Piston Kit (Forged High Compression)

Unlock stronger performance from your 450cc 4-stroke with the VERTEX Pro HC forged high-compression piston kit. Built using Vertex technology and a forged 2618 aluminum alloy construction, this piston is designed for riders who want improved power and torque across the entire RPM range.

Thanks to the T-5 heat-treating and tempering cycle and a high-tech molybdenum disulphite (moly) skirt coating, you get faster break-in, reduced friction, and increased service life—ideal for demanding motocross and off-road use.

Key features:

• ✅ Pro HC forged design with high compression for improved output
• ✅ T-5 heat-treated for durability under high loads and temperatures
• ✅ Moly-coated skirt for quicker break-in and longer piston life

Benefits of use:

• 🔹 More power & torque across the full rev range thanks to higher compression
• 🔹 Better reliability from 2618 forged aluminum strength and heat treatment
• 🔹 Faster break-in & reduced wear with low-friction skirt coating

Technical specifications:

• 📌 Brand: VERTEX
• 📌 Engine type: 4-Stroke
• 📌 Displacement: 450 cc
• 📌 Bore size: 97.00 mm
• 📌 Piston diameter: 96.95 mm
• 📌 Compression ratio: 12.8:1
• 📌 Material: Forged 2618 aluminum alloy
• 📌 Skirt coating: Moly coated
• 📌 Vendor part number: 24449A
• 📌 Kit includes: piston, rings, wrist pin, circlips

Why choose this piston kit?

• ⭐ Performance-focused high-compression upgrade from a trusted engine brand
• ⭐ Designed for strength, durability and consistent sealing under hard riding
• ⭐ Convenient all-in-one kit for a proper top-end refresh