Leather Motorcycle Gloves

Benefits of Leather Motorcycle Gloves

Leather motorcycle gloves provide a good grip for more control over the motorcycle and are often very resistant to wear. Leather is flexible for freedom of movement and well resistant to friction, providing good protection during a slide. These gloves often have extra protection on the knuckles, fingers, and metacarpals against impact.

In the beginning, leather gloves are a bit stiff, but over time they mold to your hands for an optimal fit. Leather gloves are very comfortable and breathable. This type of glove is durable and can last for years.

Disadvantages of Leather

There are, however, some disadvantages to using leather. Leather gloves are usually only suitable for summer and the in-between season; in winter, they are simply too cold. This is because the gloves are often perforated for ventilation and sometimes even have open fingers.

Leather gloves are much more difficult to equip with a membrane, which is why this is very uncommon. This means that a leather glove is usually not waterproof. A leather glove can handle a light shower, but if it's pouring rain, a leather glove will soak up water. Waterproof gloves are more suitable then.

Our Complete Range of Motorcycle Gloves

Didn't find what you were looking for? Then take a look at our complete collection of motorcycle gloves. Fortamoto.com has something for everyone, from summer to winter gloves, from retro to modern, for both women and men. We offer a flexible return policy and expert advice in our stores. Order online directly or visit us.