The Best KX 125 Rebuild Ever!

[MXonaKawi]

I just finished changing all of those bearings in my KX500, and used that very same Motion Pro Bearing driver / removal tool kit.  Works very well.  

Awesome! I'm tackling my linkage, swingarm, front and rear hubs, and shock today. I may ask you some questions!

[MXonaKawi]

I found the cheapest OEM tank at Partzilla.
It was on backorder for over a month but finally arrived from Japan and made me a happy man.
Here it is...

[MXonaKawi]

Completely rebuilt Pro Circuit Linkage.
Brand new OEM Nuts, Bolts & Bearing Kit.
Brand new Bel Ray Grease too.



Brand new Acerbis Radiator Shrouds.
Brand new OEM Gas Tank w/ Petcock that came on the bike.
Brand new SDG Seat. I am going to make a template out of this cover and have a custom one made.



Mint Condition 99' KX 250 Triple Clamps bought on ebay and Powder Coated white to match the frame.

[MXonaKawi]

Brand new Swingarm bearings from Pivot Works.

Finally got the Swingarm attached to the frane and it's starting to look like a motorcycle again.

I attached the Linkage as well.

[Motorrad]

You guys that do this in your living room never stop amazing me.   God a seems lately I need a machine shop just to change the oil.   

Awesome work. Keep it up.

[sandblaster]

+1 excellent work... Congrats..

[MXonaKawi]

+1 excellent work... Congrats..

Thanks man! This has been such a learning experience for me. Removing and replacing the bearings was by the far the most daunting task so far and whether or not I ever do it myself again, it was a great experience as each step of this process has been. Not at the finish line yet, but I'm excited for the rest!

[KevinTwoStk]

Be sure to double-check where you put those washers in the linkage. None of the washers goes directly under a bolt head or nut flange. Your photo of the Pro Circuit linkage (jealous!) shows one of the washers under a nut flange.

I say this because my linkage was assembled the wrong way when I first got my '00 KX125. Fortunately I replaced the bearings and most of the bolts before I rode the bike, and was able to get the linkage correctly assembled during the process.

As long as you don't get water inside the linkage (such as when using a pressure washer) the grease should last a long time. Re-grease periodically and you may not have to replace any bearings for years and years.

I have noticed that the lower shock bearing has a little play even when brand new. It also gets contaminated faster than the other bearings. Be sure to especially keep an eye on that one.

[MXonaKawi]

Be sure to double-check where you put those washers in the linkage. None of the washers goes directly under a bolt head or nut flange. Your photo of the Pro Circuit linkage (jealous!) shows one of the washers under a nut flange.

I say this because my linkage was assembled the wrong way when I first got my '00 KX125. Fortunately I replaced the bearings and most of the bolts before I rode the bike, and was able to get the linkage correctly assembled during the process.

As long as you don't get water inside the linkage (such as when using a pressure washer) the grease should last a long time. Re-grease periodically and you may not have to replace any bearings for years and years.

I have noticed that the lower shock bearing has a little play even when brand new. It also gets contaminated faster than the other bearings. Be sure to especially keep an eye on that one.

Kevin, thanks for all the info my man! I will definitely keep an eye on the lower shock bearing and keep these bad boys greased regularly. Yea now that you mention it, that washer looks out of place. I wonder where it's supposed to go? I thought I followed the OEM diagram correctly.

http://www.procaliber.com/oempartfinder.htm?aribrand=KUS#/Kawasaki/KX125-L2_KX125_(2000)/REAR_SUSPENSION/KX125-L2-2000/C19C1922F2150

Judging by what I'm going by here, it looks like the washers are supposed to be on the inside of the linkage arms. OoOps. Thanks for pointing that out!

[MXonaKawi]

Just got my Custom Made OEM Style Gripper Seat Cover in.
I had it made in 3 parts.
-Black Gripper Top
-Black Sanded Gripper Sides
-Green Gripper Sides



My buddy over at Traction MX Seating took care of this for me and quickly. I sent it out last Thursday from SoCal, he received it on Saturday in New Jersey, and one week later to the day I have received and installed it on my bike.

The green plastics and green seat colors match almost perfectly in natural light. I took this photo at night in bad lighting.

For custom seats of any kind, please visit:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Traction-Mx-Seating/181117742034871

He will hook it up!

[Motorrad]

Can he do lettering like my seat has??   Would love a kx550 seat cover

[MXonaKawi]

Can he do lettering like my seat has??   Would love a kx550 seat cover

I wouldn't doubt it. Check out his facebook page and take a look at some of the intricate work he does. Let him know I sent you!

[myGreen]

Looks great! I really like when these great bikes are brought back to life!

[skunkworks]

That looks awesome mate !!

[MXonaKawi]

I went with Black UFO Side Panels.