I just got the GP Plus A*, and this morning was my first ride with them. I have some A* shorties from before. The GP Plus are a huge step above those. Very protective with little bulk. I'm impressed with overall quality. And, the best part is the connected ring finger and pinky (they say is patented), and that's all I ever have on the throttle. I still need to break them in, but it's looking good.
I also recommend sandhillspowersports.com. Free shipping, no tax, and I got them for $110. I think retail is 150 or 160. Customer service was excellent. I've used them for dirt gear a while back, and it was the same experience. I only push them as I've gone through a ton of aftermarket, online suppliers for mods with bikes and cars, and they're the best yet. Hopefully I'll save someone out there the nightmares I've had in the past
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