Discover Evotech Parts: Protective Motorcycle Guards
Evotech have a guard for that!
Head to any motorcycle rider forum and the chat is always the same: is a motorcycle guard worth bothering with? Some say yes, view it as cheap insurance. Some say no, they add weight and reduce airflow. But those who know, mainly from the lived experience of a broken-down motorcycle when they hadn’t fitted a guard, will quickly tell you, ‘Get one fitted!’
Simply put, motorcycle guards protect your motorcycle from damage whilst riding. Whether racing at speed, cruising the city or heading off-road, other road users kicking up chips or just the collected detritus on the road itself can be a danger to your motorcycle. Even racetracks aren’t perfect, with flying debris heading at speed towards your motorcycle. If where it lands is protected by an aftermarket guard, you will most probably head on your way without noticing. If this missile contacts a crucial radiator, sump, headlight, oil cooler, rectifier, or any other vulnerable area, expensive damage could occur. Even more worrying than the cost, damaged parts could cause breakdowns or incidents. As many of the supporters of protective motorcycle parts, clearly say: adding guards is like insurance. You never know you need it until you do.
Here at Evotech Performance, we craft a range of motorcycle guards, living by the mantra that motorcycles and their riders deserve the best quality parts. Designed and manufactured at the Evotech headquarters in Lincolnshire, UK, each part is devised with the bike sat in front of us, only releasing parts for sale when we can guarantee fitment. As riders ourselves, on the track, on the road and in the dirt, we know the pain of a holed radiator or cracked sump.
For any motorcycle part to be truly effective, three vital areas need to be fulfilled: accurate, custom design; precision manufacturing; and strong, reliable materials. That’s why each of Evotech’s UK-made guards is perfected by our highly experienced design team, crafted on our state-of-the-art production machinery using the ideal choice from aluminium and steel supplied by our trusted local suppliers. And when it comes to motorcycle guards, the choice and quality of material truly matters. Evotech’s time-served metal specialists know exactly which grade of aluminium or steel is needed to ensure the guard remains strong at the precise moment it is put to the test by flying road debris.
Trusted by Racers
💡 Did you know
It’s not just Evotech employees who will extoll the virtues of the Evotech Guards. We supply radiator guards to the many Evotech Performance supported race teams across British Superbike and World Supersport paddocks, as well as a variety of international road races.
Peter Hickman could well have been out of the race with a holed radiator but was saved by the Evotech Radiator Guard. Click to find out what he had to say:
Which guard is right for my bike?
Want to get to know the range of guards produced by Evotech Performance? Use the menu tool to navigate or scroll on to discover what we could offer your motorcycle.
Evotech Guards
Evotech Radiator Guards
The number one ‘go-to’ Evotech motorcycle guard covers the vital radiator. Perfectly positioned to get maximum natural air flow whilst riding, the radiator works continually to maintain the ideal, cool engine temperature. With delicate fins which can be easily damaged, the radiator is in a prone position for damage from road debris. The obvious solution: a Radiator Guard. A hole in the radiator from road debris can lead to leaking coolant, over-heating machinery and, ultimately, a broken motorcycle. Repairs, and even possible replacement, are very expensive and generally not covered by warranty or standard insurance policies in the UK.
Each Evotech Radiator Guard is manufactured from a single sheet of aluminium, machine-punched and bent to a precise design for each motorcycle model. Evotech pioneered the now iconic hexagonal matrix of holes within the guard, allowing for consistent air flow whilst maintaining key structural integrity. Fitting is individual to each radiator guard, ensuring an accurate fit to existing mounting points and never requiring modifications to the motorcycle.
Styling comes with the matt, black powder-coating which brings a sleek and discreet finish. The Evotech Performance logo is added via a shaped plastic badge, with options to further purchase your own style of badge.
Evotech Oil Cooler Guards
Often sitting just below the motorcycle’s radiator is the oil cooler. With a similar role to a radiator, the oil cooler is another key motorcycle part requiring a regular air flow to cool the internal liquids. With bespoke designs for each motorcycle model, the Evotech hexagonal matrix is in play again, with no modifications required to the motorcycle.
Evotech Performance radiator guards and oil cooler guards are often sold in a set, harmonising on the motorcycle to create a full panel of defence from the damage road debris can cause.
Evotech Engine Guards/ Evotech Sump Guards
Fitted in bespoke positions towards the bottom of the motorcycle, engine and sump guards defend against knocks from road debris or off-road natural obstacles. Without the vital need for cooling air flow, the guards range in shape and style, dependent on the requirements of the motorcycle, from a regular hole pattern to one-piece solid designs.
Evotech Rectifier Guards / Evotech Fuel Tank Cover Guard
It isn’t just the front-end motorcycle parts that are in danger of damage from road debris. Often positioned by the rear wheel, the motorcycle rectifier and exposed bottom of the motorcycle fuel tank can require protection. With key roles, controlling the electronics of the motorcycle or storing the essential fuel, each motorcycle part has the potential to break down the motorcycle if damaged. As ever, each design is specific to the motorcycle, with no modifications required.
''Nice fit, looks good, great protection. Easy to overlook, but the rectifier is in a very vulnerable position on the bike. This guard not only looks great but will for sure protect the important part that it covers. ''
Don’t forget: Headlight/Spotlight Guards
Lighting the way on night-time or weather-stricken rides, the motorcycle headlight is also prone to damage from road debris. Here, the delicate balance of the size of Evotech’s hexagonal matrix allows the lights to still shine brightly whilst protecting from damage. With a range of guards machined from stainless steel or aluminium, the Evotech guards defend against impact by large debris. Evotech Headlight Guards fit to existing mounting points, easily removed for cleaning, with all necessary fasteners and cushioning rubber bungs included in the kit.
How do I know I am buying a genuine Evotech Guard?
With so many types of protective motorcycle guards on the global market, from OEM to aftermarket specialists, choosing the right one for your motorcycle can be a minefield. Before you hit ‘buy’, ask yourself:
- Is this a universal part or specific to motorcycle model?
- Will I be able to fit it?
- What’s in the kit? Does it come with everything that is needed?
- What is it made of? Will the material work well under pressure?
- Do I trust this seller?
If the answer is no, we recommend you check the reviews or forum opinions before making any purchases. If you are looking to buy a genuine Evotech Performance motorcycle guard, purchase is easiest from the Evotech website or one of our worldwide trusted dealers. We have an up-to-date list on our website – click the button to find an Evotech dealer in your country.
