Nelson's KZ1000 Fighter? build
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I also started degreasing the engine. Pain! yuck.
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I did more welding today. and knocked out the old steering head bearings... just cause the frame was hot!
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I got it completely stripped today and started doing some welding of bracing. See my weld thread here for details-
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I also started degreasing the engine. Pain! yuck.
Just a thought. i have had my frame braced, and i use it at the track with a 1200cc motor. if u think u may ride it hard, or upgrade the suspension, u should add a brace under the tank , in front of the seat. just put 1 or 2 plates on to tie the main rails together so they cant twist.
the gussets on this pic are for the extremist.
are u going with a dif swing arm and wider rim ?
mono, duals ?
if u go duals, u may want to add posts to lay the shocks down at the top.
76 KZ, frame gusset work,1200CC.Ported by Larry Cavanaugh, 1.5mm.over intakes, Carron Pipe, ZRX12 rear end, and seat,96zx9 front end.
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After years of thinking about this project I decided NOT to go with 17" wheels, modern front end etc. However I realize that years from now I may want to, that's why I'm putting in some bracing now.
It's got SV650 front brakes, busa rear brake, ZRX shocks and a steering damper. (see previous pics) I've ridden it quite a bit like this and I'm happy with how it rides. The old, crappy handling is like a safety device. It gives lots of warning when I'm going too fast and lets me feel like I'm pushing the limits without actually going really fast.
I've owned modern sport bikes and done plenty of miles at insane speeds in the mountains. The old bike kinda forces me to be a bit more sane...
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This one matches the angle of my head pipes. That's why I put masking tape on it before taking pipes off.
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Wow! I haven't seen anyone brace that area so much before. So the 2 plates with the holes in them are the parts you're referring to?
After years of thinking about this project I decided NOT to go with 17" wheels, modern front end etc. However I realize that years from now I may want to, that's why I'm putting in some bracing now.
It's got SV650 front brakes, busa rear brake, ZRX shocks and a steering damper. (see previous pics) I've ridden it quite a bit like this and I'm happy with how it rides. The old, crappy handling is like a safety device. It gives lots of warning when I'm going too fast and lets me feel like I'm pushing the limits without actually going really fast.
I've owned modern sport bikes and done plenty of miles at insane speeds in the mountains. The old bike kinda forces me to be a bit more sane...
yes i am refering to those 2 plates. since it is a simple gusset ,i would recommend it . much easier than the front x brace. lol.it will come in handy with the increased rake angle.
Your doing a great job Nelson.
76 KZ, frame gusset work,1200CC.Ported by Larry Cavanaugh, 1.5mm.over intakes, Carron Pipe, ZRX12 rear end, and seat,96zx9 front end.
01 CBR600F4i Track bike.
Cobourg, Ont. Can.
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