I don’t know exactly how many motorcycle-riders are die-hard Star Wars fans, but there must be more than I expected, because UD Replicas is releasing an incredibly authentic-looking Stormtrooper motorcycle suit. Crafted from grade-A cowhide and featuring a huge amount form molded details, at first I thought I was looking at one of the usual plastic costumes you see online. But no, it’s all leather. And if white isn’t your color, a Shadow Trooper variant is also available. Only downside? The helmet is only a prop. Sorry, no Star Wars motorcycle helmets yet!
The suits will be out in the 2nd quarter of 2012 (aka somewhere in the ‘April to June’ timeframe), it’s limited to a run of 500, and you need to put a preorder in for one by January 31st. How much is the whole suit going to cost you? $1165 CDN, or about $1145 USD! Better start saving if you want to ride on the Dark Side.
