Motorcycle Explorer February 2015 Issue 4 | Page 265

Dexterity .
You must be able to move your
hands freely to operate the
controls, open and close your
visor and zippers on pockets and
tank bags.
Armour
CE approved is best as you have a standard to go
from. Even low speed impacts can have a massive
effect on your hands – keep them protected.
Abrasion and padding.
Road rash was only ever good as a 90’s computer
game. Being thrown down the road, gravel or mud
is far less fun if the gloves give out!