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WISECO Racer Elite Forged Piston for KAWASAKI KXF 450 2003-2018
€443.90
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The piston moves up and down in the cylinder to turn combustion into motion: this kit replaces it along with its rings, pin and clips.
WISECO offers this piston kit for KAWASAKI KXF 450 2003-2018. 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 KXF 450?
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 30 h in hard use and every 60 h for leisure.
Specifications and fitting tips
- Compression ratio: 14.0:1
- Size : 96 mm
- Manufacturer part number: WRE807M09600
Spare parts and items to plan
- Piston rings : VERTEX · PROX
- Piston pin : WOSSNER · MOOSE
- Piston pin clips : WISECO · MOOSE
- Top-end gasket kit : ATHENA S41025000622 · ATHENA R2506-072
- Spark plug : see the selection
- Coolant : LIQUI MOLY 1 L · TWIN AIR
- 4-stroke engine oil : LIQUI MOLY 10W40 1 L · MOTUL 10W50
Compatibility
Check the exact model and year of your bike in the list below before ordering.
Fits:
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2018
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2017
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2016
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2014
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2013
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2012
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2011
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2010
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2009
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2008
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2007
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2006
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2005
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2004
KAWASAKI KXF 450 2003
WRE807M09600
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Specific References
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The piston moves up and down in the cylinder to turn combustion into motion: this kit replaces it along with its rings, pin and clips.
WISECO Racer Elite Forged Piston for KAWASAKI KXF 450 2003-2018
€443.90
Tax Included