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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Hey guys, I need aftermarket shocks. What are my options? Can someone give me a list of shocks from most expensive to least expensive along with replacment difficulty. The bike I have is a 78 KZ650. I would like to have chrome springs. I read a thread about using sportster aftermarket...
Can you believe this is actually a street legal bike???? It would rip your arms out of their sockets when you let out the clutch!!!!
..on the roof of Oslo last year. 3 1972 models. H2 (mine), S2 and H2. The Oslo fjord in the background.
About 10 years ago I remember finding an outfit somewhere that had old motorcycle owner's manuals. I got one for my 83 Maxim 750 and it wasn't terribly expensive. I think the site was called "motorcycle memories" but they don't seem to be around anymore. I've tried eBay but I can't find...
I was givin a 78 KZ650 C2 for free about 2 weeks ago. I'm in the process of building a chopper but would like to switch out the mags for spoked wheels. Does anyone know of wheels that will work on this bike?
hi im new here, i have a 1974 kawasaki H2 750. It has been moded by comp cycle in Milwaukee, Wi to run the 1/4 mile. Its a fun bike but i dont have the time or money to get it in tip top shape. All i needs is a good tune up some new hoses and tires. It runs on canpurple and has loads of...
My brake fluid reservoir has a small leak and the fluid somehow got behind the start button this afternoon. Every time I push the button to start the bike nothing happens. Now, I have to roll it to start it. What's the best way to fix this problem? (This issue had to happen over the long...
I have an 82 KZ750LTD. I just got it on the road and got a little over 200 great miles on it and now it's stalling and running real rough at low rpm. It ran fine on the road home from work. I'm wondering if something might have gotten stuck in low speed jets. But with four carbs I think it should...
My Spectre may need fork seals, and since they have to take the forks off to do it, might as well replace the cracked and broken fork boots while I'm at it. Does anyone know if there is a less expensive substitute fork boot for this bike? BikeBandit lists it as a $44.95 part, don't know if...
Took a nice little ride into the mountains today to check out the golden aspens. The Spectre was a hoot to drive! Runs amazingly well for a 25 year old bike that's badly in need of a carb cleaning and a valve adjustment. Once it warmed up it just flat out cruised. The one thing I...
I am trying to have my KZ1000 repainted in the 1977 A1 color Diamond Wine Red. I have a painter who will do it but needs a sample to work from. I need either a side cover or tail piece in the original color. The paint of the piece needs to be in good condition but I can accept cracks, broken...
Hello, I got an 82 750 Spectre and the key was lost. What is the easiest way to get a key made for this? All the local locksmiths have told me I will have to take the switch off and bring it to them. Is there any other way? If not, can someone tell me if there is anything I need to know in order...
I've got an old 1980 Z500 that's got quite a bad oil leak from between the block and crank case, and I've got it stripped down at the moment with new seals in hand. The only question I have is whether or not it's worth putting in a new set of piston rings while it's apart. I'm asking because...
:confused: 1975 Kawasaki 100:confused: I had a problem, my bike would run for abot 30 seconds and then die, I asked the question her and got some answers, mosty fuel delivery. I took my tank off, cleaned the petcock and replaced my fuel filter. eveything up to there is good. What i realized...
Turn signals flash normally when the headlight is not on. If the headlight is on then the turn signal stays on without lashing or flashes very slowly. Battery charge is normal 12-14 V unloaded. Any ideas what would cause this.
The chain on my 1980 KZ1000 is stretched out pretty bad....limping it along and will be ordering a new one in the next few days, the sooner the better. Im reading as much as I can about o-ring, x-ring, standard (non-sealed) etc....still undecided. I read this page Facts you should no about...
I've been having some finish trouble near my gas tank. Tonight, while putting my bike away, I came in a little too hot, hit a dip in the grass, and laid it over (luckily, the grass doesn't cause much damage :) ). I had recently filled the gas tank, so while I was trying to right the bike, gas was...
When I got my bike it came with a very rounded drain plug - since it was messed up I took it to the shop with new drain plug in hand and had them do the oil change. Now the question is to let them keep doing it or do it myself. The stuff they used was CASTROL Act-Evo 4-Stroke...
I have a kz550 that runs well that I used to learn to ride on. I've put about 1000 miles on it with no problems (its now at 12k total) and I love it to death. This morning I came across a KZ1000 from 83 that somebody was selling for parts. He said the engine runs well and has low mileage. I was...
I have an 82 KZ550 that I would like to bore out to a larger size, perhaps 650 or even 750 is possible. I was wondering if anyone knew any place I could buy all the parts I would need (new pistons, rings, etc) to accommodate the new size? perhaps a "big bore" kit of some sort? Should I just buy OEM...
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