Heel Guard, RH (Rear Brake Master Cylinder Protector / Heel Plate) for Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 / Guerrilla 450 (Sherpa 450) – RAE00837/D (Alt: RAE00837/B)

Royal Enfield RAE00837 is the HEELGUARD, RH—a right-hand heel plate/guard that also functions as a rear brake master cylinder protector cover in the foot-control area. It helps prevent accidental boot contact with the master cylinder and adds protection from scuffs, stones, and minor tip-over damage. HEELGUARD, RH” under part no. RAE00837, and multiple OEM dealers show suffix variants such as RAE00837/B and RAE00837/D.

Also searched as: “heel guard RH”, “rear brake master cylinder guard”, “rear brake reservoir cover/guard”, “RH heel plate”, “RAE00837/D”.

Before you buy: this is a high-return category because heel guards can look similar across platforms—confirm by VIN/EPC on your side and photo-match hole spacing + shape to your existing RH guard before ordering. (If your bike is Sherpa 450 platform, this part is commonly referenced, but order strictly by verified part number.)

Key Features 

• Genuine Royal Enfield part family: RAE00837 = HEELGUARD, RH

• Protects RH-side area near rear brake master cylinder from boot scuffs and debris (practical protection)

• Helps reduce accidental boot interference with rear brake master cylinder body during riding

• OEM fit intent: correct hole placement and formed shape (return-prevention: photo-match required)

• Commonly sold as a single piece (1 unit)

• Suffix variants exist (B/D) depending on market/catalog listing

• Ideal replacement after crash/tip-over, scuffing, or broken mounting tabs

Compatibility Table (Critical)

Variants

• RAE00837/D — Heelguard, RH

• RAE00837/B — Heelguard, RH

FAQs 

Q1 (Fitment): How do I confirm RAE00837 is correct for my bike?
Check your VIN/EPC for the exact part number (RAE00837/B or RAE00837/D) and photo-match the guard’s hole spacing, bends, and mounting points to your existing RH guard.

Q2 (Fitment): Is this for Himalayan 450 or Guerrilla 450?
Some seller listings associate RAE00837 with Sherpa-450 bikes, but without an official EPC screenshot in this run we keep it ❓. If your VIN/EPC confirms RAE00837, proceed; otherwise do not order by guess.

Q3 (Comparison): OEM vs aftermarket heel guards—what changes?
OEM parts are formed to the correct offset and hole alignment. Aftermarket guards often “fit” but can rub the master cylinder/hoses or sit misaligned, causing vibration or fastener stress.

Q4 (Installation): Any installation precautions?
Clean the mounting threads, start bolts by hand to avoid cross-threading, and ensure the guard does not touch the brake line, banjo area, or master cylinder body before final tightening.

Q5 (Symptoms): What problems does this solve?
Cracked or missing heel guard, excessive boot scuffing on the brake master area, and reduced protection against stones/debris around the rear brake master cylinder.