A.R.C. Battle Born Adventure Pant

If you want to wear street close under them order one size larger,I wear 34” waist and fits good but with jeans a little tight,I normally just wear sweat pants or shorts under mine,lots of pocket zippers work well .

-m-2018 HONDA CRF250L Rally--

These are the best advertiser pants I have owned and you wont beat the price. A little long but they are workable.

Pants are of great material and appear to be a great product that I am looking for. Unfortunately I had to send the back. The pant legs are just way too long and the protective kneed caps are around my shins. Was really looking forward to own a pair.

-m-2016 HONDA CRF250L--

I like the pants a lot. They are very warm. My only gripe is the location of the knee pad pockets and the length of the legs. I am 5' 8" and even in the uper pocket the pads are still below my knee. Wearing motocross boots will push the pads up. It would be nice if the upper pa pocket was raised another 2 inches. I would off given comfort and protection higher ratiings if the fit would of been better.

-m-2006 KAWASAKI KLR650--

This is the first pair of adventure pants I've ever owned, so I can't compare them to others. I bought the 34" and could have gone with the 32." I got them specifically to do the western section of the Trans America Trail. I never noticed any discomfort, which is all I can ask for. Temperatures ranged from low 40s to 110 in Moab. I didn't use the liner due to the bulk, but just used a base layer in the cooler temps and felt great. I never felt oppressively hot in the high temps as long as I kept moving, the vents help a lot. We never encountered any rain/snow, so I can't speak to the weatherproof-ness.

-m-2009 SUZUKI DR650SE--

I bought these and the matching jacket based off these reviews and price.

There's only one thing I don't like about them. I can't take them off or put them on with my boots on. Disclaimer; I have not tried without the liner yet because it's been so cold out.

The waist could open up a little bigger and increase the length of the lower zippers to help increase boot passage.

They are great pants and worth the money spent! I've ridden in 24 degrees and I'm fine. Maybe on longer rides I would recommend thermal undergarments to help keep warm, but these pants are great.

Everyone seems to comment that the knee cups are too low and hit your shins, but they are adjustable and you can raise them up to be closer to your knees.

I do recommend these pants.

Great pants
Using them for snowmobiling and they work great.
Had to move knee pads to upper pocket .
Yes they is 2 different pockets for knee pads.

-m-UTV--

good for pacific northwest worth the money

-m-2019 HONDA CRF450L--

I bought a 38 large and the waist fits fine however they fit long for my 30" inseam.

-m-2018 HONDA Africa Twin DCT CRF1000D--

Im 5'11" and 225lbs. I ordered a size 36 and they fit pretty good. At first I thought they were long but when in the seated position they are perfect. The knee pads are also sitting a little low when standing but when sitting they go exactly where they should. With the liner in Ive riden down to 45 degrees and my legs were plenty warm. With the liner out and vents open these pants are good up into the 80's. They feel pretty tough and would likely protect you well in a get off.

Way way too baggy. I know that's the style for adventure riding but these, in my opinion, are extreme. I had to send them back. Loved the Battle Born jacket. Wore it his morning for the first time. Felt good and warm enough in 50 degrees at 60 mph.

-m-2012 HONDA NC700X--

I bought these pants for winter riding. They seem to be well built and have a lot of nice features. I ended up returning them because the length was just too long and they were bulkier than I expected. If you are of a taller stature than me, I wouldn't hesitate to buy these pants.

-m-DIRT BIKE--

Fit true to my normal size. Very comfortable and warm to temps in the low 30s. Knee pads ride a little low on shins when walking but are perfect when seated in riding position. Haven’t had a chance to check waterproofness yet.

-m-2017 HONDA CRF250L--

-m-2017 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R-- love the pants just should have waited till rocky restocked. I bought size 44 because that’s all that was left and I needed something quick so I could keep riding my bike to work in the cold. I wear size 40. I plan to wear the 44 over my pant in the cold. They seem to work well for that. I’ve rode to work when it was down to 30 degrees and stayed nice and warm. Zippers seem high Quality. If I had one wish it would be that there was one more snap to tighten pants around my boots. All in all you can’t go wrong with the battle born gear

I bought these last spring for their waterproof feature and rode with them a few times but then went back to my Klim Mojave pants for the summer as the Battle Born pants are very warm. However, as it's cooled off and begun to rain more I've gone back to them and recently did a five day camping trip with them. All in all I'm very pleased. Got rained on the first day and stayed completely dry and they performed flawlessly the entire trip. I do have a few minor complaints though. First, I ordered them a size smaller than normal and was surprised to find I could have dropped another size. Second, I'm not a big fan of the waist buckle as it's kind of a pain to undo. Third, they do run long. Even with the smaller size they're too long but not enough to be a deal breaker. Lastly, I would ditch the cheesy quilted liner. Layering up underneath with good thermal underwear would be both warmer and less bulky. Spend the money saved on improving the pants themselves and/or the armor. Overall, however, I think they're a great value and would certainly recommend them. Also, give credit for my purchase to Everide. His video review is what convinced me to purchase these pants. One more thing. Don't accidentally drop your phone or any other item into the vent which is just above the thigh pocket. It will end up at your ankle and is a pain in the butt to get out. I had to actually take them off to get my phone out.

-m-2004 KAWASAKI KLR650--

I bought these for the Trans America Trail this summer. 6500 miles with them and they are still in one piece! A bit larger than I would’ve liked, but manageable. Ventilation was nice and has plenty of pocket space. Zippers have exceeded my expectations in durability. Waterproofing was good, except when water would pool up in the lap area and eventually seep through when seated on the bike. Just keep water from pooling. After kneeling and working on the bike a bunch, the knee areas look worn and will probably be the first to rip. But for the price, I will buy again. I can’t justify paying for Klim, especially with how tough I am on pants.

-m-2008 KTM 450 EXC-R--

I got these for mainly trail riding, where I ride 4-8 hours on rides sometimes so needed something with good protection, pockets, and vents. This has all that, but the pants run big, are heavy (even with liner removed), and include a bit bulky knee guards.

In my case I used heavy duty knee guard that would conflict with the built in ones. Pants were also much too long (I'm 5'8') and pretty heavy, not a big deal but when you have to get off your bike to hike and help others over technical single track this weight would add-up.

Pants are probably great for dual-sport riding, but not for track or single track riding I think.

I really wanted to like these pants, but like so many other manufacturers they assume everyone is over 6 feet tall. My 34” waist had an equally long inseam making them unusable and actually dangerous for me to wear. The knee pads were ankle/shin protection. Very disappointed and the return policy sucks. Only free returns for and exchange, since the pants don’t have a short, or regular size I am loosing money on the return. Very disappointed

-m-2016 BMW F800 GS Adventure--

Love the fit and protection of the jacket and pants.

Look great on paper, would be an awesome bargain if they fit me right. As is, better than anything else I personally own, but only give it a so-so.

I bought for cold weather use on my street bike and chose these pants for the thermal liner, front+rear vent combo, and the integrated hard knee guards since I don`t like to wear knee and shin armor under my street riding gear. It is also nice that it comes in bright gray (almost silver), which is pretty visible and happens to match my jacket.

They have been plenty warm for me down into the mid 20s, which is as cold as I care to ride in. Kept my dry as can be in light rain, but if it`s a deluge, I won`t be out riding, so can`t say. Since the liner stops a couple inches below the waist, the pants fit the same whether the liner is in or out- brilliant! I find the velcro-type bands at the leg closures to be a little finicky (not enough of it and not particularly strong), don`t expect it to last very long, but reasonable for the price point. Also find the way the waterproof membrane does not open behind the fly to be a hassle, but again, not a big deal.

The length is what really sucks. Size chart says the length for my required waist size is the same as my jeans length, so I should be golden. But I ain`t! I measured them and they are in fact the length advertised , but for some reason the cuffs are so long that I was constantly walking on the back side. I also measured my jeans for comparison and see that they all seem to be about an inch shorter than nominal length, but the ARC pants fit like they were four inches too long. Must be a low crotch, although it does not feel low when wearing them. Besides stepping on the hem with my heels all the time, I had to remove the knee guards because the top of them hits me below the knee even when seated (and yes they are in the high position).

I more or less solved the cuff issue by wrapping a small dog leash around each ankle every time I put the pants on, but it`s a PITA. For the knee guards, the only fix I can see is to wear dirt gear armor underneath.

I marked "would recommend" here, but that really depends on who asks me- would probably be great for string bean folks, no so great for stubby-limbed guys like me. And by the way, I am not at all fat, so the length:waist ratio is not skewed in my case due to having to upsize in order to accommodate my belly.

-m-2008--

I like to think I am a fairly normal body type. 5' 9", 190 pounds 32-34" waist, 30" inseam. Pants fit well in the waist and seat, but measure about 34" inseam. That puts the knee pads mid-shin and pants so long as to be dangerous to ride in.
I like the looks, GREAT price, seem to be good quality, but the fit is impossible for me. I guess I'll see how good the return policy is.

-m-2016 BMW F800 GS Adventure--

This is only for people 6 feet or taller. I am 5’10 and it is way to long for me..

nice pants, they seem well built. like in other reviews the knee pads are way to low, they are more like shin guards. they also run a tad large in the waist. I have only ridden one weekend so we will see how they last..

-m-2016 YAMAHA RAPTOR 700R--

Great feature rich pants for the price! Wish they had them smaller than 36" waist when I ordered; legs are a little long and waist is a bit big, otherwise great for the money

-m-2011 BMW R1200GS--

Best value in do it all pants. Not a huge fan of the buckle system but we'll see if it holds up. Knee armor is a bit low. True to size, possibly a tad on large size, unlike most all other gear. Will likely buy the jacket this fall.

I am reluctant to offer bad reviews, but anyone considering these pants should be aware of a problem that has been raised by other buyers. I got my pants today and tried them on. I had to check the calendar to be sure it wasn't April 1st. The pants look to be fairly well made and match the ARC jacket I bought last month. The legs are a bit long but that isn't the problem. The knee armour is perfect if your knees are about 6" above your ankles. They are utterly useless, wait, worse than worthless, because they create a big lump on your shin. Has the company that made these ever seen an authentic human being? Is there a subset of humans somewhere who's anatomy doesn't include a tibia and fibula? I cannot recommend these pants unless you intend to remove the knee armour and wear your own under them. I have purchased a bunch of stuff from Rocky Mountain and they have good customer service, but these are not up to the quality and design I expect from them. Personally I would call them defective.

-m-2008 SUZUKI DR-Z 400S--

Good pants run a little large.

-m-2016 SUZUKI V-Strom 650 (ABS) DL650A--

Great pants, keep me dry, very comfortable, easy to use, vent system works great, lots of pocket, great zippers , and helps you be seen.

These riding pants are head and shoulders above any other set I currently have, with great durability and features for a fair price (pockets/vents/armor/zippers/adjustability). Pretty sure I will be buying the matching jacket shortly.

-m-2009 KAWASAKI KLX250S--

I bought these looking for a good riding pant that would offer some protection both on and off road. I can tell you that they were fairly comfortable. The fit was a little off. When I put them on they kinda seemed to be a bit heavy causing them to have a few issues keeping them up.

Protection wise it does come with hip pads and knee pads. I didn't even noticed the hip pads when I was wearing them. The knee pads on the other hand were pretty much worthless. I am 5'9" tall, so average height. The knee pads were down at my shins! I took them off to adjust them. The knee pads only have 2 adjustments. Low and LOWER! They had a secondary pocket about and inch above the Lower pocket. Really?? I put them in the top pocket and it was a no go. A little higher they were but not even close. It would have been better if the pockets were longer and higher with velcro so they could be adjusted. If your 6' or taller then they MIGHT be okay but if your average height then the knee protectors will not do their job correctly. Just something to consider and think about.

Next the ventilation. The ventilation was , ...... Just ok. I live in CA and the temp today was in the mid to high 70's. They were a little warm even without the liners. I couldn't feel much air flow through the pants. Maybe adding a shin vent would help as that would be more vertical then the vents on the thighs.

Over all I think that with a few design changes these pants would be a top contender! The value is there and it is definitely worth the price. I would surly recommend these pants for any beginner or intermediate rider who is on a budget!

-m-2016 KAWASAKI KLR650--

pants fit pretty good, a little long on the legs, ventilation is great standing up, but just ok sitting down, taking these pants and jacket to California soon, time will tell if they hold up, looking good so far!

-m-2007 KAWASAKI KLR650--

First, a disclaimer, I am almost ALWAYS between sizes in pants. I have thicker legs that often see me having to go up a size in the waist from what I should be. That said, these pants still run a bit on the larger size. At my standard 36", they are loose pretty much everywhere, but the 34" version is definitely too small.

They have great features for the price and are really well built...lots of thought. They just seem to fit me a little awkwardly. Lots of bunching up at the top of my thighs and just don't *feel* right.

Also, the inside of my right pant leg melted on the FMF midpipe after the second ride. Definitely a weak point there.

...perhaps the biggest downside is that these pants DO NOT fit over my Forma Terrain boots with any clearance. They're really tight over the shin protector and hang up pretty badly there. Also, I can't wear knee braces under these pants, which is another pretty big knock on them for me personally.

Everything above considered, I know that I am an oddball size and may not be the best indicator for fit, but the melted knee and the issue with MX boots and knee braces sort of indicate to me that these are made more for casual dual sporting as opposed to more legitimate offroad. I'm going to try them with a different set of knee braces, but the issue with the boots stands either way. It's a struggle to even get them over the boots completely unzipped at the bottom.

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-m-2014 HONDA CRF250L--

I was looking for riding pants.
After looking at a lot of brands I saw a review on YouTube from the eveRide channel. He gave a good review of the Battleborn pants and jacket. I liked what I saw and bought the pants. Great pants for a good price.

-m-2009 BMW F650GS--

These pants compare well with other brands that cost significantly more. Great fit and function with well thought out details for a very reasonable price. I downgraded the durability and weather proofing as they are still to new to fully rate them but based on what I have experience they will be very good.

-m-2009 SUZUKI DR650SE--

I ordered the smallest size ARC pants I could. Size 34. They are heavy and long. The long part is fine because I will be wearing MX boots and they won't drag. The heavy part will be remedied with suspenders as needed.
Overall I'm very pleased with the pants. Great features and build for the price. I also ordered the ARC jacket in large to go with the pants.
I ordered the gray version so that I don't bake if I ever make it to the South West or South America and I'm sure I'll still have this suit then because of the build quality.

Hopefully ARC will start making Ladies cuts in the ARC system. When they do I will be buying a set for my wife.
-m-1988 KAWASAKI KLR650--

I just received these pants yesterday. The fit is a little big in the legs and a touch long. The waist fit it perfect. The adjustable knee pads are a great feature. These are very warm pants, I could not feel even a bit of wind or cold though them. I would highly recommend these to anyone who is looking for a great pair of pants for a great price.

-m-2017 HONDA CRF250L--

I have been quite happy with mine. Picked them up in november. Below 40 I need some additional insulation. I rode about 300 miles in pretty steady rain with occasional downpours and the crotch of the pants let some water through, but in showers or light rain I stay nice and dry. I had a low side get off over the weekend on a hard packed dirt road, about the consistency of a cheese grater, at about 25-30mph. I came down with my right arm under me and slid a ways. The jacket got a few holes, and the jacket I was wearing under it got a small hole, but no damage to me. Most important the elbow pad stayed in place and protected the side of my joint. I am very happy with the outcome outcome. In my phone I can't change the ventilation or the sizing slider. I would say the ventilation is about average, I haven't had much of a chance to try them out in hot weather yet. I would say they run pretty true to size, the higher crotch took a bit to get used to. If you plan to wear pants under them error on the larger size

Adventure pants designed by adventure riders. Effective vents and lots of reflective piping. Really like the four pockets too. And thanks for not having obsurdly long inseams.

I can't find anything else in the market this nice for the price. But they ran a little too short in length. I had to return, I would love to see these in a tall size!

These pants are designed and made very well. Very comfortable with great features. Love the air flow too. I ordered the grey and absolutely love them.

-m-2017 BMW R1200GS--

I have now taken several rides in these pants and wanted to comment on them. The fit chart is accurate, Order these pants in your regular jean size. Mine is 36, and the 36 ARC pants fit me.

The pants work well on the motorcycle, but walking in them is a bother.

The problem is that they are cut like jeans, with a low waist line. I thought I would like that but it turns out that since these pants are quite heavy, the low waist makes them prone to sliding down, no matter how tight I cinch them. When they slide down I end up walking on the cuffs, even though I use the tightest snap closure -- the cuff is still loose enough to work its way under the heel of my riding boot.

The inseam for size 36 is listed as 32 inches and the measuring tape confirms this. I have a 33 inch pubic bone height(barefoot), and my boot heels add another inch. Nonetheless I am constantly hitching up the waist and tugging up the legs while trying to walk in them.

I intend to try two kludgey fixes: one is a pair of suspenders. The other is to add another snap to the hem of the pants so they will close tighter around my boots. If these measures help I will edit this review.

-m-2015 HONDA CB500X (ABS)--

This stuff is great. Simply put. Save money for a new bike and buy ARC.

Great so far. I pulled out the lining and they let a lot of airflow through the pants and jacket.

-m-2007 BMW F650GS--

Bought the full set , went through basically all conditions in one day ( water, mud, snow, cold) and it held up at the end of the day I was dry and still warm.

-m-2016 YAMAHA Kodiak 700 EPS 4X4--

Pants seem to be of good construction. I have not ridden in them yet so I am sticking to reviewing fit and sizing. I am 5'10" m, 200 lbs, with a 31" inseam. I have fairly thick legs and rear for a man. I ordered a size 36" waist when I really wear a 34-35" in jeans. I did this to be able to fit thermal layers underneath the pants. Since I have such a short inseam the pants are really long and even in the highest setting the kneepads are too low to provide protection in a crash. They barely cover my knees while seated on the bike. The waist is pretty true to size and and has room for extra layers, but the Velcro waist adjustments easily take up the slack when I don't have on layers.

-m-1997 BMW F650--

Great value. Very comfortable, slightly large in the waist.

Super well built pants. The only downside is the length of the legs. I’m 5’7” and had to get the 32” waist since they no longer sell the 30” for the not far guys and the legs are a little too baggy. This also makes the knee pads sit a little too low even when adjusted to the higher spot. Otherwise they seem well built to last.

-m-2015 YAMAHA WR250R--

I was pleased with my purchased until they touched the exhaust and instantly melted. It was recommended that I buy one size bigger because I wear knee braces but they are true size even with you knee braces they're a little big. I normally wear a size 36 and I got a 38 I would recommend getting your size

-m-2018 HUSQVARNA FE 350--

I have looked at buying these pants for a few years and finally decided to get them. After receiving the pants I noticed that they ran a little long for me 5’9, but the waist adjustment and inner linear is nice and made of good material. The only thing I really didn’t like were the knee pads, they seem to move around a lot and don’t have enough adjustment. Other than that these are a great pant for the price.

-m-2015 KAWASAKI KLR650--

Very awesome set of gear very pleased with the purchase the price is excellent, the pants and jacket fit very well and couldn’t ask for better

-m-2008 KAWASAKI KLR650--