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This Honda Merkel suit is a replica inspired by the leathers Fred Merkel wore in World Superbike in 1989. It is black, purple and white, hand-stitched and made to order.
- 1.2-1.3 mm drum-dyed, milled cowhide
- Removable CE Level 2 armor (EN 1621-1:2012) at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips
- Removable back protector (EN 1621-2 compatible) and replaceable TPU knee sliders
Fred Merkel 1989 Motorcycle Racing Suit Features
Fred Merkel rode a Honda in World Superbike in 1989. This Honda Merkel suit is a replica inspired by his black, purple and white leathers. Leather Collection has made leather gear since 2009. Each suit is hand-stitched to order. For more suits in Honda colors, see the .
- Removable CE Level 2 armor (EN 1621-1:2012) at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips.
- Removable back protector that is EN 1621-2 compatible.
- Replaceable TPU knee sliders.
- Extra leather layers at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips.
- Foam padding at the elbows and knees.
- Double and triple stitched seams in the main stress areas.
Suit Build and Materials
Outer Layer
- 1.2-1.3 mm drum-dyed, milled cowhide in black, purple and white.
- Accordion stretch panels at the waist and knees.
- Stretch Cordura at the sleeves, crotch and calves.
- Pre-curved sleeves for a riding position.
- Semi auto-lock YKK coil zips at the front, cuffs and calves.
- Velcro straps at the neck, cuffs and calves.
- Soft neoprene at the cuffs and collar.
Inner Layer
- Breathable mesh lining.
- One mesh chest pocket on the left side.
Fred Merkel Suit Options
- Choose a 1-piece suit, a 2-piece suit, the jacket or the pants. The 2-piece pants close with silver snap buttons.
- Leather: cowhide, Monaco or kangaroo leather.
- Speed hump: no hump, standard, ventilated or hydro.
- Perforation: none, chest, front or full.
- Add-ons: removable lining, thermal removable lining or an extra knee slider.
- Men's sizes run from EU 42 to EU 60 (US 32 to US 50). Women's sizes run from EU 38 to EU 50 (US 6 to US 18).
- Custom Size: select Custom Size from the product options Size, complete the checkout process. Then send your body measurements through the measurement form with your order number.
- More Honda suits: the and the .
Fred Merkel Safety Suit for Motorcycle 1989 
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Product Specifications
- Product Type: Race Suit (1-piece or 2-piece)
- Category: Race Suits, WSBK, Moto Archives, Honda
- Intended Use: Track days, riding and collecting
- Material: 1.2-1.3 mm drum-dyed, milled cowhide
- Construction: Hand-stitched and made to order; double and triple stitched seams; accordion stretch panels; stretch Cordura inserts
- Comfort Features: Neoprene cuffs and collar; breathable mesh lining; pre-curved sleeves
- Closure / Fit System: Semi auto-lock YKK coil zips; Velcro straps; silver snap buttons on 2-piece pants
- Pockets: 1 inner mesh chest pocket (left side)
- Style / Design Features: Black, purple and white suit inspired by Fred Merkel's 1989 Honda WSBK leathers
- Protection: Removable CE Level 2 armor (EN 1621-1:2012) at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips; removable back protector (EN 1621-2 compatible); replaceable TPU knee sliders
- Speed Hump Options: No Hump, Standard Hump, Ventilated Hump, Hydro Hump
- Perforation Options: No Perforation, Perforated Chest, Perforated Front, Full Perforated
- Leather Options: Cowhide, Monaco or kangaroo leather
- Ideal For: Fans of Fred Merkel and late 1980s superbike racing
- Made-to-Measure: Yes. Choose Custom Size and send your measurements after checkout
- Brand: Leather Collection
- Explore Related Gear: Browse Honda Motorcycle Boots.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No. It is a replica inspired by the leathers Fred Merkel wore on his Honda in the 1989 World Superbike season. It is not made by, or linked to, Fred Merkel or Honda. It is a real riding suit with CE Level 2 armor and a back protector. If you like suits from this era, browse the
range.
Inside the suit, removable CE Level 2 armor sits at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips. This armor meets EN 1621-1:2012, the standard for limb armor. There is also a removable back protector that is EN 1621-2 compatible. Extra leather and foam pads add bulk at the elbows and knees. On the outside, TPU knee sliders take the wear in corners.
If you choose the 2-piece suit, you get a jacket and pants. Silver snap buttons on the pants help hold the two parts together. This keeps the jacket from riding up on the bike. You can also order only the jacket or only the pants. A 1-piece suit has no join at the waist, so it is the choice most racers make.
Start with the Size options and pick Custom Size. Finish checkout and keep your order number. Then use the measurement form to enter that number along with chest girth, waist, hip, sleeve length and crotch to ground. Ask a friend to help with the back and arm numbers.
Yes. Matching gloves and boots can be added to the same order. Gloves run from XS to 3XL. Boots run from EU 36 (US 4.5) to EU 46 (US 12). Choose your sizes when you add the matching gear. Each item is hand-stitched to order, so the set is made for you. Wear them together for a full race kit.
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