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Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 08:55
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I have the opportunity to purchase a Kz750 with 17000 miles for $4oo. The only known problems with it are a bad solenoid and the tank leaks out all the gas at the cutoff valve. It looks to be in good shape, no rust, seat is not cracked, all lights are fine. So, is that a good deal? I have never owned a bike before but have always wanted one. The price makes me want to get it. What do you guys think?

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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 09:01
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Bad starter solenoid?
Does it have a title?
Does it run now?
Will it need tires/chain/sprockets?

What year is it?
1977 KZ650C1
and the KZ650/KZ750 Conversion ;)

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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 09:06
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Bad starter solenoid? yes

I'm not sure about the title, didn't ask:(

It will not crank because of the starter solenoid, but will turn over and try to crank when you jump the solenoid. No gas and I haven't been back to try since I just stopped to look at it.

Tires, chain, sprocket all appear to be in good shape.
1980 KZ750

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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 09:19
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To me...$400 for a twin that doesn't run is a little much, but I'm a cheapskate.
If it's doesn't have a title it makes it worth even less.
If you have the knowledge on how to work on these ol' girls and enjoy a project (or a challenge), the price may be ok.
If you have to have some else work on it, you could likely spend more money on it than what you paid for.

I'm sure some of the other guys will jump in here soon with some good points.
1977 KZ650C1
and the KZ650/KZ750 Conversion ;)

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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 09:26
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I have a friend who owns several dirt bikes and has been working on bikes all his life. He offered to help me work on it. I thought I might offer the guy $300 cash and see what he says. The guy said he had it running a month ago but he looks kinda shady to me.:evil:

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14 Nov 2006 09:43 - 03 Dec 2008 11:33
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Last edit: 03 Dec 2008 11:33 by JMKZHI.

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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 09:45
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Redeemed wrote:
I have the opportunity to purchase a Kz750 with 17000 miles for $4oo. ...What do you guys think?
Remember, getting an old bike means you're getting a hobby, not just transportation. Often they require new chain, sprockets, tires, oil, filter, carb maintenance, and some minor electrical repair.
By the way, is this a twin or a four?
(1.) '75/'76 KZ400D - Commuter
(2.) '78 KZ750B3 Twin - Commuter
(3.) '78 KZ750B3 Twin - Commuter
(4.) '75 KZ400D - Sold
kz750twins.com

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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 09:46
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4 cylinder, 4 stroke

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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 10:35
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I didn't think Kawasaki made a KZ750 4 stroke in 1980?!

Post edited by: mariozappa, at: 2006/11/14 13:35
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Re: .

14 Nov 2006 10:48 - 03 Dec 2008 11:33
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Last edit: 03 Dec 2008 11:33 by JMKZHI.

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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 11:53
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Hmmmmmm, when I look at kawasaki.com, the only thing it shows for 1980 is the KZ750 G1-LTD 2, which is a twin.
Now I'm confused!
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Re: Newbee with a question

14 Nov 2006 11:58
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Dang it!
Now I see my confusion. Kawasaki lists all the LTD fours together 80-83, but your have to click ont he 1982 year...go figure! :unsure:
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