Kz1000 compatible questions

I like the chopper look but I'm going for more of the rat/ bobber look. I need to get an ignition first because I lost the key, so I can make sure it runs before I start tearing it apart

I know, I was just throwing out another Honda chopper.

As for bobbing , I have no problem with what anyone wants to do with their bikes, and I appreciate quality craftsmanship but that exposed back tire is a little to close to the ball region especially with a rigided frame for me :woohoo:

Amen to that exposed back tire thing. Ya hit a speed bump a tad too hard or come dislodged from the seat for whatever the reason might be, and one's crotch lands on the tire???......OOFDAH!--NOT good!!! I'd rather not become a girl. My wheel wld be fendered.......................Mike Vroom-vroom!

At least maybe a little Velcro on the seat .

kevin860 wrote: I like the chopper look but I'm going for more of the rat/ bobber look. I need to get an ignition first because I lost the key, so I can make sure it runs before I start tearing it apart

You don't need a new ignition
get a magnifying glass & check your ignition switch, your seat lock or your fork lock, for a 3 digit # stamped on 1 of them & go to a locksmith that makes keys by code #s & they can make you a key
if you get a new ignition you wont be able to open your seat or lock your forks with the key that comes with it
Pete

pete greek1 wrote:

kevin860 wrote: I like the chopper look but I'm going for more of the rat/ bobber look. I need to get an ignition first because I lost the key, so I can make sure it runs before I start tearing it apart

You don't need a new ignition
get a magnifying glass & check your ignition switch, your seat lock or your fork lock, for a 3 digit # stamped on 1 of them & go to a locksmith that makes keys by code #s & they can make you a key
if you get a new ignition you wont be able to open your seat or lock your forks with the key that comes with it
Pete

Wow I did not know that, newbie to these bikes lol but ok thank you, I will look for the number when I'm
Back home, just saved me some more money lol thanks pete!

Rockranch wrote: Amen to that exposed back tire thing. Ya hit a speed bump a tad too hard or come dislodged from the seat for whatever the reason might be, and one's crotch lands on the tire???......OOFDAH!--NOT good!!! I'd rather not become a girl. My wheel wld be fendered.......................Mike Vroom-vroom!

Lol and yes that's a very good point there, defiantly gonna have more fender

Check with Rob, aka(rstnick) he is a lock smith that has helped me out in the past.

www.kzrider.com/forum/4-electrical/41487...y-by-the-code-number

Patton wrote: If interested, here's some info about "Konging" a frame rear suspension.

kzrider.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&...d=5&id=406867#406931

www.hondachopper.com/garage/konging/konging.html

Good Fortune!

This is a Yamaha soft tail cruiser. 01 Yamaha Road Star
Steve