[knives3057]

recently bought an 82 kz550 ltd, and being new to working on bikes, kinda need some info. to start the bike i have to touch two wires from the solinoid together b/c there is no start button in the housing were it should be. so im wondering what is that part called so i can look into getting a new one

 

[MFolks]

On most Kawasaki's the engine start switch will be on the right switch assy or what we call a switch pod. It usually has the engine stop or "kill switch on it too. Here are some websites that might have replacement pods: Z1 Enterprises, Inc. - Specializing in Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Parts , Redline Cycle Service, Inc. - Homepage ,Reproduction Decals Home 1 , Vintage Kawasaki OEM NOS Motorcycle ATV & Jet Ski Parts Street & Dirt (Powered by CubeCart) , Sudco International - Modern and Vintage Replacment and Performance parts for Street Bikes, Dirt Bikes, ATVs and Personal Watercraft , kawasaki vintage motorcycle part, kawasaki classic motorcycle, streetfighter part, motor bike part - AmericanClassix.com , NOS Kawasaki Yamaha Suzuki & Honda Vintage Motorcycle, ATV & Jet Ski OEM Factory Parts Dealer