The Hot Rods Heavy-Duty Connecting Rod Kit 8617 is a high-quality replacement designed for Honda motorcycles and ATVs, engineered to withstand demanding conditions. Manufactured from hot-rolled ASTM 4115 steel and case-hardened for durability, it provides exceptional strength and performance. This kit is ideal for high-RPM applications and includes all necessary components for installation.

Features:

• Complete kit includes connecting rod, crank pin, crank pin bearing, top-end bearing, and thrust washers.


• Manufactured from hot-rolled ASTM 4115 steel, case-hardened to 58-62 Rc for superior strength.


• Advanced design with side scalloping and vent slots to reduce high-RPM bearing race distortion.


• Double-forged rods improve grain flow and dimensional consistency.


• Shot-peened and double-honed for enhanced durability under heavy loads.


• Double-drilled small ends ensure additional lubrication and cooling for wrist pin bearings.


• Silver-coated thrust washers and crank pin bearings for added lubricity.

Technical Specifications:

• Big End Bearing: 34x42x20 mm


• Big End Bore: 42.00 mm


• Big End Width: 19.75 mm


• Center to Center: 105.50 mm


• Pin Diameter: 34.00 mm


• Pin Length: 60.80 mm


• Small End Bearing: Bushing


• Small End Bore: 19.00 mm


• Small End Width: 18.00 mm


• Washer Thickness: Not Used

Cross-Reference OEM Part Numbers:

• Honda: 13000-MEB-671


• Honda: 13000-MEB-770


• Honda: 13000-MEN-670


• Honda: 13000-MEN-730


• Honda: 13000-MEN-850


• Honda: 13000-MEN-A00


• Honda: 13000-MEN-A10

Compatible Models:

Motorcycles:

• Honda CRF450R (2002–2007)


• Honda CRF450X (2005–2007)

ATVs:

• Honda TRX450E Sportrax Electric (2006)


• Honda TRX450ER (2006–2014)


• Honda TRX450R (2006–2012)

Part Number: 56-205.HR