{"product_id":"gritshift-heavy-hitter-skid-plate-talaria-sting-mx3-mx4-mx5-7075-t6-aluminum","title":"GritShift Heavy Hitter Skid Plate – Talaria Sting MX3\/MX4\/MX5 | 7075 T6 Aluminum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT NOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e V2 is now available for Pre-Order as of 12\/1\/2025. The V2 can be seen \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gritshift.com\/products\/heavy-hitter-v2-talaria-skid-plate\" title=\"Heavy Hitter V2 Talaria Sting Skid Plate\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e. This V1 will be discontinued as it is not compatible with all new aftermarket motors — see fitment notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Last Skid Plate Your Talaria Will Ever Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from 7075 T6 billet aluminum with a 10mm bash plate rated to withstand over 6,000 lbs of force, the GritShift Heavy Hitter Skid Plate is the most over-engineered motor protection solution available for the Talaria Sting E-Moto. Whether you're shredding trails or dragging through logs, this skid plate is built to keep you moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe motor is the most vulnerable component on your e-bike — sitting at the very bottom of the frame, exposed to rocks, roots, and hard impacts. The Heavy Hitter's precision strike angles, extended tail section, and strategic ventilation slats deliver unmatched protection on and off road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7075 T6 billet aluminum side supports — the strongest alloy available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10mm aluminum bash plate tested to 6,000+ lbs of force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategic ventilation slats for active motor cooling under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended tail section protects against perpendicular strikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach section is independently removable for easy maintenance access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaceable bash plate — swap it out in minutes if damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime Warranty on Side Rails:\u003c\/strong\u003e If they ever bend, we replace them FREE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Bash plates not included; replacements available upon request)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 7075 T6 Billet Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBash Plate Thickness: 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: ~3.1 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable Colors: Silver, Black, Purple, Gold, Red, Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHS Code: 871410\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalaria Sting MX3 \/ MX4 \/ MX5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will not fit EBMX XTA Core Motor. Torp Controller covers require slight modification to fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using \u003cstrong\u003eblue medium threadlocker\u003c\/strong\u003e on all hardware during installation. Mounting bolts are T20 Torx bolts. Recommended torque value: \u003cstrong\u003e2.6 Nm \/ 1.92 ft-lb \/ 23 in-lb\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is barely hand-tight — with threadlocker correctly applied, it will hold securely and remain removable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AfmkkwFp4Vs\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GritShift","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":45932253970673,"sku":"SQ4328514BL","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":43949149192433,"sku":"SQ4328513","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold","offer_id":45932251185393,"sku":"SQ4328514GL","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":43949149257969,"sku":"SQ4328514","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":45932250202353,"sku":"SQ4328514PU","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":45932251939057,"sku":"SQ4328514RE","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/1348\/7857\/files\/gritshift-frame-swingarm-silver-gritshift-heavy-hitter-skid-plate-sq4328513-49192433-38341813436657.jpg?v=1773629653","url":"https:\/\/howlingmoto.com\/products\/gritshift-heavy-hitter-skid-plate-talaria-sting-mx3-mx4-mx5-7075-t6-aluminum","provider":"Howling Moto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}