A* GP Plus. Uh oh!

Gurk · August 5th, 2011, 08:00 PM

Soooo... I received them yesterday. Wore them for about 15-20 minutes today while running some arrands with my bike just to see how comfy they were. I got home and realized there's a hole already (pretty big too. much larger than the tip of my thumb) on the left glove right next to my palm on the index finger side. This makes me a bit nerveous. Pretty sure Revzilla will exchange no hassle but I'm debating whether I should upgrade to the next model. Getting expensive though

Anyway just thought I'd warn you guys. It might be a freak occurrence but hey...

Xoulrath · August 5th, 2011, 09:18 PM

Probably a freak occurrence. It is certainly a bit scary, but I wouldn't worry too much about it. Get RevZilla to exchange them.

I have an older model of the A*'s SP-1 that I bought on clearance from RevZilla in March of 2010. I have had no issues with them, and I have worn them for the majority of my riding. I would guess I have used them for about 6,500 miles, almost all of those put on from back roads with constant shifting and mild braking. A small amount of traffic mixed in with some longer 80 mph cruises thrown in.

The gloves have seen plenty of use in varied conditions, most of which has been demanding. The only real wear is on the inside left thumb. I tend to roll my hand forward, causing friction on this area every time I shift.

Gurk · August 5th, 2011, 11:50 PM

Yeah I'm guessing / hoping it's not a common A* problem. I might give this model another chance, come monday.

Trailerboy531 · August 6th, 2011, 12:17 AM

I would get them replaced by revzilla. In my experiences with A* products so far they're all pretty well made and of good quality, must be a fluke defect. You definitely do not need to upgrade at all - they're fine gloves. If it really gets down to it I hear their HQ is in Torrance, you could always go bitch them out

HorizonXP · August 6th, 2011, 12:35 AM

Just because they're expensive, doesn't mean they're any good.

I bought a pair of the Knox Handroids, and I had the seams on my fingers fall apart while riding, less than 3 months after buying the pair. Sadly, I crashed in them on the track after this discovery, meaning I can't claim warranty. Apparently, this is a well-known issue with the Handroids, and I personally know 2 other people with the same problem. And it apparently isn't unheard of on Dainese and A* gloves either.

Trailerboy531 · August 6th, 2011, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HorizonXP

Just because they're expensive, doesn't mean they're any good.

I bought a pair of the Knox Handroids, and I had the seams on my fingers fall apart while riding, less than 3 months after buying the pair. Sadly, I crashed in them on the track after this discovery, meaning I can't claim warranty. Apparently, this is a well-known issue with the Handroids, and I personally know 2 other people with the same problem. And it apparently isn't unheard of on Dainese and A* gloves either.

Other than that how did you like the handroids? What exactly is the gimmick about them that sets them apart, or are they basically just another leather gauntlet?

Vegedurden · August 6th, 2011, 01:51 AM

I can second the quality of the SP-1. I've ridden more than 3100 miles with mine, and there's only minor wear to be seen so far.

Very comfortable too.

Xoulrath · August 6th, 2011, 11:57 AM

You could always check out Held. Helimot may interest you as well. Wish I was in California just so I could check them out in person. I love the A*s lineup but they aren't the only ones in the game.

sportbiketrackgear.com has some good reviews of several brands that have been crash tested in many cases. Check them out.

ducducgooseit · August 6th, 2011, 04:48 PM

Held

Kevin2109 · August 6th, 2011, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HorizonXP

Just because they're expensive, doesn't mean they're any good.

I bought a pair of the Knox Handroids, and I had the seams on my fingers fall apart while riding, less than 3 months after buying the pair. Sadly, I crashed in them on the track after this discovery, meaning I can't claim warranty. Apparently, this is a well-known issue with the Handroids, and I personally know 2 other people with the same problem. And it apparently isn't unheard of on Dainese and A* gloves either.

I cant ever see that happening

Mine are fine and I've already gone down in them. Over 3000 miles and there fine so far

Max there an awesome glove! I love them, they fit amazingly, and have a huge amount of protection. The glove comes on and off just as fast if not faster as my old shortie gloves. When you finally come to a group ride

you can play with them. And they look really sweet lol

August 5th, 2011, 08:00 PM	#1
Gurk Done here. Name: - Location: Track Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): - Posts: A lot.	*A GP Plus. Uh oh!** Soooo... I received them yesterday. Wore them for about 15-20 minutes today while running some arrands with my bike just to see how comfy they were. I got home and realized there's a hole already (pretty big too. much larger than the tip of my thumb) on the left glove right next to my palm on the index finger side. This makes me a bit nerveous. Pretty sure Revzilla will exchange no hassle but I'm debating whether I should upgrade to the next model. Getting expensive though Anyway just thought I'd warn you guys. It might be a freak occurrence but hey...

August 6th, 2011, 01:51 AM	#7
Vegedurden ninjette.org member Name: Vege Location: Brussels Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 ninja 250r Posts: 50	I can second the quality of the SP-1. I've ridden more than 3100 miles with mine, and there's only minor wear to be seen so far. Very comfortable too. __________________________________________________ My red is so confident he flashes trophies of war And ribbons of euphoria. Orange is young, full of daring but very unsteady for the first go 'round.

August 6th, 2011, 11:57 AM	#8
Xoulrath ninjette.org sage Name: T Location: U.S. Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): Current: '11 ZX-6R; Previous: '09 Ninjette; '08 ZX-6R (Ex-Wife '09 TU250X) Posts: 981	You could always check out Held. Helimot may interest you as well. Wish I was in California just so I could check them out in person. I love the As lineup but they aren't the only ones in the game. sportbiketrackgear.com has some good reviews of several brands that have been crash tested in many cases. Check them out. __________________________________________________ R.I.P* EthioKnight (Alex)

August 5th, 2011, 11:50 PM	#3
Gurk Done here. Name: - Location: Track Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): - Posts: A lot.	Yeah I'm guessing / hoping it's not a common A* problem. I might give this model another chance, come monday.

August 6th, 2011, 12:17 AM	#4
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	I would get them replaced by revzilla. In my experiences with A* products so far they're all pretty well made and of good quality, must be a fluke defect. You definitely do not need to upgrade at all - they're fine gloves. If it really gets down to it I hear their HQ is in Torrance, you could always go bitch them out

August 6th, 2011, 12:35 AM	#5
HorizonXP ninjette.org member Name: X Location: Toronto Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250 SE Lime Green/Diablo Black Posts: 126	Just because they're expensive, doesn't mean they're any good. I bought a pair of the Knox Handroids, and I had the seams on my fingers fall apart while riding, less than 3 months after buying the pair. Sadly, I crashed in them on the track after this discovery, meaning I can't claim warranty. Apparently, this is a well-known issue with the Handroids, and I personally know 2 other people with the same problem. And it apparently isn't unheard of on Dainese and A* gloves either.

August 6th, 2011, 04:48 PM	#9
ducducgooseit Name: ... Location: ... Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): ... Posts: 999	Held