The Held Kakuda is a men's summer sports motorcycle glove made from colourfast, sweat-proof goatskin. Its unlined palm gives direct feel at the controls, while the lightly lined back, perforated leather and stretch panels balance comfort, airflow and mobility. This product is the Black / White colourway, Held colour code 14.

Who are the Held Kakuda gloves for?

They suit road riders looking for a short-cuff leather glove with a sporty feel for warmer conditions. The Kakuda has no waterproof membrane, so it is intended for dry-weather riding rather than wet or cold conditions.

Key features and rider benefits

• Goatskin construction: colourfast and sweat-proof leather gives a supple, durable outer shell.
• Summer comfort: perforated leather panels and perforated finger side walls encourage airflow.
• Natural control feel: the palm is unlined, while the back of the hand is lightly lined.
• Flexible fit: elasticated leather panels across the back and fingers support movement.
• Secure short cuff: hook-and-loop adjustment helps hold the glove in place.
• Touchscreen-friendly finger: special leather allows smartphone operation without removing the glove.
• Useful visor wiper: fitted for clearing light moisture from the visor.

Protection and detailed specification

• Certified to EN 13594:2015.
• Hard plastic knuckle protection.
• Palm and ball of the thumb reinforced with SuperFabric, underlaid with Armaprotec.
• Reinforced edge of the hand.
• Outer shell: goatskin.
• Palm, backhand and finger layers: goatskin.
• Lining: 100% polyester.
• Membrane: none.
• Waterproof: no.
• Season: summer.
• Fit category: men's.
• Colour: Black / White, Held code 14.

Held Kakuda size and fit guide

This Black / White colourway is the Kakuda version offered in regular, short and long finger lengths. Choose the size from hand circumference, then use the length columns to select Regular, Short (K) or Long (L).

Measure around the widest part of your hand, excluding the thumb. Measure hand length from the wrist crease to the tip of the middle finger. Measurements below are Held's guide for this model.

If your measurements sit between sizes, or you are unsure which length to choose, contact Moto Central or visit our Midlands showroom for fitting help before ordering.

What is supplied?

• One pair of Held Kakuda motorcycle gloves in Black / White.

Product questions

Are the Held Kakuda gloves waterproof?

No. The Kakuda has no waterproof membrane and is designed as a ventilated summer sports glove.

Can I use a smartphone while wearing them?

Yes. Held specifies special touchscreen-compatible leather at the finger.

What protection do they have?

They are certified to EN 13594:2015, with a hard plastic knuckle protector, SuperFabric and Armaprotec reinforcement at the palm and ball of the thumb, plus a reinforced hand edge.

Does this colourway offer different finger lengths?

Yes. The Black / White Kakuda is offered in Regular, Short (K) and Long (L) fits in sizes 7 to 12.

What is the warranty?

Held states a two-year warranty from the date of purchase. Warranty claims are handled through the supplying dealer and remain subject to Held's terms.

Moto Central fitting support

Glove fit affects comfort and control. Moto Central can help with measurement and fit selection online or at our Midlands showroom.