1986 kx 500

[ktm250f74]

The 86 KX500 doesn't have a KIPS valve does it? Would this make the bike slow and not feel like it had the same kick at the powerband?

[stewart]

86 was first year with kips ,, 85 was first year of water cooled ,, i bought a 86 new in 86 ..they did not use top flap till 89

[RoostDaddy]

i believe the 86 has the side drums, just not the top flapper.
If it feels sluggish on bottom, check to be sure the power valves are working and not gummed up.

[hughes]

Here's a photo. drum style power valves.

[ktm250f74]

Was the 86 the first year to have disk brakes?

[hughes]

Here's a good photo of the 86 kx500, Yes I feel that 86 was first year for both front and rear disc.

[ktm250f74]

ok thanks I just wanted to make shure I had an 86

[hughes]

Throw a photo up the ole gal.