What are common kz1000 cylinder head problems?

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What are common kz1000 cylinder head problems?

22 Mar 2016 12:25 - 22 Mar 2016 12:28
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Maybe racing specific problems?
I repaired a lot of car engines but never did motorcycles.
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Re: What are common kz1000 cylinder head problems?

22 Mar 2016 13:37
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I believe some of the early J heads had problems wit loose valve guides, but by far the most common problem is ignorant, lazy owners.
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Re: What are common kz1000 cylinder head problems?

22 Mar 2016 13:40
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Valve guides
Valve seals
Weak Valve springs.
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Re: What are common kz1000 cylinder head problems?

22 Mar 2016 16:09
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There are no specific design problems or flaws even in racing conditions.
Only the usual wear and tear service issues and moron inflicted damage.
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Re: What are common kz1000 cylinder head problems?

22 Mar 2016 19:58
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It depends on what youre trying to get out of it,build to suit your needs. ;)
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Re: What are common kz1000 cylinder head problems?

02 Apr 2016 22:10
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"cam cap bolts stripping threads".
These heads have been worked on numerous times by people who are not always experienced.
Bench test all cam cap bolts. Tighten all bolts by hand.
DO NOT use a torque wrench even if it is a Snap On

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Re: What are common kz1000 cylinder head problems?

03 Apr 2016 06:50
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Cutting corners and reusing worn out parts.
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