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In MotoGP the link between rider and machine comes down to a few square inches of contact. Marc Marquez, a nine-time world champion across all classes, spent most of the 2020 season out after breaking his right humerus at Jerez, but his Repsol Honda gear from that period is still a popular reference for replica fans.
The , available at Leather Collection, are a replica inspired by the gloves of that Repsol Honda era, suited to track-day and street riders who want the Repsol Honda look.
Key Takeaways
- Marquez began 2020 as reigning champion but missed most of the season after a crash at Jerez.
- Sport gloves commonly use leather shells, knuckle protection, palm sliders and finger bridges.
- EN 13594 is the European standard for motorcyclists' gloves, with Level 1 and Level 2.
- This design is a replica inspired by Repsol Honda colors, not rider-worn and unaffiliated with the rider.
Materials and Control
A racing glove should feel like a second skin so that throttle, brake and front-end feedback reach the hand clearly.
Leather and Stitching
- Cowhide and goatskin: sport gloves commonly use cowhide on the back of the hand, where abrasion resistance matters, and goatskin on the palm for feel. These are typical features of sport gloves, not a description of this pair.
- Kangaroo leather: a strong, lightweight leather that can be cut thin and still keep its strength.
- External seams: stitching on the outside of the fingers keeps seams away from the skin and reduces pressure points.
Protective Features
is known for an elbow-down riding style, and sport gloves commonly add the features below.
- Knuckle protectors: carbon or TPU shells are common on sport gloves.
- Palm sliders: hard inserts on the palm, intended to let it slide. Check whether a given pair has them.
- Finger bridge: a leather bridge between ring and little fingers is common on sport gloves.
- Double wrist closure: two straps are common on sport gloves.
These are design features intended to help in a slide, and they are only meaningful if the glove is tested and marked to EN 13594. The EN 13594 standard covers motorcyclists' gloves. According to SATRA, it tests seam strength, cut, tear and abrasion resistance and restraint on the hand, and impact protection is mandatory at Level 2, while Level 1 trades protection for dexterity.
Comfort and Grip
- Pre-curved fit: the glove follows the hand's resting position on the grip.
- Stretch panels: flexible sections on the thumb and fingers help with lever reach.
- Ventilation: perforated sections and knuckle vents help keep hands dry in warm weather.
- Grip prints: silicone texture on the palm and fingertips helps hold the controls.
The Repsol Honda Colors
The styling follows the Repsol Honda look; Marquez races with the number 93. Riders pairing gloves with other gear can look at , for a different paddock look, or .
Final Thoughts
The Marquez 2020 gloves are a replica for fans of the Repsol Honda era and for riders who want racing styling. Read the labeling for the protection level a specific pair was tested to.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Marc Marquez race the full 2020 season?
No. Marquez broke his right humerus in the opening race at Jerez on 19 July 2020. After surgery and further operations he did not return that year. He had begun 2020 as reigning champion with eight world titles.
What is EN 13594?
EN 13594 is the European standard for protective motorcycle gloves. It tests seam strength, cut, tear and abrasion resistance and how well the glove stays on, with impact protection mandatory at Level 2. Level 1 gives more dexterity and less protection.
Why do racing gloves have palm sliders?
Palm sliders are hard inserts on the palm, intended to let the hand slide. Whether a pair has them, and what it was tested to, is shown on the product page and the label. A finger bridge and a secure wrist closure are other features found on sport gloves, and they are design features rather than tested performance.
Are these the gloves Marquez wore?
No. They are a replica inspired by the Repsol Honda colors of his 2020 season, and are not made or worn by Marc Marquez and have no affiliation with him or the Repsol Honda team. Riders should judge them on their own fit, materials and protection labeling.
Updated: October 2026
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
