Best bash plate still available for non DCT model

[BRoettger]

I just bought a new 2017 VFR1200X non DCT model and would like to get a bash/skid plate.   It looks like the Givi non DCT version is no longer available.  The  SW Motech or H&B are both about $350 after shipping to the USA.  Are there any other options?

What do you guys recommend? 

[bazza950]

I haven't done this myself but i gather that modding the alloy bash plates is quite easy as its an alloy plate  so can easily be welded.But I take your point and agree that these should be available - maybe not so common in USA-certainly seem to be advertised here in UK

[Ernest_T_Bass]

I purchased a skid plate for my 2017 directly from SW Motech USA at the end of December; total cost was $263.95. Looks like the price is now about 20 bucks more. 

This one fits low, so (as I understand it) it will fit either DCT or manual trans (like mine).   When I ordered, the website said (same as now) "available in Germany", but they shipped it from Oregon and I had it less than 2 weeks after ordering. Pretty easy install that keeps all of the existing cowlings in place.

https://sw-motech.us/bike/HONDA/VFR1200X/2017/SC76/products/protection/

[Cajunhog]

Originally Posted by BRoettger

I just bought a new 2017 VFR1200X non DCT model and would like to get a bash/skid plate.   It looks like the Givi non DCT version is no longer available.  The  SW Motech or H&B are both about $350 after shipping to the USA.  Are there any other options?

What do you guys recommend?

I put the DCT Givi bash plate on my manual because I couldn’t find the manual model. . Works fine. Has an extra notch on right side for DCT is only difference.

[GoGhostMoto]

Just got a 2016 in USA. Looking for a skid plate too. I kind alike the H&B I think?

[DaveinNC]

You can still purchase the HB plate from MotoMachines, you just have to wait for it if it's not in stock.

[DE65Y]

I have the silver Tourer, so when I fitted my HB bash plate, which comes, I think, 'powder coated' black,
I also changed the lower cowl pieces on both sides for black ones.
IMO it improved the look, by tidying things up,

[Stump]

I put a Givi on my 17.  Fits well and it has it's fair share of bashes.  Pretty easy to install and certainly protects everything.   It does make oil changes a bit of a pain... but most bash plates do.