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Trying to Rescue a Late 1970s (1977??) Kawasaki KZ1000
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15 Jan 2023 07:51 #878844
by Mikaw
1976 KZ 900 A4 kzrider.com/forum/11-projects/613548-1976-kz-900-a4
1976 KZ 900 B1 LTD
1978 KZ 1000 B2 LTD
1980 KZ 750 E1
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Replied by Mikaw on topic Trying to Rescue a Late 1970s (1977??) Kawasaki KZ1000
Looks like you need to visit Vintage Connections and get some items to fix the hacked up wiring. They sell great starter kits at a reasonable price. They also have the vinyl sleeves to replace what you cut off. Also go to evilbay and get a set of connector terminal release tools
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1976 KZ 900 A4 kzrider.com/forum/11-projects/613548-1976-kz-900-a4
1976 KZ 900 B1 LTD
1978 KZ 1000 B2 LTD
1980 KZ 750 E1
Kowledge Speaks, But Wisdom Listens.
Jimi Hendrix.
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15 Jan 2023 10:29 - 15 Jan 2023 15:07 #878852
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Nothing quite like the rip of a Big KZ
Replied by wdhewson on topic Trying to Rescue a Late 1970s (1977??) Kawasaki KZ1000
Thanks guys,
I don't recall an instrument bezel gasket for either the speedo or tacho. Despite all the weather tools we now have, I do get caught in a rain ride about twice a year. I might "paint" a thin layer of non-hardening sealant at that joint under the ring.
The de-pinning tool looks excellent. My skill and luck with de-pinning is abysmal. Re-wiring this bike will be a chore, as it seems to have been "insensitively" disassembled regarding wiring and the PO was very honest about this. My goal is a simplified wiring with a quality emphasis on the ignition circuitry.
Next I'll do a little work with the output sprocket and clutch throwout mechanism. I think the inner cable is rusted to the outer cable, as the lever has no travel and hits a hard stop.
I don't recall an instrument bezel gasket for either the speedo or tacho. Despite all the weather tools we now have, I do get caught in a rain ride about twice a year. I might "paint" a thin layer of non-hardening sealant at that joint under the ring.
The de-pinning tool looks excellent. My skill and luck with de-pinning is abysmal. Re-wiring this bike will be a chore, as it seems to have been "insensitively" disassembled regarding wiring and the PO was very honest about this. My goal is a simplified wiring with a quality emphasis on the ignition circuitry.
Next I'll do a little work with the output sprocket and clutch throwout mechanism. I think the inner cable is rusted to the outer cable, as the lever has no travel and hits a hard stop.
Nothing quite like the rip of a Big KZ
Last edit: 15 Jan 2023 15:07 by wdhewson.
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15 Jan 2023 14:45 #878860
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Replied by SWest on topic Trying to Rescue a Late 1970s (1977??) Kawasaki KZ1000
After 40+ years of a stiff clutch I switched to a late model clutch setup. No more binding worm drive plastic POS. I also broke down and bought a needle bearing pusher for inside the clutch basket. The bike now has the pull of a 350 and no more clutch drag.
I suspect that's what was causing the 2nd gear shift dogs wearing out.
All good now.
Steve
1977 KAWASAKI KZ650 (#364) CLUTCH ACTUATOR SHAFT PUSH LEVER AXLE
I suspect that's what was causing the 2nd gear shift dogs wearing out.
All good now.
Steve
1977 KAWASAKI KZ650 (#364) CLUTCH ACTUATOR SHAFT PUSH LEVER AXLE
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16 Jan 2023 08:33 - 16 Jan 2023 08:34 #878877
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Nothing quite like the rip of a Big KZ
Replied by wdhewson on topic Trying to Rescue a Late 1970s (1977??) Kawasaki KZ1000
Thanks guys.
It looks like I do have the updated clutch pressure plate lift mechanism with the helical ramp ball bearings. Disassembled it, cleaned the bits, and reassembled it with some nice smooth grease. Can't say I've ever serviced or seen a helical liner ball bearing assembly before.
Cleaned up the front sprocket a bit, and it's a 17T 530 for sure, and with the 41T rear is a bit higher ratio than I'd like. So maybe a 37 or 38T rear. The washer looks like it has a tab to bend over, but I cannot tell where this tab would locate. See green arrow.
And the headstock VIN sticker is as clean as it'll get. Some cable friction has damaged it.
More later.......helps Winter to pass by.
It looks like I do have the updated clutch pressure plate lift mechanism with the helical ramp ball bearings. Disassembled it, cleaned the bits, and reassembled it with some nice smooth grease. Can't say I've ever serviced or seen a helical liner ball bearing assembly before.
Cleaned up the front sprocket a bit, and it's a 17T 530 for sure, and with the 41T rear is a bit higher ratio than I'd like. So maybe a 37 or 38T rear. The washer looks like it has a tab to bend over, but I cannot tell where this tab would locate. See green arrow.
And the headstock VIN sticker is as clean as it'll get. Some cable friction has damaged it.
More later.......helps Winter to pass by.
Nothing quite like the rip of a Big KZ
Last edit: 16 Jan 2023 08:34 by wdhewson.
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16 Jan 2023 13:30 - 16 Jan 2023 13:31 #878890
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Nothing quite like the rip of a Big KZ
Replied by wdhewson on topic Trying to Rescue a Late 1970s (1977??) Kawasaki KZ1000
Thanks for the tab washer information.
Maybe I'll make a soft steel washer with bolt holes for those "Honda holes", then fold up the washer against at least one of the nut's flats.
In addition to some Loctite.
Perhaps that starter motor would benefit from removal and service. I'll have to vacuum out the extensive spider colony to have a better look.
Maybe I'll make a soft steel washer with bolt holes for those "Honda holes", then fold up the washer against at least one of the nut's flats.
In addition to some Loctite.
Perhaps that starter motor would benefit from removal and service. I'll have to vacuum out the extensive spider colony to have a better look.
Nothing quite like the rip of a Big KZ
Last edit: 16 Jan 2023 13:31 by wdhewson.
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17 Jan 2023 13:10 #878918
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Nothing quite like the rip of a Big KZ
Replied by wdhewson on topic Trying to Rescue a Late 1970s (1977??) Kawasaki KZ1000
South wind brought some warmth to the unheaterd garage, so I did a little more dismantling.
Needed to remove the rear mounted cam chain tensioner to get the starter motor out.
And I pulled the points plate and mechanical ignition advance.
That'll give me some indoor work for several days.
Please do comment on what you see in the pictures, along with any type of advice or updates.
Thanks.
Needed to remove the rear mounted cam chain tensioner to get the starter motor out.
And I pulled the points plate and mechanical ignition advance.
That'll give me some indoor work for several days.
Please do comment on what you see in the pictures, along with any type of advice or updates.
Thanks.
Nothing quite like the rip of a Big KZ
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18 Jan 2023 08:14 #878943
by slayer61
Don't be ridiculous! It's only a flesh wound!
[strike]Wife's little bike... 1984 GPZ 550 Kerker and DynaJet stage I kit[/strike]
Wife's BIG bike......[strike] 1981 GPZ 1100 Kerker and [strike]factory FI[/strike] Mikuni RS34s W/ K&N pods[/strike] SOLD
Replied by slayer61 on topic Trying to Rescue a Late 1970s (1977??) Kawasaki KZ1000
You are doing this bike justice. Thank you Sir. I have been watching in the background because my first Kawasaki was a 1977 KZ1000 way back in the early eighties.
Don't be ridiculous! It's only a flesh wound!
[strike]Wife's little bike... 1984 GPZ 550 Kerker and DynaJet stage I kit[/strike]
Wife's BIG bike......[strike] 1981 GPZ 1100 Kerker and [strike]factory FI[/strike] Mikuni RS34s W/ K&N pods[/strike] SOLD
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