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18 Jul 2017 08:39 #767247
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After a long departure, I'm back to the KZ community. I started out with a 1984 KZ440 over 10 years ago and after several toys/bikes, have returned.
I recently picked up a 1977 KZ1000 and I'm once again looking forward to working on and riding it.
It has been well cared for, has a V&H exhaust, Dyna ignition, braided brakes lines, good paint and runs very strong.
Some of small things I'd like to do are change the seat to a Z1 style, fender eliminator, and maybe change the turn signals. So far, I've only removed the mirrors and rear grab bar.
Let me know what you think.
I recently picked up a 1977 KZ1000 and I'm once again looking forward to working on and riding it.
It has been well cared for, has a V&H exhaust, Dyna ignition, braided brakes lines, good paint and runs very strong.
Some of small things I'd like to do are change the seat to a Z1 style, fender eliminator, and maybe change the turn signals. So far, I've only removed the mirrors and rear grab bar.
Let me know what you think.
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26 Jul 2017 05:45 #767726
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I guess I didn't include the pics...let me know what you think.
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26 Jul 2017 05:57 #767727
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Nice!
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26 Jul 2017 07:19 #767730
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1973 Z1
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Beautiful bike!!
As perhaps already known, seems some LTD components have been grafted onto the street model, such as front fender, dual front discs (with added after-market line), mag wheels (probably a 16" rear), and stepped seat. The LTD also had a slightly taller seat grab rail. The chain guard isn't shown, but some folks replace the large plastic guard with a smaller LTD chrome metal guard. Looks like an after-market handlebar.
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As perhaps already known, seems some LTD components have been grafted onto the street model, such as front fender, dual front discs (with added after-market line), mag wheels (probably a 16" rear), and stepped seat. The LTD also had a slightly taller seat grab rail. The chain guard isn't shown, but some folks replace the large plastic guard with a smaller LTD chrome metal guard. Looks like an after-market handlebar.
Good Fortune!
1973 Z1
KZ900 LTD
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26 Jul 2017 07:32 #767731
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Here's a photo-chop rendition with rear fender eliminated (absent light and tag bracket).
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29 Jul 2017 17:59 #767953
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Patton,
Good eye, you're right on all accounts. It had the plastic chain guard, but I just swapped for the chrome LTD guard. I also have the originally, slightly lower profile (smaller step and rear lip) seat, but it has 2 tears so needs a new cover. I actually like th bars and I removed the mirrors for now.
I appreciate the photoshopping, makes me want the fender eliminator more than ever..
I'm struggling with what to do next. The brakes grab great, but squeal.
Any idea where I can download the service manual?
Good eye, you're right on all accounts. It had the plastic chain guard, but I just swapped for the chrome LTD guard. I also have the originally, slightly lower profile (smaller step and rear lip) seat, but it has 2 tears so needs a new cover. I actually like th bars and I removed the mirrors for now.
I appreciate the photoshopping, makes me want the fender eliminator more than ever..
I'm struggling with what to do next. The brakes grab great, but squeal.
Any idea where I can download the service manual?
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15 Jul 2018 15:26 #787004
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Folks,
Currently testing way to mount my GoPro to the bike...here's a vid:
Let me know what you think.
Currently testing way to mount my GoPro to the bike...here's a vid:
Let me know what you think.
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