Maintenance & Technical > KX500 Steel Frame Conversion (SFC)

2003 KX250 / KX500 hybrid.

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love2ride450:
Thanks Don, I think it will make a nice bike, and I intend to keep you guys posted on the progress. It's going to be a slow go, and I may not even finish it this year, due to financial stuff, and I want to do a nice job. I'm going to ride the 250 as is while I go through the K5 and gather some parts for the build. 

sintax:

The main reason i was suggesting going with a newer motor was strictly for parts reasons. I know its gotten harder to find late model KX5 stuff, let alone early factory parts. As for the 97+ deal, I knew the last major change for the bike was in 97, but did not think there was any engine changes made since the early 90's, but figured you might have a better shot at getting a less abused engine had it been made in the last 5-6 yrs

The Flyin Hawaiian:
The 03 and 04 KX250s are very similar, I have both. The 04 doesnt share much with the 05 up, I also have a 07. The biggest differance between the 03 and 04 is the rear suspension linkage. The 03 is a bit better in rocky terrain due to its linkage arrangement. If you want to get technical, the 03 is a single year bike and the 04 is a single year bike. There were major changes in the frame, chassis, and engine in the 05 to 07 KX250s. The front brake on the 04 got the Honda style brake hose routing and does have a little better feel. The power on the 04 is better, more smoother delivery and more low end power. That wont make a differance since you are thinking of swapping a 500 into it. I have a 02 500 and was thinking about swapping it into my 04 chassis in the future.

doordie:
Here is my new baby! 8-)

Revloc clutch
Rinopipe
Spacers made for fitting old wheels and brakerotor
on.on.....

The Flyin Hawaiian:
Looks great! I was debating about doing this since I have an 02 500 and a 04 250.

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