Vertex Forged Replica Piston Kit for 450cc 4-Stroke

Upgrade your 4-stroke engine with the high-performance Vertex Forged Replica Piston Kit, specifically engineered for 450cc displacement. This kit delivers exceptional durability and power, serving as a premium OE-form replacement that enhances your motorcycle's reliability and performance on every ride.

Description

The Vertex Forged Replica Piston Kit is meticulously crafted to meet and exceed original equipment specifications, providing a robust solution for your 450cc 4-stroke engine. Each piston is precision-forged from a superior 2618 aluminum alloy, a material renowned for its high strength and resilience under the extreme temperatures and pressures of demanding riding conditions. This advanced forging process, coupled with a T-5 hardening and tempering heat treatment cycle, ensures unparalleled structural integrity and an extended service life for your engine components.

To optimize initial engine break-in and significantly prolong the piston's operational life, the skirts are treated with a state-of-the-art Molybdenum Disulphite (Moly) coating. This high-tech, low-friction coating minimizes wear and tear, allowing for smoother operation and consistent performance. With a precise 97.00 mm bore size and an aggressive 12.8:1 compression ratio, this Vertex piston kit is designed for peak efficiency and power delivery, making it the ideal choice for riders seeking a high-quality, OE-level piston replacement.

Features & Highlights

• Forged OE Replica Design: Experience original equipment form and fitment, but with enhanced strength and durability thanks to premium forged construction from Vertex.
• Superior 2618 Aluminum Alloy: Crafted from high-grade 2618 aluminum, ensuring exceptional strength and resilience against the rigors of high-performance riding.
• Advanced T-5 Heat Treatment: Each piston undergoes a precise T-5 hardening and tempering cycle, boosting its structural integrity and extending overall service life.
• Molybdenum Disulphite Skirt Coating: Facilitates a faster, more efficient engine break-in and provides a protective, low-friction surface for increased piston longevity.
• Complete Kit Contents: Includes everything needed for a comprehensive piston replacement: the piston, high-quality nitride-coated steel rings, a durable wrist pin, and secure circlips.

Technical Specifications

• Product Name: Piston Kit
• Style: Forged Replica
• Engine Type: 4-Stroke
• Displacement: 450 cc
• Bore Size: 97.00 mm
• Piston Diameter: 96.95 mm
• Piston Size: Standard Size A
• Piston Material: Forged Aluminum Alloy
• Compression Ratio: 12.8:1
• Skirt Coating: Moly Coated
• Ring Material: Nitride Coated, Steel
• Units: Kit
• Vendor Part Number: 24448A

Important to Know

• Kit includes piston, rings, wrist pin, and circlips.
• Note for future purchases: Replacement two-stroke piston rings are sold individually; four-stroke piston rings are sold as a set.