Elbow Guards

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Elbow guards are your first line of defence against impact and abrasion in a crash. Shark Leathers stocks CE-certified elbow protection from Leatt, Armanox, Shot, Macna, Thor and Motodry, spanning soft strap-on guards and hard-shell armour for road, off-road and cafe-racer riders alike. How to Choose Elbow Guards CE certification is the baseline you should never compromise on. Elbow armour is tested to EN 1621-1, with two performance grades that tell you exactly how much impact force reaches your joint. Rating Max Transmitted Force Best For CE Level 1 Up to 35 kN average Lighter road riding, lower bulk CE Level 2 Up to 20 kN average Off-road, track, maximum protection Level 2 armour transmits roughly 43% less force than Level 1, so it is the smarter pick for aggressive off-road and high-speed use. Armanox offers both Level 1 and Level 2 Type A and Type B options, while Macna R.I.S.C. armour ships as Level 2 in a 2-per-pack format. Type A vs Type B Coverage Type A guards cover a smaller zone for low-profile fit, while Type B covers a larger area for broader impact spread. Both meet the same EN 1621-1 thresholds, holding the 50 kN single-impact and 35 kN average limits for Level 1. For multi-joint protection, several Armanox sets bundle elbow, knee, shoulder and hip coverage in one pack. Fit and Retention Armour only works if it stays put. Look for adjustable strap retention and a contoured shell that tracks the joint through 90 degrees of bend, with at least 20 mm of foam backing for repeat-impact comfort. Strap-on guards from Leatt, Shot and Thor suit jerseys and off-road kit, while Motodry insert armour like the Clubman EVO drops straight into compatible jacket pockets for a clean cafe-racer look. Related: All Armour · Knee Guards · Chest Protectors · MX Jerseys · Motorcycle Jacket Materials & AAA Ratings Frequently asked questions What is the difference between CE Level 1 and Level 2 elbow guards? Both are tested to EN 1621-1, but Level 2 transmits no more tha