Maintenance & Technical > KX500 Aluminum Frame Conversion (AFC)
Another 450F to KX500 conversion
ToomanyKaws:
My frame was dropped off today with Jerrys frame rails, a mock up motor and a bunch of color pics from this site. I think we have most of it under control. Few questions though.
Where have most mounted the coil and ignition box?
As far as Radiator mods. Most move the left, (shifter side) lower radiator mount on the 450 frame up? And then mod the radiator mounting tab?
Any help will be appreciated. I have a lot of teardown pics. Can't wait to get the frame back and post up the projects progress.
thanks
Doug
jfabmotorsports.com:
If you locate the frame rails fare enough forword you do not have to do anything to the radiator mounts, just put the tab back on the frame where it was after instaling the rails. I mount the CDI in the stock location and the coil on the left side near the fuel valve. You have to get the coil inboard enough or it will interfear with after market radiator braces. I hope the pics help.
JFAB
kxpegger:
Doug,
On mine SH left the radiator in the stock location and modified the lower tank area (removed some of the lower tank to clear the frame rail) and repositioned the lower hose connection.
RM_Rider14:
Other than geometry and looks, why put all the time and effort into going to an aluminum frame when it weighs more? Just curious...
jfabmotorsports.com:
--- Quote from: RM_Rider14 on March 31, 2010, 02:41:48 AM ---Other than geometry and looks, why put all the time and effort into going to an aluminum frame when it weighs more? Just curious...
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You said it all...Superior geometry and outstanding looks! :-D
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