How much does cylinder Replating cost?

Automotive Cylinder Blocks
Service MSRP
Auto 4-Cylinders – Strip, Plate, Hone $1092
Auto 4-Cylinders – Strip, Bore, Plate, Hone $1322
Auto 6-Cylinders Split Case – Plate Only (Per Side) $761

How fast does a KX500 2 stroke go?

Kawasaki KX500

Manufacturer Kawasaki
Engine 499 cc (30.5 cu in) liquid-cooled two-stroke single
Bore / stroke 86 x 86mm
Compression ratio 8.4:1
Top speed < 90mph

Should you hone a Nikasil cylinder?

If the Nikasil plating is chipped, nicked, cut-through, has worn spots or is showing signs of wear, do not use Flex-Hone® tools. Instead, strip and re-plate the coating, or replace the cylinder altogether. Again, because Nikasil platings are very thin and very hard, honing will expose any existing damage.

What is the Nikasil problem?

In short order the cause was found to be low compression in the cylinders; an inspection of the cylinder walls unearthed the problem. The Nikasil liner was failing, which allowed the rings to score the cylinder walls and reduced compression.

What is the fastest 2-stroke dirt bike?

What is the fastest 2-stroke dirt bike? Whether it has a Maico 700 or 620 engine, the ATK Intimidator has held the title for the fastest dirt bike for a few years. The 700 engine intimidator has a 685cc 2-stroke engine that produces 78hp. This bike can easily exceed over 110mph on dirt.

What’s the top speed of a KX 500?

Performance and Transmission. The Kawasaki KX500 is able to generate a maximum power output of 65 horsepower (47.4 kilowatts). The KX500 has a top speed in excess of 120 mph, making it one of the faster motocross motorcycles yet produced.

What is the nikasil problem?

Can you bore a nikasil cylinder?

they strip and replate and hone to size. plated cylinders can even be welded to fix bore damage so there is usually no reason to ever bore them over unless you desire more displacement. sever damage and welding may require a small bore increase though.