{"product_id":"cax3rp3-can-am-x3-2017-billet-radius-rod-plate-black","title":"Can-Am X3 Billet Radius Rod Plate Black | DRT Motorsports","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCan-Am X3 Billet Radius Rod Plate Black\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDRT Motorsports Can-Am Maverick X3 Billet Radius Rod Plate – Black\u003c\/strong\u003e is the powder-coated finish of DRT's popular billet rear-end upgrade for X3 riders who want function, strength, and bold styling. This \u003cstrong\u003eblack X3 billet radius rod plate\u003c\/strong\u003e is CNC machined from one giant piece of 6061-T6 aluminum to tighter tolerances and thicker material than the factory plate — reducing stress on the radius rod bolts and strengthening a known rear-end failure point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're pushing your X3 to the limit and want quality materials with an aggressive black-and-machined look, this \u003cstrong\u003epowder coated X3 radius rod plate\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers. Includes a bolt-on tow hook and ships in powder-coated black with milled aluminum accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle-specific fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 (all models, 2 and 4 door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-piece billet\u003c\/strong\u003e — CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThicker than factory\u003c\/strong\u003e — tighter tolerances, more material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces bolt stress\u003c\/strong\u003e — strengthens common rear-end failure point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated tow hook\u003c\/strong\u003e — bolt-on, included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — powder-coated black with milled aluminum accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect bolt-on\u003c\/strong\u003e — same install process as DRT X3 Hitch Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e — one-piece 6061-T6 billet aluminum (CNC machined)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e — powder coated black with milled accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes\u003c\/strong\u003e — bolt-on tow hook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e — direct bolt-on (same process as DRT X3 Hitch Mount)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatus\u003c\/strong\u003e — Patent Pending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan-Am\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 (2-door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 Max (4-door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the raw aluminum and black versions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raw aluminum version ships unfinished; this black version ships in powder-coated black with milled aluminum accents. Same dimensions, same strength, same fitment — just different look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy upgrade my factory X3 radius rod plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DRT billet plate is thicker and CNC machined to tighter tolerances than the factory part, reducing stress on the radius rod bolts and strengthening a common rear-end failure point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it include a tow hook?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A bolt-on tow hook is included with the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it fit X3 Max 4-door?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It fits all 2017+ Maverick X3 models, both 2 and 4 door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I install this with the DRT Hitch Mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Billet Radius Rod Plate shares the same installation process as the DRT X3 Hitch Mount and pairs naturally with it for a complete rear-end upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to the DRT 3-PC Radius Rod Plate Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single-piece billet plate replaces the factory plate with thicker, tighter-toleranced material and adds a tow hook. The 3-PC kit goes further, combining billet upper\/lower braces with a removable steel center plate for maximum rear-end reinforcement and serviceability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy DRT Motorsports\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDRT Motorsports designs Can-Am Maverick X3-specific billet aluminum components that solve real-world failure points. 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