This RS-500 1.0 jacket from IXS is a textile motorcycle jacket with a heavy dose of leather. And that leather ensures that the RS-500 1.0 jacket from IXS is a motorcycle jacket that combines both sportiness and comfort. Without much effort.
The sporty touring fit (Tour-Cut-System or TCS for short) clearly draws its inspiration from the leather thoroughbred motorcycle jackets from the racing world. The cut doesn't hide it, and the same can be said of the external shoulder protectors, the color of which can be adjusted. This jacket is made of textile to provide a durable base. Although the assistance of the full grain leather on the sleeves is more than worth it. The leather is alternated with stretch material under the armpits and on the shoulders, something which is often the case with leather racing jackets.
The tight cut is definitely also given a touring look. IXS has one condition though: the clean, clear, 'straight ahead' attitude of the RS-500 1.0 does not take into account thermal linings, membranes or waterproofing. It is what it is: riding. For the hard men then? Not at all: there are rain suits and thermal liners in abundance. With the RS-500 1.0 jacket you get - at a competitive price and in a comfortable way - a racing feeling and sleek sportiness and that includes a level of finishing that is absolutely worth it.
The softly finished neck, an aerodynamic hump (yes!), a central YKK-zipper with wind flap, YKK-zippers at the sleeve ends, two side pockets on the outside and two on the inside, without counting the existing napoleon pocket, four smooth vents and a mesh lining that provides extra cooling effect and healthy climate management.
Can we say that this sporty motorcycle jacket combines the best elements of the racing segment with the better touring qualities in textiles? Possibly. And at a top price too.
The impact protection leaves nothing to be desired: the shoulder and elbow protectors are impacTec TP-02, EN 1621-1:2012, Level 2 certified. The elbow protection is adjustable in height. A back protector is also included as standard: impacTec TP-06, EN 1621-2:2014, level 2 certified.
The long connection zipper is there to make the combination with the homonymous motorcycle pants quick and trouble-free. A Belt Loop illustrates that you might also just wear this sporty, half-leather motorcycle jacket with a pair of sneakers and a pair of motorcycle jeans.
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