Pre 1990 Motorcycles
Many new members ask if parts are available for their specific model KZ/Z1. This is a list of parts sources some of which I have used and other members on this and other boards have used. Please feel free to add to the list if you know of any others. Z1enterprises http://www.z1enterprises.com/...
SO OFTEN FORUM MEMBERS NORMALLY NEWCOMMERS ASK FOR ASSISTANCE WITH REGARDS TO A PROBLEM THEY ARE EXPERIANCING WITH THERE MACHINE AND WHILST WE ENDEVOUR TO HELP OUT IT BECOMES VERY FRUSTRATING THE LACK OF INFORMATION GIVEN IN THE INITIAL POST... I READ EARLIER FROM StarGate IN ONE SUCH POST.........
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if anyone out there knows these bikes well i could sure use some help with this one. i have an 81 440 ltd that seems to run great except for the fact that it wants to rev its self up when at idle and between shifts. this doesnt happen always but enough to make the bike dangerous and irritating. ...
What carb is on the 1981 KL250 , it is a mikuni vacuum round slide , but I can't find any part number on it? Also what would be a suitable replacement for this carb. Mine is shot and I don't think it can be rebuilt. also what is the best method to derust the inside of the fuel tank? Thanks in...
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Hi there. I am the proud owner of an '82 GPz550 limited edition (1 year only) gold paint scheme. I've had her for 18 years and has now retired her to the show circuit. Only 31,000km. She has a few blemishes and I'd like to restore her back to her pristine beauty. I am looking for a few items. If...
Does any one have any tricks on removing the alternator rotor on a kz900? the manual I have says you have to use 2 "special tools." Is there any other way to get it off or am I going to have to take it to a dealer to get it off. I've replaced the stator and regulator-rectifier and only am getting...
just wondering what the rpms should be. im used to vtwins. right now anything above 40, tends to match the rpms 40-4k 50-5k 60-6k and the gearing is stock
Alright, seeing as I have the head apart and such, how crucial is it that I replace my valve seals? Before my little "incident" I didn't have any issues with compression or anything, but was thinking maybe it should replace them. If I should replace them, how do I get the old ones out and the...
i have a 86 kawasaki 454ltd. the horns do not work. i have checked the whole bike for any fuses and i cannot fine any fuses. the netural light also doesnt work. can any body point me in the right direction
Trying to adjust the clutch on my 84 kz550 ltd.Is there a "rule of thumb" way to do this? It seems the clutch doesn't engage until the lever is about 3/4 released. Leads to the occasional embarrassing stall. I’ve tried putting the bike on its center stand and adjusting the linkage at the clutch...
Hi all I need to lower my 550. Im 5'10" and i have no issue, but my dad and sister have a slight issue. they are around 5'6". has anyone ever lowered one of these bikes, and if so, what did you use? thanks
Hi Folks, I've got an 85 ZX900A2 Ninja that is my pride and joy. I've had the bike for 3 years and it has always performed quite reliably. This spring however I've had a hard time getting it to start when the bike is cold, like lower than 70 degrees(I keep the bike in an unheated barn). If I leave...
I have been looking for a project bike and came across a 1980 kz750(T) 2 cylinder in running condition. Its supposed to run well. I have seen it and it looks old. Probably a good restoration project. needs new speedo, tires, chain/sprockets, paint, etc. Are the parts on the twin models...
My fiance just bought a 1977 KZ1000 and he noticed something funky about the airbox, it had a cylinder lock and some wires coming out of it. We figured out what it was for, it's for turning on the bikes alarm. He's got the key for it so we tested it.. works fine.. only thing is, when I went to...
Hello, I was hoping for some help on my 82' GPz 550. My rear breaks were sticking, so i assumed that the calipers were gummed up, so i pulled out the piston and cleaned everything out, but now the piston will not push all the way back into the caliper. I bled the breaks to push the piston out...
Sent my carbs off to him for rebuild....he swapped afew thing because of the K&N filter pods and 4 in 1 Vance/Hines....got them back, installed them and the bike wouldn't run properly....w/fuel running out the intakes,missing and chugging....the bike wouldn't run good at all...called George. He...
O.k. all, I'm back. Some of you may remember me. For those who don't... HI. I've got a 1981 KZ1000 CSR. I have rebuilt the carbs due to sticking and leaking. Also had a fuel leak from the fuel tap. I got a new mechanical tap and adapter plate and the leak is gone. However, the bike won't...
Hello. 1980 kz650f. Vacuum type petcock started leaking, after ordering rebuild kit, performing the rebuild, fuel now comes out during engine off. Rebuild fixed the original leak, and there are no leaks when bike is running. I'm pretty sure I put everything back in place as it was, is there...
I'm new to this motorcycle thing and have a KZ650 '78 but also have a '80 550 LTD. Anyways, I was wondering if it would be possible to take the 650 engine and toss it onto the 550? I noticed that most of the engine mounts are pretty much the same and they are both 4 cylinders, but new to this whole...
i recently purchased a 1976 kz 900 and the batt. won't charge i checked the batt. and it was fine i had a new reg. and that didn't change anything so i pulled the stator cover off and it had a lot of engine oil in it and i don't think it is supposed to would this make it not put out any volts and...
have a 82 kz750 4 cyl. spun a bearing on #1 rod found a good used crank and rods for it. kaw has 3 diffrent main bushings for it how do i know what i need without going broke i cant afford to buy all 3 sizes at 7.50 a pc same for con rod bearings figure ill replace all them at once please help
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