A quality pair of motorcycle touring boots will provide maximum protection, and ankle support that you should be looking for. A good boot with a single closely-stitched piece of leather or rubber, etc. will prevent the elements of water and mud or other dirt from getting inside of the boot.
Top quality full grain calfskin leather should be a top priority in purchasing your motorcycle touring boots.
When buying your boots look for oil tanned leather upper, cushion insoles, full-length cushion soles lined for comfort, inside zipper for easy on and off.