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26 Apr 2022 17:35 #866204 by lancer011
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Hello, new to the forum! Just got an 81 kz550 ltd with 11k miles and in pretty great shape. Except the front brake. There is none. The master cylinder is all corroded. What should I do about this? Do you think the caliper is ok? I have a new MC and pads on the way...is the caliper interchangeable with any other bikes out there?? Thanks

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27 Apr 2022 19:52 #866270 by TexasKZ
Replied by TexasKZ on topic 81 Ltd 550 front brakes
That caliper assembly was used on several models, and the caliper itself may have been used on others. On the page at the link below, scroll down to the Related Fitment list, and scroll down that list to see the models that have the same assembly.

www.partzilla.com/product/kawasaki/43041...ef4150f20a4c5c98e57a

1982 KZ1000 LTD parts donor
1981 KZ1000 LTD awaiting resurrection
2000 ZRX1100 not ridden enough

www.kzrider.com/11-projects/620336-anoth...uild-thread?start=24

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28 Apr 2022 04:51 #866275 by Nessism
Replied by Nessism on topic 81 Ltd 550 front brakes
It's pretty easy to rebuild the caliper you have.  Pop out the piston and inspect for corrosion.  If the piston is pitted, get a new one (assuming it's still available) and replace the seals.  Also replace the brake lines.  Regarding the master, get the same size as your bike had originally.  The old master should be marked with it's size.

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28 Apr 2022 15:30 #866312 by TexasKZ
Replied by TexasKZ on topic 81 Ltd 550 front brakes
According to Partzilla, the seals and piston are still available.

1982 KZ1000 LTD parts donor
1981 KZ1000 LTD awaiting resurrection
2000 ZRX1100 not ridden enough

www.kzrider.com/11-projects/620336-anoth...uild-thread?start=24

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