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Standalone armor means separate protectors: strap-on guards over regular pants, or inserts for pockets in jackets and riding pants. BigBike stocks D3O, Hevik, Komine, LS2 and RS Taichi. Pocket shape and joint placement matter more than the size label does.
| Type | Strengths | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Strap-on knee guard | Straps over pants | Some designs cover only the knee |
| Back protector for jackets | Swaps in through the back zipper | Must match the jacket pocket size |
| Hip protector for pants | Hooks onto hip panels | Not for RS Taichi leather pants |
| Elbow, shoulder and back set | Sold by piece or as a set | Needs jacket armor pockets |
Standalone armor is sold separately rather than fitted inside a jacket or riding pants. Pocket inserts go into the garment you already own, while strap-on pieces sit over everyday clothing. It is not a universal-fit system. Brands cut pockets differently, so the body position alone does not confirm a match.
Yes. Komine SK-684 uses a hinged shell over the knee and shin, and its sections slide as the leg bends. Hevik ranges from a compact knee shell to a hinged design reaching part of the shin. The Komine label checked in-store reads CE Level 2. Set each hook-and-loop strap snugly. Recheck after setting off: too tight causes numbness, too loose lets the guard slip.
RS Taichi RSJ351 and LS2 Breeze have chest protector pockets but include no protector, while LS2 Airy includes a CE Level 1 chest protector. D3O sells shoulder, elbow and back pieces by piece or as a set for jacket pockets. The LS2 back protector swaps in through the back zipper. Product pages list D3O as EN 1621-1:2012 Level 1, Type A, and LS2 as EN 1621-2:2014 Level 2.
No. Brands cut armor pockets to their own dimensions. Measure the pocket length and width, send BigBike a photo, or bring the jacket in, especially one bought overseas. RS Taichi TRV086 hip protector hooks onto the hip panels and does not fit RS Taichi leather pants. The product page lists it as CE Level 1.
CE Level 2 transmits less force than CE Level 1, but is usually thicker and stiffer. A Level 2 protector sitting away from the joint is a worse choice than Level 1 centered correctly. Bend the joint and check it stays put. Protectors reduce injury but do not remove risk, and speed and riding choices still matter most.
BigBike applies a 12-month warranty on the stitching for Komine, RS Taichi and Hevik protectors sold here, not on the whole item. D3O and LS2 terms follow the exact item, so ask at purchase. Armor that has taken a crash should be retired, as it no longer protects. Contact BigBike for a warranty claim. The other brands' labels appear in the answers above. Hevik product pages do not state a standard, so inspect the label in-store.
BigBike has operated since 2014 at 79/30/52 Au Co, Hoa Binh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. Staff fit protectors into the jacket you bring, strap on a knee guard, and check movement while bending. They check CE markings and the box.
Standalone armor means separate protectors: strap-on guards over regular pants, or inserts for pockets in jackets and riding pants. BigBike stocks D3O, Hevik, Komine, LS2 and RS Taichi. Pocket shape and joint placement matter more than the size label does.
| Type | Strengths | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Strap-on knee guard | Straps over pants | Some designs cover only the knee |
| Back protector for jackets | Swaps in through the back zipper | Must match the jacket pocket size |
| Hip protector for pants | Hooks onto hip panels | Not for RS Taichi leather pants |
| Elbow, shoulder and back set | Sold by piece or as a set | Needs jacket armor pockets |
Standalone armor is sold separately rather than fitted inside a jacket or riding pants. Pocket inserts go into the garment you already own, while strap-on pieces sit over everyday clothing. It is not a universal-fit system. Brands cut pockets differently, so the body position alone does not confirm a match.
Yes. Komine SK-684 uses a hinged shell over the knee and shin, and its sections slide as the leg bends. Hevik ranges from a compact knee shell to a hinged design reaching part of the shin. The Komine label checked in-store reads CE Level 2. Set each hook-and-loop strap snugly. Recheck after setting off: too tight causes numbness, too loose lets the guard slip.
RS Taichi RSJ351 and LS2 Breeze have chest protector pockets but include no protector, while LS2 Airy includes a CE Level 1 chest protector. D3O sells shoulder, elbow and back pieces by piece or as a set for jacket pockets. The LS2 back protector swaps in through the back zipper. Product pages list D3O as EN 1621-1:2012 Level 1, Type A, and LS2 as EN 1621-2:2014 Level 2.
No. Brands cut armor pockets to their own dimensions. Measure the pocket length and width, send BigBike a photo, or bring the jacket in, especially one bought overseas. RS Taichi TRV086 hip protector hooks onto the hip panels and does not fit RS Taichi leather pants. The product page lists it as CE Level 1.
CE Level 2 transmits less force than CE Level 1, but is usually thicker and stiffer. A Level 2 protector sitting away from the joint is a worse choice than Level 1 centered correctly. Bend the joint and check it stays put. Protectors reduce injury but do not remove risk, and speed and riding choices still matter most.
BigBike applies a 12-month warranty on the stitching for Komine, RS Taichi and Hevik protectors sold here, not on the whole item. D3O and LS2 terms follow the exact item, so ask at purchase. Armor that has taken a crash should be retired, as it no longer protects. Contact BigBike for a warranty claim. The other brands' labels appear in the answers above. Hevik product pages do not state a standard, so inspect the label in-store.
BigBike has operated since 2014 at 79/30/52 Au Co, Hoa Binh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. Staff fit protectors into the jacket you bring, strap on a knee guard, and check movement while bending. They check CE markings and the box.
