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Hello, haven't been on this forum in a long time and feels good to be back. I ended up selling my 2006 KDX200 and have kept my 2005 KDX220R. Was considering getting a modernish bike as well, but have decided that since money is tight I am better off just freshening up the 220R. Since it still has the original top end from 2005, I figure I better replace it and have recently found out about the 220R stock pistons grenading. Luckily, in 16 years, I have not had a single problem with this bike and it gets ridden fairly regularly in the summer. in complete stock form Anyway, is there anything I need other than the Wiseco top end kit as well as top end gasket kit? Also, can I do it with basic tools as I have never replaced a 2 stroke top end? I am, however, fairly mechanical and have checked valve clearances on my old XR200 in the past and basic maintenance, etc. Lastly, I remember there used to be a digital KDX manual online somewhere but I can't seem to find it. Is the digital manual better than the book? Thanks for your input and glad to be back.

The digital manual is the cyclepedia one. I use it more than my paper version and like it. Go to https://www.cyclepedia.com/ for more info. Top end job can be done with basic tools (really just need socket wrench and metric sockets 8, 12, 14 and a phillips screwdriver IIRC). A torque wrench for reassembly. The KIPS valve has a LHT fastener so the manual is good to have open. If you can do 4T valves you can replace a 2T tope end. And you don't even have to take the motor out of the frame for it.

In addition to the Wiesco kit you’ll need to order a new top end bearing, doesn’t come in the kit IIRC. I also prefer the online manual. This will be pretty easy for you.

YEP! Thanks for sticking with his, Mr. Recovery / doakley. The top end (small end) bearing is needed. Wiseco sells them.

Welcome back to the forums! Enjoy that KDX!

Yes!! I appreciate the input. I plan on ordering it all this weekend and starting into it next week. I love the 220. Lots of low end grunt and a wheelie machine. 15 years and going strong says something.

In addition usual mechanics hand tools, a 3/8" torque wrench is almost a must. The manuals give torque values for just about every fastener on the bike.

A Motion Pro # 08-0134 torque wrench adaptor is needed for the cylinder base nuts.

Also, be aware that some printed manuals have an error regarding assembling the KIPS sub valves.

Ah thanks for the heads up with regards to the torque wrenches. I need to get me some new ones.