Cycling Leather Gloves How much does it cost for all the kit that goes with a motorbike?
I live in England. I'm trying to figure out how much to budget for safety gear and kit that isn't part of a motorbike or moped.
If I do this, I'm not prepared to do the basic legal minimum. I'd like a helmet (of course), leathers, boots, gloves, and armour. I'm thinking £600-700, does that sound about right?
I'm not interested in racing 600cc bikes at silly speeds- I want to travel in a city centre or occasional link roads at 40-50mph. Traffic is too thick for a car to work, and I'm an on call doctor so public transport and walking are out.
Yes, motorbikes/mopeds are riskier than cars. But it's less risky than being on a less weighty bicycle (which is what I do now). Motorbikes can absorb impact better than bicycles, can accelerate out of danger and I'd have proper safety clothes and a better helmet than when I cycle. Please don't post stuff about the dangers. I used to work in A&E so I know full well. I'd just like polite answers to my question please.
£600-700 is right in the market to get you started. As you go along, you'll buy more for each season. Being in sunny olde England, you'll want something that keeps you dry as well as safe. If you shop around, you can get a full set of gear that will do the trick. For your budget, leather jacket and pants are out of range, but the textile stuff is actually better suited to a commuter, anyway. You can wear it over your work clothes.
A quick search online found these prices...
Helmet: Full face, ACU & ECE 22-05 approved.
Example: Nolan N62 Classic - Black - £98.99
Other good brands - HJC
Jacket: At least 600 denier Nylon, waterproof liner, CE-armour.
Example: Joe Rocket Ballistic 6.0 Jacket - £140.00
Pants: Textile overpants, with waterproof liner + armor
Example: Joe Rocket Ballistic 5.0 Pants - £98.99
Bionic Men's Motorcycle Glove, X-Large
from $ 39.99
The Motorcycle Glove is specifically designed to make your ride more enjoyable. The extra protection will allow your hands to stay comfortable.
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Bionic Glove TWXL Women Tennis Pair
from $ 20.99
all bionic gloves are designed by an orthopedic hand surgeon to improve comfort, fit and performance. this patented technology offers unique benefits to all individuals who wear them but are enhanced for people with arthritis or hand problems. bionic gloves are designed to be washable to improve durability and keep the gloves free from germs and smell. if your passion is golf, tennis, fitness, racquetball, gardening, dress, driving or motorcycle driving there is a glove designed uniquely for you. sheepskin leather palms combined with coolon, a lycra blended material sewn on the backside of the glove, it is designed to keep your hands cooler and less sweaty when playing those long sets. offered in men's, women's and youth pairs, as well as singles in men's and women's gloves. promotes a lighter grip on the racquet with more control over your shots.
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Sugoi Men's RS Cycling Glove
from $ 35.95
These dependable Sugoi® RS Cycling Gloves are ideal for the dedicated cyclist. VControl pad placement protects the ulnar nerve while supporting the median nerve. VControl foam padding across all the palm pressure zones provides maximum vibration dampening. Textured mesh back is breathable and durable. Stretch terry thumb is bonded to keep shape. Soft synthetic leather palm is vented to reduce palm sweat. Slip-on wrist cuff fits perfectly without inhibiting movement. Features removal tabs. 3M Scotchlite logos add style and visibility.
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Giro Monaco Road Gloves, Char/Black, Large
from $ 39.93
Giro Monaco Gloves. Designed for endurance, training and competitive riding, the Monaco cycling gloves provide the right amount of comfort and support for long hours in the saddle. 3-piece perforated leather palm and breathable upper enhance ventilation and moisture-wicking. 3mm Technogel padding distributes pressure evenly for comfort and control. Wrist pull-tab and tear-off finger pockets make Cycling Glove removal a cinch.
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Bionic Glove TMXL Men Tennis Pair
from $ 17.99
all bionic gloves are designed by an orthopedic hand surgeon to improve comfort, fit and performance. this patented technology offers unique benefits to all individuals who wear them but are enhanced for people with arthritis or hand problems. bionic gloves are designed to be washable to improve durability and keep the gloves free from germs and smell. if your passion is golf, tennis, fitness, racquetball, gardening, dress, driving or motorcycle driving there is a glove designed uniquely for you. sheepskin leather palms combined with coolon, a lycra blended material sewn on the backside of the glove, it is designed to keep your hands cooler and less sweaty when playing those long sets. offered in men's, women's and youth pairs, as well as singles in men's and women's gloves. promotes a lighter grip on the racquet with more control over your shots.
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Giro Monica Women's Gloves, Black/Charcoal, Small
from $ 23.62
The Giro Monica Women's Glove is a premium, performance glove made for long hours on the road, with style and patterning that is tailored for women. The Monica is the most full-featured glove in the Giro line. Designed for high-performance and high-mileage riders, the 3-piece Super Fit palm and breathable construction is combined with Technogel padding for exceptional pressure distribution, ventilation, and fit.
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Giro Men's Monaco Cycling Glove
from $ 39.99
If you're looking for a comfortable and durable cycling glove then you need the magnificent Monaco Cycling Glove from Giro™. Top of the gloves feature a moisture-wicking, 4-way stretch, breathable mesh. Super Fit™ three-panel palm design with an enhanced grip on thump panel. Pittards® vented leather palms create enhanced breathability and helps resists moisture and perspiration. 3mm Technogel™ pads for comfort and durability with less padding while distributing pressure evenly. Highly absorbent microfiber wiping surface. Sonic-welded pull tab. Low-profile Velcro closure.
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Giro Ambient Cold-Weather Cycling Gloves, Black, X-Large
from $ 39.93
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Giro Ambient Cold-Weather Cycling Gloves, Black, Small
from $ 35.96
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Knog Love Hate 1/2 Finger Cycling Glove (Cream/Red, X-Large)
from $ 49.00
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Giro Blaze Weather Cycle Gloves
from $ 34.63
Product Features: Sports Type: Cycling
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Pearl Izumi W's Cyclone Glove Cycling Gloves - Black
from $ 25.27
The lightweight Pearl Izumi Cyclone women's bike gloves deliver excellent wind and water protection when cycling in cool weather conditions. Elite soft-shell fabric on back of hands provides superior wind and water protection; fabric quickly wicks moisture and offers excellent stretch for freedom of movement. On the palms, strategically placed gel pads absorb shock, relieving pressure on ulnar and median nerves. Soft, durable synthetic leather palms maximize comfort and grip. Soft windproof fabric on the thumb gives you a gentle place to wipe your nose. Rip-and-stick tabs at cuffs close Pearl Izumi Cyclone gloves snugly and ease removal. Gauntlet length ensures good coverage over or under jackets. Silicone screened finger tips add gripping performance. Reflective detailing increases your visibility in low light.
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Giro Remedy Bike Gloves Men, Color
from $ 29.99
Having trouble finding a mountain bike glove combining just the right amount of protection with ample ventilation? Giro has the cure: Remedy gloves balance protection, ventilation and control. Pittards® microvent leather palms, fingers and thumbs are breathable, water resistant, extremely abrasion resistant and supple. Back of gloves features moisture-wicking mesh for breathability; sonic-welded armor protects fingers and knuckles. Knuckle flex zones allow easy grip and dexterity. Crash pad on corner of palms enhances impact protection without compromising dexterity. Soft and highly absorbent fabric on the thumbs gives you a gentle place to wipe your nose or brow. Cuffs feature a rip-and-stick rubber strap closure that hug wrists for a secure fit. Color: BLACK; Size: MEDIUM | 2013694 | Cycling > Gloves, Hats and Socks > Men's Bike Gloves
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Izumi Women Select Gel Cycle Glove ( , Jetstream Scroll)
from $ 30.00
Pearl Izumi's SELECT Gel Glove features 100% gel padding and a highly ventilated mesh back-of-hand. The Gel-Vent pads provide protection and maximum ventilation. The U-Bridge design helps alleviates pressure on the ulnar nerve for long ride comfort. The soft, durable Clarino leather palm provides maximum comfort and has an Anti-microbial, moisture-wicking bamboo mesh palm lining to keep hands dry and minimize smell. Under wrist velcro closure. Material contents: Palm: 100% polyurethane, Back: 100% polyester. Women's Sizing (measured around the hand at the widest part of the palm not including the thumb): S: 6.5" - 7.25", M: 7.25" - 8", L: 8" - 8.75".
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Giro Ambient Cold-Weather Cycling Gloves, Black, XX-Large
from $ 35.96
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Giro Ambient Cold-Weather Cycling Gloves, Black, Medium
from $ 38.30
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Giro Tessa Women's Cycling Glove
from $ 24.99
This gorgeous Giro™ Tessa Cycling Glove features a classic style and is tailored for a great fit. Top of the gloves feature a moisture-wicking, 4-way stretch, breathable mesh. Super Fit™ three-panel palm. Clarino™ synthetic leather for enhanced durability. Highly absorbent microfiber wiping surface. Sonic-welded pull tab. Low-profile Velcro closure.
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Giro Monaco Road Bike Gloves USD 29.95
For long cycling days, we recommend the Giro s most fully-featured cycling glove, the Monaco. Constructed of moisture-wicking, 4-way stretch nylon and a vented leather palm, the Monaco distributes pressure using the 3mm Technogel padding and Super-Fit design. Moisture-wicking stretchy upper fabric Super Fit design 3mm Technogel pads Absorbent microfiber wiping surface Low-profile Velco closure
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Giro LX LF Cycling Gloves, Black, Large USD 54.93
The perfect glove for cool mornings and early season days on the open road. The LX LF extends the craftsmanship, style and unmatched feel of premium leather road gloves to a new standard of luxury and performance. Woven wool flex panels, Technogel padding and supple leathers combine to create a truly modern classic. Upper features a supple, vented Cabretta leather for incredible comfort with durability. Palm features Super Fit design with three-panel palm for a tailored fit. 1 - Thumb: The Super Fit Engineered thumb panel is essential to providing a snug fit with your hand while also allowing freedom of movement and enhanced grip necessary for maximum control and bar feel. 2- Palm: The Super Fit Engineered palm panel is optimized to provide a snug, comfortable fit without bunching when you grip the handlebar. By selecting the best material for each glove design and carefully sizing the palm panel to match the natural curve of the hand, the palm remains supple while providing a layer of protection. 3 - Body: the Super Fit Engineered body of a Giro glove is designed to support your hand's natural movement, while providing a platform for padding and protection where you need it most. By carefully sizing the body for fit and optimizing the thickness and placement of padding with integrated Flex Zones, the body of a Giro glove allows the most natural movement of fingers and joints for comfort and control, without compromising. Silicone detailing adds enhanced grip. Padding is 3mm EVA padding that distributes pressure for comfort and durability. Pittards WR100X vented leather enhances grip and breathability and resists moisture. Pittards WR100X leather comes from the Cabretta (hairsheep) and is chosen for its thin-but-tough structure. Pittards leathers undergo a special tanning process that helps the leather to absorb less water and resist sweat better than other leathers and synthetics.
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Novara Arosa Bike Gloves - Women's USD 29.50
The Novara Arosa women's cycling gloves add a layer of protection from the bite of cold weather riding. Heavy polyester fleece/nylon fabric blend retains valuable heat. Stretch synthetic leather palms help cushion and protect hands from the vibrations of rough roads; reinforced thumb and forefinger panels enhance durability. Fleece thumbs mop up brow moisture. Reflective detailing across back of hand increases your visibility in low light. Novara Arosa cycling gloves feature stretchy snug-fitting cuffs to keep the heat in. Accents on index finger, middle finger and thumb help with gripping.
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Hestra Bike Leather Glove - Men's USD 35.97
With the suppleness of goat leather and a hand-wrapping fit, the Hestra Bike Leather Glove protects the digits and provides the control needed for urban cycling.
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Hestra Bike Leather Glove - Men's USD 35.97
With the suppleness of goat leather and a hand-wrapping fit, the Hestra Bike Leather Glove protects the digits and provides the control needed for urban cycling.
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Pearl Izumi ELITE Softshell Padded Winter Cycling Glove for Women - Black In Size: Large USD 34.96
Ideal for cold and windy weather, Pearl Izumi's ELITE softshell winter glove will keep you riding through the winter. Primaloft insulation, wind and water resistant, Comfort Bridge Gel padding, and silicone fingertips make this winter glove a must have in any cold weather cycling wardrobe.ELITE softshell fabric provides superior wind and water protection to keep your hands warm and dry. Primaloft synthetic insulation provides optimal warmth without the bulk, and remains warm in wet conditions. Clarino synthetic leather palm for a secure grip on your handlebars. Comfort Bridge Gel padding relieves pressure on Ulnar nerves for riding comfort Soft windproof fleece wiping surface on the thumb.Extended gauntlet seals over jacket cuff to eliminate the gap between sleeve and glove. Anatomic fit maximizes finger dexterity and ease of shifting/ braking. Silicone screened fingertips for extra grip on those pesky shifters. Velcro closure at the cuff. Palm: 45% nylon/ 30% polyurethane/ 10% airprene/ 7% nylon/ 2% spandexBack:63% nylon/ 15% spandex/ 13% polyurethane/ 9% polyesterLining: 100% polyester
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Giro Monaco Gloves USD 39.99
Giro Monaco Gloves. Designed for endurance, training and competitive riding, the Monaco cycling gloves provide the right amount of comfort and support for long hours in the saddle. Three-piece perforated leather palm and breathable upper enhance ventilation and moisture-wicking. 3mm Technogel padding distributes pressure evenly for comfort and control. Wrist pull-tab and tear-off finger pockets make Cycling Glove removal a cinch.
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Ironman Elite Cycling Gloves Medium IM USD 39.60
Ironman Elite Cycling Gloves A favorite among elite athletes and weekend warriors alike. Patented channel over the median nerve reduces hand fatigue and numbness. Gel-padded ventilated Pittards leather palm with anatomical fit and 5-pad system Feels like an Italian racing glove. Breathable mesh back with spandex for ultimate fit and comfort.