The KX500 is a dinosaur when it comes to frame construction.
Let's get real.... I love the KX500 but that frame is basically the same from 1988-2004
The geometry is great for what it was designed for.
But it was never designed for guys like this:
Even when the KX500 was being backed by the factory, it's limitations were well known.
After all they developed a awesome frame gusset setup for their factory riders.
Until recently we have been suck imitating the factory effort on our own.
No more
Jason Tanner sat down and developed a gusset kit for the KX500 that you can buy.
If after reviewing this post, you want to buy a kit call Jason at 541-653-5334.
I have no details for pricing but the kit is well under a hundred...
Jason Tanner's KX500 frame gusset kit.
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Jason Tanner's KX500 frame gusset kit.
If bikes are for kids I'll never grow up.
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Re: Jason Tanner's KX500 frame gusset kit.
Here is a link to Jason's installation video on youtube..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pL6MqT8Iox0
Here is Jason outside the shop hand shaping the prototype kit.
Here is some of the parts...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pL6MqT8Iox0
Here is Jason outside the shop hand shaping the prototype kit.
Here is some of the parts...
If bikes are for kids I'll never grow up.
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Re: Jason Tanner's KX500 frame gusset kit.
I just picked this up from the weld shop today.
It's over at powder coat and I'll get you more detailed pics when it's done.
It's over at powder coat and I'll get you more detailed pics when it's done.
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Re: Jason Tanner's KX500 frame gusset kit.
Jason has a kit that is very similar to the old Team Green set up.
He also has another version that replaces the Team Green Band-aid fix for the upper exhaust mount on the right side.
I'll post pics of both styles when I get them...
He also has another version that replaces the Team Green Band-aid fix for the upper exhaust mount on the right side.
I'll post pics of both styles when I get them...
If bikes are for kids I'll never grow up.
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Re: Jason Tanner's KX500 frame gusset kit.
Is there a website where I can order a kit? I'm getting ready to do a complete tear down and its the perfect time to add this kit.
Ken
2001 KX500
1999 KX250
2001 KX500
1999 KX250
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Re: Jason Tanner's KX500 frame gusset kit.
Jason??? Website???
Nope.. he's not a web guy but you can call him and talk to him any time... At least when he answers
541-653-5334
Since he is a working man he often has greasy hands and can't always answer so leave him a message.
If he does not respond right away pester him... I love it
Nope.. he's not a web guy but you can call him and talk to him any time... At least when he answers
541-653-5334
Since he is a working man he often has greasy hands and can't always answer so leave him a message.
If he does not respond right away pester him... I love it
If bikes are for kids I'll never grow up.
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Re: Jason Tanner's KX500 frame gusset kit.
Ha ha thanks. I'll give him a try
Ken
2001 KX500
1999 KX250
2001 KX500
1999 KX250
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