1979 KZ1000 A3A MKII Resurrection

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24 Apr 2024 14:33 #898083 by Bobf
1979 KZ1000 A3A MKII Resurrection was created by Bobf
Originally posted comments regarding this project in my first "Howdy" thread.  Here's a picture of the beginning. 


Just finished up painting the engine cases. Some pics..


After cleaning and clearing threaded holes.



 
Rest of frame awaiting attention....
 
Found this set on Ebay for a very reasonable price!

Hope to be posting some progress as I trudge along.

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1976 KZ400D, 1977 KZ1000A1, 1976 KH400, 1979 XS400, 1980 KZ550A, 1980 KZ750E, 1983 GPZ550,1979 KZ1000B LTD, 1986 ZG1000 Concours,1982 XS650 Turbo,KZ1000C, KZ1000P,1978 KZ650C (×2),2003 BMW R1150RT
2014 BMW R1200RT (Current ride)
1971 Norton 750 Commando
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25 Apr 2024 04:25 #898103 by hardrockminer
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That's going to look nice!!

I have several restored bikes along with a 2006 Goldwing with a sidecar. My wife has a 2019 Suzuki DR 650 for on and off road.
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25 Apr 2024 14:33 #898116 by Kelly E
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Once the chassis catches up with the bodywork and motor it will look great.

The Rust Bros. Garage Collection
1974 Honda CB 550 K0
1975 Honda CB 400F Super Sport
1977 Kawasaki KZ 1000 LTD
1980 Suzuki GS 1100E
1982 Honda CB 900F Super Sport
1983 Honda CB 1100F
1984 Honda Sabre 700
1984 Honda Interceptor 1000
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25 Jun 2024 17:53 #901336 by Bobf
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Update!!  Things have been a bit lively on the "other Life" front so finally getting back to posting a few items. As mentioned elsewhere, waiting on two OEM front discs that I purchased on ebay.  Once in hand will send to Todd at TrueDisk LLC for resurfacing.  Bottom end of engine is intact. Had to acquire new (for me) engine covers.  Except for the Dyno cover.  Was able to 'restore' it after having the pitted chrome removed by a local shop.  I decided to go with lightly polished covers from earlier models.  The original dyno cover is the one with the black background and "Kawasaki" coming through.  Otherwise, I was looking at trying to find a brand new one.  This one came out okay for an old gal undergoing a moderate face-lift. 

Moving on to the chassis items. Going to leave the top end, clutch, and dyno off until block is in the frame and the rolling chassis is on the lift.  My days of lifting an entire KZ1000 engine into the chassis on its center stand, are over!  Should be able to manage with only the lower end.  Other option may be laying the engine block on its side and placing the frame over it; then bringing the whole piece upright for rest of the work.  That worlked with my Norton project....

  

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1976 KZ400D, 1977 KZ1000A1, 1976 KH400, 1979 XS400, 1980 KZ550A, 1980 KZ750E, 1983 GPZ550,1979 KZ1000B LTD, 1986 ZG1000 Concours,1982 XS650 Turbo,KZ1000C, KZ1000P,1978 KZ650C (×2),2003 BMW R1150RT
2014 BMW R1200RT (Current ride)
1971 Norton 750 Commando
1979 KZ1000A3A MKII (Present project)
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27 Jun 2024 23:18 - 27 Jun 2024 23:21 #901431 by Bobf
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Got 2 front rotors off ebay. 4.97mm and 4.92mm left on them. Just shipped them to Tom at TrueDiskLLC I Michigan for refacing.  Pretty sure I lucked out. Thanks to you all for the feedback and suggestions.  
 
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1976 KZ400D, 1977 KZ1000A1, 1976 KH400, 1979 XS400, 1980 KZ550A, 1980 KZ750E, 1983 GPZ550,1979 KZ1000B LTD, 1986 ZG1000 Concours,1982 XS650 Turbo,KZ1000C, KZ1000P,1978 KZ650C (×2),2003 BMW R1150RT
2014 BMW R1200RT (Current ride)
1971 Norton 750 Commando
1979 KZ1000A3A MKII (Present project)
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