New Rider with questions

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New Rider with questions

19 Apr 2013 19:19
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hey there everyone,
Im a new 76 kz400 owner and new rider. my name is Thomas Toebbe and im from Louisville Ky. i found a 76 kz that has not been out of a garage sense 81! redone engine gaskets and tuned up carb, and she purs like a kitten. question: the tires are dry rotted, they are 3.25 18 and 3.50 18. does this bike have to have tube or not? thanks Thomas

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Re: New Rider with questions

19 Apr 2013 20:39
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Welcome 76kz400rider.

Your bike came standard with wire spoke wheels and yes they use tubes and tube type tires.
It would be best to replace the rim strips, tubes and tires.

Good Luck,
Jim
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Jim
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