Cycra

Cycra: Race-Proven Motocross Protection Built in the USA

Cycra has been one of the most respected names in off-road motorcycle protection since its founding in Columbus, Ohio in 1997. What started as a passion project by brothers Glen and Ken Laivins — both avid motocross riders and builders — has grown into a 57,000-square-foot manufacturing powerhouse that controls every step of production under one roof. That end-to-end ownership of the process, from design through CNC machining, injection molding, plastic thermoforming, and painting, is central to why Cycra's parts are held to such a high standard.

Cycra products are trusted not just by weekend trail riders, but by OEM manufacturers and factory race teams. The same engineering and materials that go into professional racing machines are what trickle down to retail customers — a rarity in the powersports industry. Every part is rigorously real-world tested before it ever reaches a consumer, often by the very staff members who ride their own Cycra-equipped bikes on weekends.

Handguards: The Heart of the Cycra Lineup

When riders think of Cycra, handlebar handguards are often the first product that comes to mind. The iconic ProBend closed handguard design — featuring dual-point mounting to both the handlebar end and bar center — is widely regarded as a benchmark in the industry for wrap-around protection. For riders who prefer open coverage, Cycra also offers the Vortex, Primal, Stealth, Cyclone, and MX Race handguard lines, each designed for specific riding styles and levels of protection. Whether you ride enduro, supercross, or trail, there is a Cycra handguard engineered for your discipline.

Body Protection That Goes the Distance

Beyond handguards, Cycra's catalog covers virtually every area of the bike that takes a beating. Skid plates like the Full Armor and Speed Armor series use tough plastic construction that shields the engine and frame from rocks, stumps, and hard impacts without stiffening the chassis. Fenders — including the popular Powerflow series — deliver factory-level fitment for Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Gas Gas, Beta, and more, with innovative designs that complement the bike's cooling and aerodynamics.

Handlebar Accessories for Every Condition

Cycra also offers a curated selection of handlebars and handlebar mitts designed to extend rider comfort and protection, particularly in cold, wet, or muddy conditions. Handlebar mitts pair naturally with Cycra's ProBend handguard systems, creating a closed cockpit that shields hands from wind, rain, and roost on enduro and adventure rides.

Whether you are building a race machine from scratch, refreshing worn plastics on a trail bike, or simply upgrading your protection setup, Cycra's USA-made lineup provides a solution that has been proven at the highest levels of the sport.