Custom race suits are the only way to get leather and Kevlar protection cut to your exact body, not a generic size chart. Shark Leathers builds road and off-road suits to your measurements for adults and kids, so the armour sits where it should and the fit stays locked in at speed.
Shark Leathers Custom Race Suit
Why a made-to-measure race suit beats off-the-rack
A custom suit is the strongest protection a rider can wear because every panel is cut to your measurements. Leather remains the benchmark abrasion material, with cowhide commonly run at 1.2mm to 1.4mm thickness to meet the highest EN 17092 AAA tier. Kevlar aramid fibre adds tear resistance and heat tolerance up to roughly 400C before it chars rather than melts. Both materials are built into the Shark Leathers range below.
| Build | Material | Best for | Abrasion tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leather one-piece | 1.2mm to 1.4mm cowhide | Road and track | EN 17092 AAA |
| Kevlar adult | Aramid blend | Off-road and road | EN 17092 AA |
| Kevlar kids | Aramid blend | Off-road and road | EN 17092 AA |
Get the armour and fit right
Correct fit decides whether armour does its job. CE Level 2 armour absorbs more impact energy than CE Level 1, with a maximum transmitted force of 9 kN versus 18 kN under test. A made-to-measure suit keeps shoulder, elbow and knee armour seated over the joint instead of sliding 20mm to 40mm out of place. Order to your chest, sleeve, inseam and height measurements rather than a generic S to XXL grade. Pair your suit with full gauntlet protection from our Leather Gloves and ankle support from Road Boots. For the abrasion science behind these numbers, read the Motorcycle Jacket Materials & AAA Ratings guide.
Frequently asked questions
How is a Shark Leathers custom race suit made to fit me?
Each suit is built to your own measurements rather than a generic size grade. You supply chest, sleeve, inseam and height figures, and the leather or Kevlar panels are cut so the armour sits over your shoulders, elbows and knees instead of shifting out of place at speed.
Can I get a custom race suit in Kevlar instead of leather?
Yes. Shark Leathers builds custom suits in both leather and Kevlar aramid fibre. Leather suits use 1.2mm to 1.4mm cowhide for road and track abrasion resistance, while Kevlar suits suit road and off-road riders who want tear resistance and heat tolerance up to roughly 400C.
Do you make custom race suits for kids?
Yes. The range includes a Custom Kevlar Kids Race Suit built to a young rider's measurements, alongside adult leather and Kevlar options, so the fit and armour placement stay correct as the rider grows.