to keep valuables safe and dry.

Best Mid-Range Waterproof Motorcycle Pants

Priced between $250 and $450.

Olympia Airglide 6 Pants

• Price: $280

• Where to Buy: RevZilla

Why?

The entire Olympia Moto Sports brand was developed by riders for riders, and their designs always convey that in the finished garments. What do I mean? Well, the Airglide 6 pants use the best Cordura fabric with Ballistic Airflow mesh panels for the outer shell. The zippers are all top-spec Metaluxe® YKK zippers.

The pants have great ventilation thanks to the mesh but have a unique waterproof liner that can be worn under or over the trousers. A perfect solution when you are set for warm weather and a storm comes up.

There are 3M Scotchlite™ reflective details and full length zippers down the legs. Overall this is a pair of pants that can handle anything you want to ride through.

REV'IT! Sand 4 H2O Pants

• Price: $390

• Where to Buy: RevZilla | J&P Cycles

Why?

I admit to being a fan of the Dutch Brand Rev’it, but you will understand why when you try the Sand 4 H2O Pants. These stylish pants are fully waterproof thanks to the removable Hydratex | Lite waterproof liner. The liner is full length and seam-sealed, but the material also remains breathable, significantly improving comfort.

Rev’it also provides a thermal liner that can really extend your riding season. The 1000D PWR | Shell is lightweight and offers high abrasion resistance. The armor is Seesmart Level 2 at the knees and level 1 at the hips. Zippers on the legs provide some ventilation, and you will notice the Tacky Suregrip material in the seat which really adds grip in the saddle.

Dainese Drake Air D-Dry Pants

• Price: $330

• Where to Buy: RevZilla | J&P Cycles

Why?

Looking for waterproof pants to match your Sport focused riding style? Dainese Drake Air D-Dry pants have a removable liner with a breathable waterproof D-Dry membrane, perfect for warm weather even if a summer rain shower appears.

Construction is of D-Synth 350 fabric with micro-elastic inserts, and EN-certified protection is standard (composite at the knees, Pro-Shape at the hips). The zipper on the lower calf makes these pants work well with both short and tall riding boots.

Best High-End Waterproof Motorcycle Pants

Priced over $450.

REV'IT! Valve H2O Pants

• Price: $840

• Where to Buy: RevZilla

Why?

The REV'IT! Valve H2O Pants are high-tech, all-season waterproof pants, great for cruiser and sport touring riders. You are always completely protected from the elements thanks to the mix of waterproof CORIUM+ leather and a breathable Hydratex waterproof laminate. Rev’it calls it VCS | Aquadefence, which is their system that allows cool air over the upper leg via magnetic flaps that can be opened with one hand and with gloves on. The warm air inside the pants may easily be let out through the ventilation zippers on the back, helping to maintain the optimal body temperature for your upper leg.

For the cooler days, you also have a removable thermal liner, and for protection, there is Seeflex Level 2 armor at the knees and SeeSmart Level 1 padding at the hips. These are some of the best pants Rev’it has for multi-season on-road touring.

Rukka Rapto-R Pants

• Price: $1,130

• Where to Buy: RevZilla

Why?

Yes, these pants from Rukka carry a steep price tag, but if you are a serious iron butt who is happy riding through anything mother nature can conjure up, the Rapto-R pants are worth a look. These are a new release from Rukka, and they are feature-rich while still offering top-level protection. Breathable and waterproof Gore-Tex Pro 3 layer is laminated to abrasion and tear-resistant stretch-polyamide shell fabric with Armacor reinforcements on the knees and hips. Rukka D3O Air XTR hip and knee/shin protectors help this garment meet CE Norm EN 1621-1 2012 Level 2 ratings.

There are vents on the thighs, adjustable leg bottoms with zippers, and hook and loop fasteners for tightening. For warmth, Rukka provides a removable extra warm down liner with 85g filling (90/10 down/feather filling). These waterproof riding pants will stand up to the most intense needs of a demanding rider.

Klim Badlands Pro Pants

• Price: $750

• Where to Buy: RevZilla

Why?

Klim is well-known and well respected in the ADV community, and it is due to excellent products like this pair of hardcore, be-awesome-at-everything riding pants.

The Badland Pro Pants have been updated for 2022. The Gore Tex 3-layer Pro Shell provides excellent waterproofing. Highly abrasion resistant 630D Karbonite ripstop panels are used in the key impact and wear areas, with 400D and 200D fabric layouts in main body and medium abrasion areas.

The ventilation has been improved with the addition of a zippered vent down near the front shin. This combined with the 2 upper leg vents allows airflow over the entire leg area. As with most good ADV pants, pockets and storage are abundant and waterproof.

Protection is all CE AA rated with armor at the knees, hips, and tailbone.

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