Description
A worn or damaged piston kit compromises combustion efficiency, reduces power output, and accelerates engine wear—making a quality rebuild essential for reliable performance. The KIMPEX 982160 is engineered to OEM specifications, delivering the thermal management and precision fit needed to restore your Polaris 500 Classic to factory performance standards. This complete kit eliminates the guesswork of sourcing individual components separately.
Built from die-cast material with optimized geometry, these pistons transfer heat efficiently to the cylinder walls, maintaining consistent operating temperatures across the combustion cycle. The included rings, wrist pins, and circlips are matched to work together as an integrated system, ensuring proper clearances and reducing the risk of installation errors during your engine overhaul.
Whether you’re rebuilding after high-mileage wear or restoring a seized engine, this kit provides the reliability and fit quality that serious DIY mechanics and professional rebuilders expect.
- Fits: Polaris 500 Classic (1994–2006)
- MPN: 982160
- Material: Die-cast
- Complete kit includes: Pistons, rings, wrist pins, circlips
- Manufactured to OEM specifications
- Superior heat transfer design
- Note: Chrome-plated rings incompatible with chrome-plated or electrofusion liners







