The Chain Guide: A Small Investment for Great Reliability

Discreet but essential, the chain guide protects one of the most heavily stressed points on your bike and helps prevent chain derailments that can stop you dead in your tracks mid-ride. At AXP Racing, we design high-strength chain guides built to last far longer than stock parts.

1. The chain guide: a component under constant strain

Located between the swingarm and the sprocket, the chain guide is under constant friction, vibration, and impact. In enduro, motocross, or on long Adventure rides, this part wears out fast if it isn't reinforced enough. A weakened or broken chain guide can cause the chain to derail, or even lead to more serious damage to the sprocket or swingarm.

2. What makes a good chain guide

To do its job effectively, a high-performance chain guide needs to:

  • Resist wear and repeated friction from the chain
  • Absorb impacts from rough terrain
  • Make maintenance easier, without requiring the chain to be removed every time
  • Fit precisely to your bike's original sprocket

At AXP Racing, our chain guides are machined from a 30mm-thick UHMW polyethylene plate, a material that's both lightweight and extremely resistant to abrasion. Their two-piece design allows for simplified installation, without having to remove the chain.

3. Ride without worrying about your drivetrain's reliability

Whether you're heading to a motocross race, an enduro ride, or a long trip, a reliable chain guide ensures a stable, long-lasting drivetrain. This reduces the risk of a breakdown mid-ride, while extending the life of your chain and sprocket.

4. An AXP Racing chain guide for every bike

At AXP Racing, we offer a wide range of chain guides compatible with most bikes on the market: enduro, motocross, and adventure, all sharing the technical features that set us apart:

  • High-strength UHMW material: a reinforced plastic offering a lifespan far longer than stock chain guides
  • Two-piece structure: simplified installation that avoids removing the chain, saving considerable time when fitting
  • Guaranteed compatibility with the original sprocket: no modifications needed to your drivetrain
  • Featherweight: between 0.4 and 0.6 kg depending on the model, so it doesn't unnecessarily add weight to your bike

Whether you ride a Ducati Desmo450 MX, a KTM 390 Adventure R, a Kove 450 Rally, or a Sherco, find the chain guide built for your model on our online store.

The chain guide: a small detail that changes everything

Like the engine skid plate and radiator guard, the chain guide is essential gear for any rider looking to keep their bike reliable. Inexpensive compared to the cost of a drivetrain repair, it gives you mechanical peace of mind on every ride.

Discover our full range of chain guides, engine skid plates, and radiator guards at AXP Racing, and ride protected, wherever you go.