Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

14 Oct 2016 09:09
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We saw Jeff while at the Barber Vintage event last weekend. He still has a direct hand in the running of Z1 Enterprises/XS650. He's still living in NY. Only the warehouse moved to FL. We believe Jeff is less than happy with some aspects of the new operation, but he indicated things are still in transition and will improve with time.

Rob was unable to make the move to FL, and so is no longer with Z1E. Sad to lose such a great asset. We'll miss him.

Norton was at Barber also. We've known Norton for some years through VJMC. He's a quality individual who is committed to making the new operation run as smoothly as Z1E did in its heyday.


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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

14 Oct 2016 09:20
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Sucks about Rob he was my go to guy at Z1E.
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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

14 Oct 2016 12:43
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zukdave wrote: Sucks about Rob he was my go to guy at Z1E.

He will be missed.
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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

29 Oct 2016 19:54
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You all owe me an apology for jumping my shit when I told you about this in July.
Lost rob, one of the best kaw parts guys ever..
All for the mighty dollar.
someday i will be able to afford my kz habit.

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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

29 Oct 2016 20:08
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kawsakiman wrote: You all owe me an apology for jumping my shit when I told you about this in July.
Lost rob, one of the best kaw parts guys ever..
All for the mighty dollar.

You said the same thing in this thread 1 month 4 days ago ....
Jeeze, I said this in July and everyone jumped my shit.
Told me I was trying to tarnish his reputation for personal reasons. ( I have ZERO issues with them btw. I like Jeff and rob )
Guess i was right after all.
Maybe people should listen to the guy who lives a 1/2 hour ride to them.

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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

02 Nov 2016 16:09
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Finally got my motor back in after a starter clutch repair( fingers crossed) and ordered a set of exhaust gaskets and a few shims Sun late and got the order Wed (today) morn..... looks like Z1's exc service is still alive and well...... almost bought the stuff to fresh in up my 29s but will wait till mid winter probably for something to do.
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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

02 Nov 2016 16:47
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Mcdroid wrote: I certainly hope that Jeff is still involved...the strength of Z1E has been his integrity and the integrity of family and other staff working with him...not to mention their work ethics. I suspect that a third party now actually controls both Mike's XS and Z1E.


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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

03 Nov 2016 06:36
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I have sent them 2 emails about replacement Kawy keys and have had no response to both emails Im done with them Their loss
Barney

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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

03 Nov 2016 07:24
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barney wrote: I have sent them 2 emails about replacement Kawy keys and have had no response to both emails Im done with them Their loss
Barney

PM- rstnick , he is our resident lock smith and does great work, all you need to have is the key number and he can cut some for you
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Re: Z1Enterprises....what's going on with them?

03 Nov 2016 07:31
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Thanks Blue but i am doing a restoration and need the correct key blank. Key cutting is not a problem
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barney wrote: I have sent them 2 emails about replacement Kawy keys and have had no response to both emails Im done with them Their loss
Barney

PM- rstnick , he is our resident lock smith and does great work, all you need to have is the key number and he can cut some for you

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