First Time Rider, Big Time Bike - Howdy

Hey everyone,

Now that I got approved I just wanted to drop a quick hello from down in North Carolina. Got me a shiny new (to me) 82 Kawasaki KZ1000LTD. First bike I've ever owned, got it from my dad as a college graduation present and looking forward to hitting the road soon. He had almost the same model, only a 1980 as his first bike, so there is a decent amount of KZ sentimental value in our family. Hopefully, with one turn signal relay in the mail and a few hours of tinkering it should be street legal by the time the ice thaws.

Looking forward to being a member of this site, and from learning from those who actually know what they're talking about.

Thanks!

First, you might get a cheap dirt bike and learn to ride in the snow........a KZ1000 is a hell of a bike to learn on. That being said, welcome and good riding! There is a lot of good info here.

Welcome to KZRider!!

As already said be careful Thats quite a machine

Dave

Don't worry, I won't be riding her in the snow. I live pretty out there, so I'll be waiting for the weather to warm up so I can take a Basic Rider Course first. Also not my first bike, just first *real* bike so I'm hoping the transition won't be too rough!

Welcome to the forum, and nice KZ ya got there. Where in NC are you located? I live in Charlotte.

@Bama704, Located up near the Mooresville area, so not too far North from ya.

Welcome. Nice bike. I'd get a set of engine guards. Good place for some foot rests for those long trips and insurance in case you drop it. Everyone does at least once.
Steve

Welcome aboard! Please see link below for helpful information about your bike. Ed

www.kzrider.com/forum/10-new-members/604...up-a-76-kz900#744289

Welcome.
Nice looking KZ.
Post up some more pictures when you can.