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k5 klx 450r conversion

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kawiboy63:
has anybody built a klx450r/kx 500 yet? it would be so sick if i could find a roller id build it with the enduro set up and headlight and all

Twosmokerfan:
Hi Kawiboy63,

I am in the process of doing it now.  I am just sourcing the KLX and then will do the engine swap.  Have the donor engine, and done a lot of research on the electrical system, as I still want to keep it street legal.  Just re-built the K5 engine and tuning it now.  You will have to watch this space, and I will document everything for all to read when I have finished.

Twosmokerfan:
Well, I just picked up my 2008 KLX450 and took it for a ride.  Awesome bike and I am really looking forward to the conversion.  Turn really nicely, but the suspension is where it needs work.

Looks like the only issue I will have is the electrical system, but I will let everyone know how it goes.

weymouth399:
Any update on this project?

Bob W

Twosmokerfan:
Update as follows:

Engine finished with new ignition (Powerdynamo).
KLX chassis being stripped and cleaned.
Brackets being welded in the next few weeks. 

It has been taking forever due to lack of time (haven't even had time to ride my Gas Gas EC300, although I did trial fit up the engine in the frame and it fits quite well, to the point where I almost decided to use the Gas Gas Chassis).

Electrics being finalised now while I am waiting for the chassis to be finished.

Sorry about the delay guys.  Kids and University study take up a lot of time.
TSF

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