1987 Kawasaki KX500
$8,500
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Details
| Year | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Model | KX500 |
| Series | Dirt/Off-Road |
| VIN | JKAKXVC10HA000554 |
| Mileage | 0 miles |
| Colour (as listed by seller) | Green |
| Transmission | Not recorded |
| Seller | usamechanicalsupply |
| Listed by | eBay |
| Location | Monroe, Michigan |
About this bike
For sale on eBay: a 1987 Kawasaki KX500 (Dirt/Off-Road), Green, in Monroe, Michigan. I started rebuilding this KX500 8 years ago to ride on the trails, but intermittently lost interest in it. Asking price $8,500 on eBay.
More about this bike
Listing details from the bike's own eBay listing: Year: 1987; Make: Kawasaki; Model: KX500; Mileage: 0 miles; Engine: 500 cc; Type: Dirt/Off-Road; Color: Green. I started rebuilding this KX500 8 years ago to ride on the trails, but intermittently lost interest in it. I decided to finish it this year (2026) to ultimately sell it, as some physical limitations keep me from riding it. If it doesn't sell before winter, I will relist it in Spring 2027 as an auction with a starting bid of $10,000 , but I'd really like to not have it sit in the garage all winter. It's completely rebuilt inside and out. There are no bearings, bushings, seals, etc that haven't been replaced. I finished it up earlier this year, and have started it a few times and rode it twice. It is super powerful and runs great, but since I have back and hip problems, it's hard for me to get a leg over it and start it, so I haven't completed the carburetor fine-tuning ( I have an assortment of jets that will go with the bike ). Otherwise, it's ready to go and needs nothing . DETAILS: Engine/ Transmission * Cylinder replated by Millenium Technologies. * Crankshaft rebuilt by Millenium Technologies. * Cylinder head machined for compression release by Larry Wiechman. * All seals, gaskets, hoses, bearings, bushings and shims replaced. * Most bolts, nuts, washers, and screws replaced with new. * NEW: kick lever, piston, connecting rod, clutch pack, water pump, oil sight glass, reed valve assy, intake boot, cylinder studs, CDI ignition module, and new genuine Mikuni carburetor. ( picture with engine on the workbench shows a Keihin carburetor, but I ended up not using it, as it turned out to be a Chinese knockoff ). Wheels * OEM hubs bead blasted and refinished. * New bearings, seals, rims, rear spokes, tires, rim locks, and tubes. Frame *Forks rebuilt, all seals and bushings replaced. New fork boots. *Rear shock rebuilt. *Rear suspension rebuilt with new bushings, bearings and seals. *Brakes rebuilt front and rear with new rotors, new pads, rebuilt calipers, new master cylinders, new brake lines. *Steering head bearings and seals replaced, new handlebars, levers, grips, new cables, and new throttle assy. *New seat foam and seat cover. *New aluminum radiators and new coolant hoses. *New air box boot. *New FMF Gnarly expansion chamber and Pro Circuit silencer. *New chain, sprockets, and chain rollers/ guides.. *Most bolts, nuts, washers, and screws replaced with new. *New plastics, excluding the fuel tank, which is not available. Terms of Sale: * The following terms are a reflection of the sad state of the world where there are way too many scammers; I don't mean to sound unreasonable, but... *Japanese manufacturers did not issue titles in 1987 for off-road motorcycles, so it was not sold with a title when new; there is no title. I will provide a bill of sale. * There is no warranty on this motorcycle, express or implied. It is being sold as-is, where-is. I make no representation of it being fit for any specific purpose. * Buyer must either arrange shipping, or pick up the motorcycle at my location. I will not arrange shipping, but will coordinate pickup with your shipping agent. I will not provide crating or shipping containers. * Due to my extensive investment of $$$ and labor in this bike, and the fact that it is really powerful and possibly dangerous in the wrong hands, I will not allow any "test rides" before the transaction is complete and funds are in my account. NO EXCEPTIONS ! Thanks for understanding. * Buyer must submit a non-refundable $500 deposit at initial purchase. * The remaining balance must be paid within 72 hours of intial purchase. I will only accept Bank Direct Wire Transfer for the balance of the purchase price. No personal checks, certified checks, PayPal, credit card, or pile of cash; NO EXCEPTIONS. I will not accept any form of payment processed through eBay or Secure Purchase for the balance of payment . Thank you for understanding. * I will not release the KX500 until the funds have cleared my bank.
What the photos show
- KX500 motocross bike shown on grass in bright Kawasaki green with white side panels and a black seat.
- Plastics look fresh and glossy, and the black seat looks un-torn, giving a restored presentation.
- Silver engine looks very clean in the bike and in separate bench photos with carb and plug fitted, suggesting rebuild work pictured but not proven by photos alone.
- Chrome FMF Gnarly expansion pipe is fitted and looks undented in the frames viewed.
- Spoked wheels with disc brakes and Kenda Millville II knobby tires that look deep-treaded and little used.
- Green grips, bar pad and controls are present, with no instruments or mileage to read on a motocross bike.
- Can't judge cold start, running, compression, gearbox or title/ownership paperwork from photos alone.
Money: $8,500 buys the KX500 as pictured — verify the year/VIN, what rebuild work is documented, and hear it start and run before bidding.
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