KX Riders

Maintenance & Technical => KX500 Original => Topic started by: Rd on January 04, 2009, 10:51:33 AM

Title: 1988 model differances
Post by: Rd on January 04, 2009, 10:51:33 AM

I may be able to get a 1988 KX500 in a horse trading deal and have been entertaining the thought of a KX250/500 hybrid. Nothing exotic just a steel frame 250 chassis.
Is the 1988 a bad year? I think the 1988 may be the last year with the old style KIPS setup.
Should I look for a newer motor or is the 88 OK?

Title: Re: 1988 model differances
Post by: kwakman on January 04, 2009, 11:54:05 AM

A few people,(myself included) think the earlier model has superior porting.My 86 is a nasty, nasty animal and loses nothing when up against my mates 93. Both are standard at minute bar pipes and ignition timing adjustment. And I run one tooth less on back sprocket.Ultimately, there aint a lot, if anything in it.As long as you look after it on a religious basis, it'll tear your shoulders out no matter what.

Title: Re: 1988 model differances
Post by: Rd on January 05, 2009, 02:15:15 AM

Thanks for response kwakman.A friend has an 87 and it runs very well but I believe he had a hard time trying to find a cylinder for it.
 
I am sure the engine would have to be gone thru top and bottom end. Talked to the guy last night and he said it was a 89. Should be looking at it this week to determine what he really has?