Kawasaki 99994-0277 Mid-1 Skid Plate Since Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (KHI), built its first motorcycle in 1953, they've never stopped pushing technology to arm riders with what they need to dominate the streets. Advanced engineering, exhaustive testing, and tireless passion go into every motorcycle every time rubber hits the road. From industry-first features to the features that have evolved over a long history, KHI's innovations will never stop feeding the insatiable appetites of riders around the world. Factory designed with required ventilation to prevent high engine temps during hard use or hot weather.