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Remember the Kawasaki Z1? 46 years later now Z900RS

Started by Pat Conlon, October 26, 2017, 07:32:22 PM

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Pat Conlon

A lot of you young folks may not remember these, although I do....the 1972 Kawasaki Z1 ...aka: Honda CB750 SOHC killer:



Fast forward 46 years, the Kawasaki Z900RS:













For more picts and details:

https://newatlas.com/kawasaki-2018-z900-rs/51928/

What do you think?

1) Free Owners Manual download: https://tinyurl.com/fmsz7hk9
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3) Replace your old stock rubber brake lines.
4) Important items for the '84-87 FJ's:
Safety wire: https://tinyurl.com/99zp8ufh
Fuel line: https://tinyurl.com/bdff9bf3

big r

I think Kawi. hit the button just about on the nose. That is a sweet looking bike

Tor-King

I am not a huge Kawasaki fan but that is one beautiful machine.  I love the machined wheels that resemble spokes, the "ducktail" rear bodywork and the latest is electronics and suspension components... but... it sure would have been nice if they worked in the 4 into 4 exhaust of yesteryear!
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1986 Yamaha FJ1200
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Pat Conlon

Quote from: Tor-King on October 26, 2017, 09:03:11 PM
... but... it sure would have been nice if they worked in the 4 into 4 exhaust of yesteryear!

Yep, I agree :good2: looking at these pictures it looks like there is quite a large catcon in the collector box...welcome to the age of Euro 4 emission standards.





I think an aftermarket exhaust solution would shed some pounds and clean up the lines. (for off road use only) :rofl2:
1) Free Owners Manual download: https://tinyurl.com/fmsz7hk9
2) Don't store your FJ with E10 fuel https://tinyurl.com/3cjrfct5
3) Replace your old stock rubber brake lines.
4) Important items for the '84-87 FJ's:
Safety wire: https://tinyurl.com/99zp8ufh
Fuel line: https://tinyurl.com/bdff9bf3

Sparky84

Quote from: Pat Conlon on October 26, 2017, 07:32:22 PM
A lot of you young folks may not remember these, although I do....the 1972 Kawasaki Z1 ...aka: Honda CB750 SOHC killer

Used to have a CB750 not a bad bike

This Z900 looks pretty good
Should ride well also
But it does need a set of 4 into 4, Chrome of course
1984 FJ1100
1979 Kawasaki Z1300
1972 Honda CB750/4 K2

PaulG

Light years ahead in every respect obviously.... but...

Call me an olde tymie guy now, but the original I find more aesthetically pleasing to the eye.  Granted the original has been restored to better than showroom condition too.  Odd because that's usually not a consideration high on my list.  But which one would I rather own now?  :unknown:  I just find the lines flow better on the original.  Kinda like a 1972 Sophia Loren vis a vis any cover girl today.
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Pat Conlon

1) Free Owners Manual download: https://tinyurl.com/fmsz7hk9
2) Don't store your FJ with E10 fuel https://tinyurl.com/3cjrfct5
3) Replace your old stock rubber brake lines.
4) Important items for the '84-87 FJ's:
Safety wire: https://tinyurl.com/99zp8ufh
Fuel line: https://tinyurl.com/bdff9bf3

PaulG

Yeah... I'll get right on that, right after....  :cray: :cray: :cray: :cray:  ...  :empathy3:
1992 FJ1200 ABS
YouTube Channel Paul G


TexasDave

Quote from: Tor-King on October 26, 2017, 09:03:11 PM
I am not a huge Kawasaki fan but that is one beautiful machine.  I love the machined wheels that resemble spokes, the "ducktail" rear bodywork and the latest is electronics and suspension components... but... it sure would have been nice if they worked in the 4 into 4 exhaust of yesteryear!
I like the look of the new Kaw and rode a dark green one my friend had. Maybe 1976? Great bike. I would like the new one better with the old four into four or even a two into two.
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FJ1100mjk

Quote from: Tor-King on October 26, 2017, 09:03:11 PM
I am not a huge Kawasaki fan.

I am.

Loving my '80 GPz1100 with the old skool Kerker on it.

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Motofun

I like the old school stuff but don't forget what a handful they were to ride.  My CBX was the same way....OK up to about 90 mph or a twisty section, then watch out.  Those spindly fork tubes just weren't up to the task, not to mention brakes that were merely a suggestion.
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'75 Honda CB400F
'85 Yamaha RZ350
'85 Yamaha FJ1100
'89 Yamaha FJ1200
'09 Yamaha 125 Zuma
'09 Kawasaki KZ110 (grand kids)
'13 Suzuki GSXR 750 (track)
'14 Yamaha FZ-09
'18 Suzuki GSXR 1000R (track)
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SOLD: CBX,RZ500,Ninja 650,CB400F,V45 Sabre,CB700SC,R1

FJ1100mjk

Quote from: Motofun on October 27, 2017, 06:47:34 AM
I like the old school stuff but don't forget what a handful they were to ride.  My CBX was the same way....OK up to about 90 mph or a twisty section, then watch out.  Those spindly fork tubes just weren't up to the task, not to mention brakes that were merely a suggestion.

Yes, I am fully aware of the limitations of my Kaw, like you are with your CBX's. But to me it's all about the ride when I'm on it, that is enjoyable just the same. Not to mention the positive comments that I get when I pull in somewhere. With CBX ownership, I am certain that you understand this.

I don't know about the CBX group, but the swapping of swingarms, wheels, and suspension front and rear, is going on in the KZ world. Whatever, melts the owners butter is fine with me, but I am staying OEM for the most part. Who knows, it may payoff when it goes on the auction block. Like your CBX, good examples of them fetch a good price when they're in good condition and OEM throughout.  :good2:
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Pat Conlon

Quote from: FJ1100mjk on October 27, 2017, 07:38:29 AM

...I don't know about the CBX group, but the swapping of swingarms, wheels, and suspension front and rear, is going on in the KZ world.....

That sounds familiar...
1) Free Owners Manual download: https://tinyurl.com/fmsz7hk9
2) Don't store your FJ with E10 fuel https://tinyurl.com/3cjrfct5
3) Replace your old stock rubber brake lines.
4) Important items for the '84-87 FJ's:
Safety wire: https://tinyurl.com/99zp8ufh
Fuel line: https://tinyurl.com/bdff9bf3

gumby302ho

 Those ZR's and KZ's were cleaning up when I was a teenager, then the GPZ's carried the torch a little longer, that honda CX650 turbo in the early 80's had some pull, then came along the big YAMAHA FJ that stomped on almost everybody! Shhhhhh, dont wake up the suzuki guys.

giantkiller

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87 fj1200 865 miles crashed for parts
89 fj1200 touring 2up
87 fzr1000 crashed
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93 fzr600 Vance n hines ltd for sale
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