{"product_id":"connecting-rod-kit-for-kawasaki-sx-550-1982-1995","title":"Connecting Rod Kit for Kawasaki SX 550 1982-1995","description":"\u003ch2\u003eConnecting Rod Kit for Kawasaki SX 550\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis connecting rod kit is a replacement crankshaft rod assembly for the Kawasaki SX 550, built to restore bottom-end integrity on 1982 through 1995 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis connecting rod kit for Kawasaki SX 550 delivers the rods, bearings, and pins needed to rebuild a worn or seized crankshaft assembly. Riders and shops turn to this kit when a 1982 to 1995 SX 550 needs fresh bottom-end components. Each kit is assembled for the SX 550 so the rebuild goes back together with matched parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged steel connecting rods for high-torque two-stroke loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaged needle bearings for smooth rod-to-crank rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-ground crank pins for consistent bearing fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrust washers included for proper side clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced rod sets to limit vibration at wide-open throttle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Kawasaki SX 550 (1982-1995)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Kawasaki JS 550\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Kawasaki 550 SX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom-end rebuilds after a rod bearing failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrankshaft refresh during a top-end service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring older SX 550 stand-up skis for seasonal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShop-level engine overhauls on 1982 to 1995 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnecting Rod Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKawasaki SX 550, 1982-1995\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRods, bearings, pins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this kit service both rods? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connecting rod kits for the SX 550 are commonly supplied as matched sets so both rods share the same balance and wear characteristics. Confirm the contents listing before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can I install this without splitting the cases? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connecting rod replacement requires splitting the crankcase and pressing the crankshaft apart. This job is best handled by a shop with the right press and alignment tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51060104069206,"sku":"OO1C01608","price":207.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_9e86f1cc-27cf-4e96-8f24-a1267ceaa835.jpg?v=1794306707","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/connecting-rod-kit-for-kawasaki-sx-550-1982-1995","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}