Handguards Acerbis ADV I for CFMOTO 450 MT 24-25 orange/black

ACERBIS ADV TYPE I HANDGUARDS FOR CFMOTO 450 MT

The CFMOTO 450 MT is designed to move comfortably between paved roads, gravel and off-road terrain, where the rider’s hands and controls are increasingly exposed to wind, debris and contact with obstacles. Acerbis ADV Type Iaddresses this with a closed aluminium structure around the levers rather than relying on a simple plastic deflector.

A large plastic shield adds substantial hand coverage, making the system suitable for everyday riding, long Adventure trips and routes that continue beyond the tarmac.

35 MM ANTICORODAL C-SECTION

The structural backbone is a 35 mm ANTICORODAL aluminium C-section.

The 35 mm dimension refers to the C-section profile, not the diameter of a round aluminium bar. This structure runs around the control area and carries much of the mechanical load when the handguard contacts an obstacle.

It helps protect:

• brake lever

• clutch lever

• master-cylinder and control area

• exposed handlebar ends

• rider’s hands from branches and obstacles

No handguard can guarantee that a lever or other motorcycle component will remain undamaged in every crash. However, the closed aluminium backbone provides considerably more structural protection than an open plastic shield alone.

LARGE HAND SHIELD

The aluminium structure is complemented by a sizeable plastic cover designed to increase protection directly in front of the hands.

It helps deflect:

• airflow

• mud

• water spray

• small stones

• dust

• branches and vegetation

This is useful off-road but also during longer road journeys, where the larger shield reduces direct airflow against the rider’s hands.

The handguards are not insulated winter covers and do not replace suitable cold-weather gloves or heated grips.

UPPER EXTENSIONS FOR ADDITIONAL COVERAGE

The upper part of the shield incorporates extensions that increase its protective area.

They provide additional coverage from:

• airflow

• dust

• small flying debris

The larger surface is particularly useful when travelling, riding dusty tracks or following other motorcycles on gravel roads.

FLEXIBLE LOWER AREA

The lower part of the plastic cover is deliberately more flexible to accommodate accidental knee contact.

During active standing riding, the rider moves forward and around the motorcycle and a knee can approach the handguard area. The flexible lower zone is designed to yield more readily than a completely rigid plastic edge.

This is particularly useful during:

• standing riding

• climbs

• descents

• rough terrain

• active body positioning

MODEL-SPECIFIC FOR CFMOTO 450 MT

ADV Type I uses a model-specific mounting arrangement for the CFMOTO 450 MT.

Current Acerbis fitment data lists:

• CFMOTO 450 MT 2024

• CFMOTO 450 MT 2025

• CFMOTO 450 MT 2026

The dedicated mounting system avoids many of the compromises associated with completely universal handguard installations.

If the motorcycle is fitted with aftermarket handlebars, levers or modified controls, compatibility should be checked individually.

More options are available in the MEFO handguard range.

FROM TOURING TO OFF-ROAD

ADV Type I is primarily designed for Adventure riding and light off-road use.

On the CFMOTO 450 MT it is suitable for:

• everyday road riding

• long-distance touring

• Adventure travel

• gravel roads

• forest and unpaved tracks

• light off-road riding

• more technical routes away from tarmac

Acerbis also states that the structural strength of the design is sufficient for hard enduro, cross-country and maxi-enduro applications.

PROTECTION AROUND THE CONTROLS

The design does not focus solely on the tips of the brake and clutch levers.

ADV Type I also provides coverage around the master-cylinder and control assemblies, helping protect a larger area of the handlebar when riding through vegetation or during contact with the ground.

The wide plastic shield additionally creates a barrier between the rider’s hand and the surrounding environment.

SIMPLIFIED ASSEMBLY COMPARED WITH ENDURANCE

Acerbis describes the ADV system as offering simplified assembly compared with its Endurance handguards. It uses a greater number of standardised components while retaining a motorcycle-specific mounting kit.

After installation, always verify:

• unrestricted brake-lever travel

• unrestricted clutch-lever travel

• free throttle return

• clearance from hoses and wiring

• full steering movement from lock to lock

• clearance from the windscreen and other accessories

The handguards must never interfere with safe motorcycle operation.

MATERIAL COMPOSITION

Acerbis specifies:

• 67% aluminium

• 10% steel

• 23% plastic

Aluminium forms the main structural backbone, steel is used in structural and mounting elements, and plastic forms the large hand shield.

The handguards are made in Italy and supplied as a set for both sides of the handlebar.

MAIN FEATURES

• model-specific design for CFMOTO 450 MT

• current fitment for 2024–2026

• Acerbis ADV Type I

• closed wrap-around protection

• 35 mm ANTICORODAL C-section

• strong aluminium backbone

• protection for brake and clutch levers

• coverage around master-cylinder assemblies

• large plastic hand shield

• upper extensions for increased coverage

• flexible lower area for accidental knee contact

• suitable for Adventure and off-road use

• simpler installation than Endurance handguards

• 67% aluminium, 10% steel, 23% plastic

• set for left and right sides

• made in Italy

PROTECTION THAT MATCHES THE 450 MT

Acerbis ADV Type I adds protection exactly where an Adventure motorcycle needs it. The aluminium wrap-around backbone protects the control area, while the large plastic shield increases hand coverage from wind, stones, mud and vegetation.

For CFMOTO 450 MT riders combining long road sections with unpaved routes, it provides a more substantial solution than a basic open plastic deflector.