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Motocross Body Armor

Your chest and back take the worst of any frontal or rear impact, and roost from the rider in front of you is relentless. Motocross body armour — also called a chest protector, roost guard, or pressure suit — spreads that impact load across hard plates, absorbs the energy in foam, and lets the rest pass around your ribs and spine. For trail riders it's optional. For anyone racing, riding in a pack, or just gettting started on jumps and bigger features, it's not. What we stock This category covers the full spectrum: roost deflectors (lightweight chest plates that stop bark and gravel), full chest-and-back protectors with shoulder coverage, pressure suits with built-in arm protection and kidney belts, and CE-certified body armour with Level 1 or Level 2 impact ratings. Many models work either as standalone gear or worn under your jersey for an invisible profile. How to choose body armour Three factors to weigh. Coverage: a roost deflector protects against debris but does little in a real crash; a full pressure suit covers chest, back, shoulders and elbows. Certification level: CE Level 1 is the minimum for serious riding, CE Level 2 absorbs nearly twice the energy. Ventilation: solid plates that don't breathe will cook you in summer — look for perforated foam or mesh panels in the contact zones. Fit matters: armour that's too loose moves on impact and exposes ribs; too tight and you can't breathe deeply when you need to. Strap it on over a thin base layer, raise your arms overhead — the chest plate shouldn't ride up off your collarbones. Wear it under or over your jersey based on the heat and the look you're going for. Browse the full body armour range above — every model selected for proven impact performance and real ride-day comfort.
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Frequently asked questions about Body Armors

Do I wear body armour over or under my jersey?

Either works — it is a preference. Over the jersey is faster to put on, shows the armour graphics, and lets it breathe more. Under the jersey looks cleaner, keeps mud off the armour, and is what most pro MX riders do. If you wear it under, size your jersey up by one to accommodate the bulk.

What CE rating do I need on body armour?

CE EN 1621-3 for chest protectors and CE EN 1621-2 for back protectors are the relevant standards. Level 1 is the minimum for serious riding; Level 2 absorbs about twice as much energy. For racing or any riding that involves jumps and pack starts, prefer Level 2.

Are roost guards enough, or do I need full body armour?

Roost guards (thin chest plates) only protect against debris from other riders — they do little in a real crash. Full body armour with a back protector, shoulder cups and integrated rib coverage is what you want for racing or aggressive trail riding. If you train and ride alone, a roost guard plus a separate back protector is a reasonable middle ground.

Can I wash motocross body armour?

The fabric and foam liner usually unsnap from the rigid plates — hand-wash them in cold soapy water and air-dry. Wipe the plastic plates with a damp cloth. Never put body armour in a washing machine or tumble dryer; the heat warps the plastic and breaks down the impact foam.

Do I need a back protector for casual trail riding?

Strongly recommended. Spinal injuries are the worst outcome of any motorcycle crash and a CE-certified back protector adds significant protection for a small weight penalty. Even a thin slip-in back insert in a regular jersey is hugely better than nothing — many MX jerseys have a built-in pocket for one.

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