Motorcycle Boots

Quality boots which were comfortable from the first ride

I’m now on my second pair of Klim Outlander Gore-Tex Leather Boots, so this is very much a long-term, real-world review rather than a first impression. My initial review still stands from when I reviewed these boots last year.

The good bit first: these boots are exceptionally comfortable. They feel much more like a quality walking boot than a traditional motorcycle boot, which is why I bought them. They are easy to wear all day, comfortable off the bike, and the BOA closure system is excellent. It makes them very quick to get on and off, gives an even fit, and is much easier than messing around with laces or buckles when using them regularly.

Protection-wise, they feel very reassuring for a short boot. They are not a full-height touring or off-road boot, but for commuting, touring and general road use like I do, they strike a very good balance between comfort, practicality and protection I think.

The reason for the 3-star rating is waterproof durability. My first pair covered around 20,000 miles and were fantastic until their second winter, when they started leaking between the sole and the upper. For a Gore-Tex boot at this price point, that was disappointing. Waterproofing is one of the main reasons for buying Klim/Gore-Tex kit, so once they leak, it is impossible to overlook.

That said, the warranty support from Sportsbikeshop and Klim was excellent. The boots were replaced at no charge under the Gore-Tex/Klim warranty, and this replacement pair has now done around 10,000 miles with no leaks so far. That gives me confidence in both SBS and Klim standing behind the product.

So overall: comfort is genuinely outstanding, the BOA system is excellent, and when they are waterproof they are superb boots. However, my first pair leaking between the sole and upper means I can’t honestly give them 5 stars. The warranty response was excellent, but I’d rather not have needed it in the first place.

TL;DR: A brilliant boot in use, backed by a very good warranty, but marked down because the first pair failed on waterproofing.

The comfort is good but walking in them needs more time to break in, I have not done them up to the top lace hole as have little legs as a bit to snug. Apart from that like them very much, Joy.

These are easy to walk in and use casually as well as on the bike. I still find myself starting to undo the laces when they have a perfectly good zip on the side. For me the recommended size fits perfectly but pulling them on when using the zip is a bit of a challenge. Hence I mention my shoe horn. However they are light and comfy and I'm happy with the purchase. I don't expect high waterproof performance because they're not high enough up the ankle.

Really comfortable and because of the thick sole it helps, if you’re a bit short in the leg, to get your feet on the ground.

Comfy boot good value