Quicky Question About KZ Front Sprokets

I did my search, so please don't flame me..... :woohoo:

Do all KZ900/1000/1100 with chain drive from 73-82 use the same front sprocket splines/diameters? I know the later 81+ use a large bolt and washer instead of a nut like the earlier bikes. Trying to order an offset 530 sprocket for my project, but they don't list it for the KZ900, but do for the KZ1000/1100. Any help here with confirmation would be appreciated!

Cory

yes the ones for the 1000's will work on your 900.

leon

Kawasaki parts diagrams say all these bikes use the same front sprocket:


KZ1000-C1 (Police 1000) (1978)
KZ1000-C1A (Police 1000) (1978)
KZ1000-G1 (Classic) (1980)
KZ900-A4 (1976)
KZ900-A5 (1977)
KZ900-B1 (LTD) (1976)
Z1 (Z1) (1973)
Z1-A (Z1) (1974)
Z1-B (Z1) (1975)

Alright, I give it a shot and see. I have to order one for my brother's '81 CSR as well and was trying to make sure. Thanks again.

Cory

I think there might be an issue from what I have been finding. I think the '81 + use a different front sprocket, but can't seem to find out what is different. If I know the splines were the same, I would risk the rest....

Cory

Definitly different!

For 73-80 KZ900/1000 use P/N 172-530 Offset Sprocket
For 81-Up KZ1000/1100 use P/N 173-520 Offset Sprocket.

Cory

I ordered my 530 conversion back in March from Z1.

Just tell them what you want and they will figure out what you need to order to fit.

Yeah, this is a complete custom job, so I just need a 3/8" offset - 530 and will mill the hub about .200" and all should be well. Plan on doing plenty of business with Z1 as the project progresses.

Cory