Vanguard Rift 2 Piece Motorcycle Leather Suit

The Vanguard Rift 2 Piece Motorcycle Leather Suit is a full race-specification leather suit in two piece configuration, built from full-grain cowhide with CE Level 2 armour at every protected position.

The jacket and trousers join with a full 360-degree connecting zip that runs the whole way around the waist, which is what most circuits require of a two piece. Cut to your own measurements, with a race fit that holds the armour over the joint it protects.

Outer Shell

• Full-grain cowhide leather, 1.3–1.4 mm, for high abrasion resistance — kangaroo 0.8–0.9 mm available as an upgrade
• Design reproduced in leather patchwork, cut and stitched from coloured hide so it cannot crack, peel or fade like print
• Pre-curved sleeves and legs with race-fit ergonomic panelling
• Triple safety stitching throughout with high-strength bonded nylon thread
• Original YKK zippers at the front, sleeve cuffs and ankles
• Kevlar stretch panels at the crotch, behind the calves and under the sleeves
• Accordion leather stretch across the lower back and above the knees for a forward racing crouch
• Reinforced leather at the shoulders, elbows, forearms, hips, knees and lower legs
• External CE certified protectors over the shoulders, elbows and knees
• Removable external knee sliders with hook-and-loop attachment

Inner Shell

• Removable CE Level 2 shoulder, elbow and knee armour certified to EN 1621-1:2012
• Dedicated back protector compartment with a removable CE Level 2 protector certified to EN 1621-2:2014
• Breathable 100% polyester mesh lining for airflow and moisture management
• Two internal pockets
• Fully safety stitched interior
• Removable internal lining available as an optional upgrade

Armour Specification

Armour is KeepTech, independently tested and certified by Ricotest, European Notified Body No. 0498, Pastrengo, Italy, under EU Regulation 2016/425 as Category II PPE, CE and UKCA marked. Level 2 transmits about 20 kN in the standard impact test against roughly 35 kN for Level 1. The armour is independently CE certified; the leather shell is not certified as a garment.

Specification Options

• Leather: full-grain cowhide, kangaroo or Monaco hide
• Stretch material: standard Kevlar or Schoeller-Keprotec® upgrade
• Fitting: race, regular or relaxed
• Perforation: none, partial, full or selected panels
• Construction: one piece or two piece with a full 360-degree connecting zip
• Lining: fixed or removable polyester mesh
• Colours: unlimited combinations, any panel
• Logos: leather patchwork or printed
• Personalisation: rider name, race number, team identity or custom text
• Speed hump: none, small, medium or large
• Matching gear: gloves and boots in the same colourway

Size and Fit

Cut to a close, performance-focused racing fit. Send your measurements for the tailor-made option at no extra cost, or select a standard size after checking the full chart.

A new suit should feel firm standing upright and correct once you are sitting on the bike. Full-grain leather relaxes and moulds to you over the first few rides. Fit is a safety feature: a loose suit lets armour migrate off the joint it protects during a crash.

Frequently Asked Questions

What armour is fitted?
CE Level 2 at the back to EN 1621-2:2014 and at the shoulders, elbows and knees to EN 1621-1:2012, certified by Ricotest, Notified Body No. 0498, Italy.

Do you ship worldwide?
Yes. Every suit is made to order and shipped worldwide.

Why patchwork instead of printed graphics?
Printed designs sit on the surface and crack along the flex lines at elbows and knees, then fade in sun. Patchwork is dyed hide cut to shape, so the colour is the material.

Can I add a speed hump?
Yes, in small, medium or large, fixed or removable.

Can you reproduce a design from a photograph?
Yes. Send a reference image and the layout, colours and panel design are reproduced in leather patchwork. Artwork is cut and stitched from coloured hide rather than printed, so it lasts the life of the suit.

Does made to measure cost more?
No. Every suit is cut to order, so a made-to-measure fit is the same price and the same production as a standard size.

What measurements do you need?
Chest, waist, hips, neck, shoulder width, sleeve length, torso length, inseam, thigh, plus height and weight. The size guide shows how to take each one.

Care Instructions

• Clean the exterior with a soft, slightly damp cloth
• Use a leather cleaner and conditioner when required
• Do not machine wash, tumble dry or bleach
• Remove internal armour and lining before deep cleaning
• Dry naturally, away from direct sunlight and artificial heat
• Store on a wide hanger in a cool, dry place