The Alpinestars SMX-Z Drystar: waterproof full-grain goat leather gloves with a hard knuckle and CE Level 1 KP rating.
What the features mean on the road
- Full-grain goat leather chassis: abrasion resistance.
- Drystar 100% waterproof membrane: thin enough to keep feel and control.
- Hard knuckle: impact and abrasion protection.
- Suede side hand reinforcement; palm reinforcement; rolling pinky palm construction.
- Touchscreen-compatible index finger and thumb: use your phone or GPS without taking them off.
Fit and sizing
Gloves have to fit your hand, not just your size. Come in and try a few pairs.
A good fit if you ride in the rain.
Look elsewhere if you need warmth: see the Cortech Super-Sonic.
Protection and certification
- CE Level 1 KP, EN 13594:2015 (motorcycle gloves, with knuckle protection).
Fitted and backed by your local Richmond shop
- Try it on: Sprocketz, 7902 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23294. Call (804) 726-9570. Gear only protects when it fits, so come try it on.
- Pick up or ship: in-store pickup is available, and we ship to Virginia addresses.
- Returns: new, unused and unwashed riding gear with tags and packaging intact can be refunded or exchanged.
- Price-match guarantee on new products from local and online competitors (some restrictions apply).
- Trade-in: bring in old gear for 15% off.
Quick specs
| Glove | Alpinestars SMX-Z Drystar |
| Rating | CE Level 1 KP EN 13594:2015 |
Questions riders ask
Do they work with a touchscreen?
Check the features list for touchscreen fingertips.
Do you ship outside Virginia?
Online orders ship to Virginia addresses. Anywhere else, call the shop at (804) 726-9570.