6 of the best motorcycle gloves for summer riding
Visordown checks out the best motorcycling gloves you can get your hands on this summer; From high to low budgets, we cover the lot.
It might feel like summer is coming to a soggy and dramatic end here in the UK, but we at Visordown are still clinging onto the hope that the sun will make a dramatic encore. So, here’s a rundown of our favorite warm-weather motorcycle gloves available this summer.
Spidi TX-2 Glove
For when comfort and flexibility are key.
Price: £99.90
Available from: SPIDI
Key features:
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Made of a high-quality mix of goat leather and stretch fabrics, and high resistant suede microfiber
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Unparalleled comfort thanks to Neoprene patches
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CE approved: EN13594: 2015 certification
Dainese Carbon D1
High quality, great protection, good price.
Price: £107.95
Available from: Dainese
Key Features:
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Micro sheep leather, Amica suede palm with goatskin reinforcement between thumb, index, and palm
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Knuckle carbon composite inserts
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Palm and finger joint polyurethane inserts provide extreme resistance protection
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CE Certified
RST Stunt III Glove
Incredible value with CE approved protection
Price: £39.99
Available from: RST
Key Features:
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Leather construction with fixed comfort mesh liner
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Carbon Knuckle protector
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Silicon power grip palm
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CE level 1 approved
Dainese 4-Stroke Carbon
Yes, you pay a premium, but the 4-Stroke Carbon gloves are the only short summer glove on this list with CE level 2 protection.
Price: £169.99
Available from: Dainese
Key Features:
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Cowhide and goatskin construction
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Thermoplastic resin inserts on the finger joints and the little finger Distortion Control system
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Composite stainless steel and TPR inserts on the knuckles and backs,
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CE Cat II certified
RST Hillberry Glove
Cool vintage style with modern technology.
Price: £39.99
Available from: RST
Key Features:
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Aniline waxed cowhide leather construction
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Comfort mesh lining
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Bio Elastane knuckle guard
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Double layer palm reinforcement
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CE Level 1 approved
Alpine Stars SP Air
Racey aesthetic incredible breathability.
Price: £109.99
Available from: Alpine Stars
Key Features:
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Perforated full-grain leather and 3D mesh top hand surface construction
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Race-derived polymer hard knuckle protector with palm sliders
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TPR air intakes on fingers and knuckle protection prevent the build-up of sweat and heat
