Connecting Rod Kit 85-04 Kawasaki KX 500 Vintco KR2053

The VintCo KR2053 connecting rod kit is a newly manufactured heavy-duty replacement assembly for Kawasaki KX500 models from 1985 to 2004. Designed for vintage Kawasaki 500 dirt bike applications, it offers a lower-cost alternative to replacing the complete crankshaft and is produced using modern materials and manufacturing techniques for OEM-level fitment and performance. Connecting rod dimensions and measurements are available online with pictures.

Features

• Replacement connecting rod kit for Kawasaki KX500 models from 1985 to 2004
• Suitable for vintage Kawasaki 500 dirt bike applications
• Lower-cost alternative to replacing a complete crankshaft
• Manufactured using modern materials and manufacturing techniques
• Designed for OEM-level fitment and performance
• Includes connecting rod, crank pin, big end bearing, wrist pin bearing and two thrust washers

Specifications

• VintCo Part Number: KR2053
• Connecting rod material: heavy duty forged steel
• Crank pin size: 14 x 26 x 54.5 mm
• Big end bearing size: 26 x 33 x 21.8 mm
• Wrist pin bearing size: 19 x 24 x 24.8 mm
• Thrust washer size: 26.2 x 40.9 x 1 mm
• Kit contents: 1 connecting rod, 1 crank pin, 1 big end bearing, 1 wrist pin bearing, 2 thrust washers

Vehicle Fitments

• 1985 Kawasaki KX500
• 1986 Kawasaki KX500
• 1987 Kawasaki KX500
• 1988 Kawasaki KX500
• 1989 Kawasaki KX500
• 1990 Kawasaki KX500
• 1991 Kawasaki KX500
• 1992 Kawasaki KX500
• 1993 Kawasaki KX500
• 1994 Kawasaki KX500
• 1995 Kawasaki KX500
• 1996 Kawasaki KX500
• 1997 Kawasaki KX500
• 1998 Kawasaki KX500
• 1999 Kawasaki KX500
• 2000 Kawasaki KX500
• 2001 Kawasaki KX500
• 2002 Kawasaki KX500
• 2003 Kawasaki KX500
• 2004 Kawasaki KX500