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1. Combined knee and shin protection in a single guard covers both the knee impact zone and the shin — the area most commonly struck by foot peg, rock, or debris impact in MX riding — without requiring separate protectors
2. Flexion channel through the shell allows the knee section to bend naturally with the joint, maintaining freedom of movement during active riding positions
3. Thermoformed shin padding provides additional comfort over the shin in the extended coverage area, reducing the hard-against-bone feel that unpadded shin guards can create during extended riding
1. Combined knee/shin coverage adds length and bulk compared to standalone knee guards, which can affect fit under tight-cut riding pants
2. At £84.99, this is more than double the price of the standalone Bionic Plus Knee Protectors, though the additional shin coverage justifies the uplift for riders who want combined protection
3. Strap closure on a longer combined guard requires more careful fitting than a knee-only option to ensure both the knee and shin elements are correctly positioned
Knee-only protection covers the primary impact zone for motorcycle riding, but MX and off-road riding creates regular exposure to the shin as well: foot peg strikes, rock flicks from the front tyre, and direct impacts on rough terrain all pose a genuine risk to the lower leg. The Alpinestars Bionic Plus Knee/Shin Protectors address both zones in a single guard, providing CE Level 1 certified coverage from the knee through the shin without the complexity of combining separate knee and shin protectors.
The knee section carries the same specification as the Bionic Plus Knee Protector: CE Level 1 certified protection, ergonomically profiled for an optimised fit, with an asymmetric and lightweight panel construction that provides extended protection coverage and reduces rotation tendency. The flexion channel through the shell enables the guard to bend with the knee during the natural riding motion rather than imposing resistance on the joint during flexion.
The dual strap closure system positions the top strap above the knee and the lower strap ergonomically below, securing the guard with a two-point retention system that keeps it centred on the joint throughout the riding position range. Vented panels and 3D mesh material in the contact area provide heat management and tactile comfort against the skin during extended wearing.
The shin extension adds thermoformed shin padding that provides protective structure and comfort over the tibia, protecting against the direct impacts on this high-exposure area. The thermoformed padding absorbs and distributes impact energy against the shin while maintaining the overall lightweight profile of the combined guard.
The Bionic Plus Knee/Shin Protectors are for MX, enduro, and off-road riders who want combined knee and shin protection in a single guard and who ride in environments where shin exposure is a genuine risk factor. They’re particularly relevant for riders who regularly encounter foot peg strikes, tyre roost to the lower leg, or rocky terrain that creates frequent contact with the shin zone, and who don’t want to manage separate knee and shin protectors to cover both areas.
– CE Level 1: EN 1621-1:2012 Level 1 (knee/shin combined)
– Flexion channel through knee shell for natural joint bending
– Dual strap closure: top strap above knee, lower strap positioned ergonomically
– Asymmetric and lightweight ergonomic panel construction
– Thermoformed shin padding for additional shin protection and comfort
– Vented panels and 3D mesh for heat management and tactile comfort
– Extended coverage knee/shin combined guard format
The Bionic Plus Knee/Shin Protectors at £84.99 are a practical combined protection solution for riders who want CE Level 1 knee and shin coverage in a single well-specified guard.
The Bionic Plus Knee/Shin Protectors combine CE Level 1 knee and shin protection in a single guard that justifies the combined investment with thermoformed shin padding, a flexion channel shell, and dual-strap security. At £84.99, they’re the right choice for MX and off-road riders who want knee and shin coverage without managing two separate protectors.
1. Combined knee and shin protection in a single guard covers both the knee impact zone and the shin — the area most commonly struck by foot peg, rock, or debris impact in MX riding — without requiring separate protectors
2. Flexion channel through the shell allows the knee section to bend naturally with the joint, maintaining freedom of movement during active riding positions
3. Thermoformed shin padding provides additional comfort over the shin in the extended coverage area, reducing the hard-against-bone feel that unpadded shin guards can create during extended riding
1. Combined knee/shin coverage adds length and bulk compared to standalone knee guards, which can affect fit under tight-cut riding pants
2. At £84.99, this is more than double the price of the standalone Bionic Plus Knee Protectors, though the additional shin coverage justifies the uplift for riders who want combined protection
3. Strap closure on a longer combined guard requires more careful fitting than a knee-only option to ensure both the knee and shin elements are correctly positioned
