MX & Off-Road Gloves

A pair of motocross or off-road gloves is a good investment in protecting your fingers, palms and wrists from injuries in case of a crash. If you think that natural terrain or motocross track is more forgiving than asphalt, you are wrong. You may come across dirt, debris, rocks, tree roots, etc. and hit your hands if you fall over the bike. MX and off-road gloves we offer on our website will also protect your hands from wind, wet weather, and flying debris, while ensuring a good grip on the handlebar.

Comfort and dexterity are extremely important when choosing off-road gloves. Unlike most motorcycle gloves that are designed to provide protection from the impact of high-speed collisions, the gloves designed for off-road use have reinforcements in the key areas to protect your hands against rugged trail elements, while maintaining the perfect feel and control of the handlebar. Whereas off-road gloves provide a significant level of protection from rocks and debris, they are not recommended for street and highway riding and should be used in the off-road environment only.

When you’re on the track, you want your motorcycle gloves to allow you to feel every moment of your ride, while protecting your hands from debris. This is why average motocross gloves feature no or minimal padding on the palms to ensure better feel of the handlebar control. The palm areas are usually made from breathable material or perforated leather to prevent collecting moisture under the gloves which may worsen the grip. At the same time the upper part of the gloves may have pads and/or armor to protect your hands in case of a crash.

Since MX and off-road gloves are created to deliver maximum comfort and dexterity, most of them do not cover the wrists as this can limit movements. However, you will never have to worry about the gloves slipping from your hands because all motocross and off-road gloves feature reliable closures to keep them in place. As a rule, they use buttons, hook-and-loop fasteners or D-ring straps. Such wrist closures usually provide an adjustable fit to provide added security and support your hands in the right position to reduce hand fatigue and arm stress.

Unlike your casual gloves that are usually made from one material, MX and off-road gloves feature a blend of materials, including fabric, leather, and others. This makes sense because different parts of motorcycle gloves must provide specific features ranging from enhanced abrasion resistance and durability to breathability and flexibility. That is why if you’re torn between leather and textile, you’ll get the best of both worlds with MX and off-road gloves since most of them feature both leather and fabrics to give you a good grip along with maximum comfort and safety.