I have a 2001 KDX 200 and have been considering installing a skid plate on it.
I'm trying to decide between an aluminum plate like the Ricochet, or a plastic one from Hyde racing.
Have read that the Hyde provides more good protection, but it can be difficult to install.
Have also read that aluminum skid plates can reflect a lot of noise back at the rider.
Any recommendations between these two options (or any other options) ??
I'm probably over analyzing this whole thing, but I want to make a good choice.
suggestions on a skid plate for kdx200H
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Re: suggestions on a skid plate for kdx200H
I have an aluminum one on the KDX and have run aluminum and carbon fiber on other bikes and can't really say I noticed any noise or performance differences.
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Re: suggestions on a skid plate for kdx200H
Every skid pan I've had is a bit of a pain. My aluminum pan, with a hard hit, can get knocked a bit loose and make a terrible sounding noise at a certain RPM. Plastic breaks easier. I completely lost one, and the tabs were still on the bike.
Either way you're good, and the cost is way less than an engine.
Either way you're good, and the cost is way less than an engine.
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Re: suggestions on a skid plate for kdx200H
I have a Hyde skid plate in my garage. Fit seems to be terrible to me. I use aluminum skid plates on my bikes, I think the protection is better.
I'm going to try to make a skid plate, for my son's 220, out of a cutting board. Seems easy enough to do and I can cut it to cover the linkage as well as the motor.
I'm going to try to make a skid plate, for my son's 220, out of a cutting board. Seems easy enough to do and I can cut it to cover the linkage as well as the motor.
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suggestions on a skid plate for kdx200H
I am running the Hyde Racing skid plate. The coverage is good and yes, they are less noisy. (makes a bigger difference with a 4 stroke bike) That said, yes, it can be difficult to fit to your bike. Nothing that the average Joe cannot handle. I did use a heat gun to improve the fit at the front. (snug it up a bit) I also opened the hole up a bit to make oil changes easier. This stuff is TOUGH. I think in the long run it will be much more durable than aluminum.