Zieger

From one plate holder to a full catalogue

Frank Zieger is a metalworker by trade and a serious rider. In 2005 he built a licence plate holder for his own bike because nothing on the market was good enough for him. Other riders wanted one too. The one-off became a small series, and the series became a company with workshops in Dresden and Pirna.

That company is IBEX GmbH, which is why you'll sometimes see the parts listed under the IBEX name. IBEX is the company and its web shop; Zieger is the brand on the products. The plate holder is still the best seller, with crash bars, rear racks, engine guards and paddock stands close behind.

Made in-house in Germany

Zieger bends, laser cuts, welds and powder coats its parts itself. Doing every step under one roof gives the company direct control over fit and finish, and it keeps prices fair for German-made hardware.

The material depends on the job. Engine guards and skid plates are 3 mm aluminium, rear racks are 4 mm laser-cut aluminium, and crash bars use 27 mm tubing with a powder-coated finish.

What Zieger makes

Licence plate holders

A Zieger licence plate holder replaces the long stock rear fender with a short bracket, which changes the look of a Yamaha MT-07, XSR900, Kawasaki Z900RS or Honda CB650R more than almost any other single part. There are several lines, including Basic, Classic, Classic Complete, Pro and X-Line, so you can choose between a simple bracket and a fuller kit. Some holders come in versions for specific countries. Zieger also sells rear reflectors and reflector brackets, which is useful if your local rules require one.

Radiator covers and chain guards

A radiator cover keeps stones and road grit out of the core, and Zieger's fit without changing any trim parts. Some versions have a cut-out logo pattern. The chain guards are powder coated matt black and replace the stock guard on everything from Aprilia 125s to the Kawasaki ZZR 1400.

Crash bars, engine guards and cylinder guards

Crash bars protect the frame and bodywork when the bike tips over in a car park or slides out on gravel. Engine guards bolt to the original mounting points, and on most models the stock side and centre stands keep working. For BMW boxers there are two-piece aluminium cylinder guards that shield the cylinders from stone chips and ground contact. Some guards have German type approval (ABE), so riders in Germany don't need an entry in the vehicle papers.

Stands, racks and smaller parts

The rest of the catalogue covers centre stands, a front-wheel paddock stand for 17 to 21 inch wheels, side stand foot enlargers, heel guards, exhaust brackets and luggage racks.

Which bikes does Zieger fit?

Most Zieger parts are for bikes from the last two decades: naked bikes, modern classics, sport bikes, adventure bikes and 125s. A few older models are covered too, such as the Kawasaki GPZ 750 and GPZ 1100. You'll find parts for Yamaha MT and XSR models, Kawasaki Z and Versys, Honda CB, BMW GS and R models, and bikes from Aprilia, Benelli, Ducati and KTM.

Each product fits specific models, so check the fitment on the product page before you order. If you're building a cafe racer or scrambler on a modern base, a Zieger plate holder and radiator cover are a quick way to clean up the back end and the front of the engine.

Buying Zieger at CafeRacerWebshop.com

We ride ourselves, and our customers rate our service 9.2 out of 10 on Kiyoh. Not sure whether a Zieger part fits your bike, or which plate holder version suits your country? Email or call us before you order and we'll check it. With more than 25,000 products in the shop, you can order the plate holder together with the indicators and plate light for your build.

Frequently asked questions about Zieger

Is Zieger the same as IBEX?

Yes. IBEX GmbH in Dresden is the company behind the brand. Its parts are sold as Zieger, and its own web shop runs under the IBEX name.

Where are Zieger parts made?

In Germany. Zieger bends, cuts, welds and powder coats its parts in its own workshops in Dresden and Pirna.

Is a Zieger licence plate holder road legal?

Rules for plate position, plate lighting and reflectors differ per country. Zieger makes country-specific versions of some holders and sells reflectors separately. Check your national rules, or ask us which version fits yours.

Do I need to cut or drill to fit Zieger parts?

Zieger designs its guards, covers and racks to bolt to the bike's original mounting points. The product page lists what's in the box and any notes for your model.