[WildernessAU]

I didn't want to hijack the TCI skid plate thread so here we go.



-TCI products skid plate with engine guards, .190" thick $240+shipping

-MSR $95

-Ricochet .160" $105

-IMMIX (3/16 or 5/32 where applicable) $95+shipping

-Happy Trails 5/32" $75+shipping

-Moose $100+shipping



The TCI looks like it would offer the most protection but at the cost of weight and $.

Do you guys have experience with these other skid plates and by any chance know which one offers the most side engine protection out of the bunch?

Thanks!

 

[Ayers Garage]

According to this....



http://tw200forum.com/forums/83896/ShowPost.aspx



The Moose and Happy Trail units are just re-branded Ricochet.



Keep in mind when pricing them, most of the biggie online stores have free shipping for orders after a certain price point.

 

[WildernessAU]

Most of them do look quite similar and are likely re-branded or copied Ricochet.

The MSR is different. It looks to have taller side "wings" but less upward protection towards the rear.

Any comparisons between the MSR and Ricochet?

 

[qwerty]

I've decided that the dualsport and adventure TWs I'm building will have detachable 1/4-inch heat treated 1045 hot rolled steel skidplates that double as shovel spoons, with screw-on handles that double as crutches for tire repairs. The plates will clamp to double downtubes, part of the new chromemoly frames. Case sideguards will not be part of the spoon.

 

[frog13]

Kinda like the prototype xtw-250.......referring to the skid plate shovel thing.