Newly KZ Enthused

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Newly KZ Enthused

15 Feb 2012 01:49
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Long time creeper first time poster. Got my hands on my first bike and what a beast I've gotten in a 1977 KZ750, stoked to be riding! Have appreciated the expanse of information on the site, worked my way through several problems, and will surely be posting a question or two soon. Cheers from Portland, OR.

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1977 KZ750

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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

15 Feb 2012 03:58
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Welcome. If you haven't taken the safety course to get your licence,please do. A lot of helpful tips. Roy
1979 LTD Street Fighter.1977 KZ1000

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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

15 Feb 2012 04:15
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welcome,
get a front fork brace,

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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

15 Feb 2012 06:48
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jonnybravo wrote: welcome,
get a front fork brace,

Welcome too! ...and you might consider a front brake also... :)
Michael
Victoria, Texas

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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

15 Feb 2012 09:28
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Welcome aboard! For sure get a front brake! 80% of the bike braking capability is provided by the front brake; we don't want to lose you. Also, consider a front fender, especially in wet Oregon. Riding without one can be a royal pain in the rain because of the spray from the front wheel. Good luck with your new bike and be safe. Ed
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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

15 Feb 2012 17:24
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Cheers! Safety course all done, front fender and brake waiting to be installed.
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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

15 Feb 2012 17:29
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mhealy wrote: Cheers! Safety course all done, front fender and brake waiting to be installed.

Great! Here's some other info you may find helpful (if you haven't already read it). Ed

kzrider.com/forum/10-new-members/503382-...new-kz-owners#503382
1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)

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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

15 Feb 2012 22:40
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Nice paint scheme. Congrats!
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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

16 Feb 2012 09:54
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diggin the bars and header wrap!

cool bike
Baseball = 1 ball
Basketball = 1 ball
football = 1 ball
Building your own hardtail? = 2 balls
1980 Kz550 Hardtail Project

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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

16 Feb 2012 11:06
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Love the look of the bike. Almost thought it was a British cafe bike from the 50's or 60's when I first saw the picture. I hope you stay with that theme. Looks really cool.
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Re: Newly KZ Enthused

16 Feb 2012 22:32
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Welcome! I really like the Kawasaki font painted on the tank. It's great to hear you've taken the MSF course and have a front brake/fender to put on!
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1976 KZ 900- Daily Driver
1980 LTD 550- Dalton Highway survivor!

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