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HOT RODS Connecting Rod Kit - Kawasaki KX500 8148

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Connecting Rod Kit - Kawasaki KX500
Heavy-duty OE replacement connecting rods, Certified 8620 AISI steel provides superior strength, Crankpins are manufactured from hot-rolled ASTM 4115 and case hardened to level of 58-62Rc, Features the latest in caged needle roller bearing designs for high rpm longevity, Uniquely designed big end uses strategically located side scalloping and vent slots to minimize bearing race distortion at high rpm, Small ends are double drilled to supply extra lubrication and cooling to the wrist pin bearing, which is especially important when the piston crown is close to the wrist pin bearing, Shot-peened to eliminate surface stress risers and to smoothly blend together the rod forging's radiuses, Double honing produces an ultra-round bearing surface for reliability at high rpm, Most rod assemblies are sold complete with rod, crank pin, crank pin bearing, top-end bearing and silver-coated bronze phosphor thrust washers, Made in the USA, Compatible with Hot Rods and OE crankshafts.

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 61 reviews.

Customer photo review of 1987-2004 Kawasaki KX500 Shift Fork Kit

Shipping was fast, the product is great! When you could still buy the shift forks from Kawasaki they came out of spec :-( These are in spec and far better quality than Kawi's forks. They are in the bike and vastly improved the shifting on this KX500 BEAST!!! Thanks Luke!

1987-2004 Kawasaki KX500 Shift Fork Kit

Customer photo review of 2017-2025 Honda CRF450r/CRF250r Billet Gas Cap

Unfortunately, the gas cap got scratched during shipping, but after a few friendly emails, the problem was resolved perfectly for both sides. Friendly service, quick solutions, absolutely reliable Top-notch shop👍

2017-2025 Honda CRF450r/CRF250r Billet Gas Cap

Customer photo review of 1988-2004 KX500 Billet Engine Cases

Amazing!!! Luke is so helpful. These cases are amazing and a direct fit of my old cases. All parts are equally made and not one is below my standards

1988-2004 KX500 Billet Engine Cases

The best machined pieces I have ever seen. I have wanted a two piece KX500 billet side cover for a long time and can't wait to install it. So trick!

1986-2004 KX500 Two-Piece Billet Side Cover

Very quick shipping, and super pleased with the quality of this stator cover! The anodized black blends nicely with the satin black powder coat on my KX500 engine.

1983+ KX500 Billet Stator Cover- Kawasaki Logo

Quality parts!!! Very happy with what I received for the money!! Fit and finish is top tier. Also happy to support a company who is helping keep these two strokes alive! I will be back for more parts soon!

Billet Rear Silencer Bracket | KX500 & KX250

Bearings were a perfect fit. A couple of shaft bearings were on back order, which I reicieved shortly after a majority of my orders arrived. Quality of everything is immaculate I would certainly do business with Luke again. I honestly wish I could have purchased the billet cases for my kx500af build after seeing the precision on the covers and head. Highly recommend TSO

1986-2004 Kawasaki KX500 Complete Engine Bearing Kit

I ordered the case saver for my 98 kx250, the price of the TSO case saver was very close to the same as the original kawasaki one. The difference is huge, The TSO case saver is made of stainless steel for extra strength and great looks. Shipping and customer service was very fast and included mounting hardware. First time I ordered from TSO, but it won't be my last. Thanks TSO for offering a quality part and great customer service!

1992–2004 KX250 Case Saver| 316 Stainless Steel

So the cylinder head is immaculate and performs perfectly with the decompression valve. Much much easier to start this 500cc 2 stroke. I just wish I the decompression valve was coming off the side instead of straight out the top. Decompression valve creates interference taking out the spark plug when everything is mounted and the bike is together. Purchased a new wrench to remove the spark plug and all is ok. Overall happy 😁

1989-2004 Kawasaki KX500 Billet Cylinder Head Kit

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