IXON Vortex GL Racing Leather Gloves | Men's | Black

The IXON Vortex GL Racing Leather Gloves in black deliver a genuinely usable combination of CE-certified protection, ventilated goatskin construction and touchscreen-ready convenience — making them as practical on a daily sports ride as they are on a trackday. For men who want race-inspired quality without sacrificing real-world comfort, this is a glove that earns its place every time you reach for your helmet.

Key Features

• CE Level 1 KP certified to EN 13594:2015 — confirmed protection for road and track use
• Goatskin on both the back of the hand and palm, with Pittards leather reinforcement for exceptional grip and abrasion resistance
• Aramid reinforcements across the knuckles and between the fingers for targeted strength where it counts
• TPR palm slider and overmoulded knuckle and finger protectors provide structured impact defence
• Ventilation channels at the fingers and palm plus perforated leather panels keep airflow moving on warm days
• Touchscreen-compatible index finger and double hook-and-loop wrist closure with pull tab for easy, secure fitment

Designed for Control at Every Speed

Racing gloves only earn their keep if they stay comfortable across an entire ride. The Vortex GL is built around a pre-curved, ergonomic construction that reduces hand fatigue at the handlebar during spirited road stages and circuit sessions alike. The pre-shaped fit means less resistance against your natural grip position, so throttle, brake and clutch inputs feel clean and direct rather than muffled.

Stretch inserts at key flex points allow unrestricted movement without creating pressure points, and the dual hook-and-loop wrist closure with elasticated panels dials in a personalised, rattle-free fit. The pull tab makes getting the gloves on and off straightforward, even when you are standing in a car park between sessions.

Premium Materials, Thoughtfully Combined

Both the back of the hand and the palm are cut from supple goatskin — a leather that balances abrasion resistance with a thin, tactile feel that lets you sense the handlebar rather than just grip it. The palm is further reinforced with Pittards leather, a performance hide used across premium motorsport gloves for its durability and grip characteristics even when damp.

Aramid fibre reinforcements are placed across the back of the hand and in the inter-finger zones, adding tear strength in the areas most exposed during a slide. A TPR palm slider reduces the shear force transmitted to the wrist in the event of a fall, while a TPR element at the cuff provides an additional layer of protection at the wrist opening.

Ventilated for Summer and Warm-Weather Riding

The Vortex GL is deliberately engineered for warm-season use. It is not waterproofed or insulated, which is exactly the point — the construction prioritises breathability through ventilation channels at the fingers and palm, backed by perforated leather panels that encourage steady airflow. These gloves are the right choice for:

• Spirited riding in warm weather
• Fast road stages and A-road runs
• Trackdays and circuit practice sessions
• Riders seeking a ventilated leather racing glove with genuine CE protection

Everyday Usability Built Into a Racing Design

Despite the race-focused specification, the Vortex GL includes details that make a real difference on the road. The touchscreen-compatible index finger means you can operate a smartphone or GPS navigator without pulling the glove off — a small thing that becomes very useful on longer rides. The double-closure wrist system keeps the glove firmly in place during sustained high-speed sections, while the overall fit remains comfortable enough to wear for a full day in the saddle.

Fitment and Compatibility

The IXON Vortex GL is a men's motorcycle glove available in sizes XS through 3XL, designed for riders of all sports, supersport and naked motorcycles seeking a summer racing glove with trackday capability. As with all leather gloves, sizing should be checked against IXON's current size guide, as leather may conform slightly to the hand during the first few rides.

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