Smaller turn signals
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Smaller turn signals
04 Feb 2024 18:30
Looking to replace stock turn signals with smaller diameter and shorter stems that will work especially the rear with grab bar, 76 KZ900. TIA
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Re: Smaller turn signals
05 Feb 2024 07:13
We used short stems & OEM Honda CB350 turn signals on one of our period custom Z1-A's.. Those CB350 items were used on many other models in the day. Should be easy to fine good used OEM Honda items. Can't speak to aftermarket quality. Don't know if short stems are still available.
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Re: Smaller turn signals
05 Feb 2024 18:59 - 05 Feb 2024 19:01
Short stems as mentioned and also the LTD bar mounted signals will fit perfectly on the stems. They will also give you the dual element bulb and and option to add running lights to the rear.
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Re: Smaller turn signals
06 Feb 2024 06:48
How much smaller? I think the 80s style turn signals are smaller than the earlier 70s style.
1981 KZ650-CSR. lens = ~75mm at the face. 80mm (3-1/8" ) where it meets the housing.
Some of the KZ400 models had short stems and some Honda stems are similar to the KZ400.
Stock Kawasaki or Honda turn signal stems will have better chrome than aftermarket.
I installed some K&S stems from Z1Ent and the chrome has degraded. the motorcycle is garage kept, so it isn't the weather's fault. ha ha..
1981 KZ650-CSR. lens = ~75mm at the face. 80mm (3-1/8" ) where it meets the housing.
Some of the KZ400 models had short stems and some Honda stems are similar to the KZ400.
Stock Kawasaki or Honda turn signal stems will have better chrome than aftermarket.
I installed some K&S stems from Z1Ent and the chrome has degraded. the motorcycle is garage kept, so it isn't the weather's fault. ha ha..
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Re: Smaller turn signals
08 Feb 2024 05:37
Explore all your options
Go on a site like J&P Cycle
They have so many options it may give you a headache
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Go on a site like J&P Cycle
They have so many options it may give you a headache
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Re: Smaller turn signals
08 Feb 2024 17:20
Thanks for the ideas. Are the turn signal stalks on Z1 and KZ900’s 14mm ?
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Re: Smaller turn signals
09 Feb 2024 05:16
10mm. For stuff like this the diagrams at Kawasaki.com or Partzilla are handy. turn signal hardware size is typically listed.
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Re: Smaller turn signals
23 Feb 2024 00:22
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Re: Smaller turn signals
23 Feb 2024 15:40 - 23 Feb 2024 15:44
I moved the handlebar mounted turn signals on the LTD from the bars to hold on the headlight using the short stems.
I used short stems on the rear but I'm probably going to get another set of the front handlebar signals for the rear. They're a bit smaller.
Then I can use them as running lights too. The front signals are 80mm and the rear are 90mm. When I find a taillight smaller than a lunchbox the stock signals will look too big. Does anyone else think that the shape of the stock taillight should have the curved part at the top? It fits nicely in the tail upside down.
I used short stems on the rear but I'm probably going to get another set of the front handlebar signals for the rear. They're a bit smaller.
Then I can use them as running lights too. The front signals are 80mm and the rear are 90mm. When I find a taillight smaller than a lunchbox the stock signals will look too big. Does anyone else think that the shape of the stock taillight should have the curved part at the top? It fits nicely in the tail upside down.
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Re: Smaller turn signals
23 Feb 2024 19:53
Yeah Kelly I agree the curve on the bottom of the taillight would be a better match to the curve of the tailpiece
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