Alpinestars GP Plus R V3 Leather Gloves Review 2026

The GP Plus R V3 Leather Gloves are built for track versatility and enhanced racing performance. New knuckle protectors and a full leather palm and top hand deliver superior abrasion resistance throughout, and an aramid stretch fabric cuff derived from Alpinestars’ premium Supertech Racing Gloves provides a secure, comfortable wrist interface. Pre-curved design and a racing-derived finger bridge offer optimal ergonomics and control feedback on track.

Alpinestars DFS (Dynamic Friction Shield) technology enhances protection by minimising friction and abrasion in critical areas, and hybrid seam construction on the fingers ensures comfort and feedback while reducing material thickness. Strategically positioned perforations on the leather improve airflow and breathability. Foam reinforcement on the top hand, cuff, palm, and fingers provides additional impact absorption and structural support.

The protection hardware is comprehensive: TPU dual density knuckle protection, TPU palm slider, soft cuff impact protection, TPU finger sliders, full-hand finger bridge (covering all phalanges), and TPR wrist reinforcement. Palm and thumb grips, a touchscreen-compatible index finger, and wrist strap and cuff adjusters complete the specification. CE certified to Knuckle Protection KP11.

Who are the Alpinestars GP Plus R V3 Leather Gloves aimed at?

The GP Plus R V3 Leather Gloves are aimed at track day riders and advanced road riders who want race-derived protection technology in a full leather glove. At £189.99, they suit those who ride seriously on track and road and want the highest level of leather glove specification available.

Specifications:

– CE certification: Knuckle Protection KP11
– Construction: Full leather palm and top hand
– Cuff: Aramid stretch fabric
– Knuckle: TPU dual density
– Palm slider: TPU
– Cuff protection: Soft impact
– Finger sliders: TPU
– Finger bridge: All phalanges
– Wrist reinforcement: TPR
– DFS technology: On palm and critical zones
– Foam reinforcement: Top hand, cuff, palm, fingers
– Perforations: Strategic for airflow
– Grip: Palm and thumb
– Touchscreen: Index finger
– Price: £189.99

The GP Plus R V3 Leather Gloves are a comprehensively specified track and road leather glove. DFS technology, full-hand finger bridge, TPU dual density knuckle, aramid cuff, and extensive foam reinforcement make for a protection specification that goes well beyond most road gloves in this category. For track day riders who want the best in leather glove protection, the V3 delivers.