{"title":"CFMOTO 450CL-C Parts \u0026 Accessories","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"radiator-guard-engine-skid-plate-for-cfmoto-450-cl-c-2023-to-2025","title":"Radiator Guard \u0026 Engine Skid Plate For CFMOTO 450 CL-C - 2023 to 2025","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pd pd--epp\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eradiator\u003c\/strong\u003e on the \u003cstrong\u003eCFMOTO 450 CL-C\u003c\/strong\u003e sits exposed behind the front wheel, directly in the path of everything the tire kicks up. Stones, gravel, sand, sticks, road debris, dead insects, all of it hits the \u003cstrong\u003eradiator core\u003c\/strong\u003e at speed. The fins that make up the front face of the radiator are thin aluminum, designed to maximize heat dissipation, not to absorb impacts. One decent stone strike at highway speed can puncture a fin channel, and once that happens, you're looking at a \u003cstrong\u003ecoolant leak\u003c\/strong\u003e that can escalate from a slow drip to an overheating engine faster than most riders expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eradiator guard\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003cstrong\u003eCFMOTO 450 CL-C 2023, 2024, and 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e adds a dedicated protective barrier between the road and your \u003cstrong\u003eradiator core\u003c\/strong\u003e without compromising the cooling performance your engine depends on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHoneycomb Mesh Design for Maximum Airflow and Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guard uses a \u003cstrong\u003ehoneycomb mesh pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e machined from \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e. The honeycomb geometry matters because it solves the two competing problems every radiator guard has to balance. The openings need to be large enough to let air through at volume so the radiator can do its job, but small enough to stop the debris that actually causes damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA solid plate would protect the core but starve it for air. A wide-gap grill would breathe fine but let stones through. The \u003cstrong\u003ehoneycomb pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e on this guard is calibrated to block the size of debris that punctures fins while maintaining enough open area that \u003cstrong\u003eairflow to the radiator\u003c\/strong\u003e remains within the range the \u003cstrong\u003eCFMOTO 450 CL-C cooling system\u003c\/strong\u003e was designed to operate with. You're not adding a restriction that forces the engine to run hotter. You're adding protection that lets the cooling system work the way it's supposed to, minus the rock damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCNC Aluminum Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guard is \u003cstrong\u003eCNC-machined from aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e, not stamped, bent, or laser-cut from sheet metal with a powder coat on top. CNC machining produces a part with consistent wall thickness, clean edges, and precise mounting hole placement that matches the \u003cstrong\u003eOEM bracket positions\u003c\/strong\u003e on the \u003cstrong\u003e450 CL-C frame\u003c\/strong\u003e without needing to elongate holes or shim the fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e was chosen over steel for weight. A steel guard strong enough to protect the radiator adds noticeable weight to the front of the bike. Aluminum delivers the same debris protection at a fraction of the mass, which matters on a motorcycle where front-end weight affects steering feel, especially at low speed and during parking maneuvers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eblack finish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a durable coating that resists corrosion, scratching, and \u003cstrong\u003eUV degradation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike paint, which chips on the first gravel ride and exposes bare metal to moisture, this coating holds up to repeated impacts from small debris without flaking or peeling. It also keeps the guard visually consistent with the \u003cstrong\u003eCFMOTO 450 CL-C's\u003c\/strong\u003e dark frame and engine covers so it looks like it belongs on the bike rather than something bolted on as an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirect Fit Installation on CFMOTO 450 CL-C 2023 2024 2025\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guard mounts to the \u003cstrong\u003eexisting OEM bracket points\u003c\/strong\u003e on the \u003cstrong\u003eCFMOTO 450 CL-C\u003c\/strong\u003e frame and fairing structure. No drilling into the frame, no cutting bodywork, no zip ties, no adhesive tape. You position the guard over the front face of the \u003cstrong\u003eradiator\u003c\/strong\u003e, align the mounting tabs with the factory brackets, and secure it with the supplied \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full install takes about 10 to 15 minutes with basic hand tools. Everything you need is in the box. The \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e resist corrosion from road salt, rain, and pressure washing, so you won't be fighting seized bolts when you need to remove the guard for a radiator flush or coolant change down the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the guard uses factory mounting points, removing it returns the bike to completely stock condition with no evidence it was ever installed. That matters if you sell the bike, return a lease, or want to swap to a different guard style later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Happens Without a Radiator Guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost riders don't think about \u003cstrong\u003eradiator protection\u003c\/strong\u003e until they've already taken a hit. A stone that chips a fin channel might not cause an immediate leak, but it weakens that section of the core. A second hit in the same area, or thermal cycling over a few months, opens the damage into a pinhole leak. Coolant level drops gradually, the engine temperature creeps up, and by the time the dash warning light triggers, the radiator may need a full replacement rather than a simple repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA replacement \u003cstrong\u003eradiator for the CFMOTO 450 CL-C\u003c\/strong\u003e plus labor is a significant repair bill that a guard costing a fraction of that would have prevented entirely. Beyond stone damage, the guard also keeps large debris like sticks and road debris from lodging between the radiator and the frame, where it can block airflow across a section of the core and create a localized hot spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor riders who commute on mixed surfaces, ride gravel roads, or tour on highways where trucks kick up debris, a \u003cstrong\u003eradiator guard\u003c\/strong\u003e isn't a cosmetic accessory. It's insurance against the single most common cause of cooling system failure on exposed-radiator motorcycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCFMOTO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e450 CL-C (2023 to 2025)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease double-check your model year and trim before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadiator Guard — Black with 450 CL-C Logo\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eRadiator Guard — Black (no logo)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour order ships free, and every guard is backed by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Morrison","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58745583665533,"sku":null,"price":79.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/0783\/2445\/files\/Se7a691b3e12946dc83c1e479431194e7k.avif?v=1790248068"}],"url":"https:\/\/leananglemoto.com\/collections\/cfmoto-450cl-c-parts-accessories.oembed","provider":"Lean Angle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}