The facts.
| Manufacturer | IXON |
|---|---|
| Model | Vortex GL |
| Product type | Racing leather gloves / motorcycle gloves |
| Intended for | Men |
| Colour | Red/Black |
| Back of hand material | Goatskin |
| Palm material | Goatskin with Pittards leather reinforcement |
| Certification | CE Level 1 KP to EN 13594:2015 |
| Intended use | Summer / sport road / trackday |
| Special features | Aramid reinforcements, TPR palm sliders, touchscreen function, dual hook-and-loop closure |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
When every braking point and corner exit counts, the IXON Vortex GL Racing Leather Gloves in Red/Black deliver the grip, feedback and protection that track and sport riding demand. Developed with MotoGP-inspired intent, these men's goatskin gloves are built to perform under pressure — on the circuit at a trackday or pushing hard on your favourite B-road.
Key Features
- Goatskin on both back and palm for a supple, abrasion-resistant fit that sharpens throttle and brake feel
- Aramid reinforcements across the upper hand and finger zones for race-derived impact resistance
- Pittards leather palm reinforcement paired with TPR palm sliders for slide-down protection at speed
- Overmoulded, ventilated knuckle protectors and a TPR cuff element complete the protection package
- CE certified Level 1 KP to EN 13594:2015 — independently verified protection for track and road
- Touchscreen-compatible index finger, dual hook-and-loop cuff closure and pull-on tab for effortless everyday use
Race-Derived Control at the Handlebar
A pre-curved, ergonomic construction keeps the hand in its natural riding position, reducing fatigue during long sport sessions or back-to-back track laps. The result is a more direct connection to the handlebar — you feel the throttle open, the brake bite and the steering load without any vagueness introduced by the glove itself. Stretch inserts at key flex points further improve mobility and ensure the glove moves with your hand rather than against it.
Whether you are threading the bike into a late apex, squeezing the lever at the last moment or accelerating hard off a hairpin, the Vortex GL keeps you in confident contact with every control.
Premium Materials — Built for Sport
IXON specifies goatskin for both the back of the hand and the palm. Goatskin offers an excellent balance of softness and durability: thin enough for precise feel yet tough enough to resist the abrasion loads of a genuine off-bike slide. The palm is further reinforced with Pittards leather — a specialist performance leather used widely in competitive motorsport — and a TPR palm slider adds a hard-shell contact point at the most vulnerable area in a fall.
Material and protection details at a glance:
- Goatskin back of hand and palm
- Aramid reinforcements across the upper hand and finger zones
- Pittards leather palm reinforcement
- TPR palm sliders for additional slide protection
- TPR element at the cuff
- Overmoulded finger protection
Ventilated for Summer and Trackday Use
The Vortex GL is designed without waterproofing or lining — a deliberate choice that prioritises airflow during warm-weather riding. Ventilation channels at the fingers and palm, combined with perforated leather panels, draw air through the glove and manage heat during sustained high-intensity riding. These are summer sport gloves in the truest sense, and they are equally at home on a sun-soaked trackday as on a fast evening canyon run.
Ideal conditions and riding scenarios:
- Sport and performance road riding
- Fast evening rides and weekend blasts
- Warm days on twisty routes
- Trackdays and ambitious circuit sessions
CE Certified Protection
The Vortex GL carries CE certification to EN 13594:2015, Level 1 KP — a standard that covers impact, abrasion and burst strength testing for motorcycle gloves. The protection architecture includes:
- CE Level 1 KP certification to EN 13594:2015
- Overmoulded, ventilated knuckle protectors
- Palm reinforcement with Pittards leather
- TPR palm slider
- Lateral palm protection
- Additional protective components at the fingers and cuff
Everyday Convenience, Racing Attitude
Racing credentials do not have to mean inconvenience. The touchscreen-compatible index finger lets you operate a smartphone or GPS navigator without removing the glove. A partially elastic wrist strap and a dual hook-and-loop cuff closure allow precise, secure fit adjustment in seconds, while a pull tab at the cuff makes getting the gloves on quick and straightforward — especially with sweaty hands after a session.
Red/Black — Aggressive Sport Styling
The Red/Black colourway speaks directly to the motorsport world from which the Vortex GL draws its inspiration. A deep black base gives the glove a purposeful, composed appearance, while bold red accents inject the energy and visual aggression that match a quick sportsbike and an committed riding style. If you ride something red, or simply want a glove that looks as fast as it performs, this is the colourway to choose.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: IXON
- Model: Vortex GL
- Type: Racing leather motorcycle gloves
- Gender: Men's
- Colour: Red/Black
- Back of hand material: Goatskin
- Palm material: Goatskin with Pittards leather reinforcement
- Certification: CE Level 1 KP to EN 13594:2015
- Intended use: Summer / sport road / trackday
- Notable features: Aramid reinforcements, TPR palm sliders, touchscreen function, dual hook-and-loop closure
What's includedEverything in the box▼
- 1x IXON Vortex GL Racing glove pair
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