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Eugene Laverty rode a BMW S 1000 RR for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team in 2020, alongside Tom Sykes. The from Leather Collection is a replica inspired by that season, made to order and hand-stitched.
Key Takeaways
- Laverty and Sykes formed the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team line-up in 2020; Laverty finished 15th in the championship.
- The listing describes 1.2 to 1.3 mm drum-dyed milled cowhide with Cordura and accordion stretch panels.
- It states CE Level 2 armour (EN 1621-1:2012) at shoulders, elbows, knees and hips and a removable spine protector. The listing does not state an EN 17092 class for the suit as a whole.
- Speed hump, perforation and Custom Size options are described on the listing, some of them as add-ons.
The 2020 BMW Motorrad Season
The 2020 World Superbike calendar was cut from 13 planned rounds to eight events because of COVID-19. The BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team ran two BMW S 1000 RR bikes, with Tom Sykes on number 66 and Laverty on number 50. Laverty finished 15th in the championship, with no wins or podiums that year.
Materials and Construction
The listing describes the suit with these elements:
- Shell: 1.2 to 1.3 mm drum-dyed milled cowhide leather.
- Stretch zones: Cordura panels at the sleeves, crotch and calf, with accordion stretch panels at the lower back and knees.
- Stitching: high-strength nylon thread, with double and triple stitching in high-stress areas.
- Lining and finish: polyester mesh lining and soft neoprene at the cuffs and collar.
- Fastenings: YKK semi auto-lock zippers at the front, cuffs and calf, plus Velcro-reinforced straps.
Armour and Protection
EN 1621-1 is the European standard for impact protectors for limb joints. Level 2 sets a lower limit on transmitted force than Level 1. The listing does not state an EN 17092 class for the suit as a whole; armour is tested separately from the garment. The listing states:
- CE Level 2 armour (EN 1621-1:2012) at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips, with removable dual-density armour listed at the knees, shoulders and elbows.
- A removable dual-density spine protector described as EN 1621-2 compatible.
- TPU-reinforced metal protectors on the shoulders, elbows and knees, with TPU elbow sliders and replaceable knee sliders.
- Extra leather layers stitched over the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips.
Hump, Perforation and Fit
The product page lists four speed hump options (none, standard, ventilated or hydro), alongside four perforation patterns from none to full; the ventilated and hydro humps and full perforation are presented as add-ons, as is the Custom Size option. Because armour must sit over the joint to work as intended, made-to-measure sizing matters on a race suit. The facility lets riders order to their own measurements, and the shows the same approach on a non-replica suit.
Riders comparing other WSBK looks can also view the .
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the suit Eugene Laverty raced in during 2020?
No. It is a replica inspired by the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team look from 2020. Leather Collection produces it to order; it is not made by Laverty, BMW or the series, and it is not a race-used or team-issued suit.
Who was Laverty's teammate in 2020?
Tom Sykes was the other rider of the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team in 2020, on number 66. Laverty rode number 50. Both rode the BMW S 1000 RR across a season shortened to eight rounds.
What armour does the suit list?
The listing states CE Level 2 armour (EN 1621-1:2012) at the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips, plus a removable dual-density spine protector described as EN 1621-2 compatible. The listing does not state an EN 17092 class for the suit as a whole, and armour is tested separately from the garment. Check the product page for the full specification and ask for the test certificate before relying on the armour.
What customization options are available?
The listing describes four speed hump choices, four perforation patterns and a Custom Size option, with some choices presented as add-ons rather than as standard. Perforation improves airflow in warm weather, while the hump options change the shape of the back panel. For made-to-measure sizing, measure carefully, because a close fit helps keep armour over the joints, and confirm the chosen options on the product page before ordering.
Updated: October 2026
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
