1978 KZ1000 Restored
1978 KZ1000, perfect candidate for full restoration. Carbs rebuilt, including the hard to find new fuel “T”. Brakes have new seals, pistons and fluids. New seat. All stock including the complete stock air box. Runs and starts, carbs synched. This one is for sale, email or call if interested. Manufacturer Kawasaki Parent company Kawasaki Heavy Industries Predecessor KZ900 Successor KZ1100 Engine 1,015 cc (61.9 cu in) 4 stroke DOHC air cooled Inline 4, Bore x stroke 70.0 mm x 66.0 mm, Compression ratio 8.7:1 Top speed 132 mph (212 km/h)[1] Power 83 hp (62 kW) @ 8,000 rpm...
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From basketcase to full restoration to restomod, we are Kawasaki, Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha specialists. We will work on the older bikes that the dealerships won’t. We believe it involves going over your bike overall condition and knowing what’s involved in return it to it original, if not better condition. Give us a call.
Read MoreWhat is that rattling noise, Cam Shaft!!!
Occasionally, a motorcycle will develop a noise that is not typical and needs serious investigation. Diagnosing where a noise originates and figuring out what it means is an essential part of routine maintenance. Hey what’s that rattle noise on the top end?! Oh that’s just the cam shaft coming apart!!!!!!! Sometimes we just can’t catch a break on these old bikes! It’s what we do. Specializing in vintage Japanese motorcycles. The biggest problem with noises is that they don’t always affect performance. Therefore, the urgency to find and fix a noise may not be so...
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