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77' KZ1000 LTD fork tube length

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31 Jul 2022 15:24 - 31 Jul 2022 15:25 #871406 by Kelly E
77' KZ1000 LTD fork tube length was created by Kelly E
Does anyone know how much longer the LTD forks are than the standard forks? The replacement speedometer cable my uncle installed is too short. I want to slide the tubes up in the triple trees to the regular length.
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31 Jul 2022 17:06 #871413 by Mikaw
Replied by Mikaw on topic 77' KZ1000 LTD fork tube length
As far as I know they are the same length. I can measure for you later I have both. Looking at the bike it appears very tall in the rear. 
1976 KZ 900 A4 kzrider.com/forum/11-projects/613548-1976-kz-900-a4
1976 KZ 900 B1 LTD
1978 KZ 1000 B2 LTD
1980 KZ 750 E1
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31 Jul 2022 17:22 - 31 Jul 2022 17:46 #871414 by Mikaw
Replied by Mikaw on topic 77' KZ1000 LTD fork tube length
I measured Kz900 A & B, ‘77 Kz1000  A & B and 1978 Kz1000 B and all are 30 1/2” to 30 9/16”  for axle centerline to top of upper stantion, not including any fork cap nuts. 

EDIT- FYI the proper placement for the fork station is having the top of the stantion flush with the upper triple clamp. 
1976 KZ 900 A4 kzrider.com/forum/11-projects/613548-1976-kz-900-a4
1976 KZ 900 B1 LTD
1978 KZ 1000 B2 LTD
1980 KZ 750 E1
Kowledge Speaks, But Wisdom Listens.
Jimi Hendrix.
Last edit: 31 Jul 2022 17:46 by Mikaw.
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