Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves

This Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves was designed with grip and control on all-day rides in mind, combining pockets ready for CE-rated armor and a hood for extra coverage in one well-finished pair. Construction centres on goatskin and polyester for a balance of toughness and comfort. Extras include weather-resistant protection.

What Sets This Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves Apart

• Style number: 97185-25VM
• Brand: Harley-Davidson, supplied by an authorised reseller
• Main materials: goatskin and polyester
• Features: pockets ready for CE-rated armor, a hood for extra coverage, weather-resistant protection, an action back for reach on the bars, signature Harley-Davidson graphics
• Sizes: XS to 5XL (9 options); see the size guide on this page

Quick answer: The Harley-Davidson H-D Dyna Knit Riding Gloves (97185-25VM) are men’s motorcycle gloves built from goatskin leather and stretch knit, featuring D3O Ghost knuckle armor, touchscreen-compatible fingertips, and an adjustable Velcro cuff for a secure, all-day fit. It is a big reason riders keep coming back to the Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves.

If you ride daily and want a glove that moves with your hand instead of against it, the H-D Dyna Knit Riding Gloves are built for exactly that. Harley-Davidson paired supple goatskin leather with stretch knit panels so the Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves flexes naturally around the throttle, clutch lever, and handlebar grip, without the stiffness that breaks in slowly on traditional leather gauntlets. At Flick Leathers, we stock the genuine 97185-25VM colourway with fast dispatch.

• Genuine Harley-Davidson part number 97185-25VM, H-D Dyna Knit Riding Gloves, men’s fit
• Goatskin leather + polyester interlock knit construction for flexibility without sacrificing abrasion resistance
• D3O® Ghost™ knuckle armor, soft and flexible in normal wear, hardens on impact
• Touchscreen-compatible fingertips, operate a phone, sat-nav, or intercom without removing the glove
• 30° pre-curved fingers for a natural grip position on the bars
• Adjustable Velcro® cuff closure to seal out wind and lock in fit
• Soft tricot lining for comfort against the skin on longer rides
• Contrast piecing and screen-printed graphics for an authentic H-D look

Materials & Construction: Why Goatskin and Knit Work Together

Harley-Davidson uses that goatskin across the palm and fingers of the Dyna Knit gloves, where grip and durability matter most, and switches to a polyester interlock knit across the back of the hand and fingers, where flexibility matters more than raw protection. The result is a glove that doesn’t fight your hand shape after the first few rides. Few pieces cover as much ground as this Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves.

A tricot lining sits underneath both materials, which is what keeps the Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves comfortable against bare skin rather than feeling like raw leather. It also helps manage moisture on warmer rides, so your grip stays confident even after an hour in traffic.

Protection: What D3O® Ghost™ Armor Actually Does

The knuckle panel on the 97185-25VM houses D3O® Ghost™ armor, a low-profile impact material developed by D3O, the UK-based materials science company whose technology is used across motorcycle, ski, and industrial safety gear. In normal use, the material stays soft and flexible so it doesn’t restrict your fingers. On sudden impact, its molecules lock together instantly to absorb and disperse energy, then return to a flexible state afterward.

It’s the same underlying principle recommended by riding-safety bodies such as the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, which lists proper hand protection among the basic gear every rider should wear, regardless of trip length. You will notice the difference the first time you wear the Dyna Knit Gloves on a long ride.

It’s worth noting these are riding gloves designed for comfort, commuting, and all-round wear rather than certified track-race gauntlets. Riders looking for CE-rated race protection should compare against Harley-Davidson’s dedicated race-spec lines.

Fit & Comfort for Long Rides

Harley-Davidson pre-curves the fingers at roughly 30°, which matches the natural resting angle of a hand wrapped around a grip. That single detail is why riders often say these gloves feel “broken in” straight out of the box. Your fingers aren’t fighting a flat pattern every time you reach for the clutch. The adjustable Velcro cuff then locks the fit around the wrist, keeping wind and road debris out without cutting off circulation on a long stretch of motorway. For many riders, the Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves becomes an everyday favourite.

Leather gloves generally soften and mould further after the first few short rides.

If you are comparing options, the men’s Working Man gloves and the men’s Tailgater gloves sit close to this one in fit and purpose.

Fit and Care Tips

It comes in 9 sizes (XS to 5XL). If you are between sizes or plan to wear thicker layers underneath, size up. Let gloves dry naturally after a wet ride and condition the leather so it stays flexible. Not sure what “goatskin” means? Wiktionary has a clear definition of goatskin.

If you are still deciding on the Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves, the Harley Davidson Waterproof Cyrus Gloves – Men’s Insulated is worth a look, and our men’s riding gloves and women’s riding gloves pages show the full range.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves is in stock and ships free worldwide. Pick your size, add it to your cart and get ready for the next ride. Need help choosing a size for the Harley Davidson Dyna Knit Gloves? Reach out through our contact page before you order.