{"product_id":"kawasaki-kx450x-aluminum-skid-plate","title":"Kawasaki KX450X Ricochet Skid Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003eYour KX450X's undercarriage takes a beating out there — rocks, roots, logs, whatever you're riding over can dent or crack an unprotected skid plate and turn a fun day into an expensive repair. Ricochet makes a skid plate for your bike that bolts on solid and covers what matters, keeping the bottom of your machine intact. No drilling into your frame, no headaches with the install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich One Fits Your KX450X\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2021-2022 models:\u003c\/strong\u003e SKU \u003cstrong\u003e327\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2023-2026 models:\u003c\/strong\u003e SKU \u003cstrong\u003e349\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You're Getting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate comes with all the brackets and hardware you need mounted out of the box. Everything bolts straight on — no tapping holes in your frame, no special tools required. Installation takes an afternoon if you're taking your time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou've got two choices depending on your riding style and budget:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum with clear coat (2021-2026):\u003c\/strong\u003e 5052 H32 aircraft-grade aluminum, 0.160 inch thick, with a clear anodized finish that fights rust and corrosion. This is the standard setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum plus plastic layer (2023-2026 only):\u003c\/strong\u003e SKU \u003cstrong\u003e349-P\u003c\/strong\u003e — combines 3\/16\" aluminum backing with a 1\/4\" layer of UHMW plastic on the impact side. The plastic soaks up hits and slides over rocks better than aluminum alone, plus it quiets things down if you're tired of clanging sounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth versions ship with the anodized or standard aluminum finish. If you want a black powder coat instead, that's available — just plan on an extra 1-2 weeks for shipping while it gets coated. Or if you want to powder coat it yourself down the road, the surface comes ready for that at no extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA by Ricochet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTraderHank is an authorized Ricochet dealer offering free shipping to the lower 48 states, same or next day shipping on in-stock orders, and a price match guarantee.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure if this fits your machine?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"sms:+18774254265\" style=\"display:inline-block; background-color:#ff6600; color:#ffffff; padding:8px 18px; border-radius:4px; text-decoration:none; font-weight:bold; margin-top:6px;\"\u003e📱 Text Us at 877-425-4265\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem style=\"font-size:small;\"\u003eWe'll confirm fitment before you order — we typically respond within minutes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ricochet","offers":[{"title":"2021-2022 \/ Aluminum \/ Clear Anodize","offer_id":43437826015280,"sku":"327","price":136.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2021-2022 \/ Aluminum \/ Black Powder Coat","offer_id":43437826048048,"sku":"327-BLK","price":166.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2023-2026 \/ Aluminum \/ Clear Anodize","offer_id":43437826080816,"sku":"349","price":136.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2023-2026 \/ Aluminum \/ Black Powder Coat","offer_id":43437826113584,"sku":"349-BLK","price":166.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2023-2026 \/ Aluminum with 1\/4\" UHMW \/ Clear Anodize","offer_id":43437826146352,"sku":"349-P","price":174.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2023-2026 \/ Aluminum with 1\/4\" UHMW \/ Black Powder Coat","offer_id":43437826179120,"sku":"349-P-BLK","price":204.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1848\/0573\/files\/Ricochet_Offroad_Kawasaki_KX_450X_2026_SKU_349_2.jpg?v=1780955641","url":"https:\/\/www.traderhank.com\/products\/kawasaki-kx450x-aluminum-skid-plate","provider":"TraderHank","version":"1.0","type":"link"}