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06 Mar 2009 05:30 - 06 Mar 2009 05:31 #269986
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1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd
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I've seen a handful of kz's with airshocks on them and just want to know what type of bike with airshocks would interchange with the kz 900 or 1000. The last bike I seen with this app was on was a 1976 900 that had a GS 1100 swingarm on it. It looked pretty cool. The rear fender hugged the tire like crazy and the seat was just above my knee. It was real knuckledragger. I wish I would've taken some pics of the bike. If anyone knows of this application and could let me know what type of bike these shocks come off of. I would be greatful. Thanks;)
1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd
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06 Mar 2009 05:41 #269989
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77 kz650, owned for over 25 years
77 ltd1000, current rider
76 kz900, just waiting
73 z1,, gonna restore this one
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my 1000 has air shocks on the rear, they say SW made in usa,
77 kz650, owned for over 25 years
77 ltd1000, current rider
76 kz900, just waiting
73 z1,, gonna restore this one
piglet, leggero harley davidson
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06 Mar 2009 05:45 #269994
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GS shocks are not eye to eye type like Kaw... they have a clevis fitting on the bottom so a GS shock will only work on a GS swingarm. I am not a fan of air shocks. Air doesn't dampen nearly as well most any other medium; including regular old oil filled shocks. When you have the amount of air set perfectly for two-up riding, the same setting will be jarring for solo. You can buy some Progressive 416s if you like and try them... the main advantage is the adjustability which is pretty good because of the wide ranges of air pressure that can be used. I had air shocks on my Voyager XII and they were harsh over rough roads when riding two-up. I prefer a premium oil filled shock. Progressive 12s with the correct springs are a nice choice for the KZ. Some KZs had air shocks I think... the 1100cc Spectre had them and probably some of the 1300cc models.
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06 Mar 2009 06:07 - 06 Mar 2009 06:09 #269998
by old_skool_77
1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd
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Thanks for the hit. I aswell prefer a premium oil filled shock. Me and a buddy of mine got into talkin about the air shock cuz where was taking his 1974 kz900 to the car wash yesterday and seen a guy with a 76 toolin down the road with air shocks and thought it looked cool. I was told once back in the day that some goldwang airshocks would fit but I didn't remember what year or size goldwang the said would fit. Something makes me wanna say like an early 80's 1100 size model. but I can't remember for the life of me. Also, The bike in my avatar has a GS swingarm with GS shocks. Maybe one day I will remember what kind of shocks that guy told would fit. :laugh:
1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd
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06 Mar 2009 06:12 #270000
by old_skool_77
1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd
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Any Idea what the SW means? And what swingarm were you using? Stock kz, GS, or aftermarket? Thanks!
1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd
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06 Mar 2009 07:08 #270022
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Take it from me cuz I found
If you leave it then somebody else is bound,
To find that treasure, that moment of pleasure,
When yours, it could have been.
1977 KZ650 B1 Being restored to original (Green)
1977 KZ650 B1 Original (Red) Sold
1977 KZ650 B1 Donor Bike for Parts
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S&W Engineered Products was the company's name. Located in Cali
Take it from me cuz I found
If you leave it then somebody else is bound,
To find that treasure, that moment of pleasure,
When yours, it could have been.
1977 KZ650 B1 Being restored to original (Green)
1977 KZ650 B1 Original (Red) Sold
1977 KZ650 B1 Donor Bike for Parts
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06 Mar 2009 07:16 #270025
by old_skool_77
1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd
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Cool beans man. I'll have to look it up and see what kinda stuff they have to offer. Thanks again.
1975 z1 900
1976 kz 900
1977kz 1000
1980kz 1000 ltd
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06 Mar 2009 12:52 #270060
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77 kz650, owned for over 25 years
77 ltd1000, current rider
76 kz900, just waiting
73 z1,, gonna restore this one
piglet, leggero harley davidson
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I never looked to see who made the shocks, and I would agree with george, they are not the best shock to have on the bike, but they were on it when I bought it, and are chrome, yea,, got the bling bling thing,,,lol.
also, for some reason these are set up as seperate shocks, ie, has two valves, one for each shock, a real pain to get the right pressure in them.
also, for some reason these are set up as seperate shocks, ie, has two valves, one for each shock, a real pain to get the right pressure in them.
77 kz650, owned for over 25 years
77 ltd1000, current rider
76 kz900, just waiting
73 z1,, gonna restore this one
piglet, leggero harley davidson
SR, Ride captian, S.E.Texas Patriot Guard Riders.. AKA KawaBob
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07 Mar 2009 19:02 - 07 Mar 2009 19:05 #270292
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1979 LTD Street Fighter.1977 KZ1000
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I have a set of shocks for sale on the net. I think i still have a pic. They came off a XJ1100. Was holding air when i removed them. I polished them litely.
Ooops, i already sold them for $46.00 with free shipping. Roy
Ooops, i already sold them for $46.00 with free shipping. Roy
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26 May 2009 14:40 #294175
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present bikes 1976 KZ900, 1978 KZ650 Past bikes Too many to remember!!Mostly Kawasakis and a few Sportsters
81 cb650
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I had a 84 ltd700 4cyl. shaft drive. With stock air shocks front and rear.Dual disk front, rear drum brake.
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Later, Boots
present bikes 1976 KZ900, 1978 KZ650 Past bikes Too many to remember!!Mostly Kawasakis and a few Sportsters
81 cb650
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