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The 2019 MotoGP season was the year Monster Energy replaced Movistar as title sponsor of the factory Yamaha team, which raced as Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP with Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi as its riders. The replica is inspired by the leathers Viñales wore that year. This guide covers the 2019 livery, the materials and protection listed on the product page, and the options available when ordering.
Key Takeaways
- The 2019 Yamaha livery moved from mostly blue to a black and blue striped design when Monster Energy took over as title sponsor.
- The replica is inspired by the suit Viñales wore in 2019, a season of 19 Grands Prix.
- The product page lists drum-dyed milled cowhide with accordion and Cordura stretch panels.
- Removable protectors are listed to EN 1621, and hump, perforation and one- or two-piece options are chosen when ordering.
The 2019 Livery and Season
For 2019 Yamaha's factory M1 debuted a black and blue striped design, a departure from the mostly blue schemes of earlier years, after Monster Energy took over from Movistar as title sponsor (Motorsport.com). The championship ran 19 Grands Prix that year, and Viñales won the Dutch TT at Assen (season summary). Fans of the rider can browse , and the wider season is covered in the .
Materials and Construction
The product page describes 1.2 to 1.3 mm drum-dyed milled cowhide, with Monaco and kangaroo leather listed as upgrade options. Other construction details include:
- Accordion leather stretch panels on the lower back and knees.
- Cordura stretch panels at the sleeves, crotch and calf.
- Polyester mesh lining, with a removable thermal lining option.
- High-strength nylon safety stitching and YKK semi-auto-lock coil zippers.
- Soft neoprene cuff and collar.
Impact Protection
The page lists removable dual-density protectors at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips under EN 1621-1:2012, a spine protector compatible with EN 1621-2, TPU-reinforced metal protectors at the shoulders and knees, and replaceable TPU knee and elbow sliders. EN 1621-1 covers limb joint protectors and defines two performance levels; a lower transmitted force means a more protective rating (SATRA overview). The standard rates the protector, not the suit, and fit decides whether protectors sit over the joint.
Speed Hump and Perforation Options
Race suits carry a hump at the back, and this replica offers four configurations: no hump, standard, ventilated or hydro. Perforation can be none, chest, front or full. More airflow suits warm track days, while an unperforated suit gives more wind protection in cooler weather.
Fit and Configuration
The suit can be ordered as a one-piece or two-piece, in made-to-measure sizing. Each piece is hand-stitched and made to order. Race leathers are cut for the riding position, so they feel snug and bent when standing. Related Yamaha and Viñales gear includes the and, for the feet, the . A comparable Yamaha suit is the , and more rider options are listed under .
Updated: October 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team did Maverick Viñales ride for in 2019?
He rode for Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP, the factory Yamaha squad, with Valentino Rossi as his team-mate. That season Monster Energy replaced Movistar as title sponsor, which changed the livery from mostly blue to a black and blue striped design. The replica on this page is inspired by the suit he wore in that season, not by any other year.
Is this suit official team apparel?
No. It is an inspired-by replica made by Leather Collection and is not affiliated with Yamaha, Monster Energy, the team or the rider. The design references the 2019 season, and the construction follows the specification on the product page.
What do EN 1621-1 and EN 1621-2 cover?
EN 1621-1 is the European standard for limb joint impact protectors such as shoulders, elbows, knees and hips. EN 1621-2 covers back protectors. Both define Level 1 and Level 2, and a protector that transmits less force in testing earns the higher level.
Can the suit be ordered in two pieces?
Yes. The product page offers a one-piece or two-piece configuration with made-to-measure sizing. The hump style, perforation and lining options are selected when ordering, and each suit is hand-stitched and made to order. Accurate measurements at checkout matter most for a close racing fit.
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
