Brake caliper fitting?

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Brake caliper fitting?

11 Sep 2014 20:10
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Hi all, so I have seen where there is a lot of discussion with regard to swapping brake calipers out on our old KZ's to upgrade braking. I was curious how many options there were available that would not require additional bracket manufacturing? Anyone know what the direct swaps are? Thanks, Keith
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Re: Brake caliper fitting?

11 Sep 2014 21:06 - 11 Sep 2014 21:10
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Im putting twin calipers off 78 z1R on my 76 kz but Im not positive about a 1000p
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Re: Brake caliper fitting?

12 Sep 2014 04:53 - 12 Sep 2014 04:53
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I think the only different calipers that are a 100% bolt on are the Gpz750/1100 units. Everything else is going to need an adapter from what I've seen.

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Re: Brake caliper fitting?

12 Sep 2014 05:25
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For Kawi H1 and H2's, the EX250 and EX500 caliper (they're the same) is a popular and inexpensive replacement. It only takes a small metal adaptor plate, a 10 mm x 1.25 tap and a 10 x 1.25 bolt to fit. Then a new brake line of course.

I'm not sure if the adapter will also work for KZ's. Another triple/KZ owner may be able to provide more info. Here's a link: kawtriple.com/mraxl/caliper/conversions.htm
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Re: Brake caliper fitting?

12 Sep 2014 21:06
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I knew you guys would have the answer! Thanks for the info. Keith
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