1982 KZ750 CSR Fuel Tank/Fork Holder question

Hello,

As the title says, I have an 82 KZ 750 twin (M1/CSR).  I don't have the original tank (I was given the bike as-is) so I found and bought a tank that is in great condition, but it's from the KZ 750 B model (I don't know for sure what year, I believe they are all the same).  I like the look of that tank better than the original M version.  I want to fit the tank to my bike, but I am aware that the fork holders on the M models are very straight and may not provide enough clearance for the tank.

Does anyone know if the fork clamps off of the B model will fit the M?  Is that even a good idea, or should I consider moving the tank mounts instead?  Or, perhaps clearance won't really be an issue (I don't have the tank yet, but want to make plans for when I get it.) 

Any information is appreciated.  I have searched the forums and have found a limited amount of information, but did not find anything with these specific models.

Thank you,
Chris

ChrisMH wrote:

Hello,

Does anyone know if the fork clamps off of the B model will fit the M?  Is that even a good idea, or should I consider moving the tank mounts instead?  Or, perhaps clearance won't really be an issue (I don't have the tank yet, but want to make plans for when I get it.) 

 

You would need to use "B" forks together with the "B" tree's (fork holders) The "B" has more "off-set" in the tree's which reduces "trail". The CSR uses "leading axle" forks which reduce "trail". If you use CSR forks in "B" tree's you will reduce the trail to a point where the bike is likely to be unstable at speed and the steering will be sensitive to bumps, surface changes etc

Thank you.  I guess I'll wait and see what the clearance looks like before jumping into another purchase!

Chris

the 750M csr fuel tank has a tab w damper that fits to the frame. the B has a rear hook w tank band.
750m >> www.partzilla.com/catalog/kawasaki/motor...n-kz750-m1/fuel-tank
750b >> www.partzilla.com/catalog/kawasaki/motor...9/kz750-b4/fuel-tank

H1Vindicator wrote:

the 750M csr fuel tank has a tab w damper that fits to the frame. the B has a rear hook w tank band.
750m >> www.partzilla.com/catalog/kawasaki/motor...n-kz750-m1/fuel-tank
750b >> www.partzilla.com/catalog/kawasaki/motor...9/kz750-b4/fuel-tank

Yes, I'll have to modify the frame a little bit.  I'm going to try to make it work because I haven't run across any other tanks that weren't in horrendous condition.