To ride the range on a dirt bike, your machine is going to need plenty of protection. This may include everything from canister shields, carburetor shields and radiator protectors to frame guards, skid plates and engine guards. These and other protective bike equipment are essential when you are involved in motocross. They don't call them dirt bikes for nothing. If you want your bike, and your enjoyment of it to last for a long time, do the right thing in taking care of it and keeping it in shape for years.
What to Look for
Air box and canister shields offer the latest in thermal tuning technology, providing heat shields for a simple and inexpensive way to increase horsepower. The shields lower the amount of heat that enters the air box and rear shock canisters through shielding. By cooling the air, fuel can generate more horsepower. Carburetor shields obviously keep the carburetor cooler. This brings about cooler fuel that will generate more horsepower in the engine. Air scoops keep the radiator cooler to minimize the wear and tear on the engine. Once again, it is essential you keep the equipment inside your engine as clean and cool as possible during your rides through the dirt and rough terrain. Lightweight, durable frame guards will keep the metal protected from contact with your boots. Many riders get grip guards that provide even more protection from the traction. Glide plates and skid plates protect your engine from the rocks that might hit it during a grueling race and just recreational travels. The plates are worth the cost, considering potential damage to the bike's engine if not protected.
Other protective devices you should consider include engine guards, case savers, water pump covers, accelerator pump covers, clutch covers, chain guide covers, front and rear disc guards, header protectors, heat and roost guards, ignition covers and chain guards. It may seem like a lot, but it is a good idea to keep track as you being your dirt bike hobby.
Remember, these equipment protectors seal your engine and bike from dirt and moisture during any kind of weather to provide you with a bike that lasts a long time.
Common Pitfalls
When choosing the shields to protect your bike and its parts, make sure you get the products that are recommended by the top race testers for off-road biking. Ask the store representative who is knowledgeable about parts and can advise you on the best protective equipment to get for your bike.
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