What kind of metal are bike frames?

KZ7hundy
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27 Nov 2011 21:20 #490427 by KZ7hundy

What kind of metal are bike frames? was created by KZ7hundy

I figure motorcycle frames are mostly steel. Is it stainless steel or mild alloy steel for most? I have an 84 kz700

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27 Nov 2011 21:37 #490429 by z1kzonly

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Old Kaws (Z1-KZ900) are cold rolled mild steel with a seam.
No stainless! Newer sport bikes are aluminum.
"The infamous Puppet", gas welded a titanium, Top Fuel frame for Elmer Trett in the early 80's
Race stuff now is chromolly, "DOM", extruded, drawn over a mandrel. .065" thick.
You can pick up a 1000 HP top fuel drag bike chassis in 1 hand!

Livin in "CheektaVegas, NY
Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!

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27 Nov 2011 22:22 #490440 by testarossa

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KZ frames are mild steel.

1978 KZ1000 A2 Click--->Build Thread
2004 ZX-10R
2007 Harley Sportster 1200
2020 Harley Street Glide Special
Angola, IN

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28 Nov 2011 01:04 #490468 by bountyhunter

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Mild steel..... definitely ain't stainless :lol:

1979 KZ-750 Twin

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