PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Motocross Protective Equipment: Fox Body Armour & Guards

Motocross protective equipment covers everything you wear under or over your kit to absorb impacts on the track and trail: chest protectors and roost deflectors, body armour, knee and elbow guards, knee braces, neck braces, kidney belts and protective base layers. This category at Foxracing.si brings these items together for motocross, enduro and off-road riders of all levels, from first-time riders on a 125 to weekend racers and trail riders.

What this category covers

• Chest protectors and roost deflectors - hard-shell front and back plates that deflect roost, rocks and branches, worn over or under the jersey.
• Body armour and protection jackets - full upper-body units combining chest, back, shoulder and elbow coverage in one piece.
• Knee guards and knee braces - soft or hard-shell guards for impact and abrasion, and hinged braces that also limit hyperextension and twisting of the knee.
• Elbow guards - lightweight sleeves or strap-on shells for impact protection on the arms.
• Neck braces - collars that sit on the shoulders and help control extreme helmet movement in a crash.
• Kidney belts and protective base layers - support around the midsection, and compression shirts and shorts with integrated padding worn directly against the skin.

How to choose motocross protection

• Fit first: protection only works where it stays in place. Measure your chest, waist and the circumference above and below the knee, and check each size chart, as sizing differs between guards, braces and base layers.
• Layering: decide whether you want under-jersey armour for a clean look and better ventilation, or over-jersey protection that is quicker to put on and take off.
• Coverage level: a roost deflector handles debris; a full jacket with back and shoulder protection is aimed at harder impacts and racing.
• Certification: look for CE-marked impact protectors - EN 1621-1 for limb protectors and EN 1621-2 for back protectors - if you want a tested level of impact absorption.
• Guard or brace: knee guards are lighter and cheaper; hinged braces are the choice if you want support against ligament injuries or are returning from a knee injury.
• Ventilation and weight: perforated shells, mesh chassis and moisture-wicking liners matter on long, hot motos.
• Compatibility: check that a chest protector works with your neck brace and that knee braces fit inside your boots.

Brands

This category features protective equipment from Fox, including familiar motocross lines such as Titan Sport and Raptor chest protection, Airframe body armour, Titan knee and elbow guards, Launch knee braces and Baseframe protective base layers.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a chest protector for motocross?

Most riders wear one. A chest protector shields you from roost thrown up by other bikes and from impacts with the ground, handlebars and trailside obstacles, and many clubs require upper-body protection for racing.

Knee guards or knee braces - which is better?

Knee guards protect against impacts and abrasion and are light and easy to wear. Knee braces add a hinged frame that limits hyperextension and twisting, so they suit faster riders, racers and anyone with a history of knee injuries.

Should armour be worn under or over the jersey?

Both are used in motocross. Under-jersey armour is slimmer and stays cooler on hot days, while over-jersey protection is usually easier to adjust and offers more visible roost coverage.

How do I find the right size?

Use your body measurements rather than your usual clothing size: chest circumference for protectors and jackets, waist for kidney belts, and thigh and calf measurements for knee braces. Protection should sit snugly without restricting movement.

Can I wash protective gear?

Base layers and soft guards can normally be washed gently and air-dried, while hard shells and braces are best wiped clean with mild soapy water. Always follow the care instructions supplied with the product.

Browse the full range of motocross protective equipment and put together the combination of armour, guards and braces that matches your riding.