Engine Rebuild

[Banshee94]

My '94 Banshee recently had a major issue. The short version is the a small chip from the cylinder wall chipped away causing serious damage to the combustion chamber and piston. Which in turn seized the connecting rod on the crank. Since this will require splitting the case and machining of the cylinder walls should I consider turning it into a stroker motor?

 

Any input would be appreciated.

[locogato11283]

first thing u need to think about is what can u afford or how much are u willing to spend?? give us a price range and we will tell u ur best options..

[odaen]

My '94 Banshee recently had a major issue. The short version is the a small chip from the cylinder wall chipped away causing serious damage to the combustion chamber and piston. Which in turn seized the connecting rod on the crank. Since this will require splitting the case and machining of the cylinder walls should I consider turning it into a stroker motor?

 

Any input would be appreciated.

 

 

It depends, really. If you are going to replace parts with new, then I'd strongly consider the 4mm crank. You can buy them new for like $415 shipped off ebay from VIPRacing. They come welded and trued. For slightly less, you can get a new stock stroke crank, but then you gotta pay someone to true and weld it. So, the 4mm crank is actually cheaper in the long run.

 

While the cylinders are off, do yourself a favor and get them ported to your riding style. Just a dune ported 4mm can make 70-85HP depending on your pipes, reeds, carbs, and head.

 

You put a 4mm ported motor back in, and you'll be on a completely different bike. It was a night and day difference the first 4mm motor I had done.

 

 

That being said......you can score some very cheap deals on used stuff. I've seen welded cranks go for less than $100. If you just want your motor back together, this might be the route for you.