Frames 79/80 LTD vs A

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Frames 79/80 LTD vs A

18 Oct 2008 00:07 - 18 Oct 2008 00:08

I have search for a definitive answer, and as of yet, have not found one.

Looking to determine the differences in frames between the LTD and standard KZ1000 around the years 1979 and 1980.

I have heard of some rear peg mounts that might be different, but what about geometry? Didn't the A models have larger rear wheels... which would change the geometry if all else is the same?

Mike D
- 79 KZ1000 LTD Supercharged
- 80 KZ1000 1105cc Pridmore/Vetter tribute
- 79 Honda CBX
- 03 Z1000 Mod
- 80 KZ1000 LTD Modified
- 80 KZ1000 LTD PROJECT on Hold
- 78 KZ1000/900 - Street big block
- 78 KZ1000-NEEDS HELP!
- 80 CBX -Project STARTED
- 81 GPZ1100
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Re: Frames 79/80 LTD vs A

18 Oct 2008 06:19 - 18 Oct 2008 06:20

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I'm not a motorcycle expert (and I've never played one on TV) but I know for sure the LTD frames and the standard frames are different. The LTD frames have more rake to give them that "chopper" look. The rear clip of the frames are different also. You are correct that wheel sizes are different also. LTD's using a 16" rear wheel and a 19" front.

Georgia, Vermont

1981 KZ550 LTD
1982 KZ1000 LTD
1999 ZG1000 Concours

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Re: Frames 79/80 LTD vs A

18 Oct 2008 06:22

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Standard frame (both 1980)

Georgia, Vermont

1981 KZ550 LTD
1982 KZ1000 LTD
1999 ZG1000 Concours

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Re: Frames 79/80 LTD vs A

18 Oct 2008 06:32

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Ive converted my 80 LTD completely over to a normal KZ1000,tank, side panels, wire wheels seat and all. All I can say is it rides just fine. If theres a difference, I cant feel it and I have 2 other KZ1000's. I was just never big on the LTD look myself but whatever floats your boat.

78-KZ1000/1105, 80 KZ1000, 82 Kawasaki GPZ750, 95 Harley Fatboy, 80 Suzuki GS1100ET, 81 GS1100E parts bike, 83 GS1100SD Katana/1394,78 Yamaha XT500, 81 Yamaha XS650, 78 Yamaha XS650E, 48 Whizzer model J motorbike, 71 Honda CT70H, 71 Honda CT70, 81 IT 250 Yamaha,82 Honda XL100S owned

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Re: Frames 79/80 LTD vs A

18 Oct 2008 07:05

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As was pointed out by VterBob, there is actually very little difference between the A and B models with respect to geometry. I looked at Mother Kaw's specs for the KZ1000A4 and KZ1000B4 and found this:

KZ1000A4 steering angle: 41 (in degrees)
KZ1000B4 steering angle: 41 (in degrees)

KZ1000A4 caster: 26 (in degrees)
KZ1000B4 caster: 26 (in degrees)

KZ1000A4 trail: 87mm
KZ1000B4 trail: 90mm

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Re: Frames 79/80 LTD vs A

18 Oct 2008 10:18

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so the differance is in the triple trees?

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