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Alpinestars SP-8 Air V3 Glove
Alpinestars

Alpinestars SP-8 Air V3 Glove

$124.95
COLOR: Black
SIZE
Availability: Translation missing: en.general.icons.icon_check_circle icon 13 in stock, ready to be shipped
  • Premium, full-grain goat and synthetic leather construction is comfortable, durable and offers excellent abrasion resistance
  • Extensive perforations and mesh panelling 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
  • An innovative microfiber and PU grip inserts is strategically positioned on palm and thumb for excellent levels of grip control and durability
  • Exclusive ergonomic stretch insert between palm and thumb offers improved range of hand movement and greater sensitivity while operating the bike controls
  • Keprotec landing reinforcement for enhanced abrasion resistance and durability
  • 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 breathability
  • Pre-shaped, anatomical finger design and half inner/half outer external seams for comfort and exceptional feel
  • New construction for reduced seams and enhanced rider comfort
  • Velcro cuff and wrist closure, plus elasticized wrist design for secure, personalized fit
  • Touchscreen compatible fingertip on index finger and thumb for use with touchscreen devices

Like most Alpinestars gloves, these gloves run a bit smaller than most glove brands we carry. They are not a lot small and most people can choose the size they normally wear in gloves (especially if a snug fit is preferred). If you are sometimes between sizes, then choose the larger of the two. Hopefully you’ve had some experience with buying gloves and can choose based upon the fit of a previous pair. If you have no previous experience with glove sizing, go here for help.

Our Two Cents

The SP-8 V3 gloves from Alpinestars are a full gauntlet, sport based glove that comes in five different colors as well as a Honda specific version. Overall the sp-8v3 gloves are not quite as extreme as some of alpinestars more race geared offerings such as the GP tech v2 or the GP Pro R4 gloves but still offer a great amount of value, protection and race DNA for the money, definitely a pair worth checking out if you are looking to make a switch to full gauntlet gloves. 

Primary construction is a combination of strategically perforated full grain goat leather, synthetic leather as well as 3d mesh at the top of the hand. 

WIth features like a motoGP-derived dual density floating knuckle protractor the SP-8 gloves do earn a CE 1kp rating. 

Additional features include preshaped fingers, velcro cuff and wrist closures, a microfiber and pu grip insent on the palm and thumb, suede palm and landing reinforcement, pinky finger bridge, perforated cuff and finger sidewalls, and a touchscreen compatible finger tip on the index finger. 

Outside of the Honda specific version, there is the normal version that comes in the 5 colors I mentioned earlier, and there is an Air version, basically the same glove with the leather being perforated, as well as a Stella or womens version which offers smaller sizing and a choice of a few additional colors. 

Once again the SP-8 isn’t a full spec race glove, but honestly it’s really hard to complain about it in terms of value for the money, especially when you compare it to the price of most of Alpinestars short cuffed sports gloves. In most cases you are paying the same or just slightly more, but getting much more protection, especially with that longer wrist coverage. If you are a sport rider that isn’t looking to overspend but still wants that full gauntlet look and protection I highly recommend checking out the SP-8 V3s. :: Damir 9/22/25

The SP-8 Air Gloves are new for 2021 and are a slightly more breathable version of the “v3” version. I’d encourage you to check out the V3 version as well. This glove has a few panels on the back of the hand with flow through material, so it will be favored by those who plan on riding in the warmest weather. Value is a key feature of this glove since it is a full gauntlet design for sport/street or amateur racing for under a hundred bucks.

Just like the V3 version, there are a number of key features offered in this glove which are: 1) a small Velcro close tab at the wrist to secure the gloves on your hand in case of a fall; 2) a sturdy molded knuckle armor unit with nice padding on the back side for comfort; 3) A longer gauntlet with Velcro adjustment for size to work with various jacket sleeve designs (over or under); 4) Extra padding in the heel of the hand with with an overlay of suede material; 5) connection between the pinkie and the fourth finger to help reduce injury to the pinkie.

Overall, a very nice glove and a great value. Only one color choice is offered. :: Paul, 08-03-21

Alpinestars says: 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. 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.