KZ900 shock setbacks

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KZ900 shock setbacks

15 Dec 2009 15:21
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Anyone know where you can buy the shock setbacks(?)? I guess that is what those are called. I like the way the shocks look layed back a bit and also will lower it a bit too. Don't really have to lower it as I am about 5'11", but bike should handle a little better I would think. Mostly I just like the way they look.
1980 KZ1000 LTD-B4(MK II engine) - Progressive suspension, MTC pistons, Dynojet Stage III, all wear items replaced, WFO paint scheme(1978), etc..

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Re: KZ900 shock setbacks

15 Dec 2009 20:45
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you could make up a set your self fairly easy.
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Re: KZ900 shock setbacks

16 Dec 2009 03:19 - 16 Dec 2009 03:20
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Or you could extend your swingarm. ;) When i installed a swingarm that was not as long as my present one it raised the bike up. Roy
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Re: KZ900 shock setbacks

16 Dec 2009 06:35
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or you can just watch the u.s ebay autions ...i see em pop up often....the ticket is a pretty hard insert to move the top post forward....anyway..i see em like ten times a year....
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Re: KZ900 shock setbacks

16 Dec 2009 09:03
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buy shorter shocks B)
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Re: KZ900 shock setbacks

16 Dec 2009 09:16
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They are called a "lowering kit". I saw them on ebay every time I searched for KZ900 parts. I have a set on my bike, beware your header may scrape when going over bumps or turning into places that have a curb at the edge of their driveway.
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Re: KZ900 shock setbacks

02 Jan 2010 13:10
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just keep in mind that there is a down side.
Your shocks will feel stiffer. as u lay them down it takes more force to compress the springs.
if u dont have the correct amount of preload sag the shocks will not perform properly.:(
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