LT to RS Engine Conversion

[justmike]

I am planning to convert a 2001 K1200LT engine to an RS specification. I know the pistons and cams are different (have RS pistons, looking for cams if anybody has them). Based on part #'s it appears the output shaft, clutch friction disc and clutch pressure plate are also different. Does anybody know if it would be essential to change these last three items, or can I just stick with the LT parts? Is there anything else I should be considering?:help

[GregFeeler]

I am planning to convert a 2001 K1200LT engine to an RS specification. I know the pistons and cams are different (have RS pistons, looking for cams if anybody has them). Based on part #'s it appears the output shaft, clutch friction disc and clutch pressure plate are also different. Does anybody know if it would be essential to change these last three items, or can I just stick with the LT parts? Is there anything else I should be considering?:help

One suggestion I would make is to find a used K1200RS engine and do a swap rather than upgrade the LT motor. My thinking is that it would be less money and effort given that K-bike motors last so long and used ones don't bring big money relatively. Although the K1200RS engine here at Beemer Boneyard has been sold, it shows the street price: $750.00. http://www.beemerboneyard.com/coen.html

[justmike]

One suggestion I would make is to find a used K1200RS engine and do a swap rather than upgrade the LT motor. My thinking is that it would be less money and effort given that K-bike motors last so long and used ones don't bring big money relatively. Although the K1200RS engine here at Beemer Boneyard has been sold, it shows the street price: $750.00. http://www.beemerboneyard.com/coen.html

The LT engine I have is one that I bought from Beemer Boneyard last spring - just for the head, which is now on the engine in my RS. So I've got this great 5k mile LT short blocksitting there, my original RS head which can be reworked, and for a few more bits and pieces I figure I can convert and have a spare - just in case! (And I figured I'd try to get rid of that annoying "box of rocks " issue while I'm at it!)

[bikerfish1100]

like Greg suggested, you are likely never going to need a spare K motor. it would likely get more use as a conversation starter if you set it up as some kind of lawn sculpture.