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23 Sep 2007 00:26 #172302
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David from pittsburgh pa, was created by little bug
hello everybody
My name David
today I bought my first motorcycle a "750 twin B". but all I could do was get it and put it away. It doesn't work but I'm planning on fixing that. found this site before I got "my" bike and keep coming back. I will really love any help I can get. I don't even know were to start. put a pic in may help, maybe not. all I know to do is clean it first. then what
David
My name David
today I bought my first motorcycle a "750 twin B". but all I could do was get it and put it away. It doesn't work but I'm planning on fixing that. found this site before I got "my" bike and keep coming back. I will really love any help I can get. I don't even know were to start. put a pic in may help, maybe not. all I know to do is clean it first. then what
David
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23 Sep 2007 00:55 #172304
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Michael
Victoria, Texas
1982 GPz750
1977 KZ1000A
1978 KZ1000A
1982 GPz1100
1975 Z2A
Replied by Mcdroid on topic David from pittsburgh pa,
Hello David...welcome to KZR...the first tip is:
(1) Buy a KHI (Kawasaki Heavy Industries) shop manual. They appear on eBay regularly (expect to pay US$10-$40, depending on bidding hunger). But, it may also be posted on the web...perhaps another KZR member will step in with the address. These documents are invaluable and will answer many of your questions...and let you know how deep you want to get.
(1) Buy a KHI (Kawasaki Heavy Industries) shop manual. They appear on eBay regularly (expect to pay US$10-$40, depending on bidding hunger). But, it may also be posted on the web...perhaps another KZR member will step in with the address. These documents are invaluable and will answer many of your questions...and let you know how deep you want to get.
Michael
Victoria, Texas
1982 GPz750
1977 KZ1000A
1978 KZ1000A
1982 GPz1100
1975 Z2A
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23 Sep 2007 04:16 #172310
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Replied by cgray34 on topic David from pittsburgh pa,
Shop manual is the absolute first. Next thing is the old faithful spark check? If you have spark and the motor is getting gas, your chances of firing up are really good. Of course, there is a possibility of other things since the bike has been sitting for awhile, but these old motors are die-hard!
Good luck!
Good luck!
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23 Sep 2007 08:33 #172346
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1980 KZ650F1, Bought new out the door for $2,162.98!
Replied by Bluemeanie on topic David from pittsburgh pa,
Welcome David, after doing what they say (good points) send "Steele" a case of beer as I believe he is the 750 twin guru here!
1980 KZ650F1, Bought new out the door for $2,162.98!
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24 Sep 2007 09:17 #172540
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Replied by little bug on topic David from pittsburgh pa,
thank guys that a big help. luck the guy I bought it from had the shop manuel on a disc so I don't have to buy it. once again thanks for the help.
David
David
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24 Sep 2007 09:24 #172543
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1977 KZ650-B1 (Stock)
Upgrades:
- Dyna S Electronic Ignition (DS2-2)
- Dyna 3 Ohm Coils (DC1-1)
- Coil Repowering Mod
- Progressive Springs Front & Rear
- Saddlemen Seat Cover
- New Metallic Red Re-Paint & Repro Badges.
Montreal, Canada
Replied by bill_wilcox100 on topic David from pittsburgh pa,
Welcome to the Forum! Great bike to start with.
You are going to have such a great time and your knowledge of your bike will be the envy of friends and fellow riders.
Best of success.
You are going to have such a great time and your knowledge of your bike will be the envy of friends and fellow riders.
Best of success.
1977 KZ650-B1 (Stock)
Upgrades:
- Dyna S Electronic Ignition (DS2-2)
- Dyna 3 Ohm Coils (DC1-1)
- Coil Repowering Mod
- Progressive Springs Front & Rear
- Saddlemen Seat Cover
- New Metallic Red Re-Paint & Repro Badges.
Montreal, Canada
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25 Sep 2007 12:41 #172792
by little bug
Replied by little bug on topic David from pittsburgh pa,
My tank doesn't have gas. Stupid Question, but should I put gas in the tank, even if it rusted, to do the spank test? :huh:
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