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reed valves 11 May 2006 06:10 #46564

Kzbatty Topic Author Offline User Posts: 23 Thank you received: 0	Does anyone know where I can get some new or at least better reed valves for my KZ 1100-L LTD? Z1 Enterprises? Bike Barn?
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reed valves 11 May 2006 21:27 #46744

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AFAIK the only ones available are the OEM reed valves.

FWIW, most folks just yank the hoses/charcoal canister/fuel seperator for that epa mandated crap and either fab plates to cover the reed valve openings, or just block of the outlets on top of the reed valve covers.

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reed valves 12 May 2006 05:27 #46763

waterman Offline User Posts: 102 Thank you received: 0	What do you suggest to do with the vacuum line from the carb to the reed valve?
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reed valves 12 May 2006 05:42 #46765

rammy Offline User Posts: 150 Thank you received: 1	Plug it at the sorce with a vacuum cap. You can find them in assorted sizes at the auto parts store The barn yard;77 Kz650B-1 Kaw(the fun one) & 89 classic hog. Chicago area-south burbs
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