Kawasaki KLE500 Skid Plate & Rear Rack | AXP Racing

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Available in its final version since late October 2026, this skid plate is the result of several months of testing and fine-tuning. From April to October, the AXP Racing team gathered feedback from its test riders to refine the product and deliver a skid plate that is both reassuring and ergonomic: more compact, with no compromise on protection.

Find out more about our development process: READ.

The rear rack followed the same path, true to the guiding principle that has always driven AXP Racing: never give up and listen to the riders who test our products before they go into production.

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The skid plate at a glance:

Still made from 8mm HDPE,
Mounting system anchored to the frame (we explain why below),
Protection for the engine block, exhaust system, linkage and crankcases.

Still made from 8mm HDPE

True to our expertise, this skid plate is made from 8mm-thick high-density polyethylene. This material is 30 to 40% lighter than aluminum and tougher than carbon. It absorbs impacts, significantly reduces impact noise, and returns to its original shape where metal would dent or bend. The result: a skid plate weighing just 3.5kg that slides over obstacles instead of catching on them.

A mounting system anchored to the frame

All of the skid plate’s mounting points are on the KLE500’s frame, avoiding attachments to the engine block that could damage it.

When a skid plate is mounted to the engine, every impact is transmitted directly to the crankcases and their mounting points. Over the miles, this stress can weaken expensive parts that are difficult to repair, especially far from home. By anchoring the skid plate to the frame, which is designed to withstand loads, the impact energy is absorbed by the plastic and the motorcycle’s structure rather than the engine. The skid plate cushions impacts better and your engine stays protected.

Complete protection for vital components

Engine block, exhaust system, linkage and crankcases: the skid plate covers the most exposed parts during your off-road rides. A flying stone, a rock step or a badly judged tree stump will no longer put your mechanics or the rest of your trip, at risk.

Please note: this skid plate is not compatible with a center stand.

This protection will be the perfect companion for your off-road rides.

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The rear rack with side racks at a glance:

20mm HDPE structure and 15mm top plate,
6-point mounting system using the original mounting locations,
Built-in ROTOPAX holes and side handles.

20mm HDPE structure and 15mm top plate

The AXP Racing rear rack draws on the brand’s expertise with a 20mm-thick high-density polyethylene structure topped by a 15mm plate. This material combines rigidity and flexibility: it supports the weight of your luggage and absorbs shocks without deforming. Despite its strength, the whole unit remains ultra-light, at just 1.8kg for the rear rack and 2.8kg with the 8mm HDPE side racks.

6-point mounting system using the original mounting locations

No drilling or modification required: the rear rack attaches directly to the KLE500’s factory mounting points. These 6 anchor points keep the load perfectly secure, even on the roughest trails and make installation quick and easy.

Built-in ROTOPAX holes and side handles

The top plate features ROTOPAX-compatible mounting holes for additional accessories, such as a fuel or water container. Side handles are also included to make handling the bike easier, whether you’re moving it while stationary or getting it out of a tight spot on the trail.

The 8mm-thick HDPE side racks complete the setup so you can carry larger luggage.