Motorcycle body armour covers impact protectors for the back, chest, shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, together with armoured shirts, protector vests, separate off-road guards and motorcycle airbag systems. This broad Moto Central collection brings all of those formats together, so the first step is to identify the body area and the garment or supporting system the protector must work with.
With hundreds of products from specialist motorcycle brands, Moto Central makes it possible to compare flexible inserts, strapped protection and complete upper-body systems in one catalogue. Certification, coverage and compatibility remain product-specific, so use the exact listing and the instructions supplied with your clothing.
Choose the protector category first
Garment inserts
Shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, chest and back inserts fit designated pockets. Shape, size and attachment method matter, even when two products carry the same brand name.
Standalone protection
Strapped back protectors, knee guards, chest guards and armour shirts use their own retention system. Check stability, coverage and the space available beneath or above your clothing.
Airbag systems
Electronic or mechanically activated airbags require system-specific fitting, setup, compatible garments and post-deployment procedures. Inflators and canisters are replacement parts, not complete airbags.
Understand the certification on the product
Motorcycle limb armour is assessed under EN 1621-1, back protectors under EN 1621-2 and chest protectors under EN 1621-3. Inflatable protectors have their own EN 1621-4 standard. Level 1 and Level 2 are performance levels within the relevant protector standard, with Level 2 subject to more demanding transmitted-force limits.
Protector and garment approval are different: an armour insert can be tested under EN 1621 while the jacket, trousers or suit is assessed separately as a complete garment. Do not use an armour label to infer the abrasion or seam performance of the clothing around it.
Fit determines where protection stays
A protector should cover the intended area and remain there while you move into a riding position. Loose pockets, the wrong insert shape or poorly adjusted straps can allow armour to sit away from the joint. Check movement at the bars, seat and foot controls, and make sure there is no numbness, pinching or sharp edge.
- Use the garment manufacturer's approved size and protector reference where one is specified.
- Confirm whether the item is sold singly, as a pair or as part of a multi-piece kit.
- Check adult, ladies' and youth sizing rather than assuming one protector fits every rider.
- Do not trim, drill, fold or otherwise modify armour unless its maker expressly permits it.
Road, track and off-road systems differ
Road clothing commonly holds low-profile inserts inside a jacket, jeans or trousers. Track equipment may use close-fitting full-coverage protectors or an airbag-compatible suit. Off-road armour often uses sleeves, straps, shells or complete torso structures designed to remain secure during greater body movement. Choose around the discipline, then verify the individual approval and intended use.
Inspection and replacement
Remove protectors only as the garment instructions describe. Check for cracks, permanent deformation, damaged straps, torn pockets or changes caused by heat, chemicals or age. After an impact, follow the manufacturer's inspection and replacement guidance even if damage is not obvious. Care instructions vary by material, and armour should not automatically be machine washed with the garment.
Customer questions
Will any protector fit my jacket?
No. Pocket dimensions, attachment points and approved references vary. Match the protector to the exact garment instructions.
Is Level 2 always bulkier?
Not necessarily. Thickness, flexibility and ventilation vary by design. Compare the certified level and physical dimensions of the specific product.
Does body armour replace protective clothing?
No. Impact protection and the abrasion, seam and restraint performance of the surrounding garment are separate parts of a riding kit.
Narrow the range to back protectors, chest protectors, elbow protectors, knee protectors or motorcycle airbag clothing.
