To blend exceptional protection without gaining weight, E-Line makes their Carbon Fiber Pipe Guards from a blend of fiberglass, Kevlar, and carbon fiber materials bound together with hi-temp resins. The guards only weigh between 9 and 20 ounces but have a 75% greater tensile strength than aluminum. That makes for a massive amount of protection from impacts, abrasions, and piercing. Perfect for dual sport and enduro riders that can't resist logs, rocks, or obstacles. In fact, Honda, Factory Connection, Yamaha, and KTM race teams all run E-Line Carbon Fiber Pipe Guards because they strike such a good balance between weight and toughness.