Chain & Bash Guard Market Prices
Analysis of 8,465 listings for bicycle chain and bash guards.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 26% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in chainstay protectors and clear guards, which sit 21% and 28% below the market median respectively. High-end value is concentrated in electric bike guards (+66%) and absoluteBlack brand components (+146%).
💚 Best value for your money
Price by compatible bike type
Why? Prices scale with bike complexity, from road bikes at 23.07 to electric bikes at 37.37.
Price by brand
Why? Specialized performance brands like absoluteBlack (55.39) command a premium over general brands like Schwinn (32.99).
Price by part type
Why? Simple protectors are cheaper (17.78) while heavy-duty bash guards are more expensive (31.7).
Price by color
Why? Standard black is 26.15, while specialty colors like blue reach 37.78.
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Common questions
What is the most affordable type of chain protection?
Chainstay protectors are the cheapest option with a median price of 17.78.
How much more do electric bike guards cost compared to the average?
Electric bike guards have a median price of 37.37, which is 66% above the market median.
Is there a price difference between new and used guards?
Interestingly, the used median is 28.99, while the new median is 22.98.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $10–$70, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 7, 2026.