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Motorcycle armour is the impact layer that turns a jacket or pants into real protection. This range covers back, chest, hip, shoulder, elbow and knee armour from Armanox, Leatt, Shot, Thor, Oxford and more, in CE Level 1 and Level 2 ratings to suit road, off-road and cafe racer riders. How to choose motorcycle armour Armour is certified to EN 1621 at one of two levels. CE Level 1 transmits a maximum average of 18 kN of force in lab testing, while CE Level 2 transmits no more than 9 kN, so Level 2 absorbs roughly half the impact energy reaching your body. Back protectors follow EN 1621-2, where Level 1 allows up to 18 kN and Level 2 caps at 9 kN. The garment that holds the armour is rated separately under EN 17092, where AAA is the highest abrasion class, AA suits most road use and A covers urban riding. Armour zone Standard Common rating Elbow / Shoulder EN 1621-1 Level 1 or Level 2 Knee / Hip EN 1621-1 Level 1 or Level 2 Back EN 1621-2 Level 1 or Level 2 Coverage matters as much as level. A Type A back protector covers a smaller area than a Type B, so taller riders often size up. Armanox supplies CE Level 2 inserts for back, hip, shoulder, elbow and knee, plus Type B sets that bundle 4 zones in one kit. Fit is the deciding factor: armour that floats away from the body in a slide does nothing, so check pocket dimensions in mm against your jacket or pants before buying. Off-road and enduro riders lean toward chest and back combinations rated to EN 1621-3 for the torso, while road and cafe racer riders usually start with Level 1 elbow and shoulder inserts and add a Level 2 back protector. Soft viscoelastic foam stays flexible until impact then stiffens, giving 100% coverage with minimal bulk across all 6 body zones. Related: Chest Protectors · Knee Guards · Road Jackets · Motorcycle Jacket Materials & AAA Ratings · Kevlar & EN 17092 Explained Frequently asked questions What is the difference between CE Level 1 and Level 2 armour? Both are tested to EN 1621. CE