MC18 Connecting Rods

**Thu Jul 06, 2017 11:48 pm » Post: #1 » Download Post**

Where can I source connecting rods for my R4J MC18, either original or substitutes? Will Hot Rods work?
Thanks for any info.

**Fri Jul 07, 2017 9:23 pm » Post: #2 » Download Post**

Wossner, Pro x, Royal rods.. the list goes on. You even have Honda parts as an option.. Currently thou I don't think there is an exact replacement. You can however use a Husqvarna CR/WR 125 rod kit. Identical in every manner except for being mm longer which can be corrected by a thicker base gasket. Not ideal thou as it reduces your crankcase compression. Another option which I prefer is the NSR125 con rod kit which is the same length but with a larger small end OD. Using a YZ 125 small end bearing negates this variance..

**Thu Jul 13, 2017 1:59 am » Post: #3 » Download Post**

Thanks Jono

**Thu Jul 13, 2017 2:00 am » Post: #4 » Download Post**

Jono, where do you source the NSR 125 con rod kit? Is there a Honda part number?

**Thu Jul 13, 2017 8:26 am » Post: #5 » Download Post**

Not sure if this is the correct year
https://www.cmsnl.com/honda-nsr125r-1989-k-englandmkh_model3555/partslist/E__1000.html#results
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