80 Z1 Classic FI

Just bought a almost complete FI system for an 80 Z1 but missing a few small parts. (Kind of like buying a saddle and not owning a horse!) I could use the metal bracket that the throttle shaft positioner switch mounts to and one rubber boot between throttle body and head. I am also looking for either a converted/carb'd Z1 or a FI bike to purchase. I am in the midwest. Thx

There was a Kz900 in the dllas area on Craigs list for $450.00. Roy

Z1Class005 wrote:

Just bought a almost complete FI system for an 80 Z1 but missing a few small parts. (Kind of like buying a saddle and not owning a horse!) I could use the metal bracket that the throttle shaft positioner switch mounts to and one rubber boot between throttle body and head. I am also looking for either a converted/carb'd Z1 or a FI bike to purchase. I am in the midwest. Thx

last night i just bought the "z1 classic" myself been setting for a while so we will see if i cant get her running-sorry i couldn't be more of a help. im sure i'll be asking alot Q's about this bike soon.the mags are sweet on that bike.
good luck

While looking for parts interchange I see the chrome grab bar will not interchange with anyother year. Can anyone explain what the difference is so I can be on the look out for one that will fit the as yet "phantom" bike? thx

The Z-1 classic did not use the typical ducktail like the rest of the 900/1000's did. Because of this the seat is longer to cover the rear of the frame also the computer for the fuel injection is housed in the seat under the passenger portion. Due to this extra length on the seat a longer grab rail is needed.

Still looking for an 80 z1 classic. PM me. thx dew

Don't know where you are located dew, but check the Houston Craigslist...there is a KZ1000G there:)

crap...

Post edited by: Mcdroid, at: 2007/12/10 20:18

Mcdroid "crap"? Pics are not very good and also wondering what Houston weather does to chrome, paint, etc.

Z1Class005 wrote:

Mcdroid "crap"? Pics are not very good and also wondering what Houston weather does to chrome, paint, etc.

No, 'crap' because I double-posted...and the weather can be tough on finishes...particularly if you leave your scooters outside and how close to the coast you are (salt air is not your friend:) )

HUM.... brand new, in the crate yet, 80 z1 classic shows up on ebay today. What will something like that bring????? Would it even run after setting that long? Boy is it NICE looking though.....pant pant pant.

That's a pretty neat find. A bike like that should go to the Barber museum but my guess is some foreign buyer snatches it up. I'll be real interested to see how much it fetches.