Source for rings?

[Incubus]

Does anyone know where I can find standard size aftermarket rings? I know they are still available through Yamaha, but at a breathtaking price. Does anyone know any rings that cross? Or at least the specs (diameter and thickness) so I can see who might offer the same spec rings for different machine?

Thanks

[cajun31]

I would suggest this listing rather then the standard rings unless you are starting out with brand new cylinders.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-Y...QQcmdZViewItem .

[Incubus]

I saw those, too. But would I have issues putting OS rings on standard pistons in standard cylinders? Normally I would think I'd have to get .25 OS pistons and have the cylinders bored out to use these. Can I use these just to take up the slack for years of wear?

Thanks.

[Ken Talbot]

That's what I used a few years back when I rebuilt Tsunami - 1st over rings on the standard pistons.

[Incubus]

Works for me. I have to admit I found the price quite attractive......

Thanks,
Patrick

[skids]

How is that working out, Ken?

Originally posted by Ken Talbot
That's what I used a few years back when I rebuilt Tsunami - 1st over rings on the standard pistons.

[TopCatGr58]

IF the eBay set goes too high!

They are still available from other sources as well:

BikeBandit: XS1100E
7: PISTON RINGSET 1ST
(ALTERNATE PARTS) 35277-001 $42.09

Also, using www.cycle-parts.com
1 3J2-11610-10-00 PISTON RING SET 1ST OS $40.56
*BUT* they only accept orders of $75.00 or more, so you'd need to order more!?

3J2-11610-10-00 or 2H7-11610-12-00

T.C.

[excess11]

Idea!!

Usually you can trim rings to size. I don't know if it can be done with the rings in our bikes or not??? Insert the rings into the cylinder square them up with a piston about mid cylinder. Then use a feeler guage to measure the end gap of the rings. There is usually a spec for this distance. The rings can then be trimmed to correct spec's. I think size one over should work!!!!

[Ken Talbot]

Never had it on a dyno, but it seems to have all the power it needs, mileage is good, no unexpected engine sounds. I think I've got 5 or 6 years on the rebuild, might have to check the compression one day just for something to do.