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The kz don't start anymore
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The kz don't start.
I check the spark plugs and alls have a fire.
I check the cabs fuel level with clear tubes method.
I check the battery level.
I check the air filter.
I check the fuel quality.
Petcok on, neutral position, run button on.
I try the kickstarter.
The motorccyle is in a good condition. was starting like a charm 1 year ago. But was more an more long to start the first start since next month. Then when she was running, it was not difficult to restart.
I have no more ideas actually...
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If the bike has sat for more than 3 months the carbs could be gunked up too.
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Valves ? I didn't check anything like that...
Do you have a tuto?
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I have the manual of the 1977 KZ1000-B1 LTD
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Fox wrote: 1978 KZ1000-B2 LTD
I have the manual of the 1977 KZ1000-B1 LTD
You have a 38 year old motorcycle. How about cracking that manual and doing some maintenance? There is a maintenance table in the manual which tells you what should be done and how often. In addition your bike is sure to need a deeper level of maintenance due to neglect. For example, failing to adjust the valves will damage them as well as the cylinder head. if that's the case you need to recondition the head which is an even bigger maintenance task.
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the battery have 1 year. I keep it charged. Btw it's a RONA battery... not something strong...
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If not that look at the second fuse they tend to fur with corrosion. Hope it helps nail down some things...
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Every idea is welcome
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I the same time i can see a small, very small leak from his gasket. I will see what's happen there ...
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