Vertex Complete Engine Rebuild Kit WR101-051 - WR101-047 - WR101-049 - WR101-050 — Kawasaki KX65 / Suzuki RM65 2000-2024

Vertex Complete Engine Rebuild Kit WR101-051 - WR101-047 - WR101-049 - WR101-050 — Kawasaki KX65 / Suzuki RM65 2000-2024

Product Description

The Vertex complete engine rebuild kit provides a comprehensive, all-in-one package for riders looking to completely overhaul their mini racer powertrain. Designed specifically for two-stroke machinery, this package eliminates the hassle of sourcing individual components by delivering everything required for a full engine restoration inside a single box.

This kit combines a Vertex standard compression piston kit with precision-engineered Hot Rods components, including a heavy-duty stock-stroke crankshaft and a full assortment of critical bearings. By integrating the transmission, counter balancer, main, and water pump bearings alongside a total engine gasket kit, this assembly ensures optimal internal tolerances, restored factory compression, and long-term mechanical reliability on the track.

Top Features: Vertex Complete Engine Rebuild Kit

• Vertex tobacco-grade standard compression piston kit supplied with high-tensile rings, wrist pin, and secure clips.
• Hot Rods heavy-duty stock-stroke crankshaft assembly featuring a pre-installed wrist pin bearing.
• Comprehensive Hot Rods bearing selection covering main seals, transmission shafts, counter balancer, and water pump.
• Full Vertex gasket set matching OEM specifications to seal both the top and bottom engine cases thoroughly.

Please review the detailed compatibility data below to ensure an exact fitment match for your motorcycle before finalizing your purchase.

Fitment List

Year Range	Vehicle Brand	Vehicle Model & Sub-Model
2000-2001	Kawasaki	KX65
2005	Kawasaki	KX65
2006-2024	Kawasaki	KX65
2005	Suzuki	RM65

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does this kit include the transmission bearings or just the crankshaft bearings?
A: This box includes a complete Hot Rods transmission bearing kit along with the counterbalancer and main crank bearings, covering all major internal spinning assemblies.

Q: Why are there four separate part numbers listed for this kit configuration?
A: Vertex organizes these packages across part numbers WR101-051, WR101-047, WR101-049, and WR101-050 to ensure perfect historical configuration matching for specific design updates throughout the long production lifecycle of the KX65 and RM65 lines.

Expert Pro-Tip: When splitting cases for a complete bottom-end rebuild, never use a screwdriver or pry bar to separate the case halves, as this will gouge the aluminum mating surfaces and cause permanent oil leaks. Always use a proper crankcase splitter tool, and ensure you pre-lubricate the new Hot Rods main bearings with clean two-stroke oil before dropping the crankshaft into position.

Recommended Pairings:

• Kawasaki KX65 Performance Parts & Upgrades
• Suzuki 2-Stroke Performance Parts
• Kawasaki 2-Stroke Performance Parts

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