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new 1980 kz440ltd owner
- RetroRiceRocketRider
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- ...bring in the machine that goes PING!
26 Nov 2006 21:18 #95260
by RetroRiceRocketRider
Covina, So Calif!
78 KZ650-B2 = SOLD
84 ZN700 LTD = SOLD
84 ZX750 GPz = SOLD
89 GSX1100F Katana = SLEEPING
20 VN1700 Vulcan Vaquero (the Blue Cowboy)
Looking for my next project KZ
Replied by RetroRiceRocketRider on topic new 1980 kz440ltd owner
Welcome to KZr, and congrats on your "new to you" bike! 
If you check the LINKS section here you'll find quite a few very good online parts sources and references.
Z1 Enterprises being probably about the best in all around parts availability, pricing and outstanding service before, during and after your purchase. The owner of Z1 Ent is a longtime member of KZr (Jeff Saunders), and knows just about anything there is to know about our old KZ's.
As far as things to look for, that can be quite a detailed list.
But in a nutshell, check/lube/adjust all cables and drive chain, replace tires if they appear aged or weathered, check and lube all bearings (wheel, steering, swingarm), examine all wiring for signs of damage or future potential problems (worn insulation or pinched wires, etc.) and lube all connectors with dielectric grease, make sure all switches (turn signal, horn, etc) function properly.
I'll let you digest that for now, and I'm sure some other members will chime in shortly with other suggestions of things to check.
Take a stroll through the entire site here, ask questions, and by all means enjoy!
Oh ya, and don't forget to post some pictures (regardless of it's condition) of your "new to you" bike.
If you check the LINKS section here you'll find quite a few very good online parts sources and references.
Z1 Enterprises being probably about the best in all around parts availability, pricing and outstanding service before, during and after your purchase. The owner of Z1 Ent is a longtime member of KZr (Jeff Saunders), and knows just about anything there is to know about our old KZ's.
As far as things to look for, that can be quite a detailed list.
But in a nutshell, check/lube/adjust all cables and drive chain, replace tires if they appear aged or weathered, check and lube all bearings (wheel, steering, swingarm), examine all wiring for signs of damage or future potential problems (worn insulation or pinched wires, etc.) and lube all connectors with dielectric grease, make sure all switches (turn signal, horn, etc) function properly.
I'll let you digest that for now, and I'm sure some other members will chime in shortly with other suggestions of things to check.
Take a stroll through the entire site here, ask questions, and by all means enjoy!
Oh ya, and don't forget to post some pictures (regardless of it's condition) of your "new to you" bike.
78 KZ650-B2 = SOLD
84 ZN700 LTD = SOLD
84 ZX750 GPz = SOLD
89 GSX1100F Katana = SLEEPING
20 VN1700 Vulcan Vaquero (the Blue Cowboy)
Looking for my next project KZ
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27 Nov 2006 11:04 #95364
by rstnick
Rob
CANADA
Need a key for your Kawasaki? PM me
1978 KZ650 C2, 130K kms, Delkevic ex, EI, CVK32, PMC easy clutch, ATK fork brace, steering damper, Progressive Suspension, braced swingarm, ZRX shocks, 18" Z1R front wheel.
2000 ZRX1100
2011 Ninja 250R - Wife's
2005 z750s
Replied by rstnick on topic new 1980 kz440ltd owner
Welcome to KZR.
Like RRRR mentioned, give your bike a good once over. Find yourself a service manual, and go over all the periodic maintenance items.
Have fun with your new ride, and be safe.
Like RRRR mentioned, give your bike a good once over. Find yourself a service manual, and go over all the periodic maintenance items.
Have fun with your new ride, and be safe.
Rob
CANADA
Need a key for your Kawasaki? PM me
1978 KZ650 C2, 130K kms, Delkevic ex, EI, CVK32, PMC easy clutch, ATK fork brace, steering damper, Progressive Suspension, braced swingarm, ZRX shocks, 18" Z1R front wheel.
2000 ZRX1100
2011 Ninja 250R - Wife's
2005 z750s
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- I Survived P.D. Fri .the 13th 2008 .
27 Nov 2006 11:31 #95366
by Scrapper
Handle every situation like a dog,
If you can't eat it or hump it,
Piss on it and walk away!
Replied by Scrapper on topic new 1980 kz440ltd owner
RRRR has just about said it all , so ... Welcome to KZR and good luck with your prodject. ..... Oh ya ! pics , these guys loxe pics , lol
Handle every situation like a dog,
If you can't eat it or hump it,
Piss on it and walk away!
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