What is this, and I'm assuming it's broken? 160TM

[Zudnik]

Noticed this after a rough ride. Odd thing, if it's broken, is everything seems fine but it looks bad. Any idea what this is?
Thanks

 

[KenX]

Looks like the chain guide bracket is snapped, if you're thinking all is well, maybe take it to a bike shop!

 

[Jackware]

I think it should look like this;

I think it's this;

e*spec Plus Chainguide

Our e*spec Plus Chainguides are designed specifically for use with eBikes. An ISO-conforming upper slider keeps your guide on and your clothing out of your drivetrain, and a carbon-injected backplate delivers ultimate strength in a lightweight package.

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[Zudnik]

Oh, wow that's totally it. No wonder it looked weird - most of it's gone lol. Thanks.

 

[Akelu]

You may not need it at all. Its only there to help prevent your chain from falling off the chainring in rough riding. I'm convinced some manufacturers put it there for looks to separate their bikes from the competition. Todays narrow wide chainrings combined with clutch derailleurs do a pretty good job at chain retention.
I would take the broken part off at the least, though.

 

[Zudnik]

You may not need it at all. Its only there to help prevent your chain from falling off the chainring in rough riding. I'm convinced some manufacturers put it there for looks to separate their bikes from the competition. Todays narrow wide chainrings combined with clutch derailleurs do a pretty good job at chain retention.
I would take the broken part off at the least, though.

This is exactly what I did. Thanks. After ordering a new part and looking at it, I was like yeah why would I need this with a single up front chain ring. It's in the parts drawer.