Maintenance & Technical > KX500 Original

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godswrath:
just curious what would be the difference between a 85 kx 500 and a 2003 kx500. i have heard the suspension was really the only thing that changed.

ZETTNORCAL:
I am not positve, But the engines are different also. I know that the powervalve setup is changed on the newer ones.

Goat:
85 doesn't have a powervalve. Powervalves are nice but also a pain sometimes. 85 doesn't have a subframe. Shock linkage is goofy. There is a adjustable rod that connects to the top of the swingarm and to a pivot arm that bolts to the frame. The shock connects to a linkage at the bottom of the frame and to the pivot arm at the top. It works but it's not as good as the shock bolted to the frame at the top and linkage at the bottom. (I like to jump retarded heights lol)  The 85 also has a 18" rear wheel and drum brakes, Disc in the front. Any other questions about the 85 just ask. I have one sitting in my garage.

jfabmotorsports.com:
The grips, chain and front inner tube might be the same but thats about it.  :-D

Goat:

--- Quote from: jfabmotorsports.com on February 10, 2010, 03:14:13 AM ---The grips, chain and front inner tube might be the same but thats about it.  :-D

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The 85 comes with a non o ring chain :P

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