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The is a leather riding jacket inspired by the livery Maverick Viñales ran with Team Suzuki Ecstar in 2015. This guide covers the racing background, the construction details listed on the product page, and how riders can judge jacket protection using the relevant European standards.
Key Takeaways
- Viñales rode for Suzuki in MotoGP in 2015 and 2016 before moving to Yamaha, and the jacket is a replica-style design inspired by his 2015 livery.
- The product page lists 1.2-1.3 mm milled cowhide, YKK zippers, a polyester mesh lining and removable shoulder, elbow and spine protectors.
- EN 17092 classes motorcycle clothing by abrasion and impact performance, and EN 1621-1 defines Level 1 and Level 2 for joint armour.
- Check what is actually fitted: armour, lining and closures decide how the jacket works on the road.
The Suzuki Season Behind the Design
Viñales stepped up to MotoGP in 2015 with Suzuki, which was returning to the premier class. He finished the year as Rookie of the Year and then took his first MotoGP win at the 2016 British Grand Prix, Suzuki’s first victory since 2007, before joining the factory Yamaha team for 2017, according to the Maverick Viñales biography.
The jacket takes its blue and white Suzuki colours from that 2015 season. It is a replica-style jacket made by Leather Collection and inspired by his race gear, not equipment issued by the team. Riders who like the look of his era can also browse the for other race-inspired designs.
Construction Details on the Product Page
The product page lists the following for the jacket:
- Leather: 1.2-1.3 mm drum-dyed milled cowhide, hand-stitched and made to order.
- Reinforcement: stretch Cordura reinforcement panels in high-flex areas of the sleeves.
- Hardware: YKK semi auto-lock zippers.
- Armour: removable CE Level 2 armour (EN 1621-1:2012) at the shoulders and elbows, plus a removable spine protector.
- Fit: pre-curved sleeves that follow a riding posture.
- Lining: polyester mesh with one internal chest pocket.
Pre-curved sleeves matter because a straight sleeve rides up and pulls the cuff back from the glove when the arms reach the bars. Mesh lining helps air move through the jacket, though a leather jacket remains a warm layer in summer heat.
How Jacket Protection Is Classified
Motorcycle clothing is covered by EN 17092, which the SATRA summary of EN 17092 describes. SATRA describes classes AAA, AA and A as the garment classes that require impact protectors, with the protectors depending on the class and the garment type (a jacket carries the upper-body protectors, pants the knee and hip ones), while classes B and C are lower classes. The standard refers to EN 1621 for the protectors themselves.
EN 1621-1 covers armour for joints such as shoulders and elbows and defines two levels, with Level 2 transmitting less impact force than Level 1. A jacket that lists Level 2 armour is describing the protectors, not giving the whole garment an EN 17092 class, so the label on the jacket and the information supplied with it are what show the class.
Everyday Riding and Comfort
A race-inspired jacket suits riders who spend time in a sporty riding position. Adjustable closures, a fit that allows the armour to sit over the joints, and a lining that suits the local climate matter more than styling. Armour that shifts away from the shoulder or elbow cannot do its job, so the fit should be checked in a riding position and not only standing up.
Completing the Kit
Riders matching the jacket with the same era of gear can add in a Suzuki-styled design or look through for suits and boots. Riders who prefer a different Suzuki-inspired race jacket can also consider the .
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Maverick Viñales riding for in 2015?
Maverick Viñales rode for Team Suzuki Ecstar in 2015, his first MotoGP season, which also marked Suzuki’s return to the premier class. He won the Rookie of the Year title that year, and moved to the factory Yamaha team for the 2017 season after two years with Suzuki.
What does CE Level 2 armour mean?
CE Level 2 refers to the higher of the two performance levels in EN 1621-1, the European standard for limb joint impact protectors such as shoulder and elbow armour. Level 2 armour transmits less impact force to the body than Level 1 in the standard test. Always check that the armour is correctly positioned over the joint.
What is EN 17092?
EN 17092 is the European standard for motorcycle protective clothing. It classes garments as AAA, AA, A, B or C according to abrasion and impact performance and the protectors fitted. The class marked on a jacket shows what it was tested for, which a styling description cannot replace.
Is a replica-style jacket the same as team-issued gear?
No. A replica-style jacket takes inspiration from a rider’s livery and is made by the retailer. It is not equipment issued by the team or the rider. Its protection should be judged by what is fitted and marked on the garment, not by the racing association.
Written by the Leather Collection Editorial Team.
