Fit of Motorcycle Gloves
A motorcycle glove should simply offer comfort and safety. Everyone knows that a glove should neither be too small nor too large, but what is the right fit? After reading this text, you should have a clear picture of how a motorcycle glove should fit.
The basis of a good fit
A motorcycle glove should fit snugly around your hand. It is very important that you can grip the throttle of a motorcycle well, and that you have sufficient grip. A new motorcycle glove will feel a bit stiff at first, but this will naturally ease after wearing it a few times.
It is also important to mention that a glove with fewer protective parts almost always offers more freedom of movement, because the protective parts are often made of hard materials - which makes it harder to move inside the glove.
A glove that's too small or too large
With a glove that's too small, you often can't grip the throttle well. This is often recognizable by a pulling sensation around the palm. It is very important that the protective parts of the glove are in the right places, so that the knuckle protection is not placed before or after the knuckles. You can recognize a glove that's too large by not being able to operate the brake/clutch lever properly. This is not only uncomfortable but also very dangerous.
Extra caution with winter or summer gloves
With a winter/mid-season glove, you should always have a bit of room at the fingertips. This extra space ensures that your hands can breathe well, keeping them warm longer. A summer glove can fit snugly around your hand for the right fit and ultimate riding comfort.
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