Manufacturer Part Number:
04.2069
Cross-Reference OEM Part Numbers:
Honda: 13111-KA5-740
Honda: 13111-ML3-680
Pin Specifications:
• Outer Diameter: 20mm
• Material: Case-hardened chrome steel
Engine Specifications:
• 498cc 2-Stroke Single Cylinder — Liquid Cooled
• Bore × Stroke: 89mm × 80mm
• One of the most powerful 2-stroke motocross engines ever produced
Notes:
• The Honda CR 500 is legendary in motocross — massive 500cc 2-stroke power
• Replace during top-end rebuild or when pin shows wear
• Two OEM cross-references reflect different production generations
• Always replace circlips when removing pin
Function:
The piston pin (also called a wrist pin or gudgeon pin) is the hardened steel shaft that connects the piston to the connecting rod small end. It transfers combustion force from the piston to the connecting rod while allowing the rod to pivot as the crankshaft rotates. A worn, scored, or loose piston pin causes knocking noise, accelerated bore wear, and potential catastrophic engine failure.
When to Replace:
• During any top-end rebuild (piston, rings, cylinder re-bore/re-plate)
• When pin shows visible wear, scoring, discoloration, or blue heat marks
• When pin has measurable play in the connecting rod small end bearing
• Recommended every 2nd piston replacement even if pin appears serviceable
Installation Notes:
• Always replace piston pin circlips — never reuse old circlips
• Apply assembly oil or premix to pin before installation
• Ensure circlips are fully seated in their grooves — improper seating causes engine damage
• Verify connecting rod small end bearing condition before reassembly
• CR 500 produces extreme crankshaft loads — ensure rod bearing and big end are in spec
• Warm piston gently before pin installation — do not force on this high-stress engine
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