Suzuki Replica Leather Motorcycle Gloves: Rizla Suzuki Style

Rizla Suzuki replica leather motorcycle gloves, upper view
3. november 2022 237 view(s) 3 min read
Suzuki Replica Leather Motorcycle Gloves: Rizla Suzuki Style

Hands take the first contact in many falls, and they also operate the throttle, brake and clutch. That makes glove fit and construction a practical choice, not a styling extra. The Rizla Suzuki 2013 Motorsykkel Lærhansker is a replica inspired by the Rizla Suzuki racing look, made to order and hand-stitched by Leather Collection.

Key Takeaways

  • The product page lists 0.8-0.9 mm cowhide, hand-stitched with nylon thread.
  • A TPU knuckle protector and TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers are listed.
  • Pre-curved fingers and a Velcro wrist strap are described.
  • The colors are fluorescent yellow and sky blue; it is a replica inspired by the team look, not team merchandise.

What Racing-Style Gloves Do

A rider's hands meet the road first in many slides, so gloves are designed around three jobs: resisting abrasion, spreading impact over the knuckles and back of the hand, and staying on the hand when it matters. A glove that does not fit can fail at all three, so a snug fit with no loose material at the fingertips matters.

  • Abrasion: the leather outer takes the slide.
  • Impact: rigid protectors over the knuckles and sliders over contact areas.
  • Retention: a closed wrist strap helps keep the glove in place.

Construction Listed on the Product Page

The gloves use 0.8-0.9 mm cowhide with hand-stitched seams and high-strength nylon thread. Leather reinforcement sits between the thumb and index finger. The leather is thinner than the cowhide used in a race suit, which leaves more feel at the throttle and brake lever.

Protection and Fit

A TPU knuckle protector with integrated flexible knuckles is listed, along with TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers mounted on poly-foam. Pre-curved palm and fingers match a hand that is already holding the grip, which reduces fatigue over a long session. A Velcro wrist strap secures the glove. Sizes are listed from XS to 3XL.

The Suzuki Hansker collection also covers other styles, and a Ducati racing glove is shown in Ducati Corse racing gloves for a comparison of color schemes.

The Rizla Suzuki Look

The color scheme is fluorescent yellow and sky blue, taken from the Rizla Suzuki team colors. These gloves are a replica inspired by that look and are not affiliated with Suzuki or the team.

Choosing Gloves for Your Riding

Race-style gloves with hard protectors suit track and sport riding. For relaxed commuting or touring, riders often prefer a longer cuff or a more flexible knuckle design. Try the gloves with your jacket or suit sleeve, because the cuff must close without bunching.

Frequently Asked Questions

What leather are these gloves made from?

The product page lists 0.8-0.9 mm cowhide with hand-stitched seams and high-strength nylon thread. Gloves use thinner leather than suits, which keeps more feel at the throttle and brake.

What protection do the gloves list?

A TPU knuckle protector with integrated flexible knuckles and TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers on poly-foam are listed, plus leather reinforcement between thumb and index finger.

Which sizes are available?

Sizes from XS to 3XL are listed on the product page. A snug fit with no excess material at the fingertips is the usual target for racing-style gloves.

Are these official Suzuki gloves?

No. They are a replica inspired by the Rizla Suzuki racing colors. They are not affiliated with Suzuki or the team.

Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.

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