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27 Dec 2008 20:19 - 27 Dec 2008 20:21 #255015 by jzanutto
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the whole reason I'm here is cuz I picked up a 78 B model to restore.

So the previous owner said it needed a coil, the left coil was not functioning so I replaced that and got it running today!:woohoo: the low end circuits in the carbs are all gummied up so it wont run any longer than my prime shots. It sounds good with the kerker.

so once the carbs are cleaned up, and I can drive it around the block and make sure the trans works ok, then I will tear it down for the repaint/rechrome, etc. The bodywork will keep the existing metallic black. I am going to paint the engine black .

1978 KZ650B 2004 BMW R1150RT
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27 Dec 2008 21:07 #255019 by bill_wilcox100
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Wow, jzanutto! Really nice bike. Let us know how it's coming along.

Best of success. :)

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1977 KZ650-B1 (Stock)
Upgrades:
- Dyna S Electronic Ignition (DS2-2)
- Dyna 3 Ohm Coils (DC1-1)
- Coil Repowering Mod
- Progressive Springs Front & Rear
- Saddlemen Seat Cover
- New Metallic Red Re-Paint & Repro Badges.
Montreal, Canada

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27 Dec 2008 21:22 #255021 by trianglelaguna
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all this talk on here about 650s and these gret project photos everyone posts... has gotten me thinking about one.....oh no.....here we go...now i'm gonna start seeing deals on 650s everywhere...lets see i'll start one off by...........................................:laugh:

1976 KZ900
2003 ZX12R
2007 FZ1000
2004 ninja 250R for wife

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27 Dec 2008 22:40 - 01 Apr 2009 19:51 #255044 by jzanutto
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The coil was 49, and the starter clutch was 30. I will put the start clutch in when I pull the motor for the cleanup and paint.

The odometer shows 38k miles, but the engine case lines show orange RTV all the way around, so someone has gone through the engine. I'll listen for noises, maybe do a compression test.

Fresno CA

1978 KZ650B 2004 BMW R1150RT
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30 Dec 2008 08:23 #255356 by jzanutto
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this was yesterday


1978 KZ650B 2004 BMW R1150RT

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16 Jan 2009 17:27 - 01 Apr 2009 19:52 #258319 by jzanutto
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its finally all the way down to the bone. Many parts are ordered and coming. Frame gets blasted next week, followed by black Imron.

1978 KZ650B 2004 BMW R1150RT
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16 Jan 2009 20:25 #258354 by Kawozaki
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"I am going to paint the engine black ."

Oh don't do that...they look so purdy all clean an' shiny!!!

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16 Jan 2009 21:26 #258364 by Kickstand
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Looks like you'll have a fine ride considering the outlay. I've always been fond the 650's.

I'd keep the engine shiny as well, especially on a black bike.

1978 Kawi Z1R
1977 HD XLCR
1970 Bultaco 360 El Montadero
1978 Suzuki GS1000
1966 BMW R50/2

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17 Jan 2009 09:25 #258404 by 650ed
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Me like shiney.


1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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17 Jan 2009 09:27 #258405 by 650ed
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Me like shiney (other side)


1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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17 Jan 2009 09:35 #258406 by trianglelaguna
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very nice...very..very nice...650ed wrote:

Me like shiney (other side)


hey jzanutto..... you are in a treasure trove of old bikes in the fresno area....i bet there are 100s i've seen old roadrace one off specials come outta there and the surrounding areas..tulare...visallia(sp)...thos 70s and 80s valley boys were some motorhead mothas for sure and alot of that stuff is tucked away...rd350-400s---z-1 turbos--all knids of stuff in your woods...peace

1976 KZ900
2003 ZX12R
2007 FZ1000
2004 ninja 250R for wife

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17 Jan 2009 15:20 #258438 by jzanutto
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these days, if a craigslist RD400 comes up you have to call in the first hour, or its GONE! Same with H2s

I might paint the lower cases gloss imron, then leave the cylinders and head natural finish

1978 KZ650B 2004 BMW R1150RT

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