Triumphrat

98tbs · 05-21-2008, 10:36 PM

What, no threads on triumph gloves? What gives? I need some new gloves and I'm looking at the raptor and roadster gloves. Anyone have an opinion on these or any other triumph gloves?

Notams · 05-26-2008, 01:38 AM

98tbs. I bought the Roadster gloves. They are fairly comfortable but I may have bought a little too small as they are somewhat tight (I normally wear a medium glove but got small). I figured the leather will stretch. I have only used them a few times now, still breaking them in. Overall first impression is good. Because of their newness they strain the hands a little (have had to relax the hands a little periodically when riding) but that is probably because I got a little smaller size than I should have. All of my fingers fit to the tip with the exception of the pinkies. There is about a 1/8" excess. No big deal really. You'll just have to try them on and see if it does that to you too. The wrists have two fastening straps. I think just one would have sufficed so I am not sure what the benefit of that addition is. But its there.

I tried on a few different gloves (other brands as well) before I decided on these. They just felt more solid and protective to me. I am happy with them right now but only time will tell as to the quality. If you price around I found some good prices at www.madss.com

good luck

TB-T100 · 05-27-2008, 05:50 PM

I have the Raptor gloves. Great for warm days. Like today, actually

But I must confess that mesh gloves (even with leather patches and knuckle-protection) does not inspire as much confidence as full-leather gloves.

In addition I use the Expedition gloves for cold days. As those are very warm, and the Raptors are cool, I consider getting something between - maybe the Roadsters (or different brand).

Marde · 05-27-2008, 09:20 PM

I've been using these also. For the warm days they work well. Good quality construction. The sizing was good. I usually wear a med/large. These were size "L" and fit well.

Martin

1050kr · 05-28-2008, 01:47 AM

Bought a pair of Triumph Hard Carbon gloves a few weeks ago with my 10% voucher, good quality leather, comfortable and look pretty good, so on the whole a good buy, but at £90 (£81 after discount) they're not cheap.

7589 · 06-04-2008, 07:04 AM

My former winter triumph brand gloves were CRAP the fingers came unstitched in LESS than one year! HUMPH

I bought a pair of lobster claw gloves ( three fingered gloves ) and love them, they allow me to keep two fingers together which keeps my skinny a$$ fingers warmer

-Kory

98tbs · 06-06-2008, 10:52 PM

Got the roadster gloves a few days ago from madss, best deal I could find on the internet thanks to Notams. Took a chance and bought med. instead of large. They're loosening up nice and so far I love them. The finger length is perfect for me. No regrets.

LoVel · 06-11-2008, 12:46 PM

I have worn the roadsters for almost 4000 miles. Got them just before my ride to VT. I thought they worked great. They do seem a little snug compared to the way other gloves are sized but they are Triumph gloves so you would kind of expect that.

TriumphTengu · 06-14-2008, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marde

I've been using these also. For the warm days they work well. Good quality construction. The sizing was good. I usually wear a med/large. These were size "L" and fit well.

Martin

My wife wanted to get me a pair of gloves for Fathers Day but Lonestar BMW/Triumph didn't have XXLarge.
I liked the fit of the Large Raptors but they were 'snug'. I'll get a pair some day

22676 · 06-25-2008, 07:42 PM

I got the Roadsters. Very comfy, broke in straight away. Good quality, low cost glove.