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09 Jun 2007 15:29 #147837
by 2bskor
1979 KZ1000ST (Canadian) Electronic Ignition, 4 into 1 header,K&N air filter
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My Clymer manual says to use 10w non detergent fork oil, my question is I have 10w non detergent oil not "fork oil" Is there a difference or could the regular oil be used?? The oil in there now looks like it is red or pink.
Also if anyone ever replace oil in a kz1000st/e1 ids the fork springs under load ??
Also if anyone ever replace oil in a kz1000st/e1 ids the fork springs under load ??
1979 KZ1000ST (Canadian) Electronic Ignition, 4 into 1 header,K&N air filter
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09 Jun 2007 15:47 #147839
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take the weight off of frontend,there will still be a little pressure on caps when you unscrew them.motor oil is fine;)
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09 Jun 2007 16:19 #147847
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1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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I would suggest you use a quality "Fork Oil" such as Bel-Ray rather than motor oil. Fork oils are formulated especially for forks including additives that preserve the seals. I've changed the fork oil in my '77 KZ650C1 every 2 years since it was new using 15w Bel Ray fork oil and have never had any seal leaks or other issues. I figure a couple bucks every 2 years is pretty cheap insurance. The 15W makes the ride a little stiffer, but I find that to fit my riding style best. Ed
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09 Jun 2007 16:39 #147851
by Patton
1973 Z1
KZ900 LTD
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2bskor wrote:
May be automatic transmission fluid. Some folks regularly use ATF in their forks.
... The oil in there now looks like it is red or pink.
May be automatic transmission fluid. Some folks regularly use ATF in their forks.
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09 Jun 2007 18:18 #147866
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