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21 Jan 2008 21:21 #190432 by Bad Kaw
Replied by Bad Kaw on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
You're welcome, Jordan. We like what we see in ya, and we'd like for a "good 'un" like you to stick around. Now, get back to work and post pics! B)

78 Kawasaki Z1R
81 Kawasaki KZ1000J (mods)
82 Kawasaki ELR Clone (1000 J)
82 Kawasaki KZ750R1/GPz750 ELR-ed
70 Kawasaki KV75
83 Honda CB1100F (few mods)
79 Suzuki GS1000 (rolling frame / project / junk)
84 Suzuki GS1150ES (modified project)
83 Yamaha XJ900R (project / junk)

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23 Jan 2008 16:17 #190708 by Mellvis
Replied by Mellvis on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
It sure is cool to see a young guy interested in the old bikes. Take advantage of the equipment you have available. When I was in school I had access tool all of the "tools of the trade" but I was more into old farm equipment and pick up trucks. You show alot of tallent and lots of vision. The bike looks cool and you're going about it the right way. Ask lots of questions and use all of our knowledge to help you make your choices. If you don't take our ideas we won't hate you, just make sure you make safe choices.

Welcome to the club!

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19 Feb 2008 10:41 #195576 by jordan
Replied by jordan on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
Frame is finally back!!! All powdercoated and ready for reassembly

KZ810 streetfighter kz/gpz/gsxr
1983 gs1100e
1979 KZ 1000 1428 dragbike project
1974 kawasaki H1 500 sold :(
1972 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay :(
1973 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay :(
1982 kz750(sold)
1978 kz650 hardtail(sold)
1975 honda xl250-sold
1971 yamaha R5-sold
1982 yamaha xs400
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19 Feb 2008 10:42 #195577 by jordan
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KZ810 streetfighter kz/gpz/gsxr
1983 gs1100e
1979 KZ 1000 1428 dragbike project
1974 kawasaki H1 500 sold :(
1972 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay :(
1973 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay :(
1982 kz750(sold)
1978 kz650 hardtail(sold)
1975 honda xl250-sold
1971 yamaha R5-sold
1982 yamaha xs400
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19 Feb 2008 17:04 #195659 by ultraghostrider
Replied by ultraghostrider on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
Jordan bike looks awesome so far, I agree with you and this forum. Good to see you build this bike not get the plastic stuff out there.

I just got my kz project back. It was being done for me. I had it painted and the 810 big bore kit done. What a improvement over stock. Just one thing to say. GOnna eat some gas. My 3.5 tank gets me station to gas station.

810 kit stage 3 jets V&H pipe pods eats up the gas but roll on is awesome and the sound kicks any new bikes but:)

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22 Feb 2008 17:34 #196362 by Bad Kaw
Replied by Bad Kaw on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
Should have some good 'garage' days coming up; look forward to seeing your progress updates.

-KR

78 Kawasaki Z1R
81 Kawasaki KZ1000J (mods)
82 Kawasaki ELR Clone (1000 J)
82 Kawasaki KZ750R1/GPz750 ELR-ed
70 Kawasaki KV75
83 Honda CB1100F (few mods)
79 Suzuki GS1000 (rolling frame / project / junk)
84 Suzuki GS1150ES (modified project)
83 Yamaha XJ900R (project / junk)

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22 Feb 2008 18:47 #196378 by Newbie
Replied by Newbie on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
Hey Jordan,

I justed wanted to say nice project! The frame and wheels turned out great! Did you paint or powdercoat them? I've received mixed opinions regarding the quality of powdercoating these cast wheels so I'm wondering what most guys have done.

More pics please!

Ed

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23 Feb 2008 07:31 #196434 by ultraghostrider
Replied by ultraghostrider on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
looking for someone in my area VA BEACH VA. to ride with and loves the KZ's as much as I do. Just got my 78kz650sr\810cc back and would love to meet up with other riders with similar taste hate the many crotch rockets here.

Also any news on a meet this year???

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23 Feb 2008 07:49 #196438 by RoyNor
Replied by RoyNor on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
Aah, powdercoating is the best solution for frame etc, Its no doubt. ;) Looks great!

As for powdercoating cast wheels, the one 1000J i have was that done to for over 15 years ago, still looks like new.

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23 Feb 2008 18:04 #196518 by jordan
Replied by jordan on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
Totally agree RoyNor. The wheel looks AWESOME. The only problem is that none of the little shops around here want to put the tire on in fear of scratching the powdercoating(Same reason I'me not doing it myself either). I never imagined the frame would look that good! Thanks for the comment on what I can expect when its done. I really hope it has plenty of power. Now I can't wait til its done! If its not fast enough, I might need to place an order at nitrous express:evil:

KZ810 streetfighter kz/gpz/gsxr
1983 gs1100e
1979 KZ 1000 1428 dragbike project
1974 kawasaki H1 500 sold :(
1972 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay :(
1973 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay :(
1982 kz750(sold)
1978 kz650 hardtail(sold)
1975 honda xl250-sold
1971 yamaha R5-sold
1982 yamaha xs400

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27 Feb 2008 20:43 #197310 by Newbie
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Thanks for the reply RoyNor!

Jordan, just curious did your wheels require any prep work by the powdercoater, other than sandblasting?

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09 Mar 2008 21:26 #199243 by jordan
Replied by jordan on topic kz 810 streetfighter! 78, 81, 04
I don't believe so. I did the sandblasting to reduce cost. He charged me for powdercoating, and said nothing about extra work required.

KZ810 streetfighter kz/gpz/gsxr
1983 gs1100e
1979 KZ 1000 1428 dragbike project
1974 kawasaki H1 500 sold :(
1972 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay :(
1973 Kawasaki s2 350-parted on ebay :(
1982 kz750(sold)
1978 kz650 hardtail(sold)
1975 honda xl250-sold
1971 yamaha R5-sold
1982 yamaha xs400

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