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Hello,

I've been a member for awhile now, but have never posted any pics of my bike, so I'm introducing it. My mac computer doesn't like the new KZ site nearly as much as I do, so let's hope this works.

BTW - thanks everyone for all the help. I've gleaned alot of ideas of these forums. There are some real KZ geniuses lurking on here.

OK, here sort of a rundown on my bike: Bought it bone stock three years ago with 23,000 miles and a decent red paint job. It had no problems and was a great bike. Then I tore it down and had the frame painted PPG Viper Metallic Silver (along with the stripe on the tank). I am really pleased with the result. A friend of my owns a body shop and he did a fantastic job. I changed the wheels from mags to wires because I wanted that look. Lowered the headlight and gauges about 3 inches for a sleeker look. Put on drag bars. KZ750 exhaust.

The seat I made myself using the original foam and carving with a sharp knife (there are good threads in the archives on this). The vinyl is typical upholstery vinyl and after spending a day in front of the sewing machine that's what I ended up with.

The marker lights are a Lockhart Philips aluminum series that's been discontinued (ebay).

It's a 140 back tire and yes it fits (probably has alot to do with the specific tire and the fact I have it pretty far back in the swing arm.).

Pods and jetted exactly like Baldy110 and it works great (high altitude here in Oregon??)

If you have questions let me know. I finally took it for it's maiden voyage the other day and it was a blast. OK, enough rambling. Here's the pics.

Sorry about the cluttered background.

and the seat

From the back

Oh yeah. The forks now have progressive springs and the rear shocks are made by Progressive suspension. Probably the best upgrade I made as far as drivability goes.

that's purdy

Looks great!

Really nice bike!
Everything seems to flow on the bike well. Great job!

Take care and ride safe

Nicely done!

You did a good job on the bike! I like it. I just like the lines of 650's. But the next time you post pictures I want that porch cleaned off...

Sorry, anything on that porch is a permanent fixture. You know how it is. Next time I'll have to move the bike:)

Great lookin ride. I've always liked the lines of the 650 as well.