{"product_id":"yz85-vrd-motorsport-long-conrod-kit","title":"YZ85 VRD Motorsport long Conrod kit","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVRD Motorsport YZ85 Long Rod Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake your YZ85 performance to the next level with the VRD Motorsport Long Rod Kit — engineered for riders who demand stronger, smoother, and more precise power delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the kit is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecustom-made lightweight conrod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, designed with durability and performance in mind. Featuring both \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebig-end and small-end bearings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this setup improves reliability under high load while reducing rotating mass for sharper throttle response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe conrod is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4mm longer than OEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, paired with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4mm barrel lift spacer plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, maintaining correct geometry while enhancing engine characteristics. To ensure seamless compatibility, the kit includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo precision gaskets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to retain the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOEM piston position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing you to continue using the standard piston without compromise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttention to detail sets this kit apart. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecustom powervalve arm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is included to preserve correct \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003evalve timing and operating angle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, even with the altered cylinder height. Alongside this, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebespoke powervalve cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e compensates for the raised barrel, ensuring proper fitment and function throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy a Longer Conrod?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 4mm increase in rod length doesn’t just change dimensions — it transforms how the engine performs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncreased piston dwell time at TDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for more efficient combustion and stronger mid-to-top end power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmoother, more linear power delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e thanks to reduced piston side loading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduced wear on piston and cylinder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, improving long-term durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved high-RPM stability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the engine to rev cleaner and more freely\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhanced traction and rideability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, especially when putting power down out of corners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimised rod ratio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, refining overall engine efficiency and performance characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4mm longer lightweight performance conrod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBig-end and small-end bearing configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintains OEM piston compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4mm spacer plate with dual gaskets for correct piston position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom powervalve arm for accurate timing and actuation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModified powervalve cover to suit raised cylinder height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for riders pushing the limits, the VRD Motorsport Long Rod Kit delivers improved engine balance, smoother power delivery, and enhanced durability — all without sacrificing OEM simplicity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerformance without compromise. 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