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Colin Edwards won the 2002 World Superbike Championship riding the Honda VTR1000 SP-2 for Castrol Honda. The Colin Edwards WSBK 2002 is a replica inspired by that season, made by Leather Collection as a hand-stitched, made-to-order leather jacket for fans of Honda and World Superbike history.
Key Takeaways
- Colin Edwards won the 2002 World Superbike title with Castrol Honda on the VTR1000 SP-2.
- He took 11 race wins in 2002, including nine in a row, and clinched the title at the Imola finale.
- The jacket is a replica inspired by that season, not equipment issued by Honda or the rider.
- Jacket classes under EN 17092 and joint protector levels under EN 1621-1 help compare protective jackets.
Colin Edwards and the 2002 WSBK Title
According to Roadracing World, Edwards finished 2002 on 552 points, 11 ahead of Troy Bayliss, with 11 race wins and nine consecutive victories. The title was settled at the final round in Imola, where Edwards won the second race after a last-lap battle with Bayliss.
The jacket reflects the Castrol Honda identity of that season. As a replica it is inspired by the team look and is not an item issued by Honda, Castrol or Edwards. Riders who prefer more general Honda race styling can browse the range, or the .
Leather in a Race-Style Jacket
Leather has a long record as a riding material because it resists abrasion in a slide, which is why race suits and jackets have used it for decades. How a particular jacket is built, including seams, lining and any armour, should be read from its own product page rather than assumed from the racing inspiration.
Standards Worth Knowing
The MCG CE certification overview describes EN 17092 as the European standard that classes motorcycle clothing as AAA, AA, A, B or C. Classes AAA to A combine impact and abrasion protection, with AAA the most demanding; class B gives abrasion protection but includes no impact protectors, and class C only holds protectors in place. Joint protectors are covered by EN 1621-1, rated Level 1 or Level 2.
On the Road and Off the Bike
A replica can also be worn as casual wear; for riding, check the garment’s class label and armour first. The WSBK 2002 jacket suits riders who like the early-2000s Honda superbike look, and collectors of older race replicas can also look at the .
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2002 World Superbike Championship?
Colin Edwards won the 2002 title riding the Honda VTR1000 SP-2 for Castrol Honda. He finished on 552 points, 11 ahead of Troy Bayliss, after winning 11 races including nine in a row. The championship was decided at the final round in Imola.
Is the jacket issued by Honda or Colin Edwards?
No. It is a replica inspired by the Castrol Honda look of 2002. Leather Collection makes it hand-stitched and made to order, and it should be treated as inspired gear rather than equipment issued or connected to Honda, Castrol or the rider.
What does EN 17092 mean on a motorcycle jacket?
EN 17092 is the European standard that sorts motorcycle clothing into classes AAA, AA, A, B and C, AAA, AA and A garments combine abrasion and impact protection, with AAA the most demanding; class B gives abrasion protection but includes no impact protectors, and class C only holds protectors in place. A replica style does not imply a class, so check the product page for any marking.
Can protectors be added to a leather jacket?
Some jackets are made to take protectors at the shoulders and elbows, but this should be confirmed for the specific jacket on its product page. Joint protectors are tested under EN 1621-1 and rated Level 1 or Level 2, and that marking is worth checking on any insert.
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
