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What Preparation Is Needed for a 4,500 Mile Trip
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I have owned my 1982 KZ650 CSR for almost 3 years. It had 8,000 miles when I got the bike. Now has 21,000 miles. The motorcycle has been extremely reliable after carb cleaning, brake system flushing and bleeding; electrical connection cleaning, gear ratio change; sportbike handle bars; windshield; etc.
Before the ride I either have done, or will do the following: New tubeless tires - balanced; new chain and sprockets; valve adjustment; ignition timing adjustment (electronic ignition); advancer maintenance; new spark plugs; new petcock diaphragm kit; cleaned all electrical connections; buy and carry a spare clutch cable; clutch adjustment; new oil and filter; cam chain tensioner inspection and cleaning; tach and odometer cable replacement and lubrication; spare bulbs; tool kit; new battery; new steering bearings; break pad and shoe replacement; etc.
I have never been inside the engine other than for valve adjustment but wonder about things like the camshaft drive chain; chain rub pads; drive chain from the crankshaft to the transmission; crankshaft bearings; and other unknowns. The bike runs great; the engine has no noises and I have no reason to believe that I might have any trouble. Just want to tap into the knowledge and experience of other KZRs in order to see if I have overlooked something. Thank you so much.
Bill Baker
Houston, Texas
1982 KZ650 CSR
2008 Yamaha FZ1
2006 Yamaha FZ1
1977 Honda Supersport 750 four (sold)
1984 Honda Nighthawk 650 (sold)
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I don't mean to sound at all negative, but you have said the bike has performed flawlessly for 13,000 miles.. is there any reason to believe it wont for another 4,500??
Tires are a great Idea, as is check Brakes, bearings etc. Change oil n filter, new air filter then go and ENJOY your trip.
Quit worrying so much or it will niggle at the back of your mind and ruin your trip. Now go n have fun!
Oh and take some Aleve and Advil with ya... for the sore ass n shoulders!:blink:
If you cant fix it with a Hammer....... it's gotta be an Electrical problem...
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What Preparation Is Needed for a 4,500 Mile Trip?
The answer is:
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Iron Butt things are great and all and I really have respect for those riders. I just hope fatigue does no0t make a rider dangerous to himself or others. Another thing is I hate missing things getting from here to there. That said GLuck and I hope you miss nothing but bad luck.
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Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
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"If you seek for Eldorado!"
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it would suck in a car..it would suck ten times worse on a bike......i love bikes....cars do have their strong points though.....
Locozuna wrote:
The question is:
What Preparation Is Needed for a 4,500 Mile Trip?
The answer is:
H......
Iron Butt things are great and all and I really have respect for those riders. I just hope fatigue does no0t make a rider dangerous to himself or others. Another thing is I hate missing things getting from here to there. That said GLuck and I hope you miss nothing but bad luck.
1976 KZ900
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2007 FZ1000
2004 ninja 250R for wife
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Hagon
If you decide to buy the Hagons Dave Quinn will include setting them up to suit your specific weight, driving habits, etc. He did a geat job on mine. Ed
1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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I would carry a cell phone, fully charged and do what you have already done.
Maybe stop at a Schucks and switch out the plugs halfway through the trip? With so many people, I imagine that someone's bike is going to have problems. You might want to schedule pit stops for maintenance along the route.
I agree with the board, I think you will be fine.
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Aspirin, deep heat rub for sure cause you're going to be one sore ass puppy and that's only after the first day...
One can of tire fix (flat sealer & inflate in a can).
One can of Monkey Butt (butt rash).
2 sets of plugs (8 total).
If running OEM ignition then points and condenser.
Quart of oil or more pending how much your old girl uses.
Tools for sure.
Small can of Chain lube.
small roll of # 14 AWG wire.
Fuses...
Rain Gear...
Even on our local 200-300 mile trips, my buds joke on all the crap I take but as mentioned, only once and I'm covered which has happened, only on their bikes!
OMR, can I borrow your tools... :S Of course I make them squirm a little before giving them up.... :laugh:
One more thing, digital camera & ride safe & enjoy the trip.... Share the images!
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Camshafts: Kawi GPZ-1100 .375 lift
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ZX636 suspension
MIKUNI, RS-34'S...
Kerker 4-1, 1.5" comp baffle.
Dyna-S E.I.
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Still recovering,some days are better than others.
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1976 KZ900-A4
MTC 1075cc.
Camshafts: Kawi GPZ-1100 .375 lift
Head: P&P via Larry Cavanaugh
ZX636 suspension
MIKUNI, RS-34'S...
Kerker 4-1, 1.5" comp baffle.
Dyna-S E.I.
Earls 10 row Oil Cooler
Acewell 2802 Series Speedo/Tach
Innovate LC1 Wideband 02 AFR meter
Phoenix, Az
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321,000 miles on KZ's that I can remember. Not going to see any more.
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