# Sci-Fi Biker Ensembles The Stormtrooper Motorcycle Suit Keeps Riders Safe in Star Wars Style By Meghan Young | Published 2011-12-10 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormtrooper-motorcycle-suit References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5865456/leather-armor-for-stormtroopers-who-prefer-harleys-over-speederbikes) & [udreplicas](http://udreplicas.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=61) A biker's number one concern on a motorcycle should be safety, and that is exactly what the [Stormtrooper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1) Motorcycle Suit ensures. It protects the rider's body head to toe in genuine leather instead of the flimsy plastic parts that are often used to create modern [motorcycle jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armortex-jacket) and pants. Of course, the crowning feature of the Stormtrooper Motorcycle Suit is its [Star Wars-inspired style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-citizen-rebel-starfighter-boxed-set). Created by UD Replicas, the Stormtrooper Motorcycle Suit uses grade-A cowhide leather, which has been molded to look just like the Imperial armor costumes donned in the movies. For diehard Star Wars fans, this suit will definitely seem like it was sent straight from heaven. Available in both black and white, the Stormtrooper Motorcycle Suit would also make a great Halloween costume. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sci-fi-inspired Protective Gear:** Opportunity for manufacturers to create protective gear that combines functionality with popular sci-fi designs. - **Leather Motorcycle Attire:** Opportunity for companies to introduce fashionable and durable leather options as alternatives to plastic motorcycle jackets and pants. - **Pop Culture Halloween Costumes:** Opportunity for costume companies to cater to pop culture fans by designing costumes inspired by popular movies and TV shows. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Motorcycle Gear Manufacturing:** Opportunity for companies in the motorcycle gear manufacturing industry to incorporate sci-fi designs or leather material into their products. - **Fashion Manufacturing:** Opportunity for fashion companies to create motorcycle attire that is both stylish and functional. - **Costume Design and Manufacturing:** Opportunity for costume companies to capitalize on the popularity of pop culture by designing and producing movie-inspired costumes. ## 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) - [Insulated Sci-Fi Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/columbia-x-star-wars-skywalker-pilot-ski-collection.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 Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Stylish Technical Motorcycle Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aether-mulholland-motorcycle-jacket.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akiraducati-superbike.md) - [Winter-Ready Sci-Fi Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-columbia-collection.md)