Tricker's Roadster in black

For a number of years, Motolegends has worked with Northampton-based bootmaker Tricker’s on a motorcycle boot. The Roadster is our most recent collaboration. At its root it’s a three-eyelet, Derby boot. The upper is made from the finest-grade Naster MC leather. This leather has been treated for waterproofing at the tanning stage. The boot does not have a waterproof membrane, but it will nonetheless be reasonably waterproof in most circumstances.

As with all of Tricker’s’ boots, the Roadster is Goodyear-welted. This is the traditional way of making boots. It involves a welt being sewn to the upper and insole. The midsole, containing a layer of cork and a wooden shank, is then sewn through the welt to attach it to the upper. Finally, the rubber outsole is sewn through the welt to complete the boot.

Our boot has a shorter shaft than some we have made in the past. The boot is done up by means of three eyelets and two speed hooks. Around the shaft there’s suede padding for added comfort, and perhaps for a little extra cushioning. A hard counter in the toe and heel areas make the boot particularly strong. A panel runs across the toe, and this will serve as an extra layer for the gearchange. 

What has to be acknowledged is that, technically, we cannot call this a protective motorcycle boot. To qualify as a motorcycle boot it would have to be tested under EN 13634. But as we make just 30 in each colour, the costs for so doing would be prohibitive. So the question that arises is whether this is a boot that you can wear safely on a motorbike? Despite its lack of accreditation, we would most certainly say yes. This is one of the strongest, sturdiest and most robust short boots you will ever wear. Quite frankly, it is in a different league to most motorcycle boots out there, many of which are more suited to the game of basketball than the riding of a motorbike.

We have made the boot in two configurations. The brown boot features some brogueing detail and a chunkier Commando sole for more of a country feel. The black boot is plainer and more formal. There’s no brogueing. And the boot comes with a smoother Dainite sole.

Totally handmade by time-serving craftsmen and women, the Roadster is simply a work of art; an object of beauty. Tricker’s is frequently cited as the world’s best bootmaker. The company has a Royal Warrant, and Prince Charles is often found to be found conversing with the plants at Highgrove in his! Everybody should have a pair of proper, handmade boots at some point in their lives. If riding a motorbike is the excuse for indulging yourself, so be it. Look after the boots, and they’ll last forever.

The Roadster costs £449. Now that probably makes it our most expensive short boot, but what price can one put on the company’s near-200 year heritage? This is quite simply the most prestigious motorcycle boot ever!