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Collectively, the staff here at J&P have built countless motorcycle from the ground up. More than a few of them have utilized one of these beautiful crate engines from S&S. Built with high-quality components and engineered for performance, these motorcycle engines are the perfect power plant for your next project.
Take a look at our full selection and compare the various options available here. There are lot of specs to consider, so if you're got questions, we're ready to help. Give our experts a call and we can provide some additional insight into the finer details of these gorgeous engines.
If the damage is minor and you do the work yourself, rebuilding is usually cheaper. If the cases are cracked, the crank is toast or the shop bill is climbing toward the price of a new motor, replacement wins on cost and downtime.
Can I put a different engine in my motorcycle frame?
A direct-replacement engine made for your bike’s year and model is the simplest route. A different engine family or style usually means custom mounts, fabrication, and changes to wiring, exhaust and drivetrain. That’s a full build, not a bolt-in. Fun, sure, but budget accordingly.
Do crate motorcycle engines come fully assembled?
Yes, the long block comes assembled and built to spec. What else is included depends on the engine. You’ll often need to transfer or buy the carb or throttle body, air cleaner, exhaust, ignition or electronics, and charging components. Check the listing for what’s in the box before your bike’s in pieces.
How do I break in a new crate engine?
Follow the manufacturer’s break-in instructions exactly. That usually means varying your RPM, avoiding long stretches at one speed, no hard launches, and an early oil change after the first few hundred miles. Break-in protects your engine and often your warranty too.
Take a look at our full selection and compare the various options available here. There are lot of specs to consider, so if you're got questions, we're ready to help. Give our experts a call and we can provide some additional insight into the finer details of these gorgeous engines.
Motorcycle Crate Engine FAQ's
Is it cheaper to rebuild or replace a motorcycle engine?If the damage is minor and you do the work yourself, rebuilding is usually cheaper. If the cases are cracked, the crank is toast or the shop bill is climbing toward the price of a new motor, replacement wins on cost and downtime.
Can I put a different engine in my motorcycle frame?
A direct-replacement engine made for your bike’s year and model is the simplest route. A different engine family or style usually means custom mounts, fabrication, and changes to wiring, exhaust and drivetrain. That’s a full build, not a bolt-in. Fun, sure, but budget accordingly.
Do crate motorcycle engines come fully assembled?
Yes, the long block comes assembled and built to spec. What else is included depends on the engine. You’ll often need to transfer or buy the carb or throttle body, air cleaner, exhaust, ignition or electronics, and charging components. Check the listing for what’s in the box before your bike’s in pieces.
How do I break in a new crate engine?
Follow the manufacturer’s break-in instructions exactly. That usually means varying your RPM, avoiding long stretches at one speed, no hard launches, and an early oil change after the first few hundred miles. Break-in protects your engine and often your warranty too.
