Motorcycle gloves give you a good grip while riding. They also protect your hands from weather and elements. But you can’t use a single pair of motorbike gloves all year round.
Buy specialized winter motorcycle gloves to keep your hands warm and safe from the cold, chilly winds. The law requires all winter motorbike gloves to be EN 13594:2015 certified to be sold in the UK. Shop certified gloves for summer, winter, or spring from Maximo Moto, enjoy unbeatable prices & hard-to-find deals.
While summer motorcycle gloves are lightweight and breathable, winter motorbike gloves are insulated, waterproof, and airtight to retain heat.
Apart from the weather-resistant properties of your winter moto gloves, they also protect your hands in a crash.
Winter biker gloves are made of abrasion-resistant material. They have hard knuckles and extra padding on the palms and fingers. These features reduce the injury risk for the rider.
For material, we can divide biker winter gloves into two categories: leather motorcycle gloves and textile motorcycle gloves.
Also, check out our racing motorcycle gloves for ultimate protection.
Combine Protection & Warmth with Gloves for Motorcycle Winter
The best winter motorcycle gloves combine protection with warmth. Winter gloves are waterproof and available in various shapes, materials, and lengths.
When shopping for new winter gloves or winter motorcycle mittens, we suggest you closely examine these criteria to find the right pair of gloves.
Riding Style: Consider weather conditions and terrain of your riding routes. You’ll need different gloves for mountains and different for coastal rides.
Gloves Material: Leather and textile materials are the two most popular materials for motorcycle gloves. Leather gloves are costly and more protective; textile gloves (gore-tex, Cordura, etc.) are more breathable and warmer.
Size & Fit: Choose a snug fit. See sleeve length. Many riders, especially women riders, prefer short motorcycle gloves.
Gloves Style: Do you want gauntlets, short gloves, winter motorcycle mittens, or a regular pair of motorcycle winter gloves? Consider your riding style and personal preferences to pick the right pair. Choose waterproof gloves if you expect rain on your ride.
For urban riding, check our fashion-focused retro motorcycle gloves.
Safety Rating: Always choose gloves with EN-13594:2015 level 1 or 2 rating.
Impact Protection: Check for hard knuckles, the material’s abrasion resistance, seam strength, and tear strength.
FAQs
What are the best winter motorcycle gloves?
Alpinestars motorcycle gloves and Oxford motorcycle gloves are among the best winter motorcycle gloves. These gloves protect your hands and keep them warm.
How to clean winter motorcycle gloves?
Start by consulting care labels for your motorcycle gloves. Follow the process the manufacturer advises.
Here are some more tips for cleaning winter motorcycle gloves.
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Remove inner gloves, if there are.
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If your gloves are machine-washable, give them a spin and dry them in the shade.
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Use mild detergent.
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For leather gloves, don't put them near water; use a leather restoration kit.
How to loosen up winter motorcycle gloves?
You can loosen up your leather gloves using these methods.
What motorcycle gloves are warmest?
Heated gloves can be considered the warmest motorcycle gloves.
