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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 22 Jan 2017 17:01 #752701

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In the past I ran at least 4 different models of Dunlop tires on my BSA and KZ650, and none of them worked very well. I haven't used them in many years and have never used their K300 tires, so maybe they have improved over time, but I'll never buy another set of them. Ed
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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 23 Jan 2017 17:42 #752779

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I got my decals from Ebay
"classic reproduction decals and parts" is the name on there

Hard to tell if they are good with the paper on them. Bodywork should be done in a couple weeks.
I'll know then. But they do have good positive feedback online.

Got her all stripped down today. Next week I'll strip and paint the engine and frame.


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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 23 Jan 2017 18:42 #752784

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Good to know Ed, thanks.
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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 24 Jan 2017 17:14 #752838

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I have semi gloss and gloss paint here.
Looks like the side covers on the motor are gloss but the top end is semi gloss.?
Anyone know ?

And the exhaust I was going to go semi? Does that sound right for an 81?

Got some sand for the blaster in today. Next weekend is the blasting day.
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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 26 Jan 2017 19:44 #752977

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All sandblasted, degreased and masked.
Ready for paint.












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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 27 Jan 2017 16:10 #753033

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Today I painted the motor and frame.







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Nice work Steve!
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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 29 Jan 2017 07:45 #753184

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Thanks Rob,



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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 29 Jan 2017 08:49 #753194

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Looks like you are making good head way on a great bike to love. I don't do "restoration" I believe in preservation, showing the wear and tear from use....period correct after market parts are a plus along with rare Kawasaki Accessories.

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1981 Kawasaki GPZ1100B1 winter restoration project 29 Jan 2017 16:35 #753222

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Very nice Taildrag.

I'm thinking of replacing the old rough looking rear shocks with a nice quality shock.
Any recommendations?

Steve
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Coast Steve wrote: Very nice Taildrag.

I'm thinking of replacing the old rough looking rear shocks with a nice quality shock.
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The US distributor/importer for Ikon {Koni} shocks is a member of this site, he has member discounts and is a great guy to deal with, Ikon {Koni} are very good shocks and fully rebuildable..

www.kzrider.com/forum/14-vendor-forum/60...scounts?limitstart=0
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I've had my Hagon shocks for 10 years and they still work and look like new. I really like them a lot! Here's wher to get them if you decide on them: davequinnmotorcycles.com/cgi-bin/webc.cg...GON_TWIN_SHOCKS.html Ed

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