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Tom Sykes spent 2019 on a BMW S 1000 RR, and the black race leathers he wore that season are the starting point for the . The suit is a replica inspired by his WorldSBK livery, made to order for road riders and track-day riders who want the look of that campaign on a full leather suit.
Key Takeaways
- The suit is a replica inspired by the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team livery of 2019 and is not team merchandise.
- The outer shell is drum-dyed milled cowhide, 1.2 to 1.3 mm thick, with stretch panels at the lower back and knees.
- Removable CE Level 2 armor (EN 1621-1:2012) sits at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips, according to the product page.
- EN 17092 is the standard that grades riding garments; Class AAA is the level intended for racetrack leather suits. The product page does not state an EN 17092 class for this suit.
The 2019 WorldSBK Season Behind the Suit
BMW returned to the Superbike World Championship in 2019 with the new S 1000 RR, running as the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team in partnership with Shaun Muir Racing. The rider line-up was Tom Sykes and Markus Reiterberger. Sykes arrived as the 2013 Superbike World Champion, with 34 race wins and 108 podiums at the time of the announcement in November 2018, according to the BMW Group press release.
Fans of Sykes can find more of his gear in the collection, including older pieces such as the .
What Makes It a Replica, Not Team Kit
The suit copies the color scheme and race number of the 2019 BMW Motorrad livery. It is made by Leather Collection, not by BMW, Shaun Muir Racing or Sykes, and the name is used only to describe the design that inspired it.
Leather and Construction
The product page lists the following construction details:
- 1.2 to 1.3 mm drum-dyed milled cowhide, with Monaco leather or kangaroo leather as optional upgrades
- Accordion stretch panels on the lower back and knees, and Cordura stretch panels at the sleeves, crotch and calves
- Pre-curved sleeves for a sport riding position
- YKK semi auto-lock coil zippers at the front, cuffs and calves
- Polyester mesh lining, with a removable thermal lining as an add-on
- Replaceable TPU knee sliders attached with Velcro
The suit is offered as a one-piece or as a two-piece with a snap-button connection at the pants. Riders comparing the formats can see the range of to decide how often they need to separate jacket and pants.
Armor and the EN 17092 Standard
Armor is removable: the product page states CE Level 2 protectors to EN 1621-1:2012 at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips, plus carbon-reinforced metal protectors on the shoulders and knees. A spine protector compatible with EN 1621-2 is optional. EN 1621-1 is the standard for limb impact protectors.
Separately, EN 17092 grades the garment itself. The classes run AAA, AA, A, B and C; AAA is the highest and is intended for racetrack leather suits, AA and A offer progressively less protection, and B and C are lower still, according to MCG product compliance. The product page does not state an EN 17092 class for this suit, so a rider should check the label and documentation of the exact suit before assuming a class, because armor standards and garment standards are separate things.
Fit and Where to Wear It
The suit is made to measure from the rider's own dimensions, which matters on a race cut: sleeves, inseam and torso length decide how the pre-curved panels sit on the bike. Hump options include none, standard, ventilated and hydro styles, and perforation can be added to the chest, the front or the whole shell for warmer weather.
The all-black base with a BMW-inspired layout suits track days and sport riding, and many riders pair it with matching gloves and boots from the collection.
Updated: October 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this suit BMW or WorldSBK team merchandise?
No. It is a replica inspired by the livery Tom Sykes used with the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team in 2019. The names describe the design only, and the suit is made by Leather Collection without any partnership with the team, the rider or the series.
Is the armor removable?
Yes. The product page lists removable CE Level 2 armor to EN 1621-1:2012 at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips. A removable spine protector compatible with EN 1621-2 is available as an option, and the knee sliders are replaceable.
What does EN 17092 Class AAA mean?
EN 17092 grades motorcycle clothing from Class AAA down to Class C. AAA is the highest class and is intended for racetrack leather suits. It describes the garment itself, so riders should read the label of the exact suit rather than assume a class.
Can the suit be worn on the road?
Yes, many riders wear race-cut leathers for sport riding as well as track days. The pre-curved race fit is shaped for a tucked riding position, so riders who mostly sit upright should think about the cut and consider optional ventilation before ordering.
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
