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Offline Abbott

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1985 KX500 swingarm shaft alternative
« on: October 17, 2016, 05:00:47 AM »
well, my swing arm pivot bolt is shot. the shaft is absolutely butchered because a previous owner completely neglected to reinstall the bushing that rides in the bearing.

anyone know if a newer KX500 swing arm pivot bolt will work? the one I have has a 24.5cm shaft length (minus the bolt head) and is 15mm dia. at the shaft and has a 14mm thread at the end...

thank you in advance! hoping a newer year will match up

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Re: 1985 KX500 swingarm shaft alternative
« Reply #1 on: October 17, 2016, 06:37:44 AM »


« Last Edit: October 17, 2016, 06:39:27 AM by sandblaster »
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Re: 1985 KX500 swingarm shaft alternative
« Reply #2 on: October 17, 2016, 08:28:43 AM »
thanks sandblaster!! you're the man. glad i didn't go ahead and just buy a new one. this forum sure comes in handy!