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KZ1100 new owner... help please!!!
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12 May 2012 00:34 - 12 May 2012 00:34 #521714
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KZ1100 new owner... help please!!! was created by NY1KRR
So... as it turns out no good deed goes unpunished.
I was helping a buddy clear out his father's garage when we came across his 83 KZ1100. It was thought to have been sold a long time ago but as it turns out it just got lost in the back of the garage. I asked him what he wanted to do with it and to make a long story short he left the bike in my truck as a payment for helping him move.
So now I have a 1983 KZ1100 that I have no clue about.
It has probably been at least 2-3 years since the bike has been run. Besides the normal cleaning the carbs, changing plugs, new gas, new battery and an oil change what else should I be looking at before I try and start this thing?
I am halfway decent around a motorcycle and can most things with a little direction. I am not sure if I am looking to go crazy with this bike as I have 2 other bikes that run just fine. I thought this could be a cool project.
any thoughts on common conversions for wheels, forks and suspension?
thanks for any and all help,
Jake
I was helping a buddy clear out his father's garage when we came across his 83 KZ1100. It was thought to have been sold a long time ago but as it turns out it just got lost in the back of the garage. I asked him what he wanted to do with it and to make a long story short he left the bike in my truck as a payment for helping him move.
So now I have a 1983 KZ1100 that I have no clue about.
It has probably been at least 2-3 years since the bike has been run. Besides the normal cleaning the carbs, changing plugs, new gas, new battery and an oil change what else should I be looking at before I try and start this thing?
I am halfway decent around a motorcycle and can most things with a little direction. I am not sure if I am looking to go crazy with this bike as I have 2 other bikes that run just fine. I thought this could be a cool project.
any thoughts on common conversions for wheels, forks and suspension?
thanks for any and all help,
Jake
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12 May 2012 01:03 #521718
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1982 GPZ1100 B2
General Dynamics/Convair 1983-1993
GLCM BGM-109 Tomahawk, AGM-129A Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM)
Replied by MFolks on topic KZ1100 new owner... help please!!!
First, get a shop manual:
Manuals (Some of these websites sell used manuals, just ask)
www.repairmanual.com (Use # 99924-1026-03 for Kawasaki 1981-2005 Kz/Z1000 Factory Service Manual)
www.manualsnmore.com
www.midwestmanuals.com/
www.books4cars.com/
www.repairmanualclub.com/motomanuals/
moto-manuals.com/
www.e-classicbike.com/
Here's a PDF download, but it's been reported as having problems:
www.kawiworld.com/index.php?option=com_c...icle&id=77&Itemid=99
Manuals (Some of these websites sell used manuals, just ask)
www.repairmanual.com (Use # 99924-1026-03 for Kawasaki 1981-2005 Kz/Z1000 Factory Service Manual)
www.manualsnmore.com
www.midwestmanuals.com/
www.books4cars.com/
www.repairmanualclub.com/motomanuals/
moto-manuals.com/
www.e-classicbike.com/
Here's a PDF download, but it's been reported as having problems:
www.kawiworld.com/index.php?option=com_c...icle&id=77&Itemid=99
1982 GPZ1100 B2
General Dynamics/Convair 1983-1993
GLCM BGM-109 Tomahawk, AGM-129A Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM)
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12 May 2012 01:07 #521719
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we actually found the shop manual along with the title...
I wasn't going to take the bike without both of those
I wasn't going to take the bike without both of those
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12 May 2012 01:10 #521720
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1982 GPZ1100 B2
General Dynamics/Convair 1983-1993
GLCM BGM-109 Tomahawk, AGM-129A Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM)
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Look inside the gas tank for old gas or rust, both will have to be removed before trying to start the engine. I'd suspect new tires will be needed,brake systems flushed,and all rubber vacuum lines inspected for cracks. The carb boots(the rubber tubing from the air filter box to the carbs) probably need replacing along with the carb holders(between the engine and carbs).
I'd remove the sparkplugs (13/16" sparkplug socket) and squirt in each cylinder a tablespoon of Marvel Mystery Oil, & re-install the plugs, and let sit for a few days.
I'd remove the sparkplugs (13/16" sparkplug socket) and squirt in each cylinder a tablespoon of Marvel Mystery Oil, & re-install the plugs, and let sit for a few days.
1982 GPZ1100 B2
General Dynamics/Convair 1983-1993
GLCM BGM-109 Tomahawk, AGM-129A Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM)
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12 May 2012 01:11 #521721
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78 Z1R
78 KZ1000
76 KH500 gone
71 HS1B 90
81 GS 1100 gone
80 PE400
02 KLR
Ontario Canada
Replied by jeffasaki on topic KZ1100 new owner... help please!!!
I just helped my freind move for free
you should give the bike to me
you should give the bike to me
78 Z1R
78 KZ1000
76 KH500 gone
71 HS1B 90
81 GS 1100 gone
80 PE400
02 KLR
Ontario Canada
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12 May 2012 01:14 #521723
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1982 GPZ1100 B2
General Dynamics/Convair 1983-1993
GLCM BGM-109 Tomahawk, AGM-129A Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM)
Replied by MFolks on topic KZ1100 new owner... help please!!!
www.z1enterprises.com
is a place where most of the owners of these old bikes get parts.
Other websites are:
www.sudco.com
www.reproductiondecals.com
www.americanclassix.com
www.johnnysvintagemotorcycle.com
www.aperacepart.com
www.dynoman.net
Other websites are:
www.sudco.com
www.reproductiondecals.com
www.americanclassix.com
www.johnnysvintagemotorcycle.com
www.aperacepart.com
www.dynoman.net
1982 GPZ1100 B2
General Dynamics/Convair 1983-1993
GLCM BGM-109 Tomahawk, AGM-129A Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM)
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12 May 2012 01:17 #521725
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78 Z1R
78 KZ1000
76 KH500 gone
71 HS1B 90
81 GS 1100 gone
80 PE400
02 KLR
Ontario Canada
Replied by jeffasaki on topic KZ1100 new owner... help please!!!
you should give the bike BACK
some times we all need to lean on a bit
some times we all need to lean on a bit
78 Z1R
78 KZ1000
76 KH500 gone
71 HS1B 90
81 GS 1100 gone
80 PE400
02 KLR
Ontario Canada
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12 May 2012 10:44 #521774
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Thanks for the advice but the orginal owner passed away and the son doesn't ride so if this bike is going to do anything but sit and collect dust it is beter of with me or being sold... Want to buy it?
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12 May 2012 11:52 #521794
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1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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Put up some pics; you may find a buyer.
1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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23 Jan 2013 19:43 #568852
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voila
Replied by Stickybrains on topic KZ1100 new owner... help please!!!
I would be interested in this bike if you have it.
Im in cleveland Ohio USA #1 PM me your #
this may help you.
docs.google.com/file/d/0B0LxNUBYfNL8NFVnNTV1YVhsUUk/edit
do everyone a favor and DONT print it. there are plety of print manuals avaiable for those that want a print version
Im in cleveland Ohio USA #1 PM me your #
this may help you.
docs.google.com/file/d/0B0LxNUBYfNL8NFVnNTV1YVhsUUk/edit
do everyone a favor and DONT print it. there are plety of print manuals avaiable for those that want a print version
voila
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