79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

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79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

13 Feb 2009 18:49 - 26 Feb 2009 11:51
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I've been meaning to start this thread for a long, long time, so here goes! This is my 79 MKII project. I've owned the bike since '88 and did a complete restoration in '89. It was due for another resto, so I started this version nearly 4 years ago. Things sure go slowly when you have a wife and 4 young kids!:laugh:

Here's the before look:
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And the after look - almost finished:
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The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250

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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

13 Feb 2009 19:05
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every time i see that bike some thing happens in my pants, not that you pigs i just my wallet has had a spasm.
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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

13 Feb 2009 19:07
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WOW! Very nice. B)

What's involved in widening the rims, and increasing the diametre on the back?
Are you running radial tires now?
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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

13 Feb 2009 19:16 - 26 Feb 2009 11:54
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Here's a link to the rebuild album if anyone is interested. There are over 500 pictures in it.

photobucket.com/79_Kawasaki_KZ1000_MKII
The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250
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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

13 Feb 2009 19:34
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rstnick wrote:
WOW! Very nice. B)

What's involved in widening the rims, and increasing the diametre on the back?
Are you running radial tires now?

Kosman can explain the wheels better than me...

www.kosman.net/weldup.htm

Yes, I am running radials now. The main reason I went with the 17 / 18 combo was for tire selection. There aren't too many good sizes anymore for 19" and even the 18" is getting harder to find. The radials have felt great so far on the limited riding I've done (about 40 miles).
The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250

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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

13 Feb 2009 20:49
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Mike.....you got some skills ! Next time I'm in Cleveland Walt and I are gonna pay a visit.:laugh: Of cousre you gotta but the suds.:laugh: Nice job on the bike!

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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

18 Feb 2009 17:34 - 26 Feb 2009 12:31
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No problem - look me up and I'll show you the area's finest! (by finest I mean cheap dirty biker bars!) :laugh:
The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250
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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

18 Feb 2009 17:46 - 26 Feb 2009 11:59
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Faceplates from Klasmo, gauges rebuilt by Z-resto
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The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250

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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

18 Feb 2009 17:49 - 26 Feb 2009 12:15
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I love new pistons! 1260cc MTC


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The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250

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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

18 Feb 2009 18:01 - 26 Feb 2009 12:23
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Klasmo clutch cover with MRE lock up
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The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250

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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

18 Feb 2009 18:05 - 26 Feb 2009 12:33
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Paint is finally back! Terry McCall did the painting.

www.mccallcolors.com
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The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250

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Re: 79 KZ1000 MKII Project - almost done!

18 Feb 2009 18:08 - 18 Feb 2009 18:24
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The rear shocks and rear axle are now lower and the forks are a little higher up in the tree. I didn't like how it handled. I still have to dial in the carbs and might change sprocket/chain combinations...again! Also changed mirrors and have a few other little things to do. Can't wait for warm weather! I'll post a few more pics of the finished product.

Here's the tail, also painted my McCall Colors. I am a huge Led Zeppelin fan and this is from the 4th album. It's also a tarrot card - the hermit.
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The Kaw List:
Current: 79 KZ1000 A3 MKII, 78 KZ1000 A2, 78 KZ1000 Z1-R, 78 KZ650 SR, 80 KE175
Former: 03 KLX400SR, 99 ZRX1000, 82 KZ750 LTD, 80 KZ1000 A4 MKII, 80 KZ1000 LTD, 78 KZ1000 A2, 74 H-2 750 Triple, 78 KL250

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