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How to Choose the Best Gloves to Ride your Motorbike

Measuring your hand to determine the proper size for gloves is a simple process. To begin, take the circumference of your hand at its widest point. Second, measure from the tip of your longest finger to the bottom of your palm.
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Published on April 18, 2022

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Highlights

  • A properly designed glove should not bunch up at the knuckles.
  • Best gloves stretch unnaturally when reaching for brakes or clutch levers
  • When choosing a bike glove, do consider the inner lining material

Tactile support

Tactile support is the most important feature to look for in a motorcycle-riding glove. Anti-slip silicone pads on the palm surface of modern motorcycle gloves help you keep a firm grip on the handlebars and the brake and clutch levers. A properly designed glove should not bunch up at the knuckles or stretch unnaturally on your hand when reaching for the brake or clutch levers. You should be able to feel the surface of the motorcycle handlebar and levers well, allowing you to maintain precise control of the situation.

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Weatherproofing and insulation

The key to staying warm in the winter is to stay out of the cold. As a result, you should ensure that the gloves you buy offer adequate weather protection and insulation against natural elements. There is no need for an additional ventilation system on the gloves when riding in the winter. Even if you buy a textile glove, look for weather resistance and insulation, as both are important for staying warm while riding a motorcycle.

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Finger and knuckle protectors

To protect the hand from injury, finger and knuckle protection, which are specially placed armoured pads on the top and bottom surface of the gloves, are required. A separate pad must be placed on top of each knuckle, on the palm and sides of the hand. Check that a product meets all of these requirements before purchasing it.

Size

It is simple to measure your hand to determine the proper size for gloves. Start by measuring the circumference of your hand at its widest point. Second, measure the distance between the tip of your longest finger and the bottom of your palm. Keep both of these measurements in mind when shopping for a new pair of motorcycle riding gloves.

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Materials used in the outer membrane and inner lining

Fabric and leather are two of the most commonly used materials for glove outer membranes. Leather is arguably more comfortable, but it has the disadvantage of necessitating extensive care and protection from water and moisture. Fabric mesh materials are a better choice than leather because they are more durable and definitely more comfortable and flexible. These are not only less expensive, but they also last longer with little maintenance. When shopping for a motorcycle riding glove, consider the inner lining material as well. This is critical for keeping your hand's warmth inside and preventing it from escaping.

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