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Thinking at a KZ project... 30 May 2020 10:44 #826936

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Now that I'm retired, I have more free time and I'm thinking at, among other bikes, one (or more) KZ projects. I am wondering if parts are easy to find or not.

1- First I would like to get is a 1984 KZ1100R. Kind of a 1982 GPZ1100 but with carbs and different paint. Because it was not available in the US, I'm posting a picture at the bottom of my post. I found one (that I've not seen yet) but that have not been started since about 10 years. Any problem that could make this a "Don't touch this" project? About $3500 CDN.

2- 1978 Z1R. Not seen it yet. Said to be in very good condition. Turn signals probably missing. Point & condensers are worrying me as all my bikes always had electronic ignition (even my 1974 H1E). About $5000 CDN.

3- 1978 KZ650. Not seen yet. Probably not in good condition and had not run since 1992... Asking price is $350 CDN.

4- 1982 GPZ1100. Not seen yet but said to be 100% stock, in showroom condition, exposition winner. EFI is really bothering me as most guys by then where installing carbs instead. Too similar to KZ1100R so probably wont buy it. Asking price ~$4000 CDN.

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Thinking at a KZ project... 30 May 2020 12:12 #826939

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The 1978 Z1R came with from the factory with points ignition. The Kz1000 didn't move to electronic ignition until 79 or 80.
I know 80 had it, and I'm guessing they switched with the introduction of the mk2 engine in 79.
'78 Z1-R in blue , '78 Z1-R in black, '78 Z1-R in pieces
My dad's '74 Z1
'00 ZRX1100

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Thinking at a KZ project... 30 May 2020 13:00 #826943

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Points and condensers are very easy to deal with. Replace them about every 8,000-10,000 miles. You need a feeler gauge and timing light. In addition you can use a dwell meter to check your work, but it is not really a necessity. I've owned my 1977 KZ650-C1 since it was new, and dealing with the points has never been a big deal. Ed
1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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Thinking at a KZ project... 31 May 2020 14:47 #827030

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Claude wrote: Point & condensers are worrying me as all my bikes always had electronic ignition


I see. I misunderstood. If you'd like to avoid points, you can replace them with a Dyna S electronic setup for a bit over $100. It is self contained (it replaces the points plate and is all contained within the timing cover) and is very reliable and set-and-forget. It retains the mechanical advancer and works with the stock coils.
'78 Z1-R in blue , '78 Z1-R in black, '78 Z1-R in pieces
My dad's '74 Z1
'00 ZRX1100
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