91 KX500 Wheels on 97 KX500

[IridiumRed]

Will this work?

I know the front wheels changed bearings/axles (bigger diameter) in 94, the rear in 97

But, could you take later bearings and put them in the earlier wheels?  (same outer diameter of bearings for example?)

I ask b/c I have a 97 KX500, but I've got the chance to get a bunch of 91 KX500 parts in great condition for a low price.  Would be nice to have some spares.....

Thanks!
Steve

[Timbowe]

Surely theres got to be bearings that will do the job. Did the bearing size change in the rear or was it just the number of bearings, from 2-3? Check out bikebandits online OEM parts and compare part numbers. Hope this helps.        .Tim. [:=\}

[mikesmith]

When Kawasaki first changed to the larger axles they used a shim on the smaller axle to fit the bigger forks at Baja and B.I.T.D races.May be a cheaper way to go.