# Sci-Fi Motorcycle Gear The Stormtrooper Motorcycle Suit is Geek-Chic and Protective By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2013-07-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycle-suit References: [toxel](http://www.toxel.com/inspiration/2013/07/17/stormtrooper-motorcycle-suit/) & [udreplicas](http://udreplicas.com/) This geektastic motorcycle suit was designed to look like a [Stormtrooper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1) suit (from a little sci-fi series called Star Wars). This fantastic suit was designed by the team at UDReplicas. Riding a motorcycle is already pretty badass, but when paired with a Stormtrooper motorcycle suit it's taken to a whole new level. This fantastic safety gear is sure to rev the engines of Star Wars fans everywhere. New [Star Wars merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2) emerges all the time, but this Stormtrooper suit stands out. It fully protects motorcycle enthusiasts, but at the same time it allows them to wear their love of Star Wars on their sleeves. These incredible sci-fi suits are made of leather and integrated body armor. These awesome suits could also double as Halloween costumes, which is a fun bonus. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sci-fi Motorcycle Gear:** The popularity of the Stormtrooper motorcycle suit creates an opportunity for motorcycle gear manufacturers to explore new designs inspired by popular sci-fi franchises. - **Geek-chic Safety Gear:** The Stormtrooper motorcycle suit demonstrates a growing demand for safety gear that not only offers protection but also allows enthusiasts to showcase their pop culture interests. - **Crossover Merchandise:** The popularity of the Stormtrooper motorcycle suit shows a trend of motorcycle enthusiasts seeking crossover merchandise that combines their interests with their hobbies, offering a unique opportunity for innovative product development. ### Who This Affects Most - **Motorcycle Gear Manufacturing:** The popularity of the Stormtrooper motorcycle suit creates a disruptive opportunity for motorcycle gear manufacturers to incorporate aspects of pop culture into their product offerings and explore new designs that better meet the needs and wants of their customers. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** The trend of creating crossover merchandise, like the Stormtrooper motorcycle suit, presents opportunities for pop culture merchandise manufacturers to expand their offerings into new markets and increase revenue streams. - **Halloween Costume Market:** The Stormtrooper motorcycle suit provides disruptive innovation opportunities for Halloween costume manufacturers by creating a dual-purpose product that appeals to both motorcycle enthusiasts and Star Wars fans who are looking for costumes for Halloween or cosplay events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Motorbike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coldstar-art.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Replica Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clone-trooper-phase-ii.md) - [Custom-Built Sci-Fi Series Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumblebee-bike.md) - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akiraducati-superbike.md) - [Futuristic Sci-Fi Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hermes-x30.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Sci-Fi Gaming Chair Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secretlab-star-wars.md) - [Autonomous High-Profile Combat Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycle-drone.md)