Description

A universal riding glove bristling with racing DNA, the SP-9 Leather Glove is engineered for performance, on and off- the track. Constructed from highly abrasion resistant, full grain goat leather and synthetic leather material, its ultra-protective too thanks to its cutting edge MotoGP-derived SP-R divided knuckle. With a pre-shaped finger construction, Alpinestars patented finger bridge, long double closure cuff and a new anatomically profiled grip insert on the palm and thumb, this versatile glove ensures an optimized performance riding fit and high levels of movement and comfort.

 

Key Features

• Streamlined, race design with racing-derived protective performance features that is also perfect for everyday use.
• All-new SP-R TPU knuckle is optimized for finger flexibility and range of motion, avoiding pressure points when braking/changing gear, especially while cornering.
• Perforated leather backhand for optimized airflow, with flexibility performance details for optimum rider comfort.
• All-new pattern for a precise performance fit and minimum material bunching.
• E-touch fingertips for ease of use with electronic devices.

 

Construction

• Goat leather main construction for optimum blend of abrasion resistance, durability,and comfort.
• Strategically positioned stretch fabric in flex zones for superior dexterity, comfort and freedom of movement.
• Stretch fabric on fourchettes for additional flexibility and comfort.
• 2L stretch membrane construction on the palm zone around the thumb base for optimum flexibility, while also supporting grip comfort and reducing tension during clutch and brake use.
• Accordion panels on the first two fingers for enhanced mobility, increasing dexterity when pulling the bike’s levers.

 

Protection

• SP-R TPU palm slider, palm and side hand overlay reinforcements, and finger impact reinforcements, for maximum abrasion resistance.
• Long cuff with dual closure for a secure, personalized closure and extended coverage.
• Street finger bridge prevents the pinky and ring finger from separating and twisting/dislocating in a crash, while also reinforcing the outer seam to reduce the risk of tearing during a slide.
• Aramid fiber reinforcements on the finger bridge, and on palm slider for enhanced abrasion resistance in the key impact zones.
• Multi-thickness foam and EVA padding on the fingers, cuff, palm slider and knuckle area for proven impact absorption and enhanced comfort.
• CE Certified Level 1 KP