TerryK - I don't know of a 24v starter setup for the KZ's, but here's a few random thoughts:
1) I *thought* that I remember reading, back in the day, that the J/GPz motors used an upgraded starter as compared to the early KZ's. Maybe some other forum member could confirm this. If so, that would be a good starting point.
2) I see that you're running a 7" slick, and I'm assuming wheelie bars, on your bike. If this is the case, be very careful if you end up running an alternator rotor w/the starter clutch setup. When you dump the clutch on the line, the crank slows down but the the alternator rotor has momentum and wants to keep spinning at 9000 rpms, or whatever your launch rpm is set at. Bottom line - if it's an early crank, the Woodruff key that locates the rotor will take a beating. If it's a later MkII crank with the larger snout, then you're relying on the taper fit to keep the rotor in place. If the rotor loosens ever so slightly, it will start to friction weld itself to the crank snout (ask me how I know!). Just something to think about.
Best of luck with your quest. I will agree that hauling a starter cart around can be a real PITA at times. Seems like every time you need it in the pits, it's up at the starting line, or vice versa. It does keep the bike simple, however. There is no free lunch!
Mike
Presently - 1980 KZ1000B4 LTD w/mild ported head, Megacycle cams, 1015cc Wiseco, Falicon Supercrank, R&D undercut trans
In a former life - KZ-based dragbike - CrMo car tire chassis, 1395cc, Hahn Racecraft turbo system, VP C16, Orient Express 3-spd auto, 7.80's @ 165-170.
Last edit: 03 Aug 2022 15:08 by Dragbike_Mike. Reason: grammar correction
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