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KZ 1000 won't start
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09 Jun 2013 18:37 #591477
by troz9482
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Hello all I am new to the site but coming on board extremely frustrated. I have a 1982 KZ 1000 LTD that I have stuck a lot of money in and now after restoration it will turn over and has good spark but refuses to fire up. I just reinstalled the carbs after being rebuilt by a reputable Kawasaki dealer and still no luck. If anyone can help please let me know. Thanks in advance
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09 Jun 2013 20:32 #591483
by 650ed
1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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Remember; when starting a KZ...
To start a cold KZ engine the drill is as follows:
Fully charged battery
Petcock "On" (or "Prime" if vacuum actuated)
Kill switch in "Run"
Choke On
Ignition key On
Do not touch the throttle at all.
With the above done pull in the clutch lever and hit the start button
OR
Don't pull in the clutch lever and use the kick starter (if your bike has one).
Ed
To start a cold KZ engine the drill is as follows:
Fully charged battery
Petcock "On" (or "Prime" if vacuum actuated)
Kill switch in "Run"
Choke On
Ignition key On
Do not touch the throttle at all.
With the above done pull in the clutch lever and hit the start button
OR
Don't pull in the clutch lever and use the kick starter (if your bike has one).
Ed
1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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09 Jun 2013 21:08 - 09 Jun 2013 21:13 #591488
by bluej58
78 KZ1000 A2A
Replied by bluej58 on topic KZ 1000 won't start
Do you have a shop manual ?
Who hooked up the hoses ?
Are all the float bowls filling with gas ?
Is the bike stock ?
If not , what mods have you done ?
Who hooked up the hoses ?
Are all the float bowls filling with gas ?
Is the bike stock ?
If not , what mods have you done ?
78 KZ1000 A2A
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09 Jun 2013 21:12 #591490
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1981 KZ1000-K1 LTD
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I have an '81 LTD so same same. Need to eliminate the simple things. 650ed touched on it, verify you have fuel to go along with that spark. Double check you coils and wires are connected correctly. Should be left coil #1 and #4 cylinder, right coil #2 and #3. Retrace your steps. If it ran recently, focus on those things that were removed or replace. Report back. Details, details.
1981 KZ1000-K1 LTD
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