A grey morning commute on the motorway, a wet ride through the Wicklow Mountains or a late-season run to the coast: on a bike, wind chill strips heat from your fingers in minutes, and cold fingers mean less feel on the clutch and brake. Heated motorcycle gloves fix that. In this guide we compare the heated motorcycle gloves sold by Gløde with well-known alternatives, based on manufacturer specifications and customer feedback, and explain when to choose battery power and when a 12V connection to your bike makes more sense.
Quick answer: which heated motorcycle gloves should you buy?
- For long rides without battery worries: the heated motorcycle gloves with 12V cable, running on batteries or straight off your bike.
- For maximum protection and a long cuff: the heated motorcycle gloves with carbon knuckles.
- For a sporty leather glove that warms up fast: the heated leather motorcycle gloves in black and red.
- For comfortable touring with a pre-curved fit: the heated leather motorcycle gloves in black and grey.
- For the lowest price with a long cuff: the heated motorcycle gloves with padded knuckles.
Every model is in our heated motorcycle gloves collection.
Battery or 12V: what is the difference?
Batteries in the glove give you total freedom: no cables up your sleeves, and you can keep the gloves on at a fuel stop or on the ferry. The downside is limited runtime. On the highest setting, most heated gloves last a few hours; on low, longer. For a winter day ride, carry spare batteries or ride on a lower setting.
A 12V connection draws power from your bike's battery. As long as you are riding, you have heat without watching the clock. The trade-off is a cable routed through your jacket that you plug in and unplug each time you get on and off. If you are not comfortable wiring it yourself, ask your dealer or mechanic.
The gloves with 12V cable do both: use the supplied batteries or plug into the bike. The other four models at Gløde run on batteries.
Heated motorcycle gloves compared (2027)
| Model | Brand | Price | Power | Heated area | Temperature | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle gloves 12V cable | Gløde | €149.99 | Battery or 12V | Back of hand, all fingers | approx. 38 to 65 °C | Unlimited on 12V |
| Motorcycle gloves carbon knuckles | Gløde | €149.99 | Battery | Back of hand, fingers to the tips | approx. 40 / 50 / 65 °C | |
| Leather motorcycle gloves black/red | Gløde | €169.99 | Battery | All round every finger | ||
| Leather motorcycle gloves black/grey | Gløde | €149.99 | Battery | Back of hand and fingers | Up to 6 h (lowest setting) | |
| Motorcycle gloves padded knuckles | Gløde | €139.99 | Battery | Back of hand, fingers to the tips | ||
| Klim Hardanger HTD Long | Klim | €229 (price November 2026) | Battery | Up to 8 h low, 3 h medium, 1.5 h high | ||
| Lenz Heat Glove 1.0 Moto Touring | Lenz | €199.95 without battery (price November 2026) | Battery (separate) | |||
| Lenz Heat Glove 1.0 Scooter | Lenz | €159.95 without battery (price November 2026) | Battery (separate) |
Blank cells: not stated by the manufacturer. All Gløde models have 3 heat settings, touchscreen fingertips and a 2-year warranty. Lenz refers to the statutory 2-year guarantee.
What to look for
1. Power source
For short commutes, batteries are enough. For long winter rides, 12V or a good stock of spare batteries is the sensible option.
2. Protection
A heated glove is still a motorcycle glove. Look for knuckle protection (carbon or padded), leather in the palm, reinforced seams and a long gauntlet that sits over your jacket sleeve.
3. Where is the heat?
On the bars, your fingers take the brunt of the wind. Gloves that heat right to the fingertips or all round each finger make the biggest difference.
4. Wind and water
All five Gløde models have a waterproof inner or middle layer. In persistent rain, that matters.
5. Controls on the move
A visor wiper on the index finger, a touchscreen fingertip for your sat nav, and a button you can work with gloves on. The 12V model has a lockable button so you cannot switch it off by accident.
The gloves reviewed
Heated motorcycle gloves with 12V cable (Gløde)
Top of the list because it is the only model here with two power sources. On the supplied batteries you are free to roam; on the 12V cable you have heat for as long as you ride. Goatskin leather, a carbon fibre shell over the back of the hand and knuckles, a waterproof middle layer, visor wiper and touchscreen sensor. Heat from roughly 38 to 65 °C. Price: €149.99.
Heated motorcycle gloves with carbon knuckles (Gløde)
The pick when protection comes first: carbon fibre and PVC knuckles, shock-absorbing foam in the palm and a long cuff. Heat to the fingertips on three settings (around 65, 50 and 40 °C) with a low-battery warning. Touchscreen on thumb and index finger, visor wiper on the right, reflective stripe. Price: €149.99.
Heated leather motorcycle gloves, black/red (Gløde)
Sporty and the most expensive in the range at €169.99. The heating wraps all round every finger. It starts on high and drops to medium automatically after 5 minutes, so you warm up quickly while saving battery. Carbon fibre knuckle cap, leather palm, fleece lining and a hook-and-loop closure that shields the wrist.
Heated leather motorcycle gloves, black/grey (Gløde)
A touring glove with sheepskin leather, reinforced seams and protective padding. The pre-curved fingers follow your grip on the bars, which helps on long days. Up to 6 hours on the lowest setting. Price: €149.99.
Heated motorcycle gloves with padded knuckles (Gløde)
The most affordable at €139.99 and still well equipped: long cuff, padded knuckles, anti-slip leather palm, waterproof inner layer and indicator lights on the button. A clip keeps the pair together.
Klim Hardanger HTD Long
Pros: a respected name in motorcycle kit and clear runtime figures per glove: up to 8 hours on low, 3 on medium and 1.5 on high. Like some Gløde models, high steps down to medium after a while (after 10 minutes on the Klim). Cons: at €229 (price November 2026, at Motostorm) it is noticeably more expensive.
Lenz Heat Glove 1.0 Moto Touring and Scooter
Pros: an Austrian specialist with separate touring and scooter models. Cons: the gloves (€199.95 and €159.95, price November 2026) are sold without batteries; a pair costs €179.95 to €219.95 extra at Lenz.
Who are heated motorcycle gloves for?
- Year-round commuters who keep riding through the damp, cold months.
- Touring riders stretching the season with trips to the Highlands or the Alps.
- Scooter riders in town, for whom batteries comfortably cover short trips.
- Riders whose hands get cold quickly and lose feel on the levers.
Also ride a bicycle? See our guide to the best heated cycling gloves. For a general overview, read the heated gloves guide, and if you want to keep your own bike gloves, consider heated liner gloves. The full range is in our heated gloves collection.
Heated motorcycle gloves: frequently asked questions
Will a 12V connection flatten my bike battery?
While the engine is running, the charging system tops it up. Unplug or switch off the gloves when the bike is parked with the engine off.
How long do the batteries last?
It depends on the setting and model. The black/grey leather pair runs up to 6 hours on the lowest setting. Our page on how long heated clothing batteries last has more detail.
Can I use my sat nav with them on?
Yes, all five Gløde models have touchscreen fingertips.
Can I try them first?
Yes, you get 30 days to try them with a money-back guarantee, then a 2-year warranty. See repair and warranty.
Verdict
If you want long rides without thinking about battery life, choose the gloves with 12V cable: you get both options. If protection is your priority, the carbon knuckle gloves are the best pick; for a sporty leather glove that heats up fast, go for black/red. All heated clothing at Gløde is CE-certified and protected against overheating, with delivery in 1 to 3 days, a 2-year warranty and a 4.8 rating on Trustpilot (237 reviews). Browse every model in our heated motorcycle gloves collection.
Updated November 2026.
