About the Kawasaki KX80
Choose by engine year, fork dimensions and brake position.
A KX80 restoration can involve an early drum-brake assembly, later disc-brake parts or a replacement engine and front end. Identify those assemblies separately. Plastics and decals are easily changed and cannot establish which service parts a motorcycle needs.
The 1997–1998 gasket change and early fork sizes
The linked engine gasket sets divide into KX80 1991–1997 and 1998–2000 applications. The early fork seals also differ: 1982 uses the linked 31 × 43 × 10 mm set, while 1983 uses 33 × 46 × 11 mm. Check the actual engine and forks when restoring a motorcycle assembled from several donors.
Model and application differencesKX80 gasket years, fork-seal sizes and brake types
1991–1997 versus 1998–2000 gaskets
Choose the set that names the actual KX80 engine application. The later set also lists selected KX85 years; that does not establish broad KX80/KX85 interchange.
1982 versus 1983 fork seals
The linked sets have different inside diameter, outside diameter and height. Match all dimensions and the fitted fork.
Drum shoes versus disc pads
The linked rear shoes list KX80 1979–1982. The linked front disc pads list 1984–1996. These are different positions and braking systems.
Identify the motorcycle and fitted componentsKawasaki KX80 identification checklist
- Confirm the full model code and year from frame identity and the appropriate model documents.
- Record the engine identity and any replacement history.
- Measure the fitted fork seals and identify the front-end assembly.
- Check front or rear and drum or disc before ordering brake friction parts.
Contact PartsNMore with clear frame/VIN, engine and component photos. Include the original market and any known engine or front-end changes.