Machined from the lightest structural metal available, AZ31B Magnesium Alloyand then Electroless Nickel Boron Nitride Plated. The TRO designs Superleggera Version of the V4 oil filter cover weighs over 40% lessthan the Ducati part!
Features of the Mg Alloy TRO designs Oil Filter Cover for Ducati V4's:
Boron Nitride Electroless Nickel (BNEN or NiB) PlatedMagnesium Alloy - thisextremely hard platingprevents corrosion and wear on the "soft" Magnesium Alloy. The combination leveragesall the benefits of a lightweight metalyet with theabrasionresistanceof a heavy, hardened steel
NiB plating is ~70 Rockwell C (760 Brinell)vs 49 Brinell for bare AZ31B. Extremely low coefficient of friction
BeautifulSatin Nickel Silverappearance is slippery to the touch
Removable locking pindesign allowseasier and safer filter cover removal
The elegant design features a removable locking pin that is installed through the filter cover - this allows the user to pull the cover out quickly and smoothly with pliers.
Due to the Electroless Nickel plating process, there is natural variation in the finish of the part. Earlier photos are of the original Chromate Conversion coated parts.
