Frequently asked questions about Pants
How should motocross pants fit?
Slim through the leg with no bunching at the knee, room over your knee braces if you wear them, and the hem sitting cleanly over the top of your boot when you stand on the pegs. The waist should ratchet snug with no need for a belt. Pants that are loose at the knee will roll the brace position and pinch in the seat.
Do motocross pants come with built-in knee armour?
No. MX pants are designed to be worn over separate knee protection (guards or braces). Some pants have an internal mesh pocket that holds soft pads, but these are not real impact protection. Always buy dedicated knee protection — see our knee protection category.
How do I keep mud and gravel out of the leg openings?
Wear them over the top of the boot (never tucked into the boot), make sure the hem sits at boot-top height when standing on the pegs, and choose pants with an elastic bottom hem. For very muddy conditions some pants have an internal silicone-gripper hem that holds onto the boot leather and keeps debris out.
Are youth MX pants just smaller adult pants?
Roughly, yes — same construction, scaled to smaller waist and leg dimensions. The biggest difference is that youth pants are tuned for lighter weights so the leather inner-knee panels are slightly thinner and softer, which suits a lighter rider better.
Can I machine-wash motocross pants?
Yes — cold water, mild detergent, inside-out, all closures (zips, snaps, ratchets) fastened. Air-dry only — the leather inner-knee panels will stiffen and crack if tumbled with heat. Hose off mud before washing so the dirt does not redistribute across the fabric.

























































































