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Gauge cluster swaps (KZ750 L3)
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01 Apr 2012 22:19 #513475
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1983 KZ750 L3 with 4-1 Kerker pipe and pods
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Have many of you folks swapped gauge clusters out of these KZs? I keep killing the stock KZ750 L3 gauge clusters - the speedos are apparently very weak, and they're extremely rare.
I found a cluster set from a ZX11, but the guy said there's no plastic back to the cluster, because it just sockets into the dash. I hate this fact, but maybe someone has some insight?
I would also gladly take advice on where to find mechanical speedos and electrical tachs.
Also, does anyone happen to know what the speedo drive ratio is on the '83 KZ750 L3?
I'll post pictures of my total bike overhaul when I'm done in a few months. So excited for the big ride.
I found a cluster set from a ZX11, but the guy said there's no plastic back to the cluster, because it just sockets into the dash. I hate this fact, but maybe someone has some insight?
I would also gladly take advice on where to find mechanical speedos and electrical tachs.
Also, does anyone happen to know what the speedo drive ratio is on the '83 KZ750 L3?
I'll post pictures of my total bike overhaul when I'm done in a few months. So excited for the big ride.
1983 KZ750 L3 with 4-1 Kerker pipe and pods
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02 Apr 2012 02:35 #513515
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Terry Meyer / Wichita KS
76 kz900 w/1000 motor TWZTD
I am not driving too fast, I'm flying too low.
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i used this for mine not sure how accurate it is but its not bad
www.jcwhitney.com/chrome-speedometer-2-1...923.jcwx?filterid=u0
www.jcwhitney.com/chrome-speedometer-2-1...923.jcwx?filterid=u0
Terry Meyer / Wichita KS
76 kz900 w/1000 motor TWZTD
I am not driving too fast, I'm flying too low.
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02 Apr 2012 09:45 #513544
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76 KZ, frame gusset work,1200CC.Ported by Larry Cavanaugh, 1.5mm.over intakes, Carron Pipe, ZRX12 rear end, and seat,96zx9 front end.
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if u can get the zx11 cheap, its worth an experiment.
i put a zx9 front end on my kz. it has a speedo drive on the front axle,similar to the kz as well. i just had to swap the ends on the speedo cable, so it works with my kz speedo. if the speed mph,is off a bit , u can take the needle off the speedos post and re-position it so it reads right, at say 60mph.
i put a zx9 front end on my kz. it has a speedo drive on the front axle,similar to the kz as well. i just had to swap the ends on the speedo cable, so it works with my kz speedo. if the speed mph,is off a bit , u can take the needle off the speedos post and re-position it so it reads right, at say 60mph.
76 KZ, frame gusset work,1200CC.Ported by Larry Cavanaugh, 1.5mm.over intakes, Carron Pipe, ZRX12 rear end, and seat,96zx9 front end.
01 CBR600F4i Track bike.
Cobourg, Ont. Can.
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03 Apr 2012 03:00 #513731
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1983 KZ750 L3 with 4-1 Kerker pipe and pods
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It's $75 for the ZX11 cluster, but also a couple hours of my life driving. I'm pretty sure the inputs would work, but I can't ride with the wires being exposed in the back, and I'm definitely not cool enough to form some plastic to fit!
1983 KZ750 L3 with 4-1 Kerker pipe and pods
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