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Offline Pmcg

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2000 KX500 Project
« on: July 16, 2013, 03:41:35 PM »
I recently traded my much loved 1995 kx250 for a beat 2000 kx500.  I was really happy with the 250 for the past 10 years until I got on a buddies 500 and realized the massive power difference.  I was able to get my hands on a street titled frame and a blown motor a while back but was about to scrap the project until I saw the add on craigslist.  About 150 miles and some tears later I was the proud owner of a poorly maintained and neglected  kx500! 

I thought I would make 1 thread for all my questions to keep from cluttering the forum up.  This forum has been a great resource so I've tried to stick with site sponsors whenever possible.  Todd over at Pinsonnault Racing did the top end for me with a 88mm windowed piston, ported cylinder, and head work to match.  Todd is currently working on the crank rebuild and balancing.  I plan on sending the head to Larry next for the compression release so I dont have to wear my ridding boots everywhere. 

Frame is back from powder coating forks are rebuilt and lucky for me my garage is so "cozy" I never have to walk very far for a tool or a beer. 


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and after reading Motorrads engine rebuild advice, the most important "tool" in the garage



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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #1 on: July 16, 2013, 03:53:51 PM »
hey there buddy.......good luck on your project.  One piece of advice I will give you is.......CORRECT JETTING AFTER YOUR BUILD IS COMPLETE. :-D

Take lots of pictures and post lots of details as you build.
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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #2 on: July 16, 2013, 04:05:37 PM »
Thanks.  I will take the Jetting advice to heart.  I'm pretty sure an angel lost her wings when your motor went down. 

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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #3 on: July 16, 2013, 04:25:49 PM »
Please tell me the bottom shelf is beer for your enemies

Top shelf looks good!

d**n I need someone from Idaho to ship me a case of beer I want

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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #4 on: July 16, 2013, 04:27:36 PM »
Oh and vendors don't pay a nickle to be here n they have advertising becausethey are stand up good vendors.  That do A+ work...    Can't buy your way in on this site
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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #5 on: July 16, 2013, 04:49:36 PM »
If I am ever drinking beer from the bottom shelf something has gone seriously wrong.  Good to know about the vendors.  Todd's top end work was awesome.  Perfect ring gap.  Can't wait to ride it with a balanced crank.   

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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #6 on: July 16, 2013, 04:56:32 PM »
If I am ever drinking beer from the bottom shelf something has gone seriously wrong.  Good to know about the vendors.  Todd's top end work was awesome.  Perfect ring gap.  Can't wait to ride it with a balanced crank.   

You should see his stage 2 port work  :wink:

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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #7 on: July 17, 2013, 05:30:20 AM »
« Last Edit: July 17, 2013, 05:38:20 AM by Motorrad »

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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #8 on: July 17, 2013, 05:47:20 AM »
Just remember, it is scientifically proven that if you drink beer you are twice as likely to get bit by mosquitoes as a non beer drinker.
So, Drink Rum instead  :lol:
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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #9 on: July 17, 2013, 06:41:51 AM »
MMMMMMMMMM  :-P 

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Looks like a fun project, you wont miss the 250 till the later part of the ride & your worn out from the 500 woopin on ya  :-D
if I only had a pair, I could actually ride this thing

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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #10 on: July 17, 2013, 09:50:47 AM »
Just remember, it is scientifically proven that if you drink beer you are twice as likely to get bit by mosquitoes as a non beer drinker.
So, Drink Rum instead  :lol:



I always loved this way of getting rid of mosquitos....although I don't believe there's any proven science behind it...it's still funny.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQ3MRkdF9Sk
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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #11 on: July 17, 2013, 02:48:42 PM »
Please tell me the bottom shelf is beer for your enemies

Top shelf looks good!

d**n I need someone from Idaho to ship me a case of beer I want

There is a Boise distributor for Laughing Dog (not to be confused with 2 Doggs F'ing) ,,,,,,,,,,,Cream Ale right???
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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #12 on: July 17, 2013, 03:08:46 PM »
I like where this is going. Kx500 build and micro brew reviews.  Up next will be front fork installation and from beautiful Colorado Brechenridge Breweries oatmeal stout.

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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #13 on: July 17, 2013, 03:11:21 PM »
Please tell me the bottom shelf is beer for your enemies

Top shelf looks good!

d**n I need someone from Idaho to ship me a case of beer I want

There is a Boise distributor for Laughing Dog (not to be confused with 2 Doggs F'ing) ,,,,,,,,,,,Cream Ale right???

YES!!!!

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Re: 2000 KX500 Project
« Reply #14 on: July 17, 2013, 03:19:55 PM »
Please tell me the bottom shelf is beer for your enemies

Top shelf looks good!

d**n I need someone from Idaho to ship me a case of beer I want

There is a Boise distributor for Laughing Dog (not to be confused with 2 Doggs F'ing) ,,,,,,,,,,,Cream Ale right???

YES!!!!

PM you tomorrow
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