Best Motorcycle Track Boots
The most technologically advanced things you can put on your feet
Updated October 2025
Motorcycle track boots might look outlandish to some, but you don’t fully appreciate your feet or your ankles until you can’t use them anymore – that’s why you want the best boots you can afford. seemingly benign motorcycle accidents can be brutal if there’s damage to the feet or ankles. It used to be (and sometimes still is) the norm to simply wear leather work boots or military-style boots on a motorcycle, but if you’re piloting technologically advanced vehicles like sportbikes, you should have the best motorcycle track boots out there. Here, we’ve gathered some of the best track boots currently available on the market. Though they all perform the same basic function, each brand has its own specific methodologies.
Here they are, in no particular order:
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Alpinestars Supertech R – $600
Alpinestars started as a boot company, making hiking shoes for folks to climb the Italian alps. Since then, premium footwear has been at the heart of the company. The Supertech R boot is the pinnacle in Alpinestars’ track footwear lineup. The secret sauce for the Supertech boot is the internal bootie, aka the Biomechanical Ankle Brace. To sum it up in a few words, two fiberglass reinforced polyamide braces act as hinges on each side, allowing the ankle to only move in its natural direction (up and down) and preventing movement side-to-side. It works in conjunction with the outer boot (the part visible to the outside world) to provide ultimate impact, abrasion, and rotational protection, while still being thin enough to give the rider maximum feel of the motorcycle’s controls. Check out Troy's full review of the Supertech R boot!
Dainese Axial 2 – $699
The Dainese Axial 2 Boots are the Italian firm's high-performance racing footwear offering the most protection in its range. They feature the Axial Distortion Control System in Kevlar carbon, a Groundtrax® racing sole, and replaceable magnesium sliders. Designed to fit under racing suits via their "IN" construction with Velcro, they include a back zipper and internal lacing for secure, adjustable fit. That design is why the Axial 2 "IN" boot is one of the most flexible options on this list. It's a sleek look, although best paired with Dainese suits designed for this fitment. Protection is strengthened with reinforced toe, heel magnesium covers, and split cowhide leather inserts. A stretch fabric cuff enhances comfort over long rides. Certified to CE Level 2, these boots combine race-level durability with advanced ergonomic design.
TCX RT-Race Pro Air Boots - $579
The TCX RT-Race Pro Air is the Italian company’s premium offering in the racing segment, constructed from a microfiber base featuring TCX’s Double Flex Control System, which uses the large blade-like support brace at the rear of the boot to essentially control forward or backward movement of the ankle. Taking the boot on or off is through the zippered opening found on the outer edge of the boot, with a ratcheting calf closure at the top, finished off with the F.F.C., or Fasten Fit Control lacing system. On the inner side of the boot you’ll find a large swath of abrasion resistant microfiber to provide maximum feel of the motorcycle. Speaking of which, the RT-Race Pro’s sole features a double compound rubber designed in conjunction with Michelin inspired by the Power Supersport Evo tire. Other features include magnesium toe sliders and heel plate (check with your racing org if these are legal).
Gaerne GP Evo 1 Boots - $499
We're glad to see Gaerne on the list, since they're one of the pioneers of motorcycling footwear. Designed for track riding, the Gaerne GP Evo 1 Boots are an uncompromising take on protection, offering one of the most substantial designs on this list. Their microfiber chassis is reinforced with the Gaerne Floating Pivot System (GFPS) for precise lateral support while preserving natural movement. A BOA IP1 speed-lace system and internal zip enable secure, customizable fit. Replaceable magnesium sliders, a PU shin plate, and shifter protection bolster durability and control. With a multi-density sole and CE certification to EN 13634:2017, they deliver elite-level protection and responsiveness.
Sidi Rex Boots – $499
The Sidi Rex Boots are another race-ready offering, providing excellent protection whether you plan on hitting the track or canyons. Their polyurethane shells with replaceable sliders shield key areas while allowing flexibility, and the Boa-like REX lacing system secures the boots firmly around the calf and shin. Getting these boots on is a cinch! A slender profile fits neatly under racing leathers, and stretch panels behind the ankle promote natural movement. Reinforcements in the heel and toe areas increase impact resistance, while a grippy sole ensures stable contact control. Designed for riders who demand race boot performance with a streamlined fit, the Sidi Rex Boots deliver durability, security, and responsive feel for the track or aggressive street riding.
XPD XP9-R – $499
Spidi’s footwear division, better known as XPD, brings us this latest offering from the racing lineup, the XP9-R. Similar to the Alpinestars Supertech-R, the XP9-R uses an outer boot and inner boot system for maximum comfort and protection.
On the exterior, you can see the 1.5mm high-resistance microfiber outer that provides similar abrasion resistance to leather. Usual features like a heel guard and replaceable (magnesium) toe sliders are also visible. Moving up the boot, the latest version of the AGS-3 removable inner boot features a combination of shock absorbers and rigid supports to blend protection and comfort even in the event of a highside. A speed-lace system secures the inner boot to your foot quickly, while an exo-skeleton ankle brace on the inner boot limits ankle movement only to the acceptable range. Seam tape along the stitches add an extra layer of comfort and durability, too. The XP7-R is also CE certified (as are most of the boots listed here).
Updates:
October, 2025: Replaced outdated products with currently available offerings. Updated links.
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Troy's been riding motorcycles and writing about them since 2006, getting his start at Rider Magazine. From there, he moved to Sport Rider Magazine before finally landing at Motorcycle.com in 2011. A lifelong gearhead who didn't fully immerse himself in motorcycles until his teenage years, Troy's interests have always been in technology, performance, and going fast. Naturally, racing was the perfect avenue to combine all three. Troy has been racing nearly as long as he's been riding and has competed at the AMA national level. He's also won multiple club races throughout the country, culminating in a Utah Sport Bike Association championship in 2011. He has been invited as a guest instructor for the Yamaha Champions Riding School, and when he's not out riding, he's either wrenching on bikes or watching MotoGP.
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Forgot to add Forma lineup of racing boots. Forma Phantom and Ice Pro's. The Phatom's are a less expensive version of the TCX RT race.
Supertechs are ok, I tried them on and they feel like they are broken in already, but it doesn't feel like they are protecting your feet. I like my boot's a bit snug or have some compression in it. I feel that I would need to modify the inner boot more for a snug fit since I am in between sizes.