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Gloves protect the hands in a fall, which makes them one of the first items a rider replaces or upgrades. The are a replica inspired by Yamaha’s racing gloves, in black and yellow, with the construction listed below.
Key Takeaways
- The gloves use 0.8 to 0.9 mm race-grade cowhide with a reinforced thumb-to-index wear zone.
- A carbon-reinforced metal knuckle protector and TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers are listed. The product page does not state an EN 13594 level.
- Pre-curved palm and fingers, a Velcro wrist strap and a Velcro cuff closure hold the fit.
- The yellow follows the Yamaha livery and is not a certified high-visibility rating.
What Motorcycle Gloves Do
A glove has to resist abrasion, hold together at the seams and spread impact over the hand. Standards such as EN 13594 test these points: Intertek lists abrasion, tear and seam strength, impact protection, cut resistance, ergonomics, sizing and cuff length among them (see the Intertek overview of motorcycle glove testing). Level 1 targets lower ergonomic penalty, while Level 2 provides increased protection, and knuckle impact testing is optional at Level 1 and mandatory at Level 2.
Materials and Protection
- Cowhide: 0.8 to 0.9 mm race-grade cowhide with a reinforced wear zone from thumb to index finger.
- Stitching: hand-stitched with high-strength nylon thread.
- Knuckles: carbon-reinforced metal knuckle protector.
- Sliders: TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers on a poly-foam backing.
- Cooling: integrated rubber protection with air intake and exhaust ports.
Fit and Closure
The palm and fingers are pre-curved to match the hand position on the bars. A Velcro wrist strap and a Velcro cuff keep the glove in place. Sizes run from XS to 3XL for men and women, and the gloves are cut and stitched to order, so the size chart is worth checking against a hand measurement taken around the widest point.
The Yellow and the Yamaha Livery
The black and yellow colorway follows the Yamaha MotoGP replica design. A bright color is easy for other road users to notice, but color alone is no substitute for lighting, road position and defensive riding, and these gloves are not sold on a high-visibility certification.
Matching Gear
For a full Yamaha look, the category lists related items, such as the in black.
Beyond gloves, the full range of at LeatherCollection.com covers jackets and suits, and the complete a track set.
Final Thoughts
The yellow Yamaha racing gloves combine cowhide, knuckle and slider protection and a closed cuff with a recognizable livery. Standards such as EN 13594 are the reference for comparing any glove.
Frequently Asked Questions
What standard covers motorcycle gloves?
EN 13594 is the European standard for motorcycle gloves. It tests abrasion, tear and seam strength, cut resistance, impact protection, ergonomics, sizing and cuff length, and defines Level 1 and Level 2. Knuckle impact testing is optional at Level 1 and mandatory at Level 2. Check the product details for any rating before relying on one.
Are the yellow Yamaha gloves high visibility?
The yellow follows the Yamaha MotoGP replica livery. It is a bright, noticeable color, but the product page does not state a high-visibility certification. Lighting, road position and awareness matter more than glove color for being seen in traffic.
What protection do the gloves include?
The product page lists a carbon-reinforced metal knuckle protector, TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers, a reinforced thumb-to-index wear zone and 0.8 to 0.9 mm cowhide. These features describe construction and are no promise of protection from injury in a crash.
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
