Nelson's KZ1000 Fighter? build

I've never seen any of the OEM's use a seal on the top bearing! I wonder if any of them do?

893cv wrote: I've never seen any of the OEM's use a seal on the top bearing! I wonder if any of them do?

Yeah I always thought the sheet metal cup thing was supposed to be the top seal myself anyway.
Are you sure that top race is all the way in?
Seems a little high to me anyway,maybe check part number to make sure its the right part

Well I just looked at a stock 78 frame in the garage,I must of been thinking about the lower race.
Anyway does the bearing sit close to flush without that big ol seal on top of it?Maybe that's why it doesn't look right to me

Nelson wrote: oooooh! ahhhhh!

I don't like the foldy tab things much. Thought about leaving them out and buying some locking nuts instead. But... as you all know I'm trying to save bucks on this build, so I decided to polish everything up and use it. Also - this way I got something DONE instead of creating another delay.

Before disassembly I noticed the sprocket teeth were mostly black from chain grease. So I painted the sprocket black in hopes it will sort of "match" the teeth as soon as the paint wears off the teeth.

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Those wheelos are awesome I kept a set for a future build ran em on ebay once but priced them too high to sell best stock mag ever produced gonna build a bobber with a 9" over front end
and use those wheels love it man good work


you got me nervous on ordering new neck bearinbgs getting ready do my swap next week

Noone panic! :ohmy:

The bearings fit just fine. It's only the seal that is odd. Perhaps this kit includes a top seal that is used on other bikes but not even intended for the KZ.

I found an oring that fills the gap perfectly. The triple clamps are on now, sealed, and all is well.

Thanks for the comment about the wheels. When I bought the bike it had wire spokes, but I always liked these better, so I bought a used set for it.

Regarding squish: The guy at Wiseco wasn't so helpful this time. Here is his response:

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As long as you are using the correct base and head gasket thickness the squish will be correct and the engine will run fine.

Regards,
Al

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Yesterday I responded by asking for the recommended squish for these pistons, and he hasn't responded yet.

Just run it as is.

yeah I think I will.

Anyone know a place to buy cool looking bolts? I want red anodized allen heads for the clutch cover and others.

Thanks wireman!

Anybody wanna trade some valve shims with me? I need two 255 shims. I have TONS of other sizes, see my post here:

www.kzrider.com/forum/2-engine/563882-wa...shims-with-me#563882