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1980 KZ650 EV project
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25 May 2008 22:15 #215846
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1980 KZ650 EV project was created by sprale
I recently picked up a $50 Craigslist special. I am planning on swapping out the stock gasser drivetrain for a DC motor and a few marine batteries. Should be an interesting ride.
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25 May 2008 22:43 #215853
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KZ810 streetfighter kz/gpz/gsxr
1983 gs1100e
1979 KZ 1000 1428 dragbike project
1974 kawasaki H1 500 sold
1972 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay
1973 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay
1982 kz750(sold)
1978 kz650 hardtail(sold)
1975 honda xl250-sold
1971 yamaha R5-sold
1982 yamaha xs400
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if u are referring to running an electric motor, why for the love of god would u do this?
Sorry, now that I'me calmed down again and think about it, gas is pretty expensive and if u need me to take that 650 motor off your hands i would be more than happyB)
Sorry, now that I'me calmed down again and think about it, gas is pretty expensive and if u need me to take that 650 motor off your hands i would be more than happyB)
KZ810 streetfighter kz/gpz/gsxr
1983 gs1100e
1979 KZ 1000 1428 dragbike project
1974 kawasaki H1 500 sold
1972 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay
1973 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay
1982 kz750(sold)
1978 kz650 hardtail(sold)
1975 honda xl250-sold
1971 yamaha R5-sold
1982 yamaha xs400
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26 May 2008 05:38 #215897
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I am more than happy to sell the engine/transmission to help fund the EV conversion. I might also trade them for other KZ bits; seat, tank, etc. I'll post some pics to give an idea what I need.
I ride an EX 250 Ninja daily, so fuel costs are managed well already. I thought about the conversion and decided on an older standard for the larger chassis space and availability of parts.
I ride an EX 250 Ninja daily, so fuel costs are managed well already. I thought about the conversion and decided on an older standard for the larger chassis space and availability of parts.
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27 May 2008 06:10 #216105
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I was told the wrong year, it is a '77. If anyone in Central Texas wants the drivetrain, I'll offer it up to the KZ riders first...
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27 May 2008 07:13 #216117
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1979 KZ1000E1 SOLD!
1984 KZ550F2 SOLD!
2006 ZG1000A6F (Totaled)
2001 ZRX1200R (Sold)
2001 Sprint 955i ST (daily rider)
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1979 KZ1000E1 SOLD!
1984 KZ550F2 SOLD!
2006 ZG1000A6F (Totaled)
2001 ZRX1200R (Sold)
2001 Sprint 955i ST (daily rider)
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01 Jun 2008 14:55 #217202
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Any idea what I should ask for a 77 engine and transmission, minus the carbs and exhaust? Looks to be complete otherwise.
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