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1981 GPz550 D parts compatability with newer models
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06 Oct 2018 23:36 #791953
by ClubberKang
1981 Kawasaki GPz550 D
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Just bought a used 1981 GPz550 with 16k miles. After a little research, I realized that it is missing the rear mudguard/fender and the passenger hand grab rail that mounts onto the twin shock bolts. Would I be able to fit GPz550 H or A parts? I know the grab rail and fender is completely different for the H model so can I fit an H tail so that the fender and rail mounts properly?
1981 Kawasaki GPz550 D
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07 Oct 2018 06:04 - 07 Oct 2018 16:32 #791958
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1982 KZ550H1
Replied by Wozza on topic 1981 GPz550 D parts compatability with newer models
Hey nice find. The latter model bikes have completely different frames, the H grab rail bolts to the frame through holes in the side of the tail section, these bolts are what hold the tail section on as well . its nothing like the D model setup.
It also flows into the side panels so would look like something is missing even if you did manage to attach it some how
It also flows into the side panels so would look like something is missing even if you did manage to attach it some how
1982 KZ550H1
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07 Oct 2018 10:32 #791967
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1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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Replied by loudhvx on topic 1981 GPz550 D parts compatability with newer models
You can probably use parts from 80 to 83 Kz550A1 to A4 models. They looked to be the same from what I remember.
1981 KZ550 D1 gpz.
Kz550 valve train warning.
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07 Oct 2018 12:25 #791969
by riturbo
Gpz 750 turbo The one I ride
Gpz 750 turbo Not finished
Gpz 750 turbo Not started
Gpz 550 1981
Gpz 550 1983
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Replied by riturbo on topic 1981 GPz550 D parts compatability with newer models
No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationIf you scroll down you can see what other models share the same part
www.partzilla.com/product/kawasaki/35023...46a6743ad9f849e37bac
Looks like the grab bar is bike only www.partzilla.com/product/kawasaki/35011...cca01770f695a59aaa05
Found this one not cheep He has it listed as 91 but pretty sure thats the one you need
Looks like the grab bar is bike only www.partzilla.com/product/kawasaki/35011...cca01770f695a59aaa05
Found this one not cheep He has it listed as 91 but pretty sure thats the one you need
Gpz 750 turbo The one I ride
Gpz 750 turbo Not finished
Gpz 750 turbo Not started
Gpz 550 1981
Gpz 550 1983
Bunch of other junk
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