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Off-Road Motorcycle Boot Types – Overview & Comparison | Adventure, Enduro, MX/Cross
Intro Last time we talked about how different bike categories call for different riding gear.Boots are no exception—pick the wrong pair and every off-road mile becomes torture, which is why choosing the right boots is absolutely critical for off-road riding.If you’re not sure which type of dirt-bike boot to buy, this guide should point you in the right direction. Motocross Boots (MX) Enduro Boots Adventure Boots (ADV) Side-by-Side Boot Comparison Feature / Rating Adventure (touring) Enduro (trail) Motocross (track/race) Primary use Long trips, mixed roads Technical single-track, steep climbs MX tracks, big jumps Walking comfort ★★★★☆ easy to walk ★★☆☆☆ tolerable ★☆☆☆☆ almost none Waterproofing Yes, full membrane Partial /…
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KTM Adventure 390 – K&N KT-1217 High-Flow Air Filter
[First Impressions] If you frequently ride on dirt roads, you’ll probably need to clean it every 1000 ~ 1500 km. Pros: Cons: [Cleaning Process] [Thoughts] If you like that snappy throttle response and need to ride every day, it might be worth getting a second filter to swap in and out. Personally, I have a separate commuter bike and don’t ride the KTM Adventure 390 daily, so I don’t mind spending the extra time on maintenance.
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[CraggyRangers] Craggy – The Origin Off-Road Gloves
If you’re into off-road riding in Taiwan, you’ve probably seen the brand Craggy Rangers.They’ve sponsored or collaborated with a lot of local enduro and off-road events over the past few years.That’s also how I got into their gear — I ended up buying their jersey and this pair of gloves. Craggy – The Origin These gloves are designed as entry-level competitive off-road gloves.The thumb, index, and middle fingertips are lined with grippy rubber to help riders maintain precise throttle control.The palm is noticeably thickened, which I assume is to provide protection during long-distance Enduro rides — both for shock absorption and preventing blisters.The material is breathable, and I never felt…
