Fuel tanks and fitment.

Bulletkz
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29 Dec 2019 15:26 #816089 by Bulletkz

Fuel tanks and fitment. was created by Bulletkz

Does anyone know what fuel tanks interchange?
Not looking for correct models but will it fit.
I have a Kawasaki kz1000 ltd with a rusty inside tank.
I sealed it with a kBS kit a few months ago and it is already lifting and rusting underneath.
I am also trying to make the bike look like a older model and is not stock.

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30 Dec 2019 07:18 #816126 by M_a_t_t

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If you post some measurements of the mounts others could check their tanks easier and might be able to give you an idea.

83 KZ1100A (shaft)
17 Versys X 300 abs
81 kz650h1
81 kz750e2
90 Honda CBR600F (brother's)

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30 Dec 2019 08:07 #816130 by Street Fighter LTD

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Nice Camaro

Original owner 78 1000 LTD
Mr Turbo Race Kit, MTC 1075 Turbo pistons by PitStop Performance , Falicon Ultra Lite Super Crank, APE everything. Les Holt @ PDM's Billet Goodies . Frame by Chuck Kurzawa @ Logghe Chassis . Deep sump 5qt oil pan. RIP Bill Hahn

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30 Dec 2019 10:48 #816136 by z1kzonly

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Nice work so far! Keep the LTD smaller tank! Please! You can find a tank pretty easy.
Will be a tough looking retro KZ.
For sealers! I have found the "CASWELL PRODUCT"
It's a 2 part Phenol Novolac Epoxy. It thrives on old bad sealers and rust or corrosion.
I used some on a set of 1968 Harley Electra Glide rare tanks. I Loved it.
But find a Kaw LTD tank It is the heart and base of these models besides the engine of course.
That ZX600 is a nice conversion swinger, I did one with 2 regular shocks a few years ago.

Livin in "CheektaVegas, NY
Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!

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30 Dec 2019 15:48 #816149 by Bulletkz

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Thank.
I have been looking for a replacement but not much luck.
They are either as bad as mine or priced as high as a whole bike.
Doesn't look fun to remove the sealer in my tank either.
I'm doing a high end paint job and don't want it going bad in a few years.

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30 Dec 2019 17:19 #816150 by hardrockminer

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I might have an LTD tank in good shape except for the paint.

I have several restored bikes along with a 2006 Goldwing with a sidecar. My wife has a 2019 Suzuki DR 650 for on and off road.

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30 Dec 2019 19:40 - 31 Dec 2019 17:07 #816156 by spdygon

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Any 76-80 900-1000 ltd model will fit...

1982 GS1000sz Katana ( #15...17K Miles)
1982 GS1000sz Katana ( # 297....7100k Miles)
1978 Kz1000 Z1R. 10K Miles1
1978 kz1000 z1r 27k miles
1977 KZ 1000 A ( Project ) 54K Miles
1976 Kz900A4 (Red)21K miles
1976 Kz900A4 ( Red)7500 miles
1974 Z1 900 project

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31 Dec 2019 11:10 - 31 Dec 2019 11:36 #816182 by Bulletkz

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Just bought a 76 z1 tank for $125.00 and found out they are different when I got it home.
This sucks everythingis on hold until Iget this tank problem straightened out.

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31 Dec 2019 12:34 - 31 Dec 2019 12:36 #816192 by hardrockminer

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I checked my spares and found my tank. This tank came off my '80 KZ1000 LTD. The bike sat for about 8 years, in plastic wrap until I bought it in 2015. I never used the tank, tail piece or side covers because I bought a set online in '78 colours that I really liked. The tank is in fair condition, with some minor surface rust inside and one ding on the right front that a body person could probably pull out. It's not deep...just a crease. The paint is bad...needs to be repainted. Here are a couple of photos. If you want it you can have it for a $100 donation to KZRiders...and I will pay the shipping if you are in North America. I live in central BC, Canada.