One piece suits are the benchmark for track and fast road riding, joining torso and legs into a single leather shell with no waist gap to creep open in a slide. This range spans Shark Leathers, Berik, Difi and Macna in race-cut leather built around a tucked, forward riding position.
BERIK MISANO SUIT BLUE / WHITE / RED
BERIK MUGELLO SUIT BLACK / HI-VIZ / RED
BERIK SICILY SUIT BLACK / GREY / RED
BERIK MUGELLO SUIT BLACK / WHITE
BERIK SICILY SUIT BLACK / PINK
BERIK SICILY SUIT BLACK / HI-VIZ /PINK
BERIK SICILY SUIT BLACK / HI-VIZ
BERIK SICILY SUIT BLACK / ARMY / HI-VIZ
BERIK MUGELLO SUIT BLACK / RED
Difi Suit Imola 1PC Black/White/Yellow
Difi Suit Imola 1PC Black/White/Red
One piece leather is the strongest abrasion package you can wear on a motorcycle. Full-grain cowhide across race suits runs 1.2mm to 1.4mm thick, the depth that lets leather char and resist tearing through a long slide rather than splitting on first contact. Race-cut leather suits sit at the EN 17092 AAA tier, the highest abrasion class in the standard, above AA and A.
| Spec | Track / race riding | Fast road riding |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | 1 piece, zero waist gap | 1 piece or zip-link 2 piece |
| EN 17092 class | AAA abrasion | AAA or AA abrasion |
| Leather thickness | 1.3mm to 1.4mm cowhide | 1.2mm to 1.3mm cowhide |
| Armour standard | CE Level 2 at 4 points | CE Level 1 minimum at 4 points |
| Stretch panels | Accordion at lumbar and knees | Accordion at lumbar |
Fit is the safety feature on a one piece suit. A race suit should feel tight standing up and correct in the tuck, because armour only protects when it sits over the joint. The 4 impact zones (shoulders, elbows, hips, knees) must hold CE armour, and CE Level 2 absorbs more impact energy than CE Level 1 at the same point. Look for accordion stretch across the lower back and behind the knees so the suit moves with a 30 to 45 degree forward lean without pulling tight across the shoulders.
Sizing runs to the rider, not the wardrobe. Most race suits track chest measurement in 4cm steps, and a 2cm error at the chest moves armour off the joint. Perforated leather drops running temperature for summer track days while holding the same 1.3mm slide rating and EN 17092 AAA class. Pair a one piece with full gauntlet gloves and over-the-ankle boots so wrists and ankles are covered to the same standard.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a 1 piece and a 2 piece suit?
A 1 piece suit joins the jacket and pants into one shell with no waist join, so nothing can ride up in a slide. It suits track and fast road work. A 2 piece zips together at the waist and is easier to wear off the bike, but the join is a potential weak point in a crash.
How should a one piece race suit fit?
Tight standing up and correct in the tuck. The suit is cut for a forward riding position, so it can feel restrictive upright. What matters is that the shoulder, elbow, hip and knee armour sits directly over each joint when you are leaned into the bars.
Do these suits come with armour?
Race suits carry CE rated armour at the shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. CE Level 2 absorbs more impact energy than CE Level 1. Check the individual product for its armour level and whether the knee sliders are replaceable.