82 and 84 motor interchange? 250R

[Jim mac]

I may have found a 82 motor for my 250 R that has a bad 2nd gear. will my cylinder/piston fit and is it a bolt in? thanks Jim

[erectordale]

yes the are the same engine

[thefox]

You will need to change out the shifter shaft, not that big of a deal but still needs to be done.

[Jim mac]

Could you tell me why I need to change the shaft? this is the shaft going into the side of the motor correct? if the 82 motor comes with a shifter will it bolt in as a unit? I really appreciate any and all the info. thanks Jim

[thefox]

Yes the shaft that goes throught the engine and has the shifter bolt on to. The '81-'82 shaft is a little longer and will hit the frame.

[Jim mac]

Okay call me a hillbilly, but could I just trim it with a cut off wheel? Jim

[ste-pel]

u can iv done it but i don;t like it as soon as i find the right one to replace it or fix it by spliceing a splined shaft on to fit i'll feel better you should never jerry rig something if your going to fix it fix it right

[Jim mac]

okay. your right. Jim

[ste-pel]

since you already have the 84 motor all you have to do is swap the part out its not that hard