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1974 Kz400 Original
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KZR - Bitch'n Mirror Hunt Mirrors Mirrorz Bitchin bitchin' hunt
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BrysonWood wrote: not exactly sure if this is the right forum but here it goes. I own a 74 Kz400 and the mirrors a believe are not stock. but the mirrors attach to the mirror stand by a ball and socket joint. and the socket is becoming lose the mirrors will not stay in place and will just slide down with out bike vibrations i was curious if there is anything that i can adjust this by putting some kind of glue or if i could take it appart and tighten some sort of clamp? or do i just have to replace the mirrors?
Both stock 1974 KZ400 mirrors are reported by kawasaki.com as "active" meaning still available from the dealership.
Lots of good info on kawasaki.com, including parts diagrams, part numbers, models sharing same part, availability, etc.
Here's a link for help with navigating the site and finding information.
kzrider.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&...w&catid=13&id=376734
Some of the stock mirrors, with a non-adjustable ball joint attachment between the plastic case and stalk, are prone to vibration and buzzy images at various road speeds and engine rpm.
Am unaware of any tightening method.
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Yes, would be a good idea to phone the dealership, give them the specific parts numbers, and ask them to look up the parts for current availability, and the price (to compare with other sources).
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BrysonWood wrote: ...74 Kz400...mirrors attach to the mirror stand by a ball and socket joint. and the socket is becoming lose the mirrors will not stay in place and will just slide down with out bike vibrations...
Certainly not saying it can't happen, but don't recall ever seeing a stock mirror so loose that it just stays in flopped down position even while the bike is parked.
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