Macna makes high-end motorcycle gloves that warm themselves and especially your hands. That's for sure. But they are also aware of the fact that they can't do without a decent entry level model: the Unite RTX Kit is exactly that.
These waterproof unisex gloves are situated at the top of the range of motorcycle gloves. Between 'a plastic bag' and 'the very best of the very best' they are somewhere in the top 10%. Electric heated motorcycle gloves cost quite a bit of money, and that's okay. With the Unite RTX Kit, you get the complete electrical package for that money, of course. These gloves come with two 7,4V/2,2A batteries and a charger. You can also 'hang' them from the motorcycle's battery, using optionally available cables.
The exterior consists of plastic and few extras. No conspicuous protectors, no excessive visual highlights. This is - in terms of a pure motorcycle glove anyway - the essence. Well, yes. A waterproof Raintex membrane provides protection against moisture and one layer deeper the warm Bemberg-and-Thinsulate lining can do its job. The 'essence' is therefore surpassed. Macna is shrewd enough to make the lining on the palm of the hand thinner than on the back of the same hand, which makes the balance between 'good grip on the handlebars' and 'warm hands’ a bit better.
The cuff is comfortably long, and of course doubles as a storage compartment for the 7.4V/2.2A batteries that serve as the power source. The two 7.4V/2.2A batteries are included as standard, as is a charger. They throw a little weight around but you get warm hands in return. You plug them in, store them neatly and activate everything by using the push button on the back of the hand (glove). The same on/off button also shows you the status of your battery. Normally one battery charge can guarantee you up to 4h30 of warm hands (depending on the set temperature).
| Mode | Battery life 7,4V 2,2Ah | Battery life 7,4V 3Ah | Battery life 12V 3Ah |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 4 (red) | 1u45 | 2u20 | 2u |
| Level 3 (purple) | 2u | 2u50 | 2u30 |
| Level 2 (blue) | 2u50 | 3u45 | 3u20 |
| Level 1 (white) | 4u30 | 5u20 | 4u50 |
We say that with reservation. First of all, you have four heat levels, each of which requires a different energy level. Those who plan to use that 4h30 battery charge at zero degrees on the highway will almost always be disappointed. This will always be the case when the motorway is your main field of action. It remains extremely difficult to realize the same pleasant and comfortable sensations at 120 km/h and more, which you would otherwise mainly experience in your seat. If you want to take it to the next level, you can use 7,4V / 3A batteries.
’Warm' comes in different intensities and degrees, but the specific place where the warmth manifests itself also plays a role of course.
Here we are talking specifically about the top of the fingers and the fingertips.
It goes without saying that the heat, once present, does distribute itself, which - more than heating up a single spot - ensures the best effect.
Macna chooses to make the Unite RTX into rather classic looking motorcycle gloves. The result is a quiet design, without compromising on features such as index fingers with touch tip and ergonomically shaped thumb pieces. There is no visor wiper.
If you want to supply the gloves with motorbike battery power, you need two cables: a power cable (you can choose between a battery cable, a cable to a cigarette lighter plug or a cable to a DIN-plug like on a BMW) and a 'double connection cable'. These heated motorcycle gloves use a maximum of 3.1 amps.
The standard charger included in the package comes with three different, interchangeable plugs and can therefore be used in any country.
Since these motorcycle gloves contain electronic components, it goes without saying that they cannot be put in the washing machine. A gentle hand wash is possible though, provided you dry the connectors with a hair dryer after washing.
