1981 kz1000c-4 large starter gear bearing

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Does the gaps on these low mile bearings look normal for 24,000 miles?

These are for crankshaft gear.

I believe that is where the cage has a seem, as they roll the cage to shape it. The needle rollers and the clearance is the concern.

Thanks Motorhead,i would suspect that they would get another 24,000 miles. Now all I need is to get me a big starter gear.

For a starter with much better torque, read this:

Using a Honda Mitsuba SM-220 Starter in the Kz (copied from the KZ rider website)

The CB F's used 2 different starters. Look for the one marked .8kw. They also have one that is .7kw. The owner noticed a difference when he installed his. He read that you can remove the outer housing, and rotate it. this will re-align the outer power terminal, to a better location. if you don’t do this, you will need to grind some metal from the chain cover to gain clearance. Also install a heavier gauge wire to the starter .

The stock KZ starter is .6kw in size

www.stockers.com/index.php?dt=HS-29 (Mitsuba SM-220)

Thanks Mike folks,that is a good one for sure!

Or, u can get 1 of those starters from Ebay for $30.