T.M. DESIGNWORKS Skid Plate - Blue - YFZ 450 YAFP-R450-BU

When you're pushing your YFZ 450 to its limits on technical terrain, a quality skid plate isn't optional—it's essential protection. T.M. Designworks engineered this composite skid plate to absorb hits without the weight penalty or noise signature of traditional aluminum, giving you better bike feel and frame compliance when it matters most.

Built from proprietary composite plastic, this skid plate delivers measurable advantages: it slides over obstacles with minimal friction grab, weighs 35-40% less than aluminum alternatives, and reduces engine noise and vibration transmitted to the rider. The result is a more composed, responsive ride that lets your frame work as intended under suspension loads.

• Proprietary composite plastic
• 35-40% lighter than aluminum
• Reduced friction characteristics
• Lower NVH (noise, vibration, harshness)
• Allows proper frame flex
• YFZ 450 specific fitment
• Blue finish
• Bolt-on installation
• MPN: YAFP-R450-BU