Leather is the benchmark hand protection for road and summer riding. This range covers Five, Macna, Merlin, Motodry, Oxford, LS2 and Berik in short-cuff and gauntlet builds, from perforated summer pairs to waterproof winter models. Pick by cuff length, knuckle armour and palm sliders to match your bike and the season you ride.
MOTODRY FINGERLESS GLOVE BLACK
FIVE E2 ENDURO BLACK/GREY/GOLD
FIVE X-RIDER EVO W/PROOF BLACK
MOTODRY FINGERLESS EASY-RIDE GLOVES BLACK
FIVE STUNT EVO 2 GRAFFITI GLOW
FIVE STUNT EVO 2 NIGHT BLUE/YELLOW
MOTODRY ROADSTER VENTED LEATHER GLOVES BLACK
Leather gloves give the highest abrasion resistance of any everyday riding glove material. Goat and cowhide stretch to your hand, hold knuckle armour in place during a slide, and last for years when treated. Use the table below to match cuff length and protection level to your riding.
| Style | Cuff | Best for | Knuckle armour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short / summer | Below wrist, under 5cm | Commuting, hot days above 25C | CE Level 1 hard shell |
| Gauntlet | Over jacket, 10cm plus | Sport and touring at 100km/h plus | CE Level 2 hard shell |
| Waterproof / winter | Mid to long | Rain and temps under 10C | CE Level 1 or 2 |
Cuff length decides crash coverage. A gauntlet cuff seals over your jacket sleeve and stops the glove peeling off in a tumble, which matters most on sport and touring bikes. Short cuffs trade a little coverage for airflow and a 40 percent lighter feel through town. Glove abrasion follows the same EN 17092 logic as jackets, where AAA rates the toughest, AA the mid tier and A the lightest. Look for double-layer leather on the palm, at least 1.2mm thick, plus a palm slider that lets your hand skate rather than catch on impact.
Armour ratings are declarative. CE Level 1 absorbs up to 18kN transmitted force, CE Level 2 caps it near 9kN, so a Level 2 knuckle is the stronger choice for fast road work. Perforated summer leather flows air across 30 percent or more of the panel. For sizing, measure your palm circumference in mm across the knuckles and match the brand chart before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
Are leather gloves better than textile for motorcycle riding?
Leather gives the highest abrasion resistance of any everyday glove material and moulds to your hand over time. Textile breathes more in heat and dries faster after rain, but for a slide on tarmac, double-layer leather at 1.2mm or thicker holds up longer. Many riders keep both and pick by season.
What is the difference between gauntlet and short leather gloves?
A gauntlet cuff extends 10cm or more over your jacket sleeve and seals the wrist, so it cannot peel off in a crash. That makes it the safer pick for sport and touring above 100km/h. Short cuffs sit below the wrist for more airflow and a lighter feel, better suited to commuting and hot summer days.
How do I choose the right size leather glove?
Measure your palm circumference in mm across the knuckles, not including the thumb, then match that against the brand sizing chart since Five, Macna, Merlin and Oxford each cut slightly differently. Leather stretches in, so a snug fit with no bunched fabric at the fingertips is correct from new.