I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

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I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

16 Aug 2019 13:15
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I need a rear master cylinder for my 1977 KZ1000 A model. I put a kit in it that was purchased from one of the KZ parts suppliers. It leaks. I need a really nice one for this project. If someone has an NOS, let me know. Tom
1977 kz1327
Cavanaugh Head 38.6/33
38mm Flatslides
MRE racecut trans
300mm rear tire
Web Cams 435/465

1984 GPZ1100
Cavanaugh Head
1170cc
Web 415 cams
RC Hp Inj.
Bored throttle bodies

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Re: I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

16 Aug 2019 13:28
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Some rear master cylinder like this:


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Re: I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

16 Aug 2019 13:32 - 16 Aug 2019 13:38
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I believe those are calipers, not master cylinders.
If he has an LTD, it looks like this.

www.partzilla.com/catalog/kawasaki/motor...der-brake-pedal-77-7

Based on the cross reference chart, it is the same for all the 1977-80 1000s, including the police bikes.
1982 KZ1000 LTD parts donor
1981 KZ1000 LTD awaiting resurrection
2000 ZRX1100 not ridden enough

www.kzrider.com/11-projects/620336-anoth...uild-thread?start=24
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Re: I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

16 Aug 2019 13:43
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Yeah, those are the rear calipers. I need the master cylinder that hooks to the brake pedal
1977 kz1327
Cavanaugh Head 38.6/33
38mm Flatslides
MRE racecut trans
300mm rear tire
Web Cams 435/465

1984 GPZ1100
Cavanaugh Head
1170cc
Web 415 cams
RC Hp Inj.
Bored throttle bodies

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Re: I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

16 Aug 2019 15:03
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Member kaw-a-holic offers a 77 KZ1000a1 rear master cylinder a long time ago here, give it a try and PM him.

kzrider.com/forum/5-chassis/602655-rear-...r-rebuild-kit#728995


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Re: I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

16 Aug 2019 19:51
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I think you will be looking for a needle in a haystack trying to find a new NOS rear master cylinder. You may be better off trying to figure out why yours is leaking after a rebuild. Was the inside bore messed up at all? You may want to try to rebuild it again and make sure to hone it out if you do. Otherwise your next best option might be to find a good used one to replace the original.

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Re: I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

17 Aug 2019 04:36
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I did hone the cylinder out and it was in good shape inside. I bought the aftermarket rebuild kit and I think it's just best to use the OEM so I ordered brand new OEM from Partzilla
1977 kz1327
Cavanaugh Head 38.6/33
38mm Flatslides
MRE racecut trans
300mm rear tire
Web Cams 435/465

1984 GPZ1100
Cavanaugh Head
1170cc
Web 415 cams
RC Hp Inj.
Bored throttle bodies

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Re: I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

19 Aug 2019 17:18
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Hope it works out better for you. Let us know the end result please.

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Re: I need a rear master cylinder 77 KZ1000

31 Aug 2019 12:36
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Ok, so the OP didn't give an update on his master cylinder after two weeks. Always post the problem but rarely the solution. I'll give it shot on my end. Discovered my rear master cylinder was leaking too. Difficult to tell at first because the dust cover was tight enough around the push rod that it was holding the escaping brake fluid. Got an OEM rebuild kit from Z1E and had it rebuilt in about an hour. Three days later and no leaks with a good firm pedal. Hope it stays that way. Now back to your regular programming.

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