knox catalogue
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Specialising in the design and manufacture of impact protection since the 1980’s, Knox aim to be the best. Protection is their only focus and this makes us different to our competitors. This translates into the most comprehensive range of award winning technical back protectors, safety shirts and impact shorts on the market. Knox make back protectors to fit almost anyone, from a child under 10 years to women and men of every shape and height. Whether you ride a motorcycle on road or dirt, a mountainbike or a horse, even for skiing and snowboarding, Knox ensure that every customer is correctly fitted.TRANSCRIPT
Protection SystemsWorld Leaders inBody Protection Systems
Planet Knox Ltd.Unit 5, Derwent Mills, Wakefield Road,Cockermouth, Cumbria CA13 0HT.Telephone ++44 (0)1900-825825Fax: ++44 (0)1900 824824e-mail: [email protected]
World Leaders inBody Protection Systems
25 years of race inspired body protectionWith over 25 years of race
inspired development, Knox
leads the field in body
protection systems.
Its founders were the first
to develop and market back
protectors in 1981. Today Knox
offers you a diverse range of
specialist equipment specifically
designed to meet and exceed
the very toughest of today’s
impact performance standards.
25 Years of race inspired body protection
With over 25 years
of race inspired
development,
Knox now leads
the field in body
protection systems.
The real deal
Left: Roger Marshall andWayne Gardner discoveringanother use for one of ourfirst back protectors inthe early 1980’s.
Yukio Kagayama
Gregorio Lavilla
James Ellison
John Reynolds
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At Knox we innovate, design and
manufacture our own products,
in the UK.
We don’t just copy others.
That’s why our products
are different!
Our products are engineered by
a team that is passionate about
producing the most effective
protection on the market.
This constant development and
drive to improve our products,
using only the best materials
available, means that every
year the bar is raised.
TheTechnica
lBrand
Concept and graphic design
Early fibreglass body mould
Moulded in our UK factory Designed in our UK factory Handmade in the UK
Prototype mould making Page
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Breathing (C1-C4) andhead and neck movement (C2)
Heart rate (C4-C6)and shoulder movement (C2)
Wrist and elbowmovement (C5)
Hand and fingermovement (C7-T1)
Sympathetic tone (T1-T12)(including temperatureregulation) and trunk
stability (T2-T12)
Ejaculation (T11-L2)and hip motion (L2)
Knee extension (L3)
Foot motion (L4-S1)and knee flexion (L5)
CervicalDivision
ThoracicDivision
LumbarDivision
FUNCTIONS AFFECTEDby the Spinal cord
SacralDivisionSexual function (S2-S4)
and bowel andbladder activity (S2-S3)
C1C2C3C4C5C6C7C8T1T2T3
T4
T5
T6
T7
T8
T9
T10
S6S5S4S3S2S1
L5
L4L3L2
L1
T11
T12
At Knox we don’t pretend to
good at everything but we are
specialists and innovators of
protection. Our products are not
gimmicks; they are designed,
developed and engineered by a
team who have been making
protection for 25 years.
Knox products offer the best in
performance and maximum
coverage using only high quality
materials. Many of our products
are still hand made in the UK.
At Knox our philosophy is to
build products that are genuinely
certified to the highest standards
that allow total flexibility and
movement on the bike. That’s
why top MotoGP, WSB and BSB
racers choose to wear Knox
year after year.
Whether you ride for fun or as a
professional, choose Knox and
you’ll have the best protection on
the market... every item exceeds
European Standards and is made
with care, using the highest
quality materials
At the core of Knox protection is
a naturally strong hexagonal
honeycomb. It gives
advanced impact
protection and
is lightweight
and breathable.
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You only have one spine so protect it!
It's a publicised fact that most back
protectors in pockets of motorcycle
jackets and suits offer less protection
than a cheese sandwich.
It's also a fact that more than two
bikers a week in the UK end up in a
wheelchair as a result of a
motorcycle accident.
(Source Spinal research)
Wearing a Knox back protector
can significantly reduce he risk
of injury to the back. The chart
adjacent shows the performance
of the Knox back protectors.
This chart shows the impact protection abilities of theKnox back protector range. Every one exceeds therelevant CE impact protection standard... EN1621-2
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Contour
Highest performance and Ultra
light. CE approved to Level 2 of
EN1621-2. Ultra light weight at
only 600g. Engineered and
formed in a 5 layer mould that
follows the contour of the back.
Maximum coverage including
side panels.
2 styles Tour and Race
Tour - 3 sizes, S/L/L+
Race with coccyx - 2 sizes S/L
3 colours - Black, Camo and
Black Retro
Optional chest
protector can be fitted.
Contour Camo Race
Contour Contour Camo
Contour Black Retro
Con
tour
Cross over Z fastener strapsystem and adjustable sidestraps for increased posturesupport (IPS System).
Contour is manufactured ina 5 layer mould that followsthe contour of the back. Contour Race
Contour Black Retro Race
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Tour Race
Ricochet
smallbelt
largebelt
4plate
5plate
6plate
7plate
8plate
9plate
9Race
Ricochet - The back protector to suit
every size. The most comprehensive
size range to fit Men, Women and
Children. Slim design fits neatly under
clothing, even tight race leathers!
Made from Thermoplastic Rubber
to give superior shock absorption -
can withstand repeat impacts.
CE approved to En1621- 2 level 1
7 Sizes as detailed below
2 Sizes of body belt - S/L
Colour - black
Optional chest protector can be fitted. Venturi system shows raisedsections for increased air flow...and pinholes for breathability.
Cross over Z fastener strapsystem and adjustable sidestraps for increased posturesupport (IPS System).
Ricochet body beltssupport and help toprotect the lower back.
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Ricochet 9R
Stow
away Stowaway - rolls up for easy storage.
Award winning Stowaway was
developed with BSB Team Rizla Suzuki.
Suitable for all riders but especially good
for touring as it rolls away into
its own sports bag. The lightest back
protector in the range at only 500g.
CE approved to EN1621- 2 level 1
2 Sizes - S/L Colour - black
Optional chest protector can be fitted.
Breather holes forincreased air flow Pa
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Spacer fabricfor breathability
QR straps that alsocross-over for comfort
Size GuidesBack Protectors,
Torso length (ie neck to waist) is
the correct measurement to use
when selecting your size of back
protector. If you visit a Knox
Dealer, a trained specialist will
measure you correctly.
Alternatively, you can visit our
website, www.planet-knox.com
where you can print out a size
chart for measuring your torso
length.The torso defines the
minimum area of protection as
defined by EU standard EN1621-2.
The torso length istaken from the napeof the neck to thewaist. Choose thenearest “torsolength” on the sizeguide. This will giveyou the ideal size.
Safety Shirts, Gilets and Knox Dry Inside ShirtsSize XS Small Medium Large X Large X Large
Chest size in inches 38 40 42 44 46 48Chest size in cm 96.5 101.5 106.5 112 117 122
Shorts and Knox Dry Inside PantsSize XS Small Medium Large X Large XX LargeWaist size in inches 28 30 32 34 36 38Waist size in cm, 71 76 81 86 91 96.5
Size Range Approximate Torso Length
Contour S 450mmContour L 510mmContour L+ 550mmContour S RACE** 450mmContour L RACE** 510mmRicochet 4 plate 350mmRicochet 5 plate 400mmRicochet 6 plate 450mmRicochet 7 plate 475mmRicochet 8 plate 510mmRicochet 9 plate 525mmRicochet 9 plate RACE** 510mmStowaway S 450mmStowaway L 510mm
Chest Protection See shirt sizes above
Size S XS/SSize L M/L/XL/XXL
**Please note that the Race back protectorsare longer because they have added coccyxprotection.
Gilet Air XIncorporates the Award Winning Stowaway back protector.
This Gilet is made from Cold Killers 3D+ wind proof fabric.
Great for touring and can be easily stored. Stowaway back
and chest protector are CE approved to EN1621- 2 level 1
6 Sizes -XS/XXL Colour - black
Gilets
Gilet Air
Incorporates the Contour back for maximum
performance. Superior strong tear resistant
mesh for breathability. Contour back is CE
approved to EN1621- 2 level 2
Chest - EN1621-2 level 1
6 Sizes -XS/XXL Colour - black
Gilets - the easy way to wear
protection. Knox Gilets have
been designed to give
maximum protection with
minimum effort. It's as simple
as putting on a jacket but with
the added benefit of an integral
back protector and a removable
chest protector. No matter what
the weather there is a Gilet to
suit the conditions.
Gilet - 2 styles for different riding
conditions. The Gilet Air is built
for summer riding and uses mesh
for breathability. The Gilet X Air is
built to keep the wind out and
uses Cold Killers 3D+
Removable and adjustableCE approved chest protectoron both styles Pa
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To choose the correct sizeplease see Page 11
Adjustable side straps on bothstyles for increased posturesupport and fit (IPS system)
Crash protection isn’t new, we’ve
been making it since the mid 80s
when we launched our first off road
range. However most off road riders
still confuse our CE approved impact
protection with traditional hard
plastic harnesses, which are in fact
simple stone deflectors and give
little or no actual crash protection.
Protectan
dSu
rvive! MX riders aren’t superhuman -
they don’t bounce better than
the rest of us, perhaps they are
just simply prepared to put up
with more unnecessary injury
and pain than most other
motorcyclists. But we’re not
here to tell you that you should
wear Knox body armour -
you’re consenting adults after
all. What we want is to inform
you that all that pain and injury
can be reduced if you choose
to wear Knox.
But it’s up to you to
make that choice......
Knox offer a range of protectors
ideally suited for all types of off
road or MX riding; protectors that
have been tested to prove that they
actually absorb energy and reduce
the effects of impact. All Knox
protectors are CE certified to
exceed the toughest EU standards.
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Cross Shirt
Impact protection, not just
a plastic stone shield - this
shirt offers real CE approved
impact protection for the
complete upperbody.
Featuring removable back
and chest protector, and fixed
shoulder and elbow protectors
with neoprene thumb loop to
stop the sleeve riding up.
Chest and back protector CE
approved to EN1621-2 Level 1
Shoulder and elbow protector CE
approved to EN1621-1
Sizes: XS - XXL
Adjustable sidestraps on bothstyles for increasedposture supportand fit(IPS System)
Cross Shorts
Engineered to be used across a wide
range of sporting applications. Made
from breathable Airtex mesh with fly front.
Removable and replaceable CE approved
hip, short thigh and Coccyx protector.
CE approved to EN1621-1 Sizes XS - XXL
Cross guard elbow (L)long length shownSize S and L available
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Rear view to show Award winningStowaway back protector
Featured with Cross ShortsTo choose the correct size please see Page 11
Cross Guards:
Engineered to be used across a wide range
of sporting applications. Made from injected
LDPE with integral honeycomb section for
outstanding protection. Sewn to a mesh
bonded foam with adjustable soft elastic
straps. Short and long lengths available.
Includes mesh carry bag for easy storage
and transport. CE approved to EN1621-1
Colour - black
Cross guard knee (S)short length shownSize S and L available
Cross shorts
Cross shirt front
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Multi Sport Shirt
One shirt - multi combination -
multi purpose - perfect sense.
The Ultimate in versatility
and high performance.
This great looking shirt can be
used in a number of ways. There
are nine possible combinations
making it the most versatile safety
shirt, ideal for those participating
in a wide range of sporting
applications. Back, chest,
shoulders and arms can be
used independently so this shirt
can be worn as one garment or
in eight other ways.
Chest and back protector CE
approved to EN1621-2 Level 1
Shoulder and elbow protector CE
approved to EN1621-1
Sizes: XS - XXL Colour - black
Multi Sport Suit
This combines all the great features from the shirt
and shorts in an incredibly comfortable and practical
one piece suit. Sizes XS - XXL Colour - black
Multi Sport Shorts
Designed and engineered for a wide range of
sporting applications. Made from breathable Airtex
mesh and polyester with fly front. Includes removable
and replaceable Hip, Long thigh and Coccyx
protectors. All Protectors CE approved to EN162-1
Sizes XS - XXL. Colour - black
MultiSp
ortRa
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Back & chest option One piece suit option
Multi Sport ShortsFull Multi Sport shirt Back, chest & shoulder option
Back & chest option
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Available in long or shortsleeve tops and long pants.
Black/Orange or Black/WhiteSizes S- XXL2 colours
Available in long orshort sleeve topsand long pants.
Black/Orange orBlack/WhiteSizes S- XXL2 colours
Knox Dry Inside is made from
97% soft cotton but unlike
normal cotton it wicks the
moisture away, leaving the rider
feeling dry and comfortable.
The cotton combined with
Schoeller 3 X Dry technology has
a fantastic wicking capability but
its secret is in the one way water
path which means that once the
water vapour or molecules have
been pushed to the outside of
the fabric they are not allowed
back through. The garments are
also treated with an antibacterial
coating to avoid odours.
Knox
DryInside
Dry Inside – the cotton
base layer that keeps you
dry. A New innovation
from Knox to keep riders
dry and comfortable.
Most motorcycle clothing
linings are sticky to wear
so many riders opt to use
some kind of base layer.
Cotton is the most
comfortable fabric and
feels good against the
skin but it absorbs
moisture so it gets wet,
cold and uncomfortable.
Up to now riders have
settled for man made
polyesters base layers but
they snag easily, cling and
can smell.
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Aeropa
ck
Engineered so that the weight is
carried low, reducing stress to the
lower back over long distances.
Main compartment has an expanding
zip, giving an extra 20% capacity.
Compression strap system designed
to carry the Stowaway back protector
when not in use, or a carry mat.
With SPS the leather is not damaged
Scaphoid
SPS system is sewn to glove palm
With SPS the glove slides forward eliminating the grab effect.
Without SPS - the grab effect breaks the Scaphoid The leather is worn through
Knox ScaphoidProtection System
The highly acclaimed
and best selling Aeropack...
Streamlined aerodynamic
shape reduces buffeting
from the wind.
Unzip the bottom pouch to reveal
a protected mesh helmet sack.
NEW Added stash pouch on waist
belt for easy access at tolls.
New colour scheme. Two tone,
black with red reflective trim.
SPSThe first glove protection system
from Knox. There are an estimated
100,000 Scaphoid injuries per year
in the UK alone. The injury is
common amongst bikers and
the healing process is slow
and often complicated. It occurs
because of the “grab effect” of
leather gloves on a road surface.
In an accident the glove palm grips
the tarmac but the rider is thrown
forward. This puts a strain on the
Scaphoid that often results in a
break due to hyper extension. The
Knox SPS eliminates this grab effect
allowing the palm to slide forward,
reducing the risk of Scaphoid injury.
Several leading brands of gloves
now incorporate Knox SPS.
Contact Knox for further details.
Knox does not make clothing
but we are proud to be the
protection partner of many
discerning clothing brands.
When buying garments
from any of these
brands look out
for this Knox
booklet.
It is your guarantee
that the Knox elbows,
shoulders or knees are the genuine
articles and are CE approved
to EU standard EN1621-1.
Please note:
The back pad in a jacket or suit may not be
a Knox item or even CE approved. Ask your
dealer for confirmation and guidance.
Knox CE approvedbody protection isfitted as originalequipment by leadingmanufacturers intotheir brandedmotorcycling clothing.
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Knox FlexiformSmooth, soft feel with thin edges.Breathable. Very comfortable.Hardly noticeable in the garment.In flexible polyeurethene, forexcellent impact protection.
Knox Air X – V2In K resin with built in memory.The size can be altered bysqueezing the sides. Breathable.Honeycomb inner for superiorimpact protection.
Knox Advance XAward winning protection.A best seller. 3 layer armourwith a honeycomb core.Ultra lightweight.Completely flexible.
Knox AdvanceThe original popular upgrade.3D thermoformed 3 layerarmour with a polypropylenehoneycomb core. Comfortable.Ultra lightweight.
For replacement after an accident, or when current armour is uncomfortable,Knox has a size to fit almost every garment on the market
The measurements above represent the actual size of the protector. The protector pockets should ideally be approx 1cm bigger all round.The protector opening should be at least 85% of the width of the protector. Care should be taken when inserting or removing protectors asexcess force can cause damage. We will not accept responsibility for damage caused by rough handling.
Knox Fitting GuideKnox FlexiformDescription Part No Height Width
Shoulder - S/L Elbow/Knee - S 40 22cm 18cmElbow/Knee 41 27cm 19cmElbow/Knee 42 27cm 20cmHip 215 12cm 21cmHip 216 16cm 26cm
Knox Air X - V2 ** New styles available summer 07Description Part No Part No Height Width
Shoulder/Elbow/Knee 47** 129 22cm 18cmShoulder/Elbow/Knee 45** 34 26cm 19cmShoulder/Elbow/Knee 45** 35 31cm 18cm
Knox Advance X*Description Part No Height Width
Shoulder - S/L Elbow/Knee - S 127 20cm 15cmShoulder 128 25cm 17cmShoulder/Elbow Knee 31 25cm 15cmShoulder/Elbow Knee 33 29cm 17cmKnee/Shin 238 33cm 18cmHip 213 14cm 26cmHip 206 24cm 15cmBack 64 38cm 26cmBack 65 40cm 29cmBack 66 43cm 32cmBack 67 48cm 34cm*Supplied with a velcro kit
Knox Advance*Description Part No Height Width
Elbow - S 26A 30cm 16cmElbow 1 34cm 15cmArm/Shoulder/Knee 25 28cm 19cmShoulder 125A 19cm 14cmShoulder 119 24cm 19cmShoulder 125 24cm 20cmKnee 231 21cm 16cmKnee/Shin 235 34cm 20cmKnee/Shin 161 34cm 18cmHip 205 19cm 18cm*Supplied with a velcro kit