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Best motorcycle gloves: gauntlet, adventure and heated

Picked from Amazon listings, not hands-on tests. How we pick

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  • Closest match for the job

    Alpinestars GP Pro R4: CE certified race gauntlet

    The listing states CE certification, dual-density knuckle protectors and a bridge-finger design.

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  • Most for the money on paper

    Alpinestars Andes V3 Drystar: CE certified, waterproof

    At about $170, it is the lowest priced waterproof glove in this guide.

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  • Most complete listing

    KLIM Badlands GTX Long: Gore-Tex gauntlet with insulation

    Gore-Tex with Gore Grip is listed, the waterproof membrane most riders look for.

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Riding gloves fall into three rough groups. Race and sport gauntlets use leather, hard knuckles and long cuffs that tuck over a jacket sleeve. Adventure and touring gloves trade some of that for a waterproof membrane, a shorter cuff and touchscreen fingertips. Heated gloves add 12V wiring for cold mornings and winter commutes. Which group fits depends on the riding you do most, and many riders end up with two pairs. This guide compares eight gloves at $150 and up on what each Amazon listing states: the knuckle and palm protection, the outer material, whether a waterproof membrane is named, the cuff length, and whether the glove is heated. Where a listing does not give a detail, such as a CE or EN 13594 level, the table says Not stated, and you should check the tag or the brand page before you buy. Sizing varies between brands, so measure your hand around the knuckles and use each brand's chart.

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Pick 1 · Alpinestars

Alpinestars GP Pro R4: CE certified race gauntlet

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A full-gauntlet race glove in cow and goat leather with aramid reinforcement, dual-density knuckles and a finger bridge. It suits track day and sport riders who want the most armor in this guide.

What the listing offers

  • The listing states CE certification, dual-density knuckle protectors and a bridge-finger design.
  • Full-grain cow and goat leather with aramid reinforcement is listed for abrasion areas.
  • Palm and outer hand sliders and leather overlays are listed.

Limits to know

  • No waterproof membrane is listed, so it is a dry-weather glove.
  • The listing does not give the CE level, so check the label for the EN 13594 rating.
See it on AmazonListing title: Alpinestars GP Pro R4 Motorcycle Racing Gloves, Premium Full-Gauntlet ...

Pick 2 · KLIM

KLIM Badlands GTX Long: Gore-Tex gauntlet with insulation

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A long-cuff adventure glove with Gore-Tex and Gore Grip, a polycarbonate knuckle guard and 65 g Thinsulate on the back of the hand. It suits touring riders in cool, wet weather.

What the listing offers

  • Gore-Tex with Gore Grip is listed, the waterproof membrane most riders look for.
  • A polycarbonate knuckle guard with XRD foam and ceramic print on wear areas are stated.
  • 65 g of 3M Thinsulate and a fleece liner add warmth without wiring.

Limits to know

  • The listing does not state a CE or EN 13594 rating.
  • Insulation and a long cuff make it too warm for summer riding.
See it on AmazonListing title: KLIM Men's Badlands GTX Long Gloves Adventure Motorcycle Water-Proof G...

Pick 3 · KLIM

KLIM Adventure GTX Short: Gore-Tex with carbon knuckle

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A short-cuff Gore-Tex adventure glove with a carbon fiber knuckle and Poron XRD in the palm. It suits ADV and touring riders who want waterproof gloves for three seasons.

What the listing offers

  • Gore-Tex with Gore Grip is listed, with a guarantee to keep you dry per the listing.
  • A carbon fiber knuckle protector over Poron XRD in the palm is stated.
  • Touchscreen fingertips and 3D silicone finger pads are listed.

Limits to know

  • A short cuff leaves more of the wrist exposed than the gauntlet picks.
  • The listing does not state a CE or EN 13594 level.
See it on AmazonListing title: KLIM Adventure GTX Short Men's ADV Motorcycle Gloves XL Black

Pick 4 · Alpinestars

Alpinestars Andes V3 Drystar: CE certified, waterproof

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A waterproof adventure touring glove with a Drystar membrane, hard knuckle protectors and touchscreen fingertips. It suits commuters and tourers who want a CE certified all-weather glove for about $170.

What the listing offers

  • At about $170, it is the lowest priced waterproof glove in this guide.
  • CE certification, hard knuckle protectors and a reinforced palm are listed.
  • Touchscreen-compatible fingertips make GPS and phone use easier.

Limits to know

  • The CE level is not given on the listing.
  • Cuff length is not stated, so check fit with your jacket sleeve.
See it on AmazonListing title: Alpinestars Andes V3 Drystar Motorcycle Gloves, Waterproof Adventure T...

Pick 5 · Alpinestars

Alpinestars GP Pro RS4: leather sport glove, dual closure

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A bovine and goat leather sport glove with impact layering on the fingers, backhand, palm and side of the hand. It suits street sport riders who want race-style leather without the R4 price.

What the listing offers

  • Impact-absorbing layers are listed on the fingers, backhand, palm landing zone and side of the hand.
  • A dual closure with wrist adjuster and cuff flap is stated.
  • A perforated knuckle gusset is listed for airflow.

Limits to know

  • The listing does not state a CE level or name a hard knuckle.
  • No waterproof membrane is listed, so it is a dry-weather glove.
See it on AmazonListing title: Alpinestars GP Pro RS4 Gloves (Large, Black)

Pick 6 · Gerbing

Gerbing 12V Extreme Hard Knuckle: heated to 135F

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A 12V heated leather glove with a hard knuckle, Aquatex membrane and Microwire heating to a stated 135F. It suits winter commuters who can wire gloves to the bike or a Gerbing jacket.

What the listing offers

  • Microwire heating covers the front and back of the hands, fingers and wrist, per the listing.
  • A maximum temperature of 135F is stated, a clear number for cold-weather riders.
  • It can run from the bike battery harness or a Gerbing heated jacket.

Limits to know

  • It only heats when wired to a 12V bike harness or a Gerbing heated jacket.
  • No CE level is listed for the hard knuckle.
See it on AmazonListing title: Gerbing 12V Extreme Hard Knuckle Heated Gloves L

Pick 7 · Alpinestars

Alpinestars GP Plus R V3: perforated leather sport glove

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A perforated leather sport glove with DFS friction shields, hybrid finger seams and foam reinforcement. It suits riders who want a lighter, cooler leather glove for warm-weather sport riding.

What the listing offers

  • Perforations in the leather are listed for airflow, useful in hot weather.
  • DFS friction shields and padding on the palm and thumb patch are stated.
  • Hybrid seams on the fingers reduce material thickness for feel, per the listing.

Limits to know

  • The listing does not name a hard knuckle or a CE level.
  • Cuff length is not stated, so check whether it fits over or under your sleeve.
See it on AmazonListing title: Alpinestars Gp Plus R V3 Leather Gloves L, Black/White/Red Fluo

Pick 8 · Gyde

Gerbing Vanguard: heated gauntlet with SuperFabric palm

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A 12V heated gauntlet with aniline cowhide, SuperFabric on the palm and microwire heating to every fingertip. It suits cold-weather tourers who want a long cuff and heat in one glove.

What the listing offers

  • Gauntlet cuff covers wrist to forearm, the only heated gauntlet in this guide.
  • Microwire heating runs to the tip of every finger, per the listing.
  • SuperFabric reinforcement is listed on the palm and edge of the hand.

Limits to know

  • The membrane is described as water-resistant, not waterproof.
  • Knuckle armor and any CE level are not stated on the listing.
See it on AmazonListing title: Gerbing's Gyde 12 volt Vanguard Gloves-Powersport-Small

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