BAK 448602 BAKFlip MX4 GEN 3 Hard Fold Tonneau Cover 17-26 Honda Ridgeline 5'4"

Vehicle Fitment

• 2017-2026 Honda Ridgeline (All Trims, 5 ft. 4 in. Bed) - Sport, RTL, RTL-E, Black Edition

Fitment Notes

• Fits the second-generation Honda Ridgeline (2017-2026) - the first-generation Ridgeline (2006-2014) requires a different part number
• Compatible with the Ridgeline's unique in-bed trunk design - trunk access is maintained with this cover installed
• No-drill installation for this application - all required hardware and click-in clamps are included
• NOT compatible with a toolbox installation
• NOT key lockable - security is achieved through the patented automatic latch system and tailgate lock

Features

• GEN 3 upgrade delivers 22% greater panel strength over the original MX4 design, achieved through high-density polymer-reinforced aluminum top panels and precision-engineered aluminum side rails
• Re-engineered automatic latching system provides improved resistance to forced entry compared to the GEN 2 design - panels lock automatically when the cover closes
• Hard tri-fold design provides 100% full bed access - fold all panels flush against the cab and secure with re-engineered prop rod clips for vibration-free open-bed hauling
• Rated to hold 400 lbs. of evenly distributed weight on top of the cover
• Revised EPDM rubber perimeter seals combined with all-new tight-fit clamps deliver superior weather resistance - the best seal achieved across any MX4 generation
• Dual-action tailgate seal is 13% longer than the GEN 2 design, providing enhanced rear weather protection and allowing factory tailgate functionality in any cover position
• Ultra-low-profile, flush-mount design sits level with the bed rails - the cover disappears into the truck's profile with a sleek, factory-integrated appearance
• Textured matte black finish applied to all surfaces - panels, rails, and hardware - for a uniform, premium appearance that resists UV fading and scratching
• Integrated water drainage system channels moisture out of the bed
• Full 3rd brake light visibility maintained in all cover positions - open, folded, or closed
• Tested in extreme conditions from -40°F to 180°F and 0-95% humidity for all-season reliability
• Improved click-in installation design reduces setup time by 12% compared to previous MX4 generations
• Assembled in Missouri, USA with globally sourced materials, backed by a 5-year limited warranty

Specifications

• Bed Fit: 5 ft. 4 in. - 2017-2026 Honda Ridgeline (All Trims)
• Generation: GEN 3 (current production)
• Panel Material: High-density polymer-reinforced aluminum
• Rail Material: Precision-engineered aluminum
• Finish: Textured Matte Black (all surfaces)
• Color: Matte Black
• Seal Material: EPDM rubber (revised full perimeter)
• Tailgate Seal: Dual-action, 13% longer than GEN 2
• Weight Capacity: 400 lbs. (evenly distributed)
• Folding Style: Hard tri-fold (folds against cab for 100% bed access)
• Installation Type: No-drill, click-in clamp-on
• Installation Time: 30 minutes or less
• Drain System: Integrated water drainage
• Locking Method: Patented automatic slam latches per panel; tailgate lock
• Key Lockable: No
• Toolbox Compatible: No
• Paintable: No
• Temperature Range Tested: -40°F to 180°F
• Assembly: Assembled in Missouri, USA with globally sourced materials
• Warranty: 5-Year Limited

Included Components

• 1x BAKFlip MX4 GEN 3 Hard Folding Tonneau Cover (5 ft. 4 in. Ridgeline fitment)
• 1x Mounting rail set with click-in tight-fit clamps
• 1x Hardware and fastener kit
• 1x Integrated water drainage system components
• 1x Vehicle-specific installation instruction sheet

Product Description

The BAK Industries 448602 BAKFlip MX4 GEN 3 is the third-generation evolution of the world's best-selling truck bed cover, purpose-built for the 2017-2026 Honda Ridgeline with a 5 ft. 4 in. bed. The GEN 3 upgrade brings meaningful engineering improvements across every dimension of the original MX4 design - starting with aluminum top panels reinforced with high-density polymer cores that deliver 22% greater strength compared to the original model. The re-engineered automatic latching system provides improved forced-entry resistance over the GEN 2, with panels that lock automatically the moment the cover closes. Combined with a patented auto-latch system and tailgate lock, the 448602 delivers hard-cover security in a sleek, low-profile package that sits flush with the Ridgeline's bed rails and practically disappears into the truck's profile. The textured matte black finish is applied uniformly across all panels, rails, and hardware for a factory-matched premium appearance.

Weather protection has been significantly upgraded in the GEN 3. Revised EPDM rubber perimeter seals pair with all-new tight-fit clamps that hold the cover tighter to the bed rails than any previous MX4 generation, preventing seepage across the entire perimeter. The dual-action tailgate seal is 13% longer than the GEN 2 design, ensuring rear weather protection regardless of whether the tailgate is open or closed - and maintaining full factory tailgate functionality in any cover position. The integrated water drainage system routes any moisture that does reach the rails directly out of the bed. The entire cover has been tested in conditions ranging from -40°F to 180°F and up to 95% humidity, validating its performance across all seasons and climates.

The GEN 3's improved click-in installation design reduces setup time by 12% over previous generations, and the entire cover can be installed in 30 minutes or less by one person with no drilling required. When full bed access is needed, all three panels fold flush against the cab - re-engineered prop rod clips hold the cover firmly open for rattle-free hauling at any speed, and the 3rd brake light remains fully visible in every cover position. The 448602 is compatible with the Ridgeline's unique in-bed trunk, 400-lb. weight-rated, assembled in Missouri, and backed by BAK's 5-year limited warranty - the strongest coverage in its class.