85 vs. 86 R frame/swingarm

[ATCRYDER]

MR ATC...lol

Is there any real up-points to using the 86 swinger & frame?

how about usin the TRX swinger?

If you use one (85,86,or TRX)..you must use the ENTIRE rear assembly, correct?

Rob

[Mr. Richard]

the 85 swingarm is a one year only ,, everything is different, carrier, brakes,axle, sprocket ,,if everything you have is 85 and good i see no reason to switch,,,,,

[ATCRYDER]

well, Kase. I have nothing right now. I would like to know the chnages and/or advantages of the 86 over the 85 and the interchangability like i said.

Many thanks,
Rob

[Dirtsquirt]

If you use the '85 setup you are stuck with everything 1985.

1986 have 100% interchangeability with the TRX stuff (including aftermarket :yup: )

Advantages include the vast number or TRX parts available (including the surplus of TRX extended swingarms, they will just bolt up if you run a '86 setup)

Although there are more parts out there the '86 has one drawback. The Caliper. If this part freezes up then you might have to shell out a bit more money to get a replacement.

[200x_Basket]

the 85 and 86 caliper are the same. the mount is different but all you have to do is swap them. i have a 85 and 86. the 85 is a one off year but there are plenty of parts for it. the 86 is the same as the 86-87 trx. if i was going to buil on i would go 86 just for the aftermarket.
chris

[ATCRYDER]

Thanks, You guys are a huge help.

Chris: im gonna take your advise on the 86 Frame, it definently makes sense to do it right

Rob

:thumbsup: :yup:

[200x_Basket]

you can use either frame. the frames have minor differences that you will not really notice. the swing arm and brakes are the big deal. i have a 86 set up that i am about to put on my 85. if you do go 85 i have a +6 swingarm, axle, brake, basically everything.

[ATCRYDER]

Basket: I think you know your stuff so please tell me if this would work:

85 Frame, 86 Complete Rear End, 86 Front End. (?)

Rob

[200x_Basket]

it will work great. all parts are just about interchangable. some are just different. the rear assembly just has to be swapped as a whole. the front forks on the 85 are two springs and the 86 are single spring.

[ATCRYDER]

Allrighty--yeah that what I meant with the rear end: everything from the swingarm to the axle (wiht the exception of hubs & brake DISK im sure?)

Thanks again,
R0B

[Dirtsquirt]

Hey basket.

a +6" swingarm eh?

If it is aftermarket I am super interested in it.


-Dirt

[mudfreak99]

How much ar you asking for the swing arm. I am doing the same with an 85 frame and 86 rear end, (lucky I found this thread) I am going to be seeting up for drag racing so I might need this. thanks alot....
Got any pics??????


Josh