Gloves are the most underrated piece of motorcycle gear. Every rider has a story about the crash where their gloves saved their hands — or the time they rode without them and regretted it for weeks. The tricky part: a glove that looks protective might be missing impact foam, a glove that feels comfortable might have zero knuckle armor, and a glove built for racing heat might fail completely in a rain-soaked commute. This guide covers what actually matters in a glove — protection, tactile feel, weather versatility — and which ones we actually carry.
The SP-8 V3 is Alpinestars' best-selling sport glove for a reason. Full-grain goat and synthetic leather shell. New third-generation TPU slider on the palm — replaceable. Alpinestars' exclusive finger membrane and stretch zones improve feel without sacrificing protection. CE Level 1 certified. Perforated zones for airflow on hot days. The benchmark glove at this price, worn by racers and commuters alike.
Held's flagship touring glove. Top-grain cowhide with a Hipora waterproof membrane — fully waterproof in heavy rain, breathable enough for cool summer days. Hard knuckle protector with venting channels. Touchscreen-compatible index fingertips. Gauntlet cuff with double-stitched velcro closure. The all-season glove that does everything and doesn't apologize for any of it.
The same Hipora waterproof membrane, hard knuckle armor, and gauntlet closure as the touring Phantom II — reclassified here for good reason. The Phantom II's full-coverage knuckle guard and reinforced palm grip make it the adventure rider's best value choice at this price. Works as a true all-season touring glove on the highway and handles light off-road without complaint. If you're building a first ADV kit, this is the glove to start with.
For adventure riders in warm climates, the SP-8 V3 is a legitimate option: full leather protection, excellent knuckle and scaphoid armor, and the perforation pattern keeps hands cool on summer dirt roads. Drop the gauntlet length to your jacket sleeve and you've got a warm-weather ADV setup that outperforms anything purpose-built at this price. The tradeoff: no waterproofing, no thermal liner — it's a three-season tool at best.
Alpinestars' women's-specific version of the SP-8 V3 — same construction, fit on a narrower hand last. Full-grain leather with perforated zones for warm-weather performance. TPU knuckle and scaphoid slider. Alpinestars' stretch finger membrane for improved feel. CE Level 1 certified. The go-to sport glove for women who want the same protection as the SP-8 V3 with the fit to match.
Gore-Tex waterproof membrane inside a women's-specific leather shell. The 2in1 system: remove the thermal liner in summer, add it for shoulder-season riding, and you've got a fully waterproof all-season glove that actually fits. Hard knuckle protector, Gauntlet cuff, touchscreen-compatible. For women who commute year-round or ride across multiple seasons, this is the most capable glove in our women's line.
REV'IT!'s women-specific Mosca 2 on a proper ladies' last. H2O membrane for guaranteed waterproofing. Goat leather shell with synthetic reinforcements at the palm and finger contact zones. Hard knuckle protector with ventilation. Gauntlet cuff fits over or under the jacket sleeve — your choice. A versatile women's sport glove that handles rain, cool mornings, and warm afternoons without switching gear.
At $69.99, the Stella SP-8 V3 is the best value in our entire gloves lineup, not just the budget category. Full-grain leather, TPU knuckle and scaphoid slider, perforated for summer, and Alpinestars' stretch finger membrane for feel. CE Level 1 certified. It's the SP-8 V3 at a price that doesn't require justification. If you're building a first kit on a budget, start here.
Glove sizing is based on hand circumference at the widest point — across the knuckles, not including the thumb. A properly fitted glove makes contact with every finger tip and the entire palm. Too tight and circulation suffers; too loose and the armor doesn't stay in position on impact.
Wrap a soft tape measure around your dominant hand at the widest point across the knuckles (excluding the thumb). Measure in inches or centimeters. Round to the nearest half-size. If you're between sizes, size up — leather stretches, synthetic doesn't, and a tight glove cuts circulation on long rides.
XS = 6–6.5 in / 15–16.5cm · S = 6.5–7 in / 16.5–18cm · M = 7–7.5 in / 18–19cm · L = 7.5–8 in / 19–20.5cm · XL = 8–8.5 in / 20.5–22cm · XXL = 8.5–9 in / 22–23cm. Most women's gloves run one size smaller than the equivalent men's size — check the specific product page.
Pull the glove on with fingers spread. The fingertips should reach the end of the finger stalls — if there's excess material beyond the fingertips, the glove is too large. Wrap the wrist closure tightly. Make a fist: a properly fitted glove shouldn't bunch at the palm or gap at the knuckles. Break-in will soften the leather but won't change the fit across the knuckles.
Too tight: numbness or tingling in the fingertips, especially after 30+ minutes of riding. Too loose: the glove shifts on the hand under acceleration, knuckle armor moves away from the knuckle. Both problems are safety issues — a glove that moves or cuts circulation isn't protecting you.
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