Tech
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Posted: August 08, 2019
Follow along with JE Pistons' complete, step-by-step guide to installing rings on your motorcycle or ATV piston(s).
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Posted: May 07, 2019
JE Pro Series pistons for off-road motorcycles are a result of extensive engineering and R&D for a feature-rich piston that delivers performance and strength. See how Pro Series accomplishes professional-level performance here.
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Posted: April 03, 2019
JE Pistons is proud to be a partner with Precision Concepts Racing for the 2019 season. When it was time for a new piston in one of their 2019 KX450s, we stopped by their shop to go over some tips on replacing a piston with their Lead Mechanic, Phil Valdez.
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Posted: December 26, 2018
So, you have a set of pistons that you want to re-ring, but you don't which rings to order. Here, we go over the options you have for measuring your old rings or ring grooves so JE can get you the rings you need.
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Posted: August 31, 2018
High-compression pistons are a common upgrade for dirt bikes and other motorcycles, but bumping compression isn't always beneficial. We take a look what effects higher compression has, designing high-compression pistons, and what factors to address when considering adding one.
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Posted: June 11, 2018
Whether you're buying pistons for a motorcycle, ATV, or UTV, you'll most likely see options in different compression ratios. Here we'll take a look how compression ratio is calculated, and how it can affect your engine, and race fuel requirements.
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Posted: April 24, 2018
After freshening up the top-end of your four-stroke motorcycle, setting the cam timing is critical to ensure proper operation and to prevent damage. JE Pistons shares their years of four-stroke piston and engine experience to go through the critical steps of correctly setting cam timing.
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Posted: November 07, 2017
Adventure Motorcycle magazine rebuilt a Honda XR650L with a JE Piston kit and PowerSeal bored and replated cylinder. Read their step-by-step guide here.