KZ1000 Raked Front End.

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KZ1000 Raked Front End.

25 Jul 2011 16:15
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Does anyone know how or what triple tree that will off set/rake the front forks on a kz1000 78-79? I would like to use factory kawasaki parts rim etc. All ideas suggestions and pictures or other riders sites would help. Thanks.

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Re: KZ1000 Raked Front End.

25 Jul 2011 16:56
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I'm pretty sure the only way to do it is to rake the frame.
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Re: KZ1000 Raked Front End.

25 Jul 2011 17:39
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The only SAFE way is to rake the frame. Just doing raked trees isn't a safe alternative.
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Re: KZ1000 Raked Front End.

25 Jul 2011 18:18
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Yes rake it!
Ore try a set of fork legs from a CSR or early 80's Kaw 750 LTD that has the axle out front, up a couple of inches on the fork legs.
You must be using a V/H sidewinder??? Needs rake!
here is a nice rake job picture on a 76 KZ900
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Re: KZ1000 Raked Front End.

25 Jul 2011 18:53
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If you can find a Star sidewinder you won't have to rake it.
'78 KZ1075 LTD
stage 1 head by Larry Cavanaugh
race built crank by John Pearson
Mikuni rs34's
k410 cams
back cut tranny
8" over D&G swinger
proving once again that age and treachery is better than youth and enthusiasm

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Re: KZ1000 Raked Front End.

25 Jul 2011 23:14
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they make raked trees for other bikes, I'm sure somebody could make/alter a set for u

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