Engine Swap

GearGrabinGuy
04-12-2006, 09:45 PM
Ok so iv been doing alot of dimension checking. And I was looking into swapin and 2002 ZX9R motor into my bike (mine being the '02 6R). Now from what I have read and what I have found the dimensions are all the same, a few differnt like seat height but its only off like half an inch which i think may be due to conversion from metric. But I think they are the same frame, the only different I have found is the rear sway arm has extra bracing. I didnt know if anyone knew for sure or knew someone who does. And if you have anywhere paticular to find a '98-'02 9R motor otherwise is Ebay or salvage yard time... Thanks!!

jeeps84
04-13-2006, 02:02 AM
The first thing to check is if the part numbers are the same for both frames.

Gas Man
04-13-2006, 07:48 AM
Yeah you can use the Kawasaki website to check part numbers.... but it sure looks like it would swap in...

JK_DILLA
04-14-2006, 12:30 PM
Only similar parts on the frame are the steering head bearing and parts, other than that the frames are diffrent. Engine mounting studs arent close at all.

GearGrabinGuy
04-16-2006, 12:17 AM
Thanks alot, I almost bought a wrecked 9R part bike, and the frame was trashed.

Gas Man
04-16-2006, 04:11 AM
But now you aren't? :scratch:

GearGrabinGuy
04-16-2006, 10:20 AM
Well not if the frames are differnt. Cuz that one had a busted arse frame and was bent up and was about as straight as a door knob. So whats the purpose of a 9R motor if It wont fit in my bike. Anyway I may just save a bit then sell my bike and get a new 10R. They catch my eye ALOT!

Gas Man
04-16-2006, 11:39 AM
Well there ya go... now that's a good plan!!!