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KZ750 swingarm on KZ500

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13 Aug 2020 07:30 #832773 by Josuka98
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Hello everyone!
Hope you're all having a nice week. Currently i am working on a KZ500 hoping to turn it into a Cafe Racer. The wheels are a bit to skinny for my taste which is why I want to fit a larger rear wheel. In terms of better handling + clearance issues the only possibility I see here is a swingarm swap. I've been researching alot about cross compabilities with the KZ500 swingarm but to no avail I have found nothing.

I have been digging around for swingarms and because I am in Denmark, I have found a pretty cheap KZ750 swingarm and I was wondering if I would be able to fit it without too much machining work? Any other suggestions for a different swingarm would be welcomed!

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Asuka

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13 Aug 2020 11:50 #832799 by Kidkawie
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I cant tell you info on the swap, but you can compare fastener/bearing sizes on Kawasaki parts diagrams from different models and make your own assessment from that. I can tell you 900cc and larger bikes have larger axles, hardware and bearings (generally). You'll get burned trying to fit things like 900 wheels to a 650 swingarm, etc.

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13 Aug 2020 14:40 #832814 by Josuka98
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I’ll definitely keep note on that! Thanks a lot for your response. B) B)

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14 Aug 2020 00:10 #832847 by Josuka98
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Hey guys!
For those still interested to know if it’s still doable, I’ve found this.

www.maxmcparts.eu/products/112-swingarm-...00j-en500-z500-z750/

I’m just going to bite the bullet on this one and just try to do it.

Will keep everyone updated!

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14 Aug 2020 07:32 #832873 by loudhvx
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Some years of 550 used 4 bearings and some used 2. You might want to check before you order. (We didn't get the 500 in the U.S.)
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