Description
A universal riding glove bristling with racing DNA, the SP-8 Air Leather Glove is constructed from strategically perforated full grain goat leather and synthetic leather with a 3D mesh top hand for high levels of cooling airflow; perfect for warm weather riding. The SP-8 Air Leather Glove delivers high levels...
Alpinestars SP-8 V3 Gloves Item # 773952
Description
A universal riding glove bristling with racing DNA, the SP-8 Air Leather Glove is constructed from strategically perforated full grain goat leather and synthetic leather with a 3D mesh top hand for high levels of cooling airflow; perfect for warm weather riding. The SP-8 Air Leather Glove delivers high levels of protection thanks to its advanced MotoGP-derived SP dual density floating knuckle protection. With a pre-shaped finger construction, a hook and loop cuff closure and a new anatomically profiled grip insert on palm and thumb, this glove affords a secure and highly personalized performance riding fit and high levels of movement and comfort.
- An innovative microfiber and PU grip insert is strategically position on palm and thumb for excellent levels of grip control and durability
- Alpinestars' exclusive ergonomic stretch insert between palm and thumb offers improved range of hand movement and greater sensitivity while operating the bike controls
- Alpinestars' patented third and fourth finger bridge prevents seam failure and finger separation in the event of a slide
- Perforated cuff, plus perforated finger sidewalls for superb breathability
- Hook and loop cuff and wrist closure, plus elasticized wrist design for secure, personalized fit
- Pre-shaped, anatomical finger design and half inner/half outer external seams for comfort and exceptional feel
- Touchscreen compatible fingertip on index finger and thumb for use with touchscreen devices
Construction:
- New construction for reduced seams and enhanced rider comfort
- Premium, full-grain goat and synthetic leather construction is comfortable, durable and offers excellent abrasion resistance
- Extensive perforations and mesh paneling on top hand delivers exceptional levels of airflow and breathability
- Excellent repeated impact performance is offered by the advanced MotoGP-derived SP dual density knuckle protector
- Extended cuff for greater coverage with an integrated closure for security and ease of use
Part Numbers for Alpinestars SP-8 V3 Gloves
Comparison Chart
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| Model | SMX-1 Air V2 | SMX-2 Air Carbon V2 | Celer V2 | SP-8 V3 | SP-5 |
| Starting at | $100 | $130 | $140 | $140 | $150 |
| Benefits |
Lightweight, extremely breathable |
Great airflow, added protection | For more aggressive sport riding | Sport commuting/touring style | Hybrid commuter/sport |
| Material | Leather, polymer, mesh | Leather, suede, carbon, mesh | Leather, poly-fabric reinforcement | Leather, suede, polymer | Goat leather, synthetic leather |
| Touchscreen compatible | 
Index only |
Index & thumb |
Index & thumb |
Index only |
Index only |
| Protection | Good | Good | Better | Best | Good |
| Ventilation | Best | Better | Good | Good | Good |
| Certification | CE Level 1 | CE Level 1 | CE Level 1 | CE Level 1 | CE Level 1 |
Reviews
Rated 4 out of
5
by
paultaylor from
Great Gloves, touchscreen tips suck though.
The SP-8 V3 are good gloves, comfortable and didn't require a break in period. My biggest gripe with them are the touchscreen finger tips on the thumb and fore-finger, they simply don't work, yes, i should use my Cardo voice control.. but that is hit or miss.
Date published: 2021-08-22
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Toewsie from
Decent gloves for the price
I had to break my pair in over the course of a few months to get them comfortable. I had a spot on the seam by the meat of my thumb that would bother me when I rode. The cuffs are a little small and tight to get on a suit with bulky wrists. I crashed at the track with these and they shredded apart to the point where I won’t wear them anymore(still in one piece, but there’s gaps) They did what I needed them to do, but I will be upgrading to something a little more substantial.
Date published: 2022-08-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
FAST from
Ladies - this will work for you...
With covid, supplies have been depleted everywhere, so I was not able to buy women's gloves in the style and size I wanted. Stella Large SP-8s fit me (I have a pair), but they were sold out when I wanted a capacitive pair. Alpinestars sizing chart indicated that men's small was the same size as ladies large... it is not. I had to return the men's small, and buy men's medium. However, once I had the correct size, they are excellent gloves.
Date published: 2021-08-17
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Mayakovski from
Good fit, very well made
Good fit and very well made. Very comfortable with only a minimal breaking in period needed.
My only gripes are that the pointer finger of both gloves is a bit short and both have a fair bit of leather folded into the finger tip, so it presses and rubs against your finger tip. Also the gauntlet is cut a bit tight and it can be hard to tug it over your wrist and jacket closure.
Otherwise very nice gloves and worth the money. And yes, they are more on the orange side, not red.
Date published: 2022-05-19
Rated 4 out of
5
by
MattW from
Nice gloves
Fit great, comfortable. Good protection. Would definitely recommend.
Date published: 2023-09-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
mcoman23 from
Awesome gloves
After messing around with cheaper, unbranded gloves I bought these after hearing good things about Alpinestars gloves. I recommend them, I went with a Large as I was between both medium and large and it’s recommended to go with the larger size with Alpinestars and it was the right move. Only complaint I have is that I wish the thumb was a little bit longer because I have long fingers and that’s the only one that feels a tad bit short. But maybe it’ll stretch out too. Overall 5/5
Date published: 2021-09-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
McScruff from
Great Glove
I had originally bought a pair of XL SP8-V2 which were a great fit but after a few rides they stretched out and were loose so I bought a Large pair of the SP8-V3. the V3s were super tight but again after a few rides, they stretched and now fit perfectly. I preferred the look of my V2's (Black/White) but the extra velcro wrist strap on the V3s make up for it. Overall: Very Comfortable once broken in, very grippy on my handlebars, look great and have great protection.
Date published: 2021-08-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MCev from
Good touring gloves
Good inexpensive gloves. They fit good and dont seem to need much breaking in. Immediately comfortable for a long touring day in the mountains.
They have all the features of full track specification gloves but dialed down a notch. Nevertheless, I feel confident wearing them in public roads.
Date published: 2021-06-26
Questions
Does it have sliders?
Yes, there is reinforcement on the palm slider for superior abrasion resistance.
Date published: 2023-08-25
Are these gloves waterproof and are they more summer season over winter?
Item has a choice of black/red but the picture shown is black and orange?
They are black and orange. Not a bright orange, more of a burnt orange. Very nice in my opinion.
Date published: 2023-11-14