The Falco Viky Ladies Waterproof boots sit in the short boot category, though to me they feel closer to mid-length. That extra height helps give a little more coverage and reassurance, while keeping the sleek styling of a short boot. The uppers are full leather and the closure system combines a lace front with a side zip. It’s a simple but effective design - adjust the laces to your liking once, then rely on the zip for daily on-and-off ease. Falco market the Vikys as all-season boots, thanks to the High-Tex waterproof membrane. Here's how I've found them to perform…
Fit & comfort
One of the real positives here is the fit. The footbed isn’t narrow, so there’s a bit more room than you get with some sportier boots - that's ideal if, like me, you don’t have particularly wide feet but still struggle with brands that run tight across the front. Sizing was consistent with my normal shoes, so no guesswork needed.
On the bike, they’ve been a comfortable companion for longer rides. Unlike some sports boots, which can cause my toes to go numb on a long stint, these stayed supportive without pinching.
Photography: Jose Mas
Off the bike, I could happily wear them all day - this is my second pair of Vikys and with the first pair I often wore them at work instead of swapping into trainers.
The only negative is slight pressure at the back of the heel from the sole. It’s not painful at first, but over hours it can become noticeable.
Cold weather protection
Although this pair hasn’t seen temperatures below 15°C, my previous Vikys were worn through all seasons, day in and day out. They took on winter without major complaints, especially when I wore thicker socks. The lace system makes it easy to tweak the fit to accommodate warmer socks, which adds to the practicality.
Warm weather protection
For summer use, they are better than I expected. There’s no dedicated venting, but my feet have never felt cooked, even on days above 20°C. They’re not breezy mesh trainers by any stretch, yet Falco seem to have struck a good balance with the leather and membrane so I've found I don’t overheat quickly.
Grip & stability
Grip has been consistently good. My previous Honda CBR650R, on which I wore these boots, ran metal sports pegs, and the Vikys held firm with no slipping or loss of feel. Walking around, they also gave steady footing on trickier surfaces - from gravel car parks at bike meets to polished workshop floors. The sole feels tough enough to take abuse, but flexible enough that walking never becomes a chore.
Protection
The CE ratings tell their own story: Level 1 for height, cut resistance and transverse rigidity, Level 2 for abrasion. That places them a step down from more heavy-duty touring or adventure boots, but still a reassuring cut above casual shoes or non-CE footwear. Speaking subjectively, they don’t feel flimsy to me. The leather construction, coupled with their overall solidity, inspires confidence that they’d stand up reasonably in a spill.
Durability
With just under 1000 miles on this pair, they’re wearing in nicely. The leather is creasing naturally at the toe box and picking up light scuffs from pegs and gear shifts - I'd call this character rather than damage.
My first pair lasted close to two years of hard, daily use before the waterproof membrane at the toe started to wear through. Given how much I rode in them, that felt like fair value for money.
These new ones look set to follow the same pattern, and like a good pair of Doc Martens they seem to get more comfortable with age.
Conclusion
The Falco Viky boots manage to be stylish, practical and durable in equal measure. They aren’t the right choice if you’re a supersport rider chasing maximum race protection, but for commuting, touring or everyday road use they fit the bill.
They’re smart enough to wear all day at work, comfortable enough for long rides, and resilient enough for varied weather.
The balance of lace-and-zip closure is a genuine quality-of-life bonus, the waterproofing holds up well, and the leather build gives them longevity.
While the heel pressure point was a slight issue, and CE levels show their limits compared to bulkier touring boots, for riders who dislike the feel of chunky footwear these hit a sweet spot between style and substance.
