Alpinestars SP-9 Gloves

The Alpinestars SP-9 Gloves are a universal riding staple bristling with racing DNA and engineered for high performance use on and off the track. Constructed from highly abrasion resistant full grain goat leather, these gloves feature a cutting edge MotoGP derived SP-R divided knuckle for elite protection. With a pre-shaped finger construction and an anatomically profiled grip insert, you get a versatile glove that ensures an optimized riding fit with exceptional comfort.

Construction:

• A full gauntlet, goat leather glove aimed at street riding comfort, utilizing an angled cuff design and foam-backed split TPU knuckles for an ergonomic fit
• Balances high-impact protection with functional features like a safety-focused 3-4th finger bridge and Touchtech-compatible fingertips
• Streamlined, race design with track-derived style and features that the SP-9 gloves leverage 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
• 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