Heavy-duty OE replacement connecting rods
Certified 8620 AISI steel provides superior strength
Crankpins are manufactured from hot-rolled ASTM 4115 and case hardened to 58-62Rc
Feature the latest in caged needle roller bearing designs for high rpm longevity
Uniquely designed big end uses strategically located side scalloping and vent slots to minimize bearing race distortion at high rpm
Small ends are double drilled to supply extra lubrication and cooling to the wrist pin bearing, which is especially important when the piston crown is close to the wrist pin bearing
Shot-peened to eliminate surface stress risers and to smoothly blend together the rod forging's radiuses
Double honing produces an ultra-round bearing surface for reliability at high rpm
Most rod assemblies are sold complete with rod, crank pin, crank pin bearing, top-end bearing and silver-coated bronze phosphor thrust washers
Compatible with Hot Rods and OE crankshafts
Made in U.S.A.; connecting rod manufactured at Hot Rods Iowa facility

More Information
Manufacturer SKU	8163
Manufacturer:	Hot Rods
Department	PAM-PU
Show Stock	Yes
Riding Style	Off-Road
California Restricted Product:	No

Write Your Own Review

You're reviewing:Connecting Rod 8163

Your Rating

Overall Rating

1 star 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars

Nickname

Summary

Review

Year	Make	Model
1994-1997	Kawasaki	KX 125

Connecting Rod 8163