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If you all think this bike is easy enough to work on and learn with, then let me know that too and I'll pick up a manual and start tinkering.
Also, here's the list of things it needs done:
Tank, fenders and side covers repainted. Right side cover. Headlight mount and headlight. All four turn signals. Frame stripped and powder coated. Chain and sprockets. New ignition. Seat rekeyed. Whole bike rewired. Right and left controls. New grips, bars and clamp. New mirrors. New speedo, tach and cables. Tires, oil change, fresh brake fluid. New rear brake system. Convert to pod filters. New exhaust. All new rotors and pads and a rebuild on the calipers. New forks (maybe just seals and fluid, but might need more) and rear shocks with assemblies. New clutch and throttle cables and connections. Seat recovered and new saddle bags (if I keep them). And finally a carb rebuild and sync.
The mirrors, grips, bars, clamp, exhaust, and shocks are MAINLY due to surface rust on the chrome and mild damage.
Best pricing I've found is around a $1000 for all parts, but if I can find them cheaper, I would love to pick them up. If a somewhat mechanically inclined individual could tackle this project, then I'll jump in on it.
Thanks for reading this lengthy first post and I hope that you all have some advice for me and I cannot wait to learn from those who have had these bikes before me.
Z
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1980 kz1000B4 LTD- 1327cc 9-1 comp
Ported J model head
Psp-3x cams
RS 36s
Welded MK11 crank
Back-cut MK11 trans
MTC 2 stage lock up
Stretched 4-6 over running Hayabusa rear rim with 190 rear tire
Complete frame brace kit installed
And Much Much more- SOLD
2014- ZX14R all stock for now
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For the cost and time you put in, it's doubtful you'll ever regain your investments. Here's what I mean. I recently bought an old kz650 for $200, parts will total to about $1000 when finished, back registration about $700, then comes the paint. Look for used bikes for around that price ($2000) and you'll find newer, more modern, and just as attractive bikes that will live longer. IMO The best reason to fix her up is if you really like that style of bike, or have extra parts laying around. That's my case (both reasons) so it makes sense to me. It's WORTH taking the time to learn all about it, and having a cool OLD bike when it's done!
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sig wrote: +1 on buying a manual and working on it your self as much as possible. Lots of free info available.
For the cost and time you put in, it's doubtful you'll ever regain your investments. Here's what I mean. I recently bought an old kz650 for $200, parts will total to about $1000 when finished, back registration about $700, then comes the paint. Look for used bikes for around that price ($2000) and you'll find newer, more modern, and just as attractive bikes that will live longer. IMO The best reason to fix her up is if you really like that style of bike, or have extra parts laying around. That's my case (both reasons) so it makes sense to me. It's WORTH taking the time to learn all about it, and having a cool OLD bike when it's done!
Alot of people love the older bikes. I personally dont think any of the newer bikes look better than my kz. I am sure there are lots of people that would agree with me.
1980 kz1000B4 LTD- 1327cc 9-1 comp
Ported J model head
Psp-3x cams
RS 36s
Welded MK11 crank
Back-cut MK11 trans
MTC 2 stage lock up
Stretched 4-6 over running Hayabusa rear rim with 190 rear tire
Complete frame brace kit installed
And Much Much more- SOLD
2014- ZX14R all stock for now
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Powerstroke_fan wrote:
Alot of people love the older bikes. I personally dont think any of the newer bikes look better than my kz. I am sure there are lots of people that would agree with me.
I am one of them! Ed
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Nevertheless, this will be a 3-5 year project unless lots of money happens to come my way. I will keep you all posted in the projects section with a new post. I do, truly, appreciate all of the help and advice.
Final question to a new guy... What should I look at staying away from in the Kawasaki line-up?
Thanks,
Z.
PS. I love new bikes, don't get me wrong, and some are dead sexy, but some things cannot be replicated and the cool factor from having an old KZ or CB or whatever, is totally worth the blood, sweat, tears and money for one. Also, when they're cafe'd out (and done right) they look better than a lot of new bikes, I think anyway.
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1980 kz1000B4 LTD- 1327cc 9-1 comp
Ported J model head
Psp-3x cams
RS 36s
Welded MK11 crank
Back-cut MK11 trans
MTC 2 stage lock up
Stretched 4-6 over running Hayabusa rear rim with 190 rear tire
Complete frame brace kit installed
And Much Much more- SOLD
2014- ZX14R all stock for now
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Any suggestions on a good bike that at least comes close to my requirements
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1980 kz1000B4 LTD- 1327cc 9-1 comp
Ported J model head
Psp-3x cams
RS 36s
Welded MK11 crank
Back-cut MK11 trans
MTC 2 stage lock up
Stretched 4-6 over running Hayabusa rear rim with 190 rear tire
Complete frame brace kit installed
And Much Much more- SOLD
2014- ZX14R all stock for now
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