ATHENA Cylinder Head for ATHENA cylinder kit for APRILIA RX 50 2006-2020

The ATHENA S410105308005 cylinder head is designed for APRILIA RX 50 from 2006 to 2020. A VHM cylinder head is made up of an aluminium body and an interchangeable insert that forms the combustion chamber. By swapping the insert, you set the engine's compression and character to suit the fuel and the terrain, without modifying the head.

Specifications

• Brand: ATHENA
• Manufacturer part number: S410105308005
• EAN code: 8051757129676
• For ATHENA cylinder kit ref. P400105100003 (Ø40 mm), P400105100007 (Ø50 mm)
• Weight: 220 g
• Engine: 2-stroke

Who is it for?

• Original head damaged by pinking (detonation), cracked or warped.
• You want to match the compression to the fuel, the terrain or a tuned engine.
• You're after a smoother or snappier engine without changing the cylinder.

Good to know

The insert is chosen to suit your engine and your fuel: a smaller chamber volume raises compression, which may call for a higher-octane fuel. Always check the squish when fitting.

Fitting tips

1. Clean the cylinder mating face without scratching it.
2. Fit new O-rings and grease them lightly so they stay in place.
3. Check the squish (gap between piston and head) with solder wire before riding.
4. Tighten the head in a criss-cross pattern, in several stages, to the recommended torque.
5. Fit a new spark plug and refill the coolant.

Why ATHENA?

Athena, an Italian company founded in 1973 near Vicenza, designs gaskets, pistons and cylinder kits for motorcycles. An OEM supplier to KTM, Ducati, Fantic, Piaggio and Triumph and a partner of the MXGP world championship, it develops its parts on the test bench and on the track with racing teams.

Spare parts and items to plan

• ATHENA cylinder kit : ATHENA P400105100003 · ATHENA P400105100007
• Piston : ATHENA S4C04000007 · ATHENA S4C05000006
• Piston rings : ATHENA
• Piston pin : ATHENA
• Top end gasket kit : ATHENA P400105160002 · ATHENA P400105160004
• Spark plug : NGK 3961 · NGK 5722
• Coolant : LIQUI MOLY 1 L · TWIN AIR

Frequently asked questions

Can I change the compression later?
Yes: just swap the VHM insert, without removing the cylinder.

Compatibility

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

Fits:
APRILIA RX 50 2020
APRILIA RX 50 2019
APRILIA RX 50 2018
APRILIA RX 50 2017
APRILIA RX 50 2016
APRILIA RX 50 2015
APRILIA RX 50 2014
APRILIA RX 50 2013
APRILIA RX 50 2012
APRILIA RX 50 2011
APRILIA RX 50 2010
APRILIA RX 50 2009
APRILIA RX 50 2008
APRILIA RX 50 2007
APRILIA RX 50 2006