carb holders alternatives?

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carb holders alternatives?

05 Sep 2026 15:56
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My 85' gpz550 carb holders are getting pretty weak and I think its a good idea to get replacements. The problem is with the tk27 carburetors and the fact that these carb holders were only run for this model, there are none available anymore. Anyone have solutions or possibly alternatives available?
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Partzilla lists them as an active current part.
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Yeah unfortunately they are a little pricey. Im not willing to spend almost $200 on carb holders, which to put in perspective is more than i paid for the bike   Not to sound stingy its just above my means.
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What's the issue "money challenged" ha. Just funning with You but is it the rubber sagging/cracking that you're looking at? I re-use the Original KZ/Z1 manifolds all the time. Just mill the rubber surface/memory out of flange to head and seal it. These Original manifolds are actually quite stout even though outwardly appear defunct. The rubber is soo thick, till it detaches from the metal plate. Aftermarket ones aren't soo robust.  
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You could reach out to Clauss Studios for reproduction or to have them made.

Alot of vintage bikes have rare or expensive parts, comes with the territory.  Be happy you can still buy them.
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