A long day of riding the trails and hitting the jumps will certainly wear on your hands. Quality riding gloves will not only add protection but will also increase the comfort of your ride. If you should find yourself falling off of your bike, the first thing you will do without even thinking is extend your arms to brace your fall, essentially making your hands the first part of your body to impact the ground. Gloves can be made of several different materials, mostly leather and are an essential component of your motocross gear.