Connecting Rod Bearing D {Green} by Honda

Honda UTV/ATV & Side by Side Connecting Rods & Parts - Available at buywitchdoctors.com

Product Specifications: Genuine OEM Honda Connecting Rod Bearing D, Part # 13217-MJP-G51.

Keep your machine running like new with genuine Honda Connecting Rods & Parts paired with premium maintenance parts from buywitchdoctors.com. The connecting rod links the piston to the crankshaft, turning the up-and-down force of combustion into the rotating power that drives your machine. Its bearings, pins, and bushings carry enormous loads every revolution, so a healthy rod assembly is critical to engine reliability and long life. Riders most often replace connecting rod parts during a bottom-end rebuild, after oil starvation or overheating, when a knocking noise points to worn rod bearings, or after an over-rev or hydrolock damages the rod.

Why Choose Genuine OEM Honda Parts?

Choosing original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts ensures your vehicle maintains its factory-standard performance, reliability, and fuel efficiency. Genuine parts eliminate the guesswork of aftermarket alternatives, offering a seamless integration with your engine's configuration.

• Exact-Fit Design: Matched to Honda's original bolt patterns, sealing surfaces, and dimensions for a leak-resistant fit.
• Factory-Spec Quality: Built to the same standards as the parts installed on your machine at the factory.
• Peace of Mind: Skip the trial and error of universal or aftermarket parts that may not seal or align correctly.

Premium Materials & Precision Engineering

Crafted to strict factory tolerances, these components utilize high-grade alloys and chemical-resistant seals. This specialized engineering withstands harsh off-road vibrations, extreme temperatures, and modern fuel additives, preventing premature wear and leaks. Honda connecting rods and parts are forged from high-strength steel and paired with precision-sized bearings and pins to maintain proper oil clearance and balance at high RPM.

Comprehensive Model Fitment (2015-Current)

This genuine OEM part is engineered for a wide range of Honda side-by-side (SxS) and all-terrain vehicles (ATV) built from 2015 to the current model year. Please verify your series matches below:

Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs / Side-by-Sides)

• Pioneer Series: Pioneer 500, Pioneer 520, Pioneer 700, Pioneer 700-4, Pioneer 1000, Pioneer 1000-5, Pioneer 1000-6.
• Talon Series: Talon 1000R, Talon 1000X, Talon 1000X-4 (including Fox Live Valve editions).

All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

• FourTrax Foreman: Foreman 500, Foreman 520.
• FourTrax Foreman Rubicon: Rubicon 500, Rubicon 520.
• FourTrax Rancher: Rancher 420 (All variations including DCT and EPS).
• FourTrax Recon: Recon 250.
• FourTrax Rincon / Rubicon: Rincon 680. Rubicon 700
• TRX250X Models: TRX250X Sportrax Models.
• TRX90X Models: Youth Sportrax Models.

⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Fitment can vary by production date and sub-model trim. Always verify your exact original equipment part number from your vehicle's schematic or consult a certified technician before finalizing your purchase to guarantee flawless compatibility.

Other Popular Parts & Secondary Accessories

• Pistons & Components: Pistons, rings, pins, and clips work directly with the connecting rod to create compression and transfer power. When the rod is out for service, inspect the piston and wrist pin for wear and replace them together for a balanced, reliable rebuild.
• Engine Cylinders: The engine cylinder guides the piston and provides the sealing surface for the rings. Check the bore for scoring or wear during a rod or piston job, since a damaged cylinder will quickly ruin new internal parts.
• Rocker Arms & Tappets: Rocker arms and tappets transfer camshaft motion to open and close the valves at the right time. Worn parts cause ticking noises and lost performance, so inspect them while the top end is apart during engine service.
• Valves & Springs: Valves and springs control airflow in and out of the combustion chamber and must seal tightly to hold compression. If an engine failure damaged your connecting rod, check the valves for bending and the springs for fatigue before reassembly.
• Engine Gaskets & Oil Seals: Genuine Honda engine gaskets and oil seals keep oil in and dirt out once the engine is reassembled. Always install new gaskets and seals after splitting the cases, since reused ones are a leading cause of leaks.
• Top End Gaskets: Top end gasket kits include the head, base, and valve cover gaskets needed to reseal the cylinder and head. Having a complete kit on hand saves time and ensures every sealing surface is fresh when you button up the engine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How do I know if my connecting rod or rod bearings are worn, and which parts fit my engine?
A: A deep knocking sound that gets louder with engine speed, low oil pressure, metal particles in the oil, or excessive play when inspecting the rod are common signs of rod or bearing wear. Rod and bearing parts are engine-specific and may come in different sizes or grades, so use your vehicle's factory schematic to confirm the exact parts and part numbers. Follow the measurement, inspection, and assembly procedures in your Honda service manual.

Q: How do heat, water, and dust affect connecting rods and engine internals?
A: Running hot for long periods, low oil, or dirty oil can break down the oil film and damage rod bearings. Water ingested during deep crossings can hydrolock the engine and bend a connecting rod, while dust getting past a damaged air filter wears pistons, cylinders, and bearings. Keep your air filter sealed and clean, change oil on schedule, avoid deep water above the intake, and follow your Honda service manual during any rebuild.

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