X-GRIP X-TREME Engine & Link Cover XG-2693-001
The X-GRIP X-TREME Engine & Link Cover is a heavy-duty 8 mm polyethylene skid plate with integrated linkage protection, developed for modern KTM, Husqvarna and GasGas 250/300 two-stroke off-road rigid yet lightweight design shields the engine and rear suspension linkage from rocks, impacts and ground contact in demanding enduro and motocross conditions.
Key Features
- Robust 8 mm thick, low-friction PE skid plate with integrated linkage guard for KTM, Husqvarna and GasGas 250/300 two-stroke models.
- Very strong and highly rigid construction while remaining significantly lighter than comparable aluminium engine guards.
- Gliding surface that allows the motorcycle to slide over rocks, logs and sharp ledges instead of catching on obstacles.
- Extended coverage that protects engine cases, frame rails and the shock linkage from stone strikes and hard ground contact.
- Simple bolt-on installation; designed to mount to the bike’s original fixing points with all necessary fasteners included.
- Optimised for off-road motorcycles with conventional linkage rear suspension (not suitable for PDS-type systems).
Technical Details
| Specification | Detail |
|---|
| Product type | Full-coverage engine guard with integrated linkage protection (skid plate & linkage guard) |
| Manufacturer | X-GRIP |
| SKU | XG-2693-001 |
| Material | Impact-resistant, low-friction polyethylene (PE) |
| Thickness | 8 mm |
| Colour | Black |
| Motorcycle category | 250–300 cc two-stroke motocross and enduro motorcycles with linkage rear suspension |
| Protection area | Engine cases, frame cradle, under-engine area and rear suspension linkage |
| Mounting | Bolt-on installation using model-specific mounting points; fitting hardware supplied with the guard |
| Design focus | Combination of high strength, low weight and excellent sliding characteristics for technical off-road terrain |
Compatibility
The X-GRIP X-TREME Engine & Link Cover XG-2693-001 is designed specifically for the following motorcycles:
| Brand | Model | Year |
|---|
| KTM | SX 250 | 2023–2024 |
| KTM | SX 300 | 2023–2024 |
| Husqvarna | TC 250 | 2023–2024 |
| Husqvarna | TE 250 | 2024 |
| Husqvarna | TE 300 | 2024 |
| GASGAS | EC 250 | 2024 |
| GASGAS | EC 300 | 2024 |
| GASGAS | MC 250 | 2024 |
Compatibility applies to models with standard linkage rear suspension.
Typical Use Cases
- Hard enduro stages where frequent contact with rocks, steps and logs places the engine and linkage at high risk of impact damage.
- Motocross and cross-country tracks with deep ruts and aggressive jump faces that expose the frame cradle and linkage.
- Technical singletrack, forest and mountain trails with stones, roots and ledges where a smooth, gliding skid plate reduces hang-ups.
- Setups where a lighter, quieter alternative to aluminium skid plates is preferred without compromising protection or rigidity.
