My First Bike - 1979 KZ650B
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Re: My First Bike - 1979 KZ650B
17 Aug 2009 12:41
Great looking find and first bike! I just put on a set of Conti GO! Tires on my KZ. Didn't get to ride much yet due to breaking off a fork axle clamp bolt on install of said tires. 
Will get that sorted out. I just wanted to mention that these tires replace the original mold stamped date 1976 tires. They looked new but we all know what riding on old tires can be like, yes like riding on a hockey puc. These Contis come in the right sizes: 3.25" x 19" Front and 4.00" x 18" Rear. They have a modern tread design and sticky rubber. They are reasonable on price too. I like the fact that the dimensions are in standard.
Also, you might check your rear wheel alignment while you are looking at bearings and tires.
Will get that sorted out. I just wanted to mention that these tires replace the original mold stamped date 1976 tires. They looked new but we all know what riding on old tires can be like, yes like riding on a hockey puc. These Contis come in the right sizes: 3.25" x 19" Front and 4.00" x 18" Rear. They have a modern tread design and sticky rubber. They are reasonable on price too. I like the fact that the dimensions are in standard.Also, you might check your rear wheel alignment while you are looking at bearings and tires.
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1977 KZ650B Ready & Fit to Roll Anywhere!
1974 F7 175 -first bike and still own, full resto soon!
2002 ZRX1200R -Red the faster color
2011 Concours 14 -Now a Snarling Wolf in Sheep's Clothing!
1977 KZ650B Ready & Fit to Roll Anywhere!
1974 F7 175 -first bike and still own, full resto soon!
2002 ZRX1200R -Red the faster color
2011 Concours 14 -Now a Snarling Wolf in Sheep's Clothing!
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