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30 Jul 2009 09:05 #310360
by loudhvx
1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationGroup buy for KZrider?
1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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30 Jul 2009 09:12 - 30 Jul 2009 09:14 #310363
by loudhvx
1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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Replied by loudhvx on topic Need to install a kick-stand switch
No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationYou could probably get this to work. I'd prefer to see a longer whicker, though.
With switches like this, you want the actual Microswitch brand. They are all generically called micro switches, but Micro Switch is a good brand made by Honeywell.
At least this reputable seller specifies that it is NOT Microswitch brand.
With switches like this, you want the actual Microswitch brand. They are all generically called micro switches, but Micro Switch is a good brand made by Honeywell.
At least this reputable seller specifies that it is NOT Microswitch brand.
1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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30 Jul 2009 09:18 #310365
by loudhvx
1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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Replied by loudhvx on topic Need to install a kick-stand switch
Then there is a slew of non-contact proximity switches you could use. A magnetic reed switch could work if it's not glass... too fragile. There are other hall-effect switches too. But a magnet on the kickstand may start collecting metal debris.
1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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30 Jul 2009 10:02 #310372
by RonKZ650
321,000 miles on KZ's that I can remember. Not going to see any more.
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BMW had this figured out for years. No need for any electronics. Just have a heavy spring always forcing the kickstand up. Must be at least 40lb spring pressure always trying to release the kickstand. Worked fabulous on BMW.
321,000 miles on KZ's that I can remember. Not going to see any more.
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30 Jul 2009 11:54 #310387
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1973 Z1
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Does this mean besides the Lou Whicker Mod, we also have the Ron Aux Mod (aka RAM)? :laugh:
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30 Jul 2009 12:04 #310389
by Locozuna
KZ900LTD, KZ750LTD, KZ650, 72'Triumph Trident
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
The shade replied
"If you seek for Eldorado!"
Replied by Locozuna on topic Need to install a kick-stand switch
If you use a BMW mod on a Kaw do you still have to wave at other riders? :huh: :pinch:
KZ900LTD, KZ750LTD, KZ650, 72'Triumph Trident
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
The shade replied
"If you seek for Eldorado!"
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