KZ 700 ,, 1984

I just pick up a KZ 700 for real chaep title and keys in hand ,, it is very ugly but savable ,, What I would like to know is any more info on the bike ,, also if any other Kaw can donate its parts ,, gas tank is what I have in mind ,, from what I have been able to see online it looks like the 82 GPZ is a very close match , I dont feel it is good enough to restore but will make a nice base for one of my projects , maybe cafe or Fighter any extra help ? Thanks Shoeman

I'm no help for info ... but sounds interesting ... pics ???

There were only 2000 of the KZ700A1's produced and all for the US market. Despite that, there doesn't appear to be any collector market that ever developed...there are a few owners that seem to think because of the low production numbers = rarity = high resale. This isn't the case. The bike has a lot in common with the KZ750L3/KZ750L4 (Canada) and the KZ750R1, particularly the externals and body parts. If you have cause to need a shop manual, the one you want is the KHI KZ750(four) part number 99924-1021-05:)

Congrats Dave, I've got an 83 750 L-3 which is pretty much the same bike just not the tariff buster motor. I think they made the 700 in 84 and 85. You are correct the 82 GPZ 750 is a close match on most things, handlebars are different as well as gauges. If you get stuck on anything you can always drive an hour north and check out mine.

Here is a pic for reference


Edit: Dave you may want to PM Apeman I seem to remember him saying that he has a NOS tank for one. I'm not sure if he wants to sell it but it can't hurt to ask.

I see they are a rare bike but also thought it was not woth much either ,, That is why I figured if I wanted to cut it no one would care ,, I wish mine was as nice as yours Gringo ,, and thanks for the help .. I will PM about the tank also ..

Hey Gringo I need to know if the 750 you have uses a Gas guage ? Thanks Man

Yeah Dave it's inbetween the tach and speedo.

Thanks Andy ,, I want to come see your bikes this summer .. I will plan a trip soon .. Ok ?