Start with the riding you intend to do. Touring boots are generally more flexible than stiff track boots, while adventure designs combine touring and motocross features. Check the specific pair’s waterproofing separately. Appearance alone does not tell you how a boot is constructed.
Try both boots, secure every closure and adopt your usual riding position. Check that you can operate the motorcycle’s controls without obstruction. Loose strap ends must not hang near moving mechanisms. If sizing is uncertain, measure your feet and ask the retailer for help.
Bring a short checklist to the shop: take your riding socks and trousers, walk for a few minutes and check how the trouser legs fit around the boot shafts. Compare two pairs under the same conditions. Note any pressure points and avoid deciding after a single step.