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Valentino Rossi raced the 2016 MotoGP season with Movistar Yamaha MotoGP, carrying number 46. He won two races, at Jerez and Catalunya, and finished second in the championship behind Marc Marquez with 249 points (see the 2016 MotoGP season record). The are replica gloves inspired by that season, in blue and yellow with VR46 branding.
Key Takeaways
- The gloves are a replica inspired by Valentino Rossi’s 2016 Yamaha MotoGP gloves, in blue and yellow with VR46 branding.
- The product page lists 0.8 to 0.9 mm cowhide, hand-stitched with high-strength nylon thread.
- A carbon-reinforced metal knuckle protector and TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers are listed.
- A Velcro wrist strap and cuff closure and sizes XS to 3XL are listed.
Updated: October 2026
The 2016 Season Behind the Design
Rossi’s 2016 season had two wins, a second place in the standings and three crashes out of races, according to the season record. Rossi retired from MotoGP in 2021, and these gloves are an independent replica inspired by his 2016 Yamaha design. They are not affiliated with Rossi, VR46 or Yamaha.
Materials and Construction
- Cowhide: 0.8 to 0.9 mm cowhide, hand-stitched with high-strength nylon thread.
- Knuckles: carbon-reinforced metal knuckle protector.
- Sliders: TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers.
- Pre-curved shape: the palm and fingers are pre-curved for a grip position on the bars.
Fit and Closure
A snug fit matters for control, and the use a Velcro strap at the wrist plus a Velcro cuff closure to keep the glove in place. Sizes run from XS to 3XL. The gloves are made to order, so a hand measurement taken around the widest point helps with the size chart.
More Rossi and MotoGP Gear
Other Rossi items include the from a later Yamaha season and the from his Honda years, which ran from 2000 to 2003.
A suit from his second Yamaha period is the , and the wider category covers other riders.
Final Thoughts
The Valentino Rossi MotoGP 2016 gloves are a replica for fans of the rider, with cowhide construction, knuckle and slider protection and a Velcro closure listed on the product page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Rossi 2016 gloves an official VR46 product?
No. They are an independent replica inspired by the gloves Rossi used in the 2016 MotoGP season, in blue and yellow Yamaha colours with VR46 branding. They are not affiliated with Valentino Rossi, VR46 or Yamaha.
What protection do the gloves include?
The product page lists 0.8 to 0.9 mm cowhide, a carbon-reinforced metal knuckle protector and TPU sliders on the palm, thumb and fingers. These describe construction and do not promise injury prevention in a crash, so riders should check any rating they rely on.
How do the gloves fasten and which sizes exist?
A Velcro strap at the wrist and a Velcro cuff closure fasten the gloves. Sizes run from XS to 3XL, and the pre-curved palm and fingers follow the grip position on the handlebars. A hand measurement around the widest point helps choose from the size chart.
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
