Kawasaki Motorcycle Forums - Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum Your never too old to play in the dirt! If you prefer to ride your Kawasaki offroad, This is the forum for you! en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:54:23 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/images2/misc/rss.jpg Kawasaki Motorcycle Forums - Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum riders http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/121008-riders.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:24:39 GMT any other nor cal riders out here? any other nor cal riders out here? ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad mxmec.09 http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/121008-riders.html ozzy noob kx250 parts ? http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/121006-ozzy-noob-kx250-parts.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:15:02 GMT As i nooby to this group just wondering where i can get parts for my sons KX250 here in Australia and online US

Even with owning 2 ducatis i'm having teething problems with his 2006 already haven't hit the dirt.

clutch basket worn
kick start falling apart
fuel ratio ?

all new in this field

already started on you archives

shane tbird
kx250
2008 ducati hypermotard
1982ss ducati

and cars as well ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad shanetbird http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/121006-ozzy-noob-kx250-parts.html Kx125 2001 Rebuild http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120973-kx125-2001-rebuild.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:11:20 GMT Well, 2 months ago i bought a crappy 2001 KX125. :cool: The day i bought it. Image: http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/5111/78484201.jpg Later at home. Image: http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/333/18311273.jpg Well, 2 months ago i bought a crappy 2001 KX125. :cool:

The day i bought it.



Later at home.





So the tear down began...

Parts in plastics bags:








New: piston, ring, engine gaskets, clutch discs, spark plug, radiators, radiator hoses, water pump impeller, shift lever, clutch lever, front brake lever, rear brake hose, clutch and throttle cable, front number plate, side plates, fork covers, fork seals, brake pads (front and rear), chain, both sprockets, chain rollers, chain block, Monster Energy graphics & seat cover, seat foam, rim locks (both), swing arm bearings, wheel bearings... i think thatīs it.

Work done: Complete tear down, frame painting, wheel hubs painting, swing arm polish, forks, engine complete tear down inspection and rebuild, and LOT OF CLEANING and putting it back together.








The final result:



Hope you like it. :biggrin: ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad Sergio_A http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120973-kx125-2001-rebuild.html Gear change mechanism problem http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120949-gear-change-mechanism-problem.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:15:56 GMT Hi guys

My KX125 '85 engine rebuild is almost done but I have one problem with gear change mechanism. I didn't took a photo of this mechanism before got it apart (surprise!). Otherwise I have took several photos before getting engine apart.
So I'm not sure how that big spring should be assembled on mechanism. I cannot get it working no matter how I put the spring in there. Can you tell/explain how this should be done? Is that spring in right orientation on my attachment picture?

Thanks!

Mikko
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]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad mkuivamaki http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120949-gear-change-mechanism-problem.html Yet another VIN question http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120944-yet-another-vin-question.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:57:57 GMT Hey guys, I have a question about the vin on my 93 KX125. I purchased the bike about 6 mos ago, got a signed bill of sale, but did not check the vin upon purchase. After getting it home, cleaning it up (it was a cruddy basket case) and looking for the vin on the headstock, I found that the 13th... Hey guys, I have a question about the vin on my 93 KX125. I purchased the bike about 6 mos ago, got a signed bill of sale, but did not check the vin upon purchase. After getting it home, cleaning it up (it was a cruddy basket case) and looking for the vin on the headstock, I found that the 13th and 14th digits have been ground off (appears to be intentional). The partial vin that I have is JKAKXRJ11PAC (or O?) _ _ 972. I know that the last 5 digits are for production numbers, so would anybody have any idea how to find out those two digits? Can I use the engine # to cross reference it in any way? That # is still intact. I have heard about using acid to reveal the impression in the metal, but what kind of acid? The grind marks are pretty deep, so I dont know. Any help would be appreciated. ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad KXjaysun http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120944-yet-another-vin-question.html Parts wanted for a 91-94 kdx250 http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120928-parts-wanted-91-94-kdx250.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:57:14 GMT Just wondering if anyone has one of these they are parting out.If so let me know what you have and what you are asking.Looking for any and all plastic,rear rims,hubs or assembly,and just about anything else that would come in handy during a restoration. Just wondering if anyone has one of these they are parting out.If so let me know what you have and what you are asking.Looking for any and all plastic,rear rims,hubs or assembly,and just about anything else that would come in handy during a restoration. ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad Plotski http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120928-parts-wanted-91-94-kdx250.html 1982 KD80 Restore - clutch help needed http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120913-1982-kd80-restore-clutch-help-needed.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:19:28 GMT Hello,

I bought (2) 1982 kd80's together a month ago... One runs and is restored - the other was a parts bike but it's not missing that many parts so I'm trying to get it restored and running also. The main missing pieces are an ignition coil, levers, carb float, engine cover for carb, sprocket and chain. I've been successful finding most parts on ebay but not the carb cover - If any has a lead for a good used one (inexpensive) - please let me know...

As for the clutch - I don't know much about bikes/transmissions in general - I'm new to dirt bikes..Always been a car and boat guy. I believe the transmission is intact ( I see gears through the oil fill plug) and the clutch actuator is there - but shouldn't it feel spring loaded? It just turns in and out with no spring tension... I plan to swap over the coil from my other bike to start the engine then see if it goes through the gears - but I question if it will work with the clutch like this... I have been looking on kawasakipartsnation.com and beartooth kawi to see the exploded view and it doesn't look as easy as I hoped... Anyone experienced with what might be causing this? ( I'm ready for the question, "are you sure the clutch is inside and not removed for parts"...) - The answer is "no" I'm not sure of that but if I had to guess at this point I'd say it's all there - Other parts were stripped from it but the engine looks unmolested -lol. ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad speedman79 http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120913-1982-kd80-restore-clutch-help-needed.html Need Out put shaft, Where can one be found? http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120886-need-out-put-shaft-where-can-one-found.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:54:23 GMT Hey all,

I have a 1990 KX250 and I need a output shaft for it. I got the bike recently and the former owner(s) didn't maintain well. The shaft has notches on each spline worn as deep as 1/8" where the counter sprocket engages. When you move the sprocket forward and back it's a huge amount of movement. Any suggestions? I am having trouble locating one. I purchased one, from Cycle Parts Nation, but they have emailed me and informed me that Kawasaki has discontinued that part. That has me bummed out. Please help if you can.

Thanks

Hawkeye:confused: ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad Hawkeye58 http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120886-need-out-put-shaft-where-can-one-found.html WTB 14032: COVER-CLUTCH for 1992 KX500 http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120885-wtb-14032-cover-clutch-1992-kx500.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:30:24 GMT Hey guys My brake pedal went through my case! :bd: arrr Anybody have one for sale? Hey guys
My brake pedal went through my case! :bd:

arrr

Anybody have one for sale? ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad kxboblarry http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120885-wtb-14032-cover-clutch-1992-kx500.html buddy moved, gave me his kx125! http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120849-buddy-moved-gave-me-his-kx125.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:32:17 GMT Hi all. New to the forum, to dirt bikes, and really to owning motorcycles. I've ridden friends and my dad's bikes before but never got around to buying one. Well, a buddy of mine got laid off and got a job out of state. Long story short, he gave me his 1985 kx125 for $0. He said that he bought it about 2 years ago and thought that it started, but for some reason wouldn't move. He couldn't remember what the problem was. He never got around to messing with it.

I'm pretty mechanically inclined although I don't do it for a living. I do all my own work on my vehicles but generally its brakes, pumps or sensors, suspension, and the like. Usually not engine type work but I have access to people who are skilled in such things. So I think I have the skills, resources, and tools to tackle most things.

However, being new to small engines I am not 100% sure where to start on this. I have a serivce manual on order from ebay (the OEM, not the Clymer) and was planning on first doing a compression test. Assuming that is ok, I was then going to take off the carb and give it a good cleaning, drain any fluids and replace, as well as replace any filters. Then check for spark and try to start it.

Does this sound like a good start?

I know right now that I'm going to have to replace the brakes, change shock fluid (or replace), tires, and have the spokes checked to make sure they're good. I don't know anything about the transmission or clutch. ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad hoboscratch http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120849-buddy-moved-gave-me-his-kx125.html Price question http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120845-price-question.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:01:57 GMT Hey guys, I have a 1994 Kawasaki Kx 80cc with new engien and is in mint cond. I just wanted to know if I would go to sell my bike, how much should I ask.... Please let me know... Thanks. Hey guys, I have a 1994 Kawasaki Kx 80cc with new engien and is in mint cond. I just wanted to know if I would go to sell my bike, how much should I ask.... Please let me know...

Thanks. ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad kx rider http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120845-price-question.html kx85 shifting issue http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120835-kx85-shifting-issue.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:28:21 GMT ...on my kids 04 kx85, the shifter moves but with no resistance...my hunch us something is broke inside...ive worked on cars...bikes are new to me...any help would be appreciated...i have 2 boys and 2 bikes...i will probably need alot of help thanks rusty ...on my kids 04 kx85, the shifter moves but with no resistance...my hunch us something is broke inside...ive worked on cars...bikes are new to me...any help would be appreciated...i have 2 boys and 2 bikes...i will probably need alot of help
thanks rusty ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad ironoxide1 http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120835-kx85-shifting-issue.html KX60 Fuel Milage http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120826-kx60-fuel-milage.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:34:56 GMT I know this is something we really don't think about when it comes to off-road bikes, but I'm wondering if anyone has a rough idea as to how far one can go with a KX60.

The loop we ride is 18 miles, I'm considering carrying a quart of pre-mix with me the first time around just in case my daughter runs her new-to-us KX60 out of gas.
Or am I being paranoid?

The tank appears to hold right around 1 gallon, I don't think it has a reserve, so you run out, you're pretty well stuck till somebody comes along with go-juice.
If it's likely to run out before say 20 miles, I'd much rather start looking for a larger tank now than when I need it next spring. So if someone has some suggestions on bigger tanks, that too would be appreciated.

Thanks. ]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad solitary http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120826-kx60-fuel-milage.html <![CDATA['03 Kx100]]> http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120799-03-kx100.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:22:49 GMT I just bought a '03 KX100 for my wife with a pro circuit 105 kit on it...it was running really badly when i picked it up...i took the carb off and cleaned up real good...put it back together and it starts on the first kick everytime, idles perfect, revs perfect....but it wont hit the powerband for sh*t....it doesnt bog out at the top end...it just wont hit the powerband at all....im running 100 octane VP fuel, with castrol gold 36/1....any suggestions?????? help..

]]> Kawasaki Motocross and Offroad bartoner http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120799-03-kx100.html 1990 kx-125 problems http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/forum/kawasaki-motocross-offroad/120795-1990-kx-125-problems.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:48:40 GMT i have a kx-125 and i had it re-sleved, put a new piston in it, cleaned the carb. when i start it up it runs but it bogs out bf reving out,it starts in 1-2 kicks, also after re-sleeving it the compression is still at 60psi any advice? please help i have a kx-125 and i had it re-sleved, put a new piston in it, cleaned the carb. when i start it up it runs but it bogs out bf reving out,it starts in 1-2 kicks, also after re-sleeving it the compression is still at 60psi any advice? please help
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