{"product_id":"tom-sykes-kninja-motorbike-racing-leather-biker-gloves","title":"Tom Sykes Kawasaki Ninja Motorbike Leather Racing Gloves","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tom Sykes Kawasaki Ninja Motorbike Leather Racing Gloves are finished in the Kawasaki colours associated with Tom Sykes, reproduced in leather patchwork rather than print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from full-grain cowhide with CE certified knuckle protection, reinforced palm padding and pre-curved fingers. Made to order in standard sizes or to your own hand measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-grain cowhide leather throughout — never bonded or PU-coated material, which tears rather than abrades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCE certified knuckle protection: a hard external shell that takes the first impact and lets the glove slide rather than grip the tarmac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforced palm padding at the heel of the hand, the part that contacts the ground first in almost every fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-curved fingers stitched into riding shape, so the glove does not fight your grip on the bars over a long session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure wrist closure strap that stops the glove being pulled off during a slide — the way most unsecured gloves fail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional reinforcing layer at the palm and thumb, the highest-wear areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVentilation panels set into the fingers and back of hand, positioned away from the knuckle shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouchscreen compatible fingertips for phone and GPS use without removing a glove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitched with high-strength bonded nylon thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeam designs produced as leather patchwork rather than print, so they cannot crack, peel or fade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShort or Gauntlet Cut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShort Racing Gloves\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGauntlet Racing Gloves\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCuff length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnds at the wrist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtends over the jacket or suit cuff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStreet riding, commuting, summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrack days, racing, high speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrist coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrap only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrap plus forearm cuff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAirflow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuit compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSits under the sleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeals over the sleeve, no skin gap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you ride on track or wear a one piece leather suit, choose a gauntlet cut. The overlapping cuff removes the gap at the wrist where a suit sleeve and a short glove separate under slide forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRiders and Bikes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost often ordered by riders on the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, ZX-6R, ZX-4R and Z900, and by anyone matching gloves to Kawasaki leathers. Any pair can be produced in a colourway matched to your bike or the rest of your gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGloves are the hardest piece of riding kit to buy off the shelf, because hand width and finger length vary independently — most riders sit between two standard sizes. Every pair here can be made to your own measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the circumference of your palm around the knuckles, excluding the thumb, and the length from the base of your palm to the tip of your middle finger. Send both figures with your order and the gloves are cut to those dimensions. Full instructions are on the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/size-guides\"\u003esize guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these motorcycle gloves CE certified?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The knuckle protection fitted to these gloves is CE certified. Full protection documentation across the range is on the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/protection-safety\"\u003eprotection and safety\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you match my Kawasaki’s colours?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Send a photograph or the paint reference and the leather is dyed to match as closely as hide allows, so the gloves sit correctly alongside the bike and the rest of your gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo leather motorcycle gloves stretch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCowhide relaxes and moulds to your hand over the first few rides. A new racing glove should feel firm and close with no loose material at the fingertips — that initial tightness is correct. A glove that feels roomy when new will be too large once broken in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between racing gloves and winter riding gloves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRacing gloves prioritise abrasion resistance, knuckle protection and bar feel, with minimal insulation. Winter gloves add thermal lining and waterproofing at the cost of bulk and feel. For track and sport riding, choose a racing glove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the touchscreen fingertips wear out?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe conductive fingertip material is stitched into the leather rather than coated on top, so it lasts as long as the glove. Heavy abrasion on that panel will eventually reduce sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the seams inside or outside?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMain seams are stitched with high-strength bonded nylon thread and positioned away from the primary contact areas, so they do not sit under the palm where they would abrade first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long do leather racing gloves last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith regular conditioning a full-grain glove lasts several seasons of use. What usually ends one is a crash: after a slide the knuckle shell and palm layer should be inspected and the glove replaced if either is compromised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the exterior with a soft, slightly damp cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a leather conditioner when the hide feels dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not machine wash, tumble dry or bleach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry naturally, away from direct sunlight and artificial heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat or lightly stuffed so the fingers keep their shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bleed Racing Gears","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48928447004914,"sku":"BRG-GL-TSY-001","price":240.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/7029\/9122\/files\/Tom-Sykes-Kawasaki-Ninja-Motorbike-Racing-Leather-Gloves-1.webp?v=1774711894","url":"https:\/\/bleedracinggears.com\/en-ca\/products\/tom-sykes-kninja-motorbike-racing-leather-biker-gloves","provider":"Bleed Racing Gears","version":"1.0","type":"link"}