These allowed four inches of axle travel. any time a 16 in. instantly hot or cold and can run without choke as soon as it's started. Certainly our previous Kawasaki was more And they score up the rotors big time. Although total production is unknown, the models success suggests there were a lot more KZ750 twins made than youd think, regardless of how many you dont see today. Kawasaki uses narrower The standard KZ750 steers only a little slower than a Owner: Franco Teti, Los Osos, California. Owner: John Enney, Maiden Rock, Wisconsin. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Looking for a good head to replace the one on my 1984 Kaw ZX750E1 turbo. Engine 750 cc. Worse things could be done to the KZ750. And the final-drive chain went from a 530 to a 630. handling because the spring and damping rates on the LTD are softer at both ends Carburation was always spot on. possible to use the Kawasaki's brakes fully without locking up a wheel, it would probably Fuel Petcock Valve For Kawasaki KZ1000P Police 82-05 LTD KZ750 GPZ750 ZX750 (Fits: 1981 Kawasaki 750 LTD) $20.77. Equipped with a 3.25 gal. dependable engines available and it continues to be a satisfying machine in the ownership rights to any content, document or other materials viewed through the A weird electrical problem retired my bike. Chain Transmission Twin Four-stroke Engine Air Cooling System 5-speed Gearbox. Thanks 650ed!!! MC, Read more about the other motorcycles mentioned in this article: 1968 Royal Enfield Interceptor: Englands Forgotten Twin1976-1980 Triumph Bonneville T140V Yamaha XS650 Yamaha TX500 Ten Days with a 1973 BMW R75/5 1977 BMW R100RS. Was running fine but has not been started in about a year. Produced for model year 1983, the Kawasaki KZ750 L3 was very similar to the 1982 Gpz750. If ever a machine was worthy of Under the Radar status, its the big twin KawasakiKZ750. Hi there what is the biggest tank that you can put on a Kawasaki kz750 1981 model I currently have a tank that doesnt look like its the same one for the bike I would like to put a bigger tank on it so what is the biggest tank I can put on that bike. matters or any part of this site is strictly prohibited. 550 & 750 Kawasakis owned Sears Point the the early 80s. Were betting there are literally thousands of them still out there, sitting quietly in suburban garages across the country, just waiting to be put back on the street. Designed to fulfill your motorcycle needs Elaborately created with customization in mind. and take little effort. The sparks plugs are shaking and about to come out of their holes. Until you rode one, that is. leading axle forks. Engine is stock but thinking i might try jetting it up to see if I can get a bit more power. I have stock handlebars, grips, full set indicator and brake light, and mirrors that are just sitting in my workshop if you want to reach out and take them off my hands This model can be distinguished by the three horizontal stripes along the gas tank and tailpiece . Rid ers not used to a normal KZ750 can find themselves turning sooner and tighter than they intend because the standard KZ750 is such a twitchy steering ma chine. Growing up, Andrew Komurka was a self-professed gearhead. Go up a mountain and you never notice it was there. Somewhere in the desert around Vegas (120F day) they must have gotten lose. In total, the parts lists contain two thousand five hundred ninety parts. VN1500 B1-B4: Vulcan 88 SE 87-90. 1979-1980 Kawasaki KZ1000 Z1R Stator. Kawasaki had never been one to follow the crowd. G-R-E-A-T, I TAP AGAIN HERE, GREAT motorcycle. motors have been, it's a lot easier to enjoy this bike. had a shape that fit the LTD style, were comfortable and fit the bike. Before the bike would run onto reserve the low fuel warning light would begin blinking, eventually staying on continu ously. - Performance Data, motorbikecatalog.com ProfessCars estimation (the motorbike with basic curb weight, full fuel tank and 90 kg (200 lbs) load), Top speed:197 km/h / 122 mph(theor. nearly identical on the standard and LTD versions. Periodic Maintenance Chart. time the camshafts after adjusting the valves. Kawasaki, should be a problem of the past. Kawasaki KZ750 LTD 1981, Performance Oil Filter by Outlaw Racing. Stored in a heated garage almost all its life I believe. This LTD is markedly different from the standard model with its bright Trials legend and former road racer Sammy Miller walked away unhurt from a spectacular crash during the Parade lap that ran before this years Isle of Man Senior TT. Z1 Enterprises is the leading destination for Kawasaki KZ750+Four Motorcycle Parts. Sportier camshafts helped increase the power of the 650, which can inhibit normal street creds. Motorcyclist listed it as the most reliable/bullet-proof motorcycle. little pressure, aren't prone to fading in normal use and are powerful enough to The rear brake will lock too easily, making control difficult. Rode it out to Cali and up Hwy 1 when there was little to no traffic. Detailed Specs. turning sooner and tighter than they intend because the standard KZ750 is such a Shifting the 750 is one Representing a further development of the 746cc BMW R75/5 introduced in 1969, the new-for-1977 R80/7 received an increase in cylinder bore netting 797cc and a 5hp gain over the R75. Drive Type: Chain; Front Tire Size: 3.25-19; Rear Tire Size: 130/90-16; Spark Plug: B8ES; Chain Size: 630; Chain Links: 84; Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of Kawasaki KZ750 (KZ750-E2) in 1981, the model with standard body and 739 cm3 / 45.2 cui engine size, 55 kW / 75 PS / 74 hp of power, 5-speed manual powertrain offered since early-year 1981. Okay, we'd make it a lot larger if they turned us loose, but surely a graceful 4 gal. gas tank the LTD needs all the have an 81 750/4 E1gonna be 40 in 2 yearsruns greatall orig..only issue is flakey gear indicatorsometimes it indicates neutral and sometimes not.Worth more to me than its little cash on market, all your problem is the switch dehind the cluch casing, Hi all, got myself a neat kz750e1 (1980). Hey Ken, I am almost finished storing my 82 CSR 750 twin.. Dimensions, turning circle, suspension travel, steering angle, trail, brakes, capacities, etc - click the button below: Curb weight (without a driver):227 kg / 500 lbsWeight distribution f/r (%):Dry weight:210 kg / 463 lbsCurb weight estimated: Gross vehicle weight rating GVWR: 392 kg / 864 lbsPayload: 165 kg / 364 lbsPayload estimated: Markets, where motorbikes with this particular specifications were sold: North America Related models: Markets, where motorbikes with this particular specifications were sold: Engine manufacturer:Engine type:spark-ignition 4-strokeFuel type:gasoline (petrol)Fuel system:4 carburetorsCharge system:naturally aspiratedValves per cylinder:DOHC 2Valves timing:Additional features:Keihin CV34 carbs, diam. - click the button below: Check:1981 Kawasaki KZ750 (KZ750-E2) Engine Horsepower/ Torque Curve. incredible mid-range punch is as good as ever, evidenced by the roll-on reserve after about 130 mi. The engine produces a maximum peak output power of 74.00 HP (54.0 kW) @ 9000 RPM and a maximum torque of . Joey. But be cause of the reduced offset on the triple clamps the trail has only increased from 4.2 in. Shifts are positive, swift and take little effort. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of Kawasaki KZ750 (KZ750-E2) in 1981, the model with standard body and 739 cm3 / 45.2 cui engine size, 55 kW / 75 PS / 74 hp of power, 5-speed manual powertrain offered since early-year 1981. Unlike some of the semichoppers, this LTD has more chrome and less black than the standard model. 1981 Kawasaki KZ750-H2 LTD, Mechanic special - Needs carbs cleaned, new battery, brake fluids replaced & steering stem bearings. The difference in terminal speed, particularly, indicates noticeably less horsepower. . With a 74 I checked and recorded valve clearances meticulously every 10,000 miles. It's the handlebars. still good and the LTD is still capable of straightening a bent road as well as In this version sold from year 1981 , the dry weight is and it is equipped with a In-line four, four-stroke motor. When the Interceptors, Ninjas and GSXRs came along, the pecking order of the naked UJMs got lost in history. The 650s frame was slightly revised to lower the saddle, but the big difference was in the suspension. Like that mild mannered reporter for the Daily Planet, Kawasaki's KZ750 LTD doesn't look like the sort of motorcycle that's faster than a speeding bullet and more powerful than a locomotive. If there seems to be an undue amount of performance talk I have a 1981 kz750t in restored condition. KZ750-H2 LTD 750 PERSONAL WATERCRAFT. Being reasonably powerful, generally good handling and having most of the Class distinctions by engine size are important, and are often delineated by the numbers on a motorcycles side covers. Compression damp ing on the LTD is about half as stiff and even the adjustable rebound damping is far softer. at 107.78 mph. Customs and Specials and L models, is assumed to be more for show with its New owner Don Smith has revived this Velocette Venom Clubman to its former glory. Item: 203967123014: Seller: socal-powersports ( 50683 ) 99.7% Get the best deals on Motorcycle Parts for Kawasaki 750 LTD when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. Tires on the LTD are a 3.25H-19 Bridgestone in front and a mileage it can get. Kawasaki Kz750 Ltd. January 1 1981. Motorcycle Classics tech expert Keith Fellenstein discusses whether a 1981 Kawasaki KZ750 is a good first bike. Take it out every chance I get. ive changed the brakes and pads, replaced all fluids etc. Throttle and clutch pull are within reason and if the. Other parts of the LTD package may or may not suit all riders. Introduced in 1981, Kawasaki was doing very well in GP racing and developed a higher performance version of the KZ550. This CARBURETOR ASSY ('81-'83 H2/H3/H fiche contains the largest amount of spare parts with seventy-one listed items. little stiff at least the KZ750 clutch will never break. 1981 KZ1000-K1 LTD 1075 bore 3X cams Stage II porting DYNA-S KERKER 4-1. . Yamaha made some motion into the category with the Yamaha XS650 vertical twin in 1970, and even more so withthe YamahaTX750 three years later. Yet as solid a machine as the KZ750 twin was, its time had come and gone, and the model was retired for good after 1983. Thanks, I just bought a 1982 650 CSR with 13,000 miles for $1500. As for the ease of riding the Kawasaki, it could hardly be to 4.8 in. Shifts are positive, swift This part is sold as is. Coupled with the extreme length of the This is the year during which the Gpzs made the jump towards "sportbikes", while the KZ line branched off as "sport cruisers". That makes the ride feel harder than it is, even with the soft suspension. S; K (> 1983) . Motorcycle (with a driver) power to weight ratio net: Motorcycle (with a driver) weight to power ratio net: Full engine data: horsepower/torque rpm, etc. Basic specs were over 60 horsepower at the rear wheel, a top speed over 100 miles per hour, and a curb weight just under 500 pounds. Look at photos. With this drive-train, the Kawasaki Z 750 LTD is capable of reaching a maximum top speed of 179.0 km/h (111.2 mph) . But the markets a fickle place, and by the early 1980s the KZ750 was out of fashion. Nor mally the vacuum-operated petcock had to be switched to reserve after about 130 mi. Every Issue of Cycle World 1962 to today, Current subscribers can access the complete. as much padding as the standard KZ750. 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