Insertable Protection

Stay Safe and Secure with XLMOTO Motorcycle Elbow Protectors

The technical name for the large bone in the elbow is the humerus or funny bone. Yet there’s nothing to laugh about when this body part hits the ground. If you want to protect this joint from impact damage or slide abrasion, an elbow protector from XLMOTO will help safeguard you from injury. The elbow is a hinge joint and needs to remain flexible while riding. Therefore, suitable motorcycle elbow protectors are articulated and extend down the forearm. This extra length helps protect the forearm. Meanwhile, an articulated section around the elbow allows the protector to move in line with the arm. Due to the amount of flexibility an elbow protector has to deal with, fastening straps should be adjustable or at the least elasticated. Outer layers should be composite, rigid plastic or an abrasion-resistant material. They should also have impact-absorbing foam inside.

More features to look out for include anti-bacterial material or vented sections to prevent heat build-up. Safety stickers are also crucial for personal protection gear. The relevant body armour certification for motorcycle elbow protectors is CE EN1621 Level 1 or 2.