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What is the diff with 1993 vs 1994 and up wheels?

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vaaprider:
I am having trouble finding 17" wheels for my 1993 kx500.  Several companies have them for 1994 and up what is the difference?
Also, I am planning to lace 17" rim to my stock front hub does the rim need to be a special rim and spokes what are the details on what I need to buy for this.  I want a complete assembly for the rear with cush drive.

Any feedback greatly appreciated!

sandblaster:
Go to the link and scroll to the right and check out the front and rear hubs.

http://oem-cycle.com/KAWASAKIKX500BIKEID.shtml

Rears are the same 89-04 other then in 97 and newer they used a 3 bearing rear hub.
On the front, 93 and earlier used a 17mm axle.
In 94 they switched to a 20mm axle.

Are you wanting Supermoto wheels?

vaaprider:
Yes, I would like to have it finished, street legal, by summer.  I bought a 96 klx650r for a dual sport so I am going to make the K5 pure street.

sandblaster:
The rear is no problem.
The front will be the issue.
Send alward25 a PM and he can check with his supplier to see if they can help.
Their catalog from last year shows they make it but I don't know if that is a typo.
If Alex can't help, call the guys at Procycle 1-800-496-5516.
They can get custom spokes to fit nearly any application.

alward25:
Better option for future parts might be to update your front end to the 94 and newer.  Lots of cheap parts out there and opens up your pool of used parts.  I can check and see, it might be just a bearing and spacer change.

Alex

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