Chain Guards | Off-road riding, daily commuting | Industry Standard: Steel (2mm thickness) Our Base: Aluminum (3mm ▲) Our Advanced: Aluminum + Coating (4.5mm ▲▲) (ASTM F2217 compliance) | Lightweight (Aluminum reduces weight by 40% vs steel) Enhanced durability with coating (resists UV/chemicals) | Base version may flex under extreme torque (tested at 500N) Advanced adds cost (+$15) |
Mud Flaps | Gravel roads, touring | Industry Standard: Plastic (3mm) Our Base: Reinforced Polypropylene (4mm ▲) Our Advanced: Aluminum (5mm ▲▲) | Improved mud/debris deflection (ISO 14343 certified) Aluminum resists cracking in extreme temps (-30°C to 80°C) | Plastic versions may warp in heat (+$20 for Advanced) Aluminum adds rotational mass |
Engine Guards | Enduro, adventure riding | Industry Standard: Mild Steel (3mm) Our Base: Stainless Steel (4mm ▲) Our Advanced: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP ▲▲) | Stainless prevents rust (ASTM A240) CFRP reduces weight by 60% vs steel | Base lacks impact absorption (rated for 50kg drops) CFRP requires careful installation |
Side Panels | Street bikes, cruiser aesthetics | Industry Standard: ABS Plastic (4mm) Our Base: Textured Aluminum (5mm ▲) Our Advanced: Anodized Aluminum (6mm ▲▲) | ▲ Base: 30% stronger than ABS (ASTM D638) ▲▲ Scratch-resistant finish (meets MIL-A-8625F) | Aluminum may dent in collisions (+$25 for Advanced) Additional wiring complexity |
Skid Plates | Trail riding, off-road racing | Industry Standard: Steel (5mm) Our Base: Aluminum (6mm ▲) Our Advanced: Dual-Layer (Aluminum + HDPE ▲▲) | ▲ 20% lighter than steel (ISO 3833) ▲▲ Hybrid design absorbs 40% more impact energy | Base may corrode in saltwater (+$30 for Advanced) Increased ground clearance needed |
Splash Guards | Urban commuting, wet climates | Industry Standard: Rubber (2mm) Our Base: TPE (3mm ▲) Our Advanced: Silicone + UV Stabilizer (4mm ▲▲) | ▲ 50% less water ingress (IPX4 rated) ▲▲ Retains flexibility at -40°C (ASTM D2137) | Base may degrade in oil exposure (+$10 for Advanced) Installation requires alignment adjustments |