GP Pro R4 Gloves

The GP Pro R4 gloves are CE certified to EN 13594:2015 Level KP 1 — the European standard for motorcycle protective gloves. Level KP 1 includes knuckle impact protection and abrasion resistance. For comparison, Level KP 2 offers higher impact absorption at the knuckle and is available in Alpinestars’ GP Tech V2 gloves for riders seeking maximum protection.

DFS (Dynamic Friction Shield) is Alpinestars’ proprietary multi-layer protection system that combines a TPU hard shell with underlying energy-absorbing foam. In a crash, it absorbs the initial impact and allows the outer shell to slide across the road surface, reducing the risk of the glove catching, twisting, or tearing. On the GP Pro R4, the DFS Race system is applied to both the knuckle protector and the cuff for comprehensive protection.

Kangaroo leather offers exceptional tensile strength relative to its weight, allowing it to be thinner while maintaining equal or superior abrasion resistance compared to thicker cowhide. This results in enhanced tactile feedback on the controls without compromising protection. It is the preferred material in Alpinestars’ top-tier race gloves, including those used in MotoGP.

Yes, the GP Pro R4 gloves are designed as pure racing gauntlet gloves and are fully suitable for track day use in Italy. They meet CE EN 13594:2015 Level KP 1 certification requirements, and their dual closure system along with the extended DFS cuff provides the wrist retention and forearm protection typically required by circuit safety regulations.