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23 Nov 2009 18:08 #335472
by Kawboy74
1974 Z1A As original as I could get it
'88 ZX750R braided lines, mostly original
KZ1000 project on the bench
Burlington,Ontario,Canada
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Hi, my name is David
I'm a new member from west of Toronto with a great interest in all things Kawasaki. I had a '75 Z1 up until summer of '85 when it was sold due to upcoming commitments(dammit) and now have been riding my first restoration for four summers. I have had a great number of experiences during this resto which may or may not be relative to others. Glad to be part of what seems to be an interesting site.
Here is my '78 LTD I restored a few years back.
This is my current project. 1974 Z1
I'm a new member from west of Toronto with a great interest in all things Kawasaki. I had a '75 Z1 up until summer of '85 when it was sold due to upcoming commitments(dammit) and now have been riding my first restoration for four summers. I have had a great number of experiences during this resto which may or may not be relative to others. Glad to be part of what seems to be an interesting site.
Here is my '78 LTD I restored a few years back.
This is my current project. 1974 Z1
1974 Z1A As original as I could get it
'88 ZX750R braided lines, mostly original
KZ1000 project on the bench
Burlington,Ontario,Canada
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23 Nov 2009 18:18 #335477
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WOW.....that 78 is sharp....nice job........welcome.....
you have probably figured i have a soft spot for 78 b2's in ebony........:laugh:
you have probably figured i have a soft spot for 78 b2's in ebony........:laugh:
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23 Nov 2009 18:28 #335483
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1973 z1 2-1974z1-a,2-1975z1-b dragbikes1015cc+1393cc, 1977kz1000,1978kz1000,1981kz1000j, 1997 zx-11, 2000 z12r,1428turbo nitrous pro-mod and a shit load of parts thats all for now leader sask.,CANADA
I THINK MY POWERBAND BROKE
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welcome nice to have another canadian on here even tho it will make greggy baby vomit really who cares nice scoot and good luck with the old girl are you doing a strict resto or going to up date things a bit.
1973 z1 2-1974z1-a,2-1975z1-b dragbikes1015cc+1393cc, 1977kz1000,1978kz1000,1981kz1000j, 1997 zx-11, 2000 z12r,1428turbo nitrous pro-mod and a shit load of parts thats all for now leader sask.,CANADA
I THINK MY POWERBAND BROKE
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23 Nov 2009 18:59 #335492
by Kawboy74
1974 Z1A As original as I could get it
'88 ZX750R braided lines, mostly original
KZ1000 project on the bench
Burlington,Ontario,Canada
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I am hoping to do a relatively accurate restoration on the '74 but will have to get my act together as parts seem to be getting pricier by the minute. I do have my 4 into 4 ready for install but am now overhauling the head. I have had the liners honed and managed to retain stock bore as I have stock rings to replace originals. I might have to incorporate an anchor for stopping as the last NOS caliper I saw went for about 435.00!!!ouch I just have to keep telling myself its a hobby and move forward.(beats work any day):laugh:
1974 Z1A As original as I could get it
'88 ZX750R braided lines, mostly original
KZ1000 project on the bench
Burlington,Ontario,Canada
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23 Nov 2009 19:12 #335500
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Still recovering,some days are better than others.
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welcome to z-jungle,ive got a soft spot for 74 z1s also!
Still recovering,some days are better than others.
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23 Nov 2009 19:18 #335502
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Still recovering,some days are better than others.
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so why the nos caliper,why not rebuild what you have?
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23 Nov 2009 19:18 #335503
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73 Kawasaki Z1
07 HD CVO Ultra Classic
82 Suzuki GS 1100
74 Yamaha RD 350 (My two stroke toy)
77 Kawasaki KZ 650B-1 (My putt around bike)
80 Indian Moped (My American Iron)
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75 Suzuki GT550
74 GT 380
79 RD 400 Daytona Special
72 Honda CL 175
74 Honda QA 50
Tampa FL
Replied by Kawickrice on topic new member with '78 LTD
I paid $193.00 US for a used caliper for my Z1 a couple of years ago becaue it was the only one I could find. One went for over $600 the other day on ebay, it had the mount for the right side, but still is a little pricey. I love the Z1's also. The 4 into 4 you already have will save you big big bucks for your resto.
73 Kawasaki Z1
07 HD CVO Ultra Classic
82 Suzuki GS 1100
74 Yamaha RD 350 (My two stroke toy)
77 Kawasaki KZ 650B-1 (My putt around bike)
80 Indian Moped (My American Iron)
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Long Gone
75 Suzuki GT550
74 GT 380
79 RD 400 Daytona Special
72 Honda CL 175
74 Honda QA 50
Tampa FL
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23 Nov 2009 19:53 #335524
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1982 KZ550 LTD C-3
1979 XS1100 F Yamaha
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David, Welcome ro KZR nation,nice looking 78, good luck on new project. regards Duke
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23 Nov 2009 19:54 #335525
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1973 z1 2-1974z1-a,2-1975z1-b dragbikes1015cc+1393cc, 1977kz1000,1978kz1000,1981kz1000j, 1997 zx-11, 2000 z12r,1428turbo nitrous pro-mod and a shit load of parts thats all for now leader sask.,CANADA
I THINK MY POWERBAND BROKE
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i may have an extra z1 caliper and i don't think you will need to break open the kids college fund for either it is about a 1000 miles away if your not in a rush i go home at christmas if your interested.
1973 z1 2-1974z1-a,2-1975z1-b dragbikes1015cc+1393cc, 1977kz1000,1978kz1000,1981kz1000j, 1997 zx-11, 2000 z12r,1428turbo nitrous pro-mod and a shit load of parts thats all for now leader sask.,CANADA
I THINK MY POWERBAND BROKE
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24 Nov 2009 05:47 #335591
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'84 GPz900r
'71 CB350
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Hey David, I am east of toronto, but go visit Kitchener every couple months. I found a guy there that I have gotten some stuff from and he's pretty cool. He seems to have a lot of stuf in his shed, but knows others that he gets his stuff from too. I can give you his contact if you like...I found him on Kijiji.
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24 Nov 2009 17:59 #335708
by Kawboy74
1974 Z1A As original as I could get it
'88 ZX750R braided lines, mostly original
KZ1000 project on the bench
Burlington,Ontario,Canada
Replied by Kawboy74 on topic new member with '78 LTD
Thanks for the offers of calipers guys.I have yet to get to taking the caliper apart to see piston condition etc. but I know the bleeder is broken off which shouldn't be impossible to deal with. I'd love to make it a dual disc setup which as you know was an option back then. I have a feeling that Christmas shutdown will likely be the first time I really get down to some serious progress. I would love to get the frame stripped and painted by then so I can start assembling the stuff I already have. Seemingly only two obstacles in life lately, time and money!:S
1974 Z1A As original as I could get it
'88 ZX750R braided lines, mostly original
KZ1000 project on the bench
Burlington,Ontario,Canada
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24 Nov 2009 23:12 #335790
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1983 KZ750 N2 Shaft
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Beautiful bike! Makes me miss my old 79 kz that I should of never sold!
1983 KZ750 N2 Shaft
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