WISECO Forged Piston for KAWASAKI KX 80 1988-2000 - W644M0

WISECO offers this piston kit for KAWASAKI KX 80 1988-2000. The piston slides in the cylinder and takes the force of the air-fuel combustion, passing it to the connecting rod and crankshaft.

Why choose a forged piston?

Instead of simply being cast, a forged piston is hot-pressed under very high pressure and then machined: its metal is denser and free of air pockets.

• Stronger when hot: it copes better with high revs, overheating and detonation.
• Lighter for the same strength: less stress on the connecting rod and bearings.
• Good to know: depending on the alloy, it expands a little more and is fitted with more clearance; slight noise when cold is normal.
• Why does it cost more? Forging tools, full machining and surface treatments cost more than simple casting.

Why choose WISECO?

Wiseco has forged its pistons in Mentor (Ohio, USA) since 1941 and controls the whole process, from aluminium bar to the friction-reducing ArmorGlide skirt coating. Its pistons are developed with Team Honda HRC in Supercross (450 class since 2018).

When should you replace the piston on your KAWASAKI KX 80?

Harder starting, loss of power, blue smoke, oil consumption or a knock when cold: these are the signs of a tired top end.

No manufacturer hour figure for this model. Cross-Mania guideline: compression check every 15 h in hard use and every 30 h for leisure.

Specifications and fitting tips

• Material: Aluminium
• Piston compression: Standard
• Piston type: Forged
• Stroke: 2T

Available in several sizes: choose the one that matches your cylinder (stamped size or measured bore).

Cross-Mania tip: Measure the cylinder bore before ordering: the piston must match your cylinder size. Follow the manufacturer's break-in procedure and replace the top-end gaskets at the same time.

Also needed with this part

• Top-end gasket kit : ATHENA · CENTAURO
• Spark plug : NGK R6252K
• 2-stroke oil : LIQUI MOLY 1 L · LIQUI MOLY 4 L
• Air filter : TWIN AIR · TECNIUM

Compatibility

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

Fits:
KAWASAKI KX 80 2000
KAWASAKI KX 80 1999
KAWASAKI KX 80 1998
KAWASAKI KX 80 1997
KAWASAKI KX 80 1996
KAWASAKI KX 80 1995
KAWASAKI KX 80 1994
KAWASAKI KX 80 1993
KAWASAKI KX 80 1992
KAWASAKI KX 80 1991
KAWASAKI KX 80 1990
KAWASAKI KX 80 1989
KAWASAKI KX 80 1988