ATHENA Needle Bearing for KAWASAKI KDX 200, KX 125 1984-2005

On KAWASAKI KDX 200, KX 125 from 1984 to 2005, the ATHENA MNB160210196 small-end needle bearing fits in place of the original part. Small part, big stakes: the needle bearing links the piston to the connecting rod. It works on every turn of the engine and, on a two-stroke, is replaced with every piston.

Specifications

• Brand: ATHENA
• Manufacturer part number: MNB160210196
• EAN code: 8050043262158
• Dimensions: 16x21x19.5 mm
• Weight: 20 g
• Engine: 2-stroke

When to replace it?

• Play between the piston pin and the connecting rod.
• Needles blued or marked, or cage damaged.
• Metallic knocking from the top end.

At every piston change on a two-stroke, and as soon as play appears.

Fitting tips

1. Check the small-end bore and the piston pin: if they are marked, replace them.
2. Oil the bearing before fitting it.
3. Fit the pin and new circlips, gap opposite the notch in the piston.
4. Reassemble the top end with a new top end gasket kit.

Why ATHENA?

Founded in 1973 near Vicenza, Athena is an Italian engine gasket specialist that has made its gaskets on its own production lines since day one, as well as a renowned manufacturer of pistons and cylinder kits. The brand supplies original equipment to manufacturers such as KTM, Ducati, Fantic, Piaggio and Triumph, and is a partner of the MXGP motocross world championship.

Spare parts and items to plan

• Piston : WOSSNER · PROX
• Piston pin : ATHENA · WOSSNER
• Piston pin clips : WOSSNER · VERTEX
• Top-end gasket kit : ATHENA · PROX

Frequently asked questions

Which bearing should I choose?
The one that matches your engine's dimensions (inner diameter x outer diameter x width), given in the specifications.

Compatibility

Check the exact model and year of your bike in the list below before ordering.

Fits:
KAWASAKI KDX 200 2005
KAWASAKI KDX 200 2004
KAWASAKI KDX 200 2003
KAWASAKI KDX 200 2002
KAWASAKI KDX 200 2001
KAWASAKI KDX 200 2000
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1999
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1998
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1997
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1996
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1995
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1994
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1993
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1992
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1991
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1990
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1989
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1988
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1987
KAWASAKI KDX 200 1986
KAWASAKI KX 125 1993
KAWASAKI KX 125 1992
KAWASAKI KX 125 1991
KAWASAKI KX 125 1990
KAWASAKI KX 125 1989
KAWASAKI KX 125 1988
KAWASAKI KX 125 1987
KAWASAKI KX 125 1986
KAWASAKI KX 125 1985
KAWASAKI KX 125 1984