Locks on a Z1

My memory is failing me, easy question for you guys.

Rather than buying a new key for my Z1 (Z1B, but I don't think it matters), I was thinking of getting an ignition that matched the key to my KZ900. That way I'd only have to worry about one motorcycle key.

Is there any other locks that would require a re-keying? Steering lock (this one I know for sure). Seat lock? [I don't think there's a seat lock, I remember just a little lever you'd twist to open the seat] Helmet lock? There are some pieces missing from my Z1 and I honestly cannot remember.

Thanks!

There is supposed to be a seat lock that you can use or not. BAck then they gave you the option. It should be located underneath the lever.

etbike3135 wrote: There is supposed to be a seat lock that you can use or not. BAck then they gave you the option. It should be located underneath the lever.

I will check this out when I get home tonight. Can the steering lock (the one up underneath the lower triple tree) be rekeyed by a locksmith?

mtbspeedfreak wrote:

etbike3135 wrote: There is supposed to be a seat lock that you can use or not. BAck then they gave you the option. It should be located underneath the lever.

I will check this out when I get home tonight. Can the steering lock (the one up underneath the lower triple tree) be rekeyed by a locksmith?

Yes there is indeed a lock under the lever. Thanks!

where does one get a seat lock or lever? I don't have one on my bike to hold that side of the seat down.

badrhino wrote: where does one get a seat lock or lever? I don't have one on my bike to hold that side of the seat down.

I'm talking about a '73-'75 Z1s. Starting in '76, Kawasaki started locking their seats- I don't know when they discontinued doing so, if they discontinued doing so.

oh, well either way I don't have a lock or anything to secure the seat on that side. :blink: