KXT500 RRRRRR my crazy build

[200x Basket]

This is a little different then most builds. i am using a 85 250r chassis and a 1990 kx500 engine with tecate plastics.

WHY, WHY ,WHY???????? you ask...

Well i hate trying to find parts for a tecate and the selection is so limited. i wanted a 6 over swing arm and a decent aftermarket selection for the chassis.

i also had ALL these parts laying around collecting dust. So that being said here it goes.

1st is the build up and then i will make it pretty.

engine mounting.

this was harder then i thought it would be. i had to cut the cradle out and build a new one. it is only tacked in right now. most all welds are just tacked at this point. all bracing will come before paint.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/12.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/13.jpg

the electrics mounted and the front left tank mount
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/4.jpg

right tank mount
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/3.jpg

tank mounted with the shop help :D
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/5.jpg

the tank flips forward, the front mount is a pivot. one bolt pulled and you can get to the plug and top of the carb. you can also easly change the plug from the right side.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/6.jpg

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here is the rear tank mount and the front mount for the rear fenders.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/7.jpg

rear mount for the rear fenders

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/8.jpg

sorry this is fuzzy. the rear fenders come off just like a honda. how many T3 owners wish they could do that???

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/9.jpg

front lower pipe mount. this is a custom pipe for a kx500 in a 250r chassis.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/11.jpg

foot peg and flipped rear brake pedal

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/2.jpg

naked side shot.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/14.jpg

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radiator shields

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/10.jpg

from the rear

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/15.jpg

from the side

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/16.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/1.jpg

[ATC-Eric]

Pretty cool man. Your gonna fool a lot of people.

[Dirtcrasher]

Nice fab work bud :beer

Did you notice the pretty blond tearing the Kawi tank off of the Honda?? :lol:

[oscarmayer]

^hehe

sweet build man!!!!! that's totally rad looking!!!! can't wait to see it finished!

more pics, more pics!!!!

[Eric250R]

Awesome work man, loving the flip tank. ( on a side note, not too crazy about the purple pipe :lol: ) Hmmmmmmmm, you know, I do have a couple R frames and some buick bigblocks laying around...:lol: shens

[200x Basket]

the previous owner painted the pipe. it will be black or ceramic coated.

[BigGreenMachine]

The flip up tank idea is great! Keep the pics coming.

[WaimakRydah]

Thats mean as. When its all ready you should get someone else on the 500R and have a drag race it could be interesting.

[Jonpin]

that looks sweet ,love the tank "like many have already said" ,are you going to have a long fuel hose or just going disconnect it befor you flip it ?

[250rfan]

Awesome Chris,,,,,,,,nice fab skills,,:beer ,i bet your happy to see a collection of parts which were gathering dust, finally find a new purpose,:w00t:

I can see having a project MANAGER on site, has definitely improved your workmanship:D :D

Look forward to seeing the finished project.

G.

[max]

Very nice. Your a true craftsman!

[200x Basket]

thanks everyone... :)

the project manager is always on my heels. i have to beat her out of the shop to do any welding. i think i may buy her a helmet soon.

[300rman]

That baby needs a DC Plastics Tank Skin!

nice job, im lovin it!

[hadar]

Looks great, That thing will be a killer with tons o power. can't wait to see it all done up. I like the tank system, looks cool and it's practical.

[tri-Z ripper]

looks great i volunteer my services to drag the 500R for you against your own trike free of charge!:lol:

[200x Basket]

not much new today. I fabbed up the rest of the exhaust. the exhaust has 4 hangers and 4 springs to hold it in place.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/100_1024.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/100_1026.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/100_1025.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/100_1023.jpg

[200x Basket]

looks great i volunteer my services to drag the 500R for you against your own trike free of charge!:lol:

i need a rider for BOTH of them. the top end speed is way up there :lol:

[200x Basket]

got a little welding done by a friend.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/20080919_0070.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/20080919_0069.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/20080919_0068.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/20080919_0067.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/20080919_0066.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/20080919_0065.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/20080919_0064.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/LuvNStarGazn/3wheeler/kxt500r/20080919_0063.jpg

[Twilight]

Actually I'll be honest and say that purple with a green frame and fenders, would look pretty sweet.

[Bamper]

Is that motor off a bike? Is it a 5 speed or a 6? Bet that is gonna move good job.

[200x Basket]

it is a kx500 dirtbike engine. it should be able to move out of it's own way :)

[200x Basket]

i am not sure on a color scheme yet?? I am thinking white frame and white forks with green hubs and accents.

[cr480r]

i am not sure on a color scheme yet?? I am thinking white frame and white forks with green hubs and accents.

White is kinda hard to keep clean, But it sure looks nice with green!!!

[hondawasaki]

lookin' great, way less fabbing than mine. Lol! good thinking on the aftermarket parts availability. I wish I could get an off the shelf +12!!

[Red Rider]

lookin' great, way less fabbing than mine. Lol! good thinking on the aftermarket parts availability. I wish I could get an off the shelf +12!!Why can't you? Aren't you using the Honda rear end on your KXT500?

[edog]

You have been GRAFTED!!!

[Red Rider]

Why can't you? Aren't you using the Honda rear end on your KXT500?Hondawasaki, disregard my previous question. I went back and looked at your build thread, and I see you've substantially modified a 250R swingarm.