Topic: winter riding gloves

[evinrude7]

continuing my endless search for winter riding gloves that keep the digits warm but provides good dexterity.  not opposed to heated gloves.  don't really want to go down the path of heated grips unless someone has done it successfully and can suggest/share what they did.  i've narrowed my list down to these four. 

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-stratos-2-gtx-gloves

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/merlin-catton-gloves

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/cortech-scarab-20-glove

https://shima.pl/en/products/inverno

[PeWe]

Gloves without separate fingers are warmer, right?
One for thumb, all 4 fingers in another.
Snowmobile gears for arctic use

[evinrude7]

Gloves without separate fingers are warmer, right?
One for thumb, all 4 fingers in another.
Snowmobile gears for arctic use

mittens don't appeal to me.  thanks for the suggestion though. 

[andy750]

I have the RevIt Stratos (first version) and hate them - useless in anything less than 50F -absolute waste of money and Ive had plenty of winter gloves over the years. I can recommend these:

I got both GTX version (XL was too small couldnt send them back) and Hydratex version (same quality as the GTX version - the 2XL worked for me):

Five WFX Skin Minus Zero Waterproof Motorcycle Gloves  -good amount of thinsulate in there -best I could find.

https://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/Five-WFX-Skin-Minus-Zero-Waterproof-Mc-Gloves/SubProducts/Five-WFX-Skin-Minus-Zero-Waterproof-Mc-Gloves-0005

I also tried these but the 2XL was too small (XL for RevIt fits fine)

Richa Arctic Waterproof Winter RiDE RECOMMENDED Motorcycle Gloves Black 2XL
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C3DZXE0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I also have Gerbing heated gloves for below 32F. I foind that any non-heated glove is only good for an hour below 32F unless you have heated gloves: I rode a XR650L for 2hrs at 15F on the highway with non-heated gloves/heated grips and it was fine until I stopped to fill up for gas and hands froze.

Good luck and let us know what you end up with.

Andy

[Gordon]

I put heated grips on my K1 about 15 years ago because I was riding all year in Denver.  I don't have any clue at this point what brand they are, but that's probably not even relevant this far out.  They cost about $35, and I specifically got the type that's just the heating element that you glue to the handlebar itself instead of the grips with integrated heating elements, because I wanted to be able to change my grips without having to replace the whole system. 

15 years later and they still work great.  Even in Colorado in the Winter I only ever used them on the Low setting.  Just a little bit of extra heat keeps the fingers nice and warm, and you can continue wearing relatively inexpensive, but still warm gloves that don't inhibit the use of your fingers. 

[andy750]

I put heated grips on my K1 about 15 years ago because I was riding all year in Denver.  I don't have any clue at this point what brand they are, but that's probably not even relevant this far out.  They cost about $35, and I specifically got the type that's just the heating element that you glue to the handlebar itself instead of the grips with integrated heating elements, because I wanted to be able to change my grips without having to replace the whole system. 

15 years later and they still work great.  Even in Colorado in the Winter I only ever used them on the Low setting.  Just a little bit of extra heat keeps the fingers nice and warm, and you can continue wearing relatively inexpensive, but still warm gloves that don't inhibit the use of your fingers.

Hey Gordon good to hear from you! I also tried the heated wrap element glued to my bars but eventually the heat loosened the glue and would twist with the grip. How did you overcome that? What glue did you use? They did work well for a short time.

[evinrude7]

I have the RevIt Stratos (first version) and hate them - useless in anything less than 50F -absolute waste of money and Ive had plenty of winter gloves over the years. I can recommend these:

I got both GTX version (XL was too small couldnt send them back) and Hydratex version (same quality as the GTX version - the 2XL worked for me):

Five WFX Skin Minus Zero Waterproof Motorcycle Gloves  -good amount of thinsulate in there -best I could find.

https://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/Five-WFX-Skin-Minus-Zero-Waterproof-Mc-Gloves/SubProducts/Five-WFX-Skin-Minus-Zero-Waterproof-Mc-Gloves-0005

I also tried these but the 2XL was too small (XL for RevIt fits fine)

Richa Arctic Waterproof Winter RiDE RECOMMENDED Motorcycle Gloves Black 2XL
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C3DZXE0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I also have Gerbing heated gloves for below 32F. I foind that any non-heated glove is only good for an hour below 32F unless you have heated gloves: I rode a XR650L for 2hrs at 15F on the highway with non-heated gloves/heated grips and it was fine until I stopped to fill up for gas and hands froze.

Good luck and let us know what you end up with.

Andy

i am interested in the gerbing heated gloves.  how was it connecting to power?  clumsy wires or no issues while riding?

[Gordon]

Hey Gordon good to hear from you! I also tried the heated wrap element glued to my bars but eventually the heat loosened the glue and would twist with the grip. How did you overcome that? What glue did you use? They did work well for a short time.

I wish I could remember, but it was so long ago.  I've never used any really specific bonding agents for anything other than musical instruments, so I probably just used whatever I had on-hand at the moment. 

[evinrude7]

I put heated grips on my K1 about 15 years ago because I was riding all year in Denver.  I don't have any clue at this point what brand they are, but that's probably not even relevant this far out.  They cost about $35, and I specifically got the type that's just the heating element that you glue to the handlebar itself instead of the grips with integrated heating elements, because I wanted to be able to change my grips without having to replace the whole system. 

15 years later and they still work great.  Even in Colorado in the Winter I only ever used them on the Low setting.  Just a little bit of extra heat keeps the fingers nice and warm, and you can continue wearing relatively inexpensive, but still warm gloves that don't inhibit the use of your fingers.

Symtec perhaps. I see them on Amazon.

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[andy750]

I have the RevIt Stratos (first version) and hate them - useless in anything less than 50F -absolute waste of money and Ive had plenty of winter gloves over the years. I can recommend these:

I got both GTX version (XL was too small couldnt send them back) and Hydratex version (same quality as the GTX version - the 2XL worked for me):

Five WFX Skin Minus Zero Waterproof Motorcycle Gloves  -good amount of thinsulate in there -best I could find.

https://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/Five-WFX-Skin-Minus-Zero-Waterproof-Mc-Gloves/SubProducts/Five-WFX-Skin-Minus-Zero-Waterproof-Mc-Gloves-0005

I also tried these but the 2XL was too small (XL for RevIt fits fine)

Richa Arctic Waterproof Winter RiDE RECOMMENDED Motorcycle Gloves Black 2XL
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C3DZXE0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I also have Gerbing heated gloves for below 32F. I foind that any non-heated glove is only good for an hour below 32F unless you have heated gloves: I rode a XR650L for 2hrs at 15F on the highway with non-heated gloves/heated grips and it was fine until I stopped to fill up for gas and hands froze.

Good luck and let us know what you end up with.

Andy

i am interested in the gerbing heated gloves.  how was it connecting to power?  clumsy wires or no issues while riding?

I used a First Gear Dual heat troller to connect to the battery then plug this into my heated gerbing jacket: jacket has plug extensions on the sleeves to plug gloves. Able to control gloves and jacket separately. All neat and tidy. No issues while riding. Heat troller fits under the seat: half-way setting is usually warm enough for any weather.

Caveat: my CB750K4 had a modified alternator to provide extra juice for heated gear.

Good luck
Andy

[evinrude7]

I have the RevIt Stratos (first version) and hate them - useless in anything less than 50F -absolute waste of money and Ive had plenty of winter gloves over the years. I can recommend these:

I got both GTX version (XL was too small couldnt send them back) and Hydratex version (same quality as the GTX version - the 2XL worked for me):

Five WFX Skin Minus Zero Waterproof Motorcycle Gloves  -good amount of thinsulate in there -best I could find.

https://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/Five-WFX-Skin-Minus-Zero-Waterproof-Mc-Gloves/SubProducts/Five-WFX-Skin-Minus-Zero-Waterproof-Mc-Gloves-0005

I also tried these but the 2XL was too small (XL for RevIt fits fine)

Richa Arctic Waterproof Winter RiDE RECOMMENDED Motorcycle Gloves Black 2XL
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C3DZXE0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I also have Gerbing heated gloves for below 32F. I foind that any non-heated glove is only good for an hour below 32F unless you have heated gloves: I rode a XR650L for 2hrs at 15F on the highway with non-heated gloves/heated grips and it was fine until I stopped to fill up for gas and hands froze.

Good luck and let us know what you end up with.

Andy

ended up getting the joe rocket burner 7V lite gloves.  thought about the wired under grip set up as gordon mentioned.  was going to go that route but i already have my left and right hand control wires in my bars.  don't want more wiring.  didn't want to do wired gloves, adding wires etc.  the battery powered gerbings were just too expensive for me to pop on, plus they looked bulky.  can't stand bulky gauntlet gloves.  i have a pair that drive me nuts when i wear them.  no dexterity.  not a fan of the joe rocket stuff on looks (does appearance really matter?) and these glove don't seem to have a lot of safety features.  my winter riding is toned down a bit for cold roads though.  a few reviews say they get hot.  i use winter liners also.  will report back when i've used them. 

[Tim2005]

Hey Andy, which model of Gerbing gloves have you got? I've got the XR-12s and find them pretty disappointing.

[70CB750]

I did some research after I got home from Detroit this fall and seems like this is a good pair of gloves:

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bmw-prowinter-gore-tex-gloves

[evinrude7]

I did some research after I got home from Detroit this fall and seems like this is a good pair of gloves:

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bmw-prowinter-gore-tex-gloves

Those do look good.

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[andy750]

Hey Andy, which model of Gerbing gloves have you got? I've got the XR-12s and find them pretty disappointing.

Hey Tim
I bought these Gerbings about 8 years ago (after a very cold 2-day fly and ride from Wisconsin to Boston in October with NO heated gear - temps never above 32F and it snowed the last 2 hrs).

No idea of the model of gloves but here are some photos



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[70CB750]

I have a pair of Aerostich gloves coming - Christmas present that did not make it in time - I will post here when I have a chance to try them out. 

[BomberMann650]

Got the cycle gear glove liners if things get chilly.  If things get really wet, got nitrile gloves for that.  It's a little annoying having three pairs of gloves on.  But it works when riding through varying climates on a tour.

[evinrude7]

the rocket burner 7 volt gloves came in.  haven't had a chance to ride with them yet.  fit true to size.  generally wear a large and these fit perfect.  i have very large palms and not so long fingers.  they definitely don't have a lot of protection if your hands are going to touch pavement.  almost none.  3 settings.  low, med, high.  at low they are supposed to last 3 hours.  half that on high.  if i end up liking them, i'll get another pair of batteries.  the batteries tuck into a pocket on the back of the hand.  don't seem to be too much of a nuisance or ultra bulky in their pocket but again haven't ridden with them yet.  the gloves themselves are definitely not bulky.  the cuffs are longer than i anticipated which i'm happy about.  yet they aren't overly long like gauntlets.  you can feel the heat a few seconds after switching them on.  sunday is supposed to hit 50 so i'll try them out then, if not sooner.       

[Tim2005]

Hey Tim
I bought these Gerbings about 8 years ago (after a very cold 2-day fly and ride from Wisconsin to Boston in October with NO heated gear - temps never above 32F and it snowed the last 2 hrs).

No idea of the model of gloves but here are some photos

Cheers Andy, mine are similar looking, they are XR12 model, so also 12volt. I've always thought them pretty disappointing, I actually check during every ride that they are actually switched on! I spotted a post somewhere else about them where the owner claimed to only need to use the lower settings, it surprised me somewhat as I would never dream of turning mine down, they need hotter settings. Maybe I have a faulty pair.

[andy750]

Tim I’d check your gloves as I am unable to ride with mine on full power either - way too hot. I usually have them on half-power. This is dry Boston cold (20F-40F) though not that nasty wet British cold that will numb your whole body - maybe that’s the difference?

Good luck!
Andy


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[Tim2005]

Cheers Andy, yes it seems I've got a faulty pair- way too late to send them back though, they are a few years old now. Half power is kinda pointless on them.  For a test I did a 40 mile ride recently at about 45 degrees F, wearing my Held non-electric winter gloves on the way there & the Gerbings on maximum on the return 40 miles. I think my hands were warmer on the way there.

[evinrude7]

finally had a chance to test these rocket burner lite gloves out.  barely 50 degrees today and overcast.   35 minute ride.  everything from a little bit of stop and go traffic to a couple mile stretch of freeway at 85 mph.  hands were kept warm for the most part on the medium setting.  i flipped through low, med and high just to see if i could notice a difference between them.  definitely a difference between settings.  the light up button of red/high, white/medium and blue/low are easily seen in daylight.  the batteries on the back of hand didn't bother me at all.  didn't notice them.  dexterity is very good for winter riding gloves.  while i wasn't blown away by them, they are fairly inexpensive gloves at $140.  generally after a ride like this i get home with white fingers.  all of them.  i have a touch of raynaud's syndrome and the onset of carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands as well.  my hands get cold easily.  once i got home my left hand was a little bit sweaty and right hand was comfortable other than a lightly frozen pinky tip and cold thumb.  i'd say these were a success for me.  probably gonna order a spare set of batteries.  i also run these wind deflectors on the bike year round.  they help.  so for anyone else looking for cheaper battery powered heated gloves, i do recommend them.  while they aren't perfect they are decent for the price. 

[Terry in Australia]

Luckily we rarely get weather cold enough here in Oz to need heated gloves or heated grips, but here in the southern states they do come in handy from time to time. Both my BMW R1100GS and Yamaha FJR1300 had heated grips (the BMW's were factory fitted, the Yamaha's are after-market) and on chilly days in Canberra, when I'd ride to Cooma (where it snows in winter) for dinner some nights, the heated grips worked really well.

I don't have any heated gloves, well, I did buy some heated gloves on Ebay 20 years ago that had pockets for a 9V battery in each, but provided no protection at all if I slid down the road, so I've never used them. My "Dririder" winter gloves are useless when wet, regardless of all the "Thinsulate" blurb, they're about as waterproof as a teabag. The BMW has gone now (and I still kick myself for selling it) and last time I switched the heated grips on the Yamaha to "on", nothing happened, so I'll need to check the wiring as the inline fuse appears to be fine.

The good thing with the Yamaha is that once out of town, the big fairing screen I installed gives very good rain protection as long as I'm moving, it's only when I'm stopped at an intersection that I actually get wet. I don't need to worry about heated gloves or grips for another 6 months or so, but I might invest in some heated gloves if they're actually waterproof too, so I can bin my Dririders.

FJR1300 RESURRECTION RIDE 20 JUN 2020 5 by Terry Prendergast, on Flickr