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Vortex is available in unisex S–XL and fits small. Measure both hands and use the larger circumference and length before ordering.
Vortex Hybrid-Shell Heated Motorcycle Gloves
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$275.00
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For cold-weather commuting and touring, Vortex combines adjustable 7.4V heat with a long drawcord cuff that overlaps your jacket sleeve. Its olive-green goatskin-and-polyester shell has a carbon-fiber knuckle shell, a fixed palm-heel guard and thumb-base reinforcement. The insulation and built-in structure make it more substantial around the controls than a thin glove; check throttle grip and lever reach before riding.
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Carbon Fiber & Palm Guard
Carbon fiber knuckle shell with a fixed hard palm-heel guard.
Back-Hand & Finger Heat
Heating covers the full back of the hand and backs of the fingers.
3M™ Insulation + Membrane
Palm-and-back insulation with an internal waterproof layer.
Touchscreen + Extended Cuff
Touchscreen thumb and index fingers with a drawcord gauntlet cuff.
Shipping, Returns & Warranty
Shipping, Returns & Warranty
• Ships from North Carolina: Orders are typically dispatched within 48 hours.
• 30-day returns: Eligible unused products may be returned within 30 days of delivery under the current return policy.
• One-year warranty: Product coverage applies according to the current warranty terms.
Fit & Size
Fit & Size
What's Included
What's Included
Care & Caution
Care & Caution
How to Measure Your Hand for Gloves
Buying gloves online? Start with your hand measurements. This guide shows two common measurements—hand circumference and hand length—for people choosing everyday, outdoor or heated gloves.
The measuring technique is useful beyond Arcfomor. Each brand and model can have different sizing requirements, so follow the instructions and size chart for the gloves you plan to buy.
Watch: How to Measure Your Hand
See where to place the tape in this 32-second silent tutorial by Arcfomor. Record your measurements, then compare them with the size chart for your chosen glove brand and model.
How to Measure Your Hand for Gloves
1Measure Both Hands
Hand size can differ slightly from left to right. Measure both hands and write down the circumference and length of each, using the same unit throughout. Follow your chosen brand’s guidance on which hand or measurement to use.
2Measure Hand Circumference
Wrap a flexible measuring tape around the widest part of your palm, just below the knuckles. Do not include your thumb. Keep your hand relaxed and the tape snug, but not tight.
3Measure Hand Length
Measure from the wrist crease at the base of your palm to the tip of your middle finger. Keep your hand flat with your fingers naturally extended.
No flexible tape? Wrap a piece of string around your palm, mark where the ends meet and measure the string with a ruler.
Hand Circumference, Palm Width and Hand Length
These measurements describe different parts of the hand and are not interchangeable. Check which measurements your chosen glove brand requests.
Hand Circumference
Measured around the widest part of the palm below the knuckles, excluding the thumb. Keep the tape snug without squeezing your hand.
Palm Width
The straight-line distance across the palm. It is not the same as circumference. If a size chart asks for palm width, follow that brand’s diagram for the exact measuring points.
Hand Length
Measured from the wrist crease to the tip of the middle finger. It helps determine whether the glove fingers will provide enough length.
Use Your Measurements with the Right Size Chart
Keep your circumference and length readings together with their units. Compare them with the chart for the exact gloves you want to buy. A size M in one brand may fit differently from a size M in another.
If your readings fall between sizes, point to different sizes or sit outside the chart, check that model’s fit notes or ask the brand for help. Liner gloves and insulated outer gloves can require different amounts of room.
Measured Up? Find Your Arcfomor Fit.
Arcfomor makes heated gloves for different ways of spending time outdoors. Use the calculator and chart below to explore your size, then compare models such as Spider Silk and Feather for the activities you have in mind.
The calculator, chart and model advice below apply to Arcfomor gloves. For another brand, use that brand’s own size chart.
Find Your Arcfomor Glove Size
For Arcfomor gloves, select your model, choose inches or centimeters and enter the larger circumference and length readings from your two hands. Results are a starting point; check the selected model’s fit notes before ordering.
Recommended size
Arcfomor Glove Size Chart
| Glove size | Hand circumference | Hand length |
|---|---|---|
| S | 7.9–8.5 in20.1–21.6 cm | 7.5–7.9 in19.1–20.1 cm |
| M | 8.5–9.1 in21.6–23.1 cm | 7.9–8.3 in20.1–21.1 cm |
| L | 9.1–9.6 in23.1–24.4 cm | 8.3–8.5 in21.1–21.6 cm |
| XL | 9.6–10.2 in24.4–25.9 cm | 8.5–8.7 in21.6–22.1 cm |
| 2XL | 10.2–10.8 in25.9–27.4 cm | 8.7–8.9 in22.1–22.6 cm |
Available sizes: Ember is available in S–2XL. Dragonfly is available in L and XL. Other current Arcfomor glove models are available in S–XL.
If circumference and length indicate different sizes, use the larger measurement as your starting point. Fit can vary by model, so check the selected product page before ordering. If you are between sizes, choose the larger size unless that model recommends otherwise.
Fit Notes for Arcfomor Heated Gloves
Heated gloves should feel secure without squeezing the palm, limiting finger movement or creating pressure at the fingertips. A glove that is too loose can reduce dexterity and make it harder to grip tools, handlebars, ski poles or a phone.
Dragonfly Heated Liners
Dragonfly is Arcfomor's dedicated heated liner and is designed for a closer fit. It should not feel restrictive. When wearing it under another glove, make sure the outer glove has enough room for the liner, your fingers and the wrist battery area.
Spider Silk and Feather
These models can be worn on their own or layered under a roomier outer glove. They are thicker than Dragonfly, so check the available space inside your outer shell before using them as liners.
Insulated, Work and Ski Gloves
These gloves should leave enough room for natural finger movement without excess material at the fingertips. If you are between sizes, choose the larger size rather than relying on the insulation to stretch.
Motorcycle Gloves
Check palm comfort, finger length and access to the controls. The glove should feel secure when gripping the handlebar without pulling tightly across the knuckles or bunching at the fingertips.
If your measurements indicate different sizes: use the larger size as your starting point. For example, if circumference indicates M and length indicates L, start with L. If your measurements fall outside the available sizes for a product, contact us rather than forcing the closest size.
Choose Your Arcfomor Gloves for the Way You Use Them
Your recommended size is only part of the decision. Consider whether you need a dedicated liner, a versatile lightweight glove or a warmer everyday option.
Dragonfly
Best for customers who want the thinnest dedicated heated liner to wear under an existing outer glove. Available in L and XL.
View Dragonfly Heated Liners →Spider Silk
A versatile lightweight option that can be worn on its own or under a roomier outer glove. The flip-top design provides quick finger access.
View Spider Silk →Feather
A unisex 2.3mm slim-fit heated glove for commuting, driving, walking and everyday winter use. It can be worn alone or layered under a roomier outer glove when more wind, snow or moisture protection is needed.
View Feather Heated Gloves →Ember 2.0
A mid-weight men’s glove for customers who want more coverage than a liner. Ember also offers the widest size range, from S through 2XL.
View Ember 2.0 →Need Help Choosing Your Arcfomor Gloves?
If you are deciding between models, use our Heated Glove Finder for a short list based on how you plan to use your gloves. For sizing help, send your hand circumference, hand length and the product you are considering to help@arcfomor.com.
Find My Heated Gloves
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How Vortex Fits Your Riding Setup
Vortex is designed for cold-weather commuting and touring, with a long drawcord gauntlet to overlap your jacket sleeve. A carbon-fiber knuckle shell, fixed palm-heel guard and thumb-base reinforcement add structure to its goatskin-and-polyester shell.
The construction deliberately feels more substantial than a slim or uninsulated riding glove. Riders moving between different gloves should expect extra material around levers and switches and should become familiar with the controls before setting out.
How the Hybrid Shell Is Distributed
Goatskin covers the entire palm and full index finger. It also extends across the knuckle ridge on the back of the hand and roughly half of the back surface of the other fingers. Polyester forms the remaining outer panels, creating a mixed-material shell rather than an all-leather glove.
This placement concentrates leather around the grip and other high-contact areas while retaining textile panels where the glove needs to flex around its insulation and internal components. Vortex is offered in one color: olive green with black protective and grip details.
Structured Coverage Around Key Riding Areas
Knuckle Area
A genuine carbon fiber shell creates a rigid outer layer over the main knuckle area.
Palm Heel
A fixed hard palm-heel guard adds structure alongside reinforced goatskin and grip texture.
Fingers & Thumb Base
Reinforcement adds coverage around the finger joints and the base of the thumb.
Intended Use
These components add structure around key riding areas. Vortex is intended for everyday road use, not track riding or professional racing. Before your first ride, confirm comfortable throttle, brake, clutch and switch operation using our heated motorcycle glove grip and control guide.
Heat Across the Wind-Facing Side
3M Thinsulate™ provides passive insulation across the palm and back of the hand. The active heating elements are separate: they cover the full back of the hand and the backs of the fingers. The palm and finger pads do not contain heating elements.
High
2.5–4 hours
Medium
4–8 hours
Low
About 10 hours
High is useful for initial warm-up or lower-movement periods; reduce the setting once comfortable to manage battery use. Estimates are based on the included 7.4V batteries. Actual runtime varies with temperature, wind, battery condition, charge level and changes between settings.
How the Waterproof Layers Work
The internal waterproof membrane provides the main barrier against normal rain, snow and road spray. A DWR treatment on the polyester panels helps surface moisture bead and shed. The battery pocket is closed with a waterproof zipper.
Waterproof construction is not the same as immersion protection. Avoid soaking the gloves and keep the batteries, connectors and charging components dry.
What to Expect at the Handlebar
Palm Feel & Grip
Reinforced goatskin and textured contact areas support general handlebar grip. The fixed palm-heel block will feel firmer than the same area on a soft textile glove.
Touchscreen Use
Both gloves have touchscreen-compatible thumb and index finger areas. Response varies by device, screen protector, weather and the precision required.
Extended Gauntlet
The longer cuff is designed to overlap a jacket sleeve and tightens with a drawcord. There is no hook-and-loop wrist closure.
Battery Pocket & Pairing Clip
The battery sits inside the zippered cuff pocket. A carabiner-style pairing clip keeps the two gloves together when they are off the bike.
Compare Arcfomor Heated Motorcycle Gloves
Choose by shell coverage, cuff design and built-in structure—not price alone.
Model
Construction
Best Fit
Vortex
Current modelHybrid goatskin + polyester · Extended drawcord gauntlet · Carbon-fiber knuckle shell with palm-heel and thumb-base structure
Cold-weather commuting and touring when extended cuff coverage and a balanced hybrid shell are preferred.
Basalt
Long gauntletHybrid goatskin + polyester · Carbon-fiber knuckle shell · Index-finger visor wiper; no thumb-base reinforcement
A mixed-material option for commuting and touring, with a long drawcord cuff and visor wipers for clearing moisture from your visor.
Full-goatskin shell · Heavyweight construction · Extended cuff with carbon-fiber knuckle shell
Riders who prefer the most substantial full-leather construction in the current motorcycle glove line.
Onyx
Currently unavailableHybrid half-leather shell · Short cuff · Rotary-dial tightening system
Riders who prefer a shorter cuff and dial closure. This model is currently sold out.
Compare shell construction, cuff overlap and control feel before choosing. Vortex is intended for everyday road riding rather than track use or professional racing.
Vortex Ordering & Ownership Support
Check your size, review warranty coverage and confirm compatible replacement power before or after ordering.
Review Warranty Coverage
Coverage follows Arcfomor’s current one-year limited warranty terms. Review eligibility, exclusions and claim requirements.
Match Replacement Power
Match the 7.4V voltage and connector to Vortex before ordering. The gloves use standalone batteries rather than motorcycle or heated-jacket power.
Vortex Heated Motorcycle Gloves FAQs
Answers about heating zones, battery runtime, shell materials, waterproofing, fit, protective structure, power compatibility, touchscreen use, package contents and care.
What type of heated motorcycle glove is Vortex?
Vortex is a unisex, substantial 7.4V heated motorcycle glove designed to be worn on its own for cold-weather street commuting and touring. It is not a liner and is not intended for track use or professional racing.
Where are the heating elements in Vortex gloves?
The active heating elements cover the full back of the hand and the backs of the fingers. The palm and finger pads are not heated. 3M Thinsulate™ provides passive insulation across both the palm and back of the hand.
How long do the Vortex batteries last?
Estimated runtime is approximately 2.5–4 hours on High, 4–8 hours on Medium and about 10 hours on Low. Actual runtime varies with temperature, wind, battery condition, charge level and changes between settings.
Is Vortex a full-leather heated motorcycle glove?
No. Vortex has a hybrid goatskin-and-polyester shell. Goatskin covers the entire palm, full index finger, the knuckle ridge area and roughly half of the back surface of the other fingers. Polyester forms the remaining outer panels.
Are Vortex heated motorcycle gloves waterproof?
Vortex includes an internal waterproof membrane, DWR-treated polyester panels and a waterproof battery-pocket zipper. The gloves are intended for normal rain, snow and road spray rather than prolonged immersion, and the batteries and connectors should be kept dry.
What sizes are available, and how do Vortex gloves fit?
Vortex is available in unisex S–XL and fits small. Measure both hands and use the larger circumference and length. If you are between sizes or near the upper end of a range, choose the larger size. Review the Arcfomor glove size guide before ordering.
What protective components are built into Vortex gloves?
Vortex includes a genuine carbon fiber knuckle shell, a fixed hard palm-heel guard, padded finger-joint coverage and reinforcement around the thumb base. These components add structure around key riding areas, but Vortex is intended for everyday road use rather than track riding or professional racing.
Can Vortex connect to a motorcycle or heated jacket power supply?
No. Vortex is designed to operate only from compatible standalone 7.4V glove batteries. It cannot be connected directly to a motorcycle, heated jacket or other vehicle power source.
Do Vortex gloves work with touchscreens?
Yes. Both gloves have touchscreen-compatible areas on the thumb and index finger. Response varies with the device, screen protector, weather and the precision required. Detailed typing may be less precise in a substantial insulated motorcycle glove.
What is included with Vortex heated motorcycle gloves?
Each package includes one pair of Vortex heated motorcycle gloves, two 7.4V rechargeable batteries, one compatible charger and one storage bag.
How should Vortex heated motorcycle gloves be cleaned?
Remove both batteries and spot clean the goatskin and polyester shell with a soft damp cloth and mild soap. Avoid soaking, full hand washing and machine washing. Do not tumble dry, iron or dry clean. Allow the gloves to air dry fully away from direct heat and sunlight before reconnecting the batteries.
