The Arc-On 034 RS Gloves are premium long cuff motorcycle gloves aimed at riders who want serious protection, strong feel through the bars and a proper race-style fit. Built by a UK specialist brand, the 034 RS combines premium leather construction with technical protective materials including Kozane® Invicta textile armour, PORON XRD® impact protection, TPU armour and a kangaroo leather palm.
In our latest video, we take a closer look at what makes these gloves different, who they are best suited for and why they could be a strong option for sports bike riders, track day riders and fast road riders who want a more protective glove.
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What are the Arc-On 034 RS Gloves?
The Arc-On 034 RS is a serious sport and race-style glove with a long cuff construction, substantial protection around the hand and wrist, and a technical material story behind it. This is not just a glove that looks aggressive from the outside. Arc-On have built the 034 RS around a layered approach to protection, combining leather, impact armour, textile armour and hard protective components.
Arc-On have been making premium motorcycle kit for around 16 years and the 034 RS continues the brand’s focus on technical protection. The headline features include a kangaroo leather palm, cowhide leather upper, Kozane® Invicta textile armour, PORON XRD® impact protection, TPU protectors, a palm slider, external finger seams and a secure double cuff closure system.
The Arc-On 034 RS Gloves have a clear sport and race focus, with a long cuff design and protective construction built around higher-speed riding.
Key features at a glance
| Feature | What it means for riders |
|---|---|
| Kangaroo leather palm | Designed to give a strong balance of feel, flexibility and protection through the bars. |
| Cowhide leather upper | Adds structure and abrasion resistance across the top of the hand. |
| Kozane® Invicta textile armour | Technical lining material designed to add abrasion, puncture and tear resistance. |
| PORON XRD® impact protection | Flexible impact protection used in key areas including the metacarpals and thumb. |
| TPU knuckle, finger and cuff protection | Hard protection in key impact zones across the hand and wrist. |
| Palm slider | Helps the palm slide rather than grip the road surface in a fall. |
| Long double cuff closure | Gives a more secure fit around the wrist and sleeve area. |
Kangaroo leather palm and bar feel
With a sports or race glove, feel matters. Riders need protection, but they also need accurate control of the throttle, front brake and clutch. A glove that feels too bulky can reduce confidence, especially on a sports bike or during faster riding.
The Arc-On 034 RS uses a kangaroo leather palm, which is commonly found on premium race gloves because it offers an excellent blend of feel, strength and flexibility. That makes it a sensible material choice for a glove designed around control as well as protection.
The palm slider is another important detail. In a slide, the aim is to help the hand move across the surface rather than catch and twist the wrist. On a long cuff sports glove, that is a feature worth paying attention to.
The kangaroo leather palm is designed to give strong feel through the bars, while the palm slider adds an important layer of protection.
Kozane® Invicta and the protective lining story
One of the most interesting parts of the Arc-On 034 RS is the use of Kozane® Invicta textile armour as a lining material. This is where the glove becomes more than a traditional leather race glove with hard protectors fitted on top.
Kozane® Invicta is designed to be light, soft and breathable while adding abrasion, puncture and tear resistance. The idea is to improve the overall protective package without making the glove feel unnecessarily bulky or awkward on the bike.
- Leather outer construction gives abrasion resistance and structure.
- Technical textile armour underneath adds another protective layer.
- Impact protection and hard TPU parts help protect key zones of the hand and wrist.
Protection package
Protection is the main reason you would look at the Arc-On 034 RS Gloves. Across the top of the hand, there is a large TPU knuckle protector, TPU protection across the fingers and a dedicated TPU cuff protector around the wrist area.
Arc-On also use PORON XRD® armour at the metacarpals and thumb. PORON XRD® is designed to remain flexible in normal use while helping absorb impact energy when needed, which is exactly the balance you want from a technical riding glove.
On the finger side, the glove also includes a little finger and ring finger elastic leather splint. This helps reduce finger splay in a crash, which is one of those details that matters more than it might sound on paper.
The 034 RS uses a serious protection package, including TPU armour, finger protection, cuff protection and impact-absorbing materials underneath.
Comfort, fit and control
A glove can have a huge protection spec, but it still needs to feel good on the bike. If it is stiff, awkward or too bulky, riders are less likely to enjoy wearing it. Arc-On have clearly tried to balance protection with usable comfort on the 034 RS.
The glove uses accordion stretch leather panels to help it flex when gripping the bars, while the pre-curved fingers help the glove sit closer to a natural riding position. External finger seams can also improve comfort because the seams are not pressing against the inside of your fingers.
The long double cuff closure is another important part of the fit. On a race-style glove, the wrist and cuff need to feel secure, especially if the glove is being worn over a leather suit or sports jacket sleeve.
The long cuff and double closure system help secure the glove around the wrist and sleeve area.
Available colours
The Arc-On 034 RS Gloves are available in three colour options. The black version is the cleanest and easiest to match with most riding kit, while the black, white and red option has a more classic race glove look. The black, white and yellow version is the boldest option and gives the glove a more visible, high-impact style.
| Colour option | Style |
|---|---|
| Black | Clean, simple and easy to match with most riding kit. |
| Black / White / Red | Classic sports and race styling. |
| Black / White / Yellow | The boldest option, with a brighter and more visible finish. |
The Arc-On 034 RS Gloves are available in black, black / white / red and black / white / yellow.
Who are the Arc-On 034 RS Gloves best suited for?
The Arc-On 034 RS Gloves are best suited to riders who want a proper protective sports glove. If you ride a sports bike, do track days, ride quickly on the road, or simply prefer wearing more serious protective kit, this glove makes a lot of sense.
It is probably not the glove we would point someone towards if they wanted a casual summer glove or something lightweight for short urban rides. But if you want a premium long cuff glove with strong protection, good bar feel and a proper technical construction behind it, the 034 RS is definitely worth a look.
Final thoughts
The biggest appeal of the Arc-On 034 RS Gloves is that they have a proper development story behind them. They are not just gloves that look like race kit. They use serious materials, clever protective layers and a rider-focused design.
With a kangaroo leather palm, cowhide upper, Kozane® Invicta lining, PORON XRD® impact protection, TPU armour, palm slider, external finger seams and a secure double cuff closure, the 034 RS sits firmly in the premium sports glove category.
If you are looking for a protective long cuff motorcycle glove for sports riding, track days or fast road use, the Arc-On 034 RS Gloves are well worth considering.
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