Fender (vehicle)#Bicycles and motorcycles

The apron will help keep mud, water and dirt from the cyclists. Fenders for road bikes are usually mounted directly above the tire ( front and rear ) and made ​​of metal, plastic or wood. Mudguards for mountain bikes and cross bikes are usually manufactured from plastic. In cross bikes they are usually mounted directly above the tire in mountain bikes they are attached to the saddle and on the down tube of the frame to prevent it rattling.