Best Motocross Gloves: Fox Dirtpaw, O'NEAL Element and More
The best motocross gloves: Fox Racing Dirtpaw and O'NEAL Element (both sold by Amazon), 100% Brisker for cold weather and FASTGOOSE budget gloves.
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The Fox Racing Dirtpaw is the motocross glove we would buy: a padded Clarino palm, silicone grip and touchscreen-compatible fingertips, sold by Amazon (per the Amazon listing). The O'NEAL Element is the lighter alternative, also sold by Amazon; for cold mornings, the 100% Brisker is built for winter riding.
Coleman's CT200U owner's manual and CPSC's ATV safety guide list gloves as standard off-road gear. Picks were compared on palm, extras, sizing and warranty from the listings.
Our top picks at a glance
1. Best overall
Fox Racing Dirtpaw glovesPalm: Padded Clarino, silicone grip · Season: Three-season · Seller: Amazon · Warranty: Limited
2. Best lightweight
O'NEAL Element glovesPalm: Not stated · Season: Three-season · Seller: Amazon · Warranty: See maker
3. Best cold weather
100% Brisker cold weather glovesPalm: Not stated · Season: Cold weather · Seller: Third party · Warranty: Maker
4. Best budget
FASTGOOSE dirt bike glovesPalm: Not stated · Season: Three-season · Seller: FASTGOOSE · Warranty: 12-month replacement
| Pick | Palm | Season | Seller | Warranty | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Racing Dirtpaw glovesBest overall | Padded Clarino, silicone grip | Three-season | Amazon | Limited | Amazon |
| O'NEAL Element glovesBest lightweight | Not stated | Three-season | Amazon | See maker | Amazon |
| 100% Brisker cold weather glovesBest cold weather | Not stated | Cold weather | Third party | Maker | Amazon |
| FASTGOOSE dirt bike glovesBest budget | Not stated | Three-season | FASTGOOSE | 12-month replacement | Amazon |
Best overall
Fox Racing Dirtpaw gloves
For most riders, most days.
- Palm
- Padded Clarino, silicone grip
- Season
- Three-season
- Seller
- Amazon
- Warranty
- Limited
Pros
- Touchscreen compatible
- Padded palm
Cons
- Not warm enough for winter
Fox Racing lists the Dirtpaw (model 31325) with a padded Clarino palm, silicone grip and touchscreen compatibility, with a limited warranty, sold by Amazon (per the Amazon listing).
Best lightweight
O'NEAL Element gloves
For riders who want a thin, simple glove.
- Palm
- Not stated
- Season
- Three-season
- Seller
- Amazon
- Warranty
- See maker
Pros
- Sold by Amazon
- Numeric sizing (size 10 listed)
Cons
- Few specs listed
O'NEAL lists the Element racewear glove (model E032) in numeric sizes, sold by Amazon (per the Amazon listing).
Best cold weather
100% Brisker cold weather gloves
For fall and winter rides.
- Palm
- Not stated
- Season
- Cold weather
- Seller
- Third party
- Warranty
- Maker
Pros
- Built for cold weather (listing)
- MX and MTB use
Cons
- Bulkier on the controls
100% lists the Brisker as a warm winter motocross and mountain bike glove (per the Amazon listing).
Best budget
FASTGOOSE dirt bike gloves
For spare pairs and new riders.
- Palm
- Not stated
- Season
- Three-season
- Seller
- FASTGOOSE
- Warranty
- 12-month replacement
Pros
- 12-month replacement warranty
- 30-day returns
Cons
- Less padding than brand gloves
FASTGOOSE lists dirt bike and motocross gloves with lifetime customer service, 30-day returns and a 12-month replacement warranty (per the Amazon listing).
How we chose
Gloves were compared on palm material and grip, season, seller and warranty from the listings.
Choosing motocross gloves
Fit
A glove should be snug with no loose material at the fingertips, so you can feel the brake lever and throttle. O'NEAL uses numeric sizes; measure around the palm and check each maker's chart.
Palm and grip
A padded palm (Fox Dirtpaw) cuts blisters on long rides; silicone grip helps on wet levers. Thin gloves give more feel on small bikes.
Season
Cold hands lose grip and reaction time. A winter glove like the 100% Brisker is worth having for fall riding.
What to skip
Skip riding bare-handed or in work gloves that bunch at the fingers. Coleman's manual lists gloves with a DOT helmet, eye protection, over-the-ankle boots, long sleeves and long pants. Next: chest protectors and goggles; the full gear list is in the mini bike safety guide.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best motocross gloves?
The Fox Racing Dirtpaw for most riders: padded Clarino palm, silicone grip and touchscreen fingertips, sold by Amazon. The O'NEAL Element is a lighter option.
How should motocross gloves fit?
Snug, with no loose material at the fingertips, so you can feel the levers. Measure your hand and use the maker's size chart.
Do I need gloves to ride a mini bike?
Yes. Coleman's CT200U manual lists gloves along with a DOT helmet, eye protection, boots, long sleeves and long pants.
Are there warm motocross gloves for winter?
Yes: the 100% Brisker is listed as a cold weather motocross and mountain bike glove.
Can I use my phone with motocross gloves on?
With some gloves: Fox lists the Dirtpaw as touchscreen compatible, so you can work a phone screen without taking it off.
Sources
- Coleman Powersports CT200U Owner's Manual, Coleman Powersports
- All-Terrain Vehicle Safety, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
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