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10 Jul 2014 06:19 #639548
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1974 Z1 900
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I was recently given a basketcase '74 KZ900. Im super excited to start ripping through parts to get something together, so as a heads up, im going to be asking some questions haha! 2 engines, apparently both run, 2 frames and a myriad of other parts. I believe im going to build a very simple, very few electrical components, cafe style bike with what's there.
1974 Z1 900
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10 Jul 2014 07:20 #639553
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skiatook,oklahoma 1980 z1r,1978 kz 1000 z1r x 3,
1976 kz 900 x 3
i make what i can,and save the rest!
billybiltit.blogspot.com/
www.kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/325862-triple-tree-custom-work
kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/294594-frame-bracing?limitstart=0
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welcome.
keep us posted on your progress.
leon
keep us posted on your progress.
leon
skiatook,oklahoma 1980 z1r,1978 kz 1000 z1r x 3,
1976 kz 900 x 3
i make what i can,and save the rest!
billybiltit.blogspot.com/
www.kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/325862-triple-tree-custom-work
kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/294594-frame-bracing?limitstart=0
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10 Jul 2014 15:35 #639641
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Green 1976 KZ900 & Z1 look-a-like 1976 KZ900 Baltimore, Md.
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Welcome from Baltimore. 74 is a Z1900, nice project.
Green 1976 KZ900 & Z1 look-a-like 1976 KZ900 Baltimore, Md.
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10 Jul 2014 20:07 #639665
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Mine:
04 Honda rebel 250(wifes)
04 GSXR 750(bolt on galore)
98 CBR 600F3(filter, pipe, adjustable cam sprokets, dyno tune)
76 KZ900A (LTD gauge pods, crash bars, LTD(style)pipes, dyna coils and ignition,headwork and mild port cleanup by cavanaugh racing, K&N filter pods, heck I dunno.
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Welcome! Fellow yinzer here, Baldwin specificly.
Mine:
04 Honda rebel 250(wifes)
04 GSXR 750(bolt on galore)
98 CBR 600F3(filter, pipe, adjustable cam sprokets, dyno tune)
76 KZ900A (LTD gauge pods, crash bars, LTD(style)pipes, dyna coils and ignition,headwork and mild port cleanup by cavanaugh racing, K&N filter pods, heck I dunno.
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11 Jul 2014 11:36 #639713
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'79 KZ650B3 (stock)
'79 KZ650B3 (parts bike)
'06 HD 883R
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Welcome... and now where are the photos of the heap of goodness?
PS: time to fill out your profile and get the bike info on the bottom of your posts.
PS: time to fill out your profile and get the bike info on the bottom of your posts.
'79 KZ650B3 (stock)
'79 KZ650B3 (parts bike)
'06 HD 883R
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24 May 2015 06:55 - 24 May 2015 06:58 #673460
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Hey folks. Finally got around to committing time to putting together this heap of parts. here are some photos of the 'progress'.
1974 Z1 900
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Hey folks. Finally got around to committing time to putting together this heap of parts. here are some photos of the 'progress'.
1974 Z1 900
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26 May 2015 06:13 #673796
by 531blackbanshee
skiatook,oklahoma 1980 z1r,1978 kz 1000 z1r x 3,
1976 kz 900 x 3
i make what i can,and save the rest!
billybiltit.blogspot.com/
www.kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/325862-triple-tree-custom-work
kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/294594-frame-bracing?limitstart=0
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lookin good man .
nice work on the seat/tail unit,
leon
nice work on the seat/tail unit,
leon
skiatook,oklahoma 1980 z1r,1978 kz 1000 z1r x 3,
1976 kz 900 x 3
i make what i can,and save the rest!
billybiltit.blogspot.com/
www.kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/325862-triple-tree-custom-work
kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/294594-frame-bracing?limitstart=0
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27 May 2015 12:18 #674031
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So the old Rocker gets out his bike to make a ton before he takes his leave. Up on the A1 by Scotch Corner
just like it used to be. And as he flies --- tears in his eyes ---
his wind-whipped words echo the final take and he hits the trunk road doing around 120 with no room left to brake.
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Welcome, keep us posted.
So the old Rocker gets out his bike to make a ton before he takes his leave. Up on the A1 by Scotch Corner
just like it used to be. And as he flies --- tears in his eyes ---
his wind-whipped words echo the final take and he hits the trunk road doing around 120 with no room left to brake.
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16 Jun 2015 11:09 #676824
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Just in case you need to rebuild something, here's some info that may be helpful finding the right parts. The entire front end (forks, brakes, wheel and fender) are off a 76 or later LTD. Same with the rear wheel. If the rear is a disk brake, the swing arm is probably donated from the same bike. From the available pictures, the engine appear to be from a 74 Z1A. The S/N would tell for sure. The carbs two screw top covers put them in the 73-75 range as well. The float bowl design changed a little within those years, but rebuild kits include gaskets for all carbs in that range. You may want to check under the tear drop shaped cover over the front sprocket. Hopefully you find a chain oiler pump. This was only used on the 73/74 Z1's. Most were removed and tossed in the trash. No one is reproducing the pump, so guys restoring an original 73/74 will pay decent money for one. It's of no use to you. Selling the pump may add a little cash to your parts fund. I've seen them go as high as $300, but $100 is probably more realistic. Keep the photos coming.
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05 Jul 2015 16:01 #679552
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Welcome!! What Leon said!!
Ed
Have 1975 Kawasaki Z1-B & 2003 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail Classic
Had Hondas, Harleys and many ,many Z Series Kaws both Std. & LTD's
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531blackbanshee wrote: welcome.
keep us posted on your progress.
leon
Welcome!! What Leon said!!
Ed
Have 1975 Kawasaki Z1-B & 2003 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail Classic
Had Hondas, Harleys and many ,many Z Series Kaws both Std. & LTD's
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