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My husband and I just picked up a 1980 KZ440LTD with 36,000 miles on it today that has been garaged since 1991. This will be my first bike for myself, we have a 1500 Goldwing we ride together. It will be a project bike for my husband this winter to get it up and running. My questions: where can I find parts online, what are some things we should look for in fixing it up and any words of wisdom. This looks like a great site, similar to one we use for our Goldwing that is extremely helpful. It's amazing how motorcyclists really help each other out. Thanks in advance for the input!

Welcome to KZr, and congrats on your "new to you" bike!

If you check the LINKS section here you'll find quite a few very good online parts sources and references.
Z1 Enterprises being probably about the best in all around parts availability, pricing and outstanding service before, during and after your purchase. The owner of Z1 Ent is a longtime member of KZr (Jeff Saunders), and knows just about anything there is to know about our old KZ's.

As far as things to look for, that can be quite a detailed list.
But in a nutshell, check/lube/adjust all cables and drive chain, replace tires if they appear aged or weathered, check and lube all bearings (wheel, steering, swingarm), examine all wiring for signs of damage or future potential problems (worn insulation or pinched wires, etc.) and lube all connectors with dielectric grease, make sure all switches (turn signal, horn, etc) function properly.
I'll let you digest that for now, and I'm sure some other members will chime in shortly with other suggestions of things to check.

Take a stroll through the entire site here, ask questions, and by all means enjoy!

Oh ya, and don't forget to post some pictures (regardless of it's condition) of your "new to you" bike.

Welcome to KZR.

Like RRRR mentioned, give your bike a good once over. Find yourself a service manual, and go over all the periodic maintenance items.

Have fun with your new ride, and be safe.

RRRR has just about said it all , so ... Welcome to KZR and good luck with your prodject. ..... Oh ya ! pics , these guys loxe pics , lol