Quinn From New Hampton, IA

HI i'm new to the kz world and pretty new to motorcycles in general. I'm only 15 so my experience is somewhat limited, but I am pretty used to toolin with cars, and with my 81 cm400e honda, which was my first bike.

About a month ago I bought my first kz, I found a farmer who had a 78 kz650 b2 laying in his barn for 15 years. I bought it for $100 and trailered it home, After presure washing through a half inch of grime I saw that the paint is like new and it had very minimal surface rust.

It looked like a good buy and I think it really was. and it'll being running tomorrow after I finish putting in the new carb kits.

So I should get a few rides in before winter.

I hope to get it looking good, for spring.

If anyone has any suggestions for modding my bike I am always open to ideas.

Thanks a lot.

Post edited by: PMcD, at: 2007/09/23 17:14

Welcome to KZR.

Lots of modding can be done to any bike. From engine work to suspention and seat/footpeg combos. Have a look through the Galleries and try the search function for specific topics.

Pix of your rides are mandtory for all new members.

Welcome to KZR...I'd sure like to see photos of the Yammy 305:)

Welcome to the site! I'm impressed with how articulate you are for your age. You should have no problem stating your problems and questions here and getting replies.

Luck is for those who don't work, success if for those who do... best of success with your projects.

Nice catch. Make sure the brakes work before taking it out for a spin. It doesn't matter how good or bad it runs, stopping is more important. :blink:

15 years?
Drain the tank and look inside for rust.
Change the oil and filter with motorcycle-specific oil.
Check the tires for age cracks, and you might want to replace them before riding it.
Wear at least a helmet, jacket, pants, and gloves before venturing out, if you don't have them already
Go easy with it, as it's been sitting for a long time.

Where's the pictures already?

I'll get pics as soon as I can. As for the list of inspections, don't worry the tank was drained before he stored it, unfortunately the carbs weren't. And I drained the oil and replaced it, so it should run like new.

Thanks for all the replies.

Post edited by: PMcD, at: 2007/09/24 16:34