I have a kz1000 1978 how can i check that the chokes are closing properly after i have started the bike and it is warmed up. I`m having real problems getting the mixture correct on the plugs. Seems that whatever i do to the mixture screws doesn`t change the colour of the plugs and when the bike is r...

KZ1000 1978, i have now got 1,2+4 of the plugs running with the correct burn colour, but number 3 plug still will not adjust from running rich. i have sonic cleaned all the carbs, twice on no.3. still the same, did a compression check, hot engine, all 150psi. Swapped no3 carb for no1 as they are the...

My name is Martin and although i joined this forum last year ive only just got round to introducing myself, i have a 1978 KZ1000 which is now in fairly good condition, i bought it last year and although it looked quite good it was in need of some love and attention. now i seem to have ironed out 95%...

KZ1000 1978. When i let the clutch out from a standing start it starts to feed in ok but then seems to jump the last bit. ( sorry if this is not a very good explanation) Rather than feeding smoothly all the way out. Is there a known problem with the clutch ? anyone have any ideas.
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Thanks for the info, makes things a lot clearer. I`ll get out in the garage and give it a try.
Thanks again.

Hi all, I have a KZ1000 1978, it has been fitted with the new type do it yourself cam chain adjuster as opposed to the original self adjusting type.
Can anyone recommend the best way of setting it up correctly as i have no info on it ?
Many Thanks

Thanks Guys. I knew someone would know.

Hi all, i`ve recently bought a kz1000 1978. I was told that the clocks were not original, which is fine, but how can i check if the rev counter is correct for my bike ? it`s just that it seems to be reading a lot faster than the engine sounds. Is there a number printed somewhere or some other means ...

Thanks for the replies. I put the electronic ignition in myself so i`m pretty certain that the connections are good , but now you have mentioned it i will check that out. I did wonder whether 15 pilots might be the answer, it`s nice to have someone else suggest the same thing, i shall buy some and g...

I`ve got a 1978 KZ1000A2 and am looking for some useful advice from all you learned folks out there. The bike is fitted with a Marving 4into 1 exhaust system, with baffles in. Standard new air filter with original airbox and snorkel. Boyer electronic ignition system with coils to match. Pilot jets a...

Can anyone recommend a suitable electronic ignition system that does not use the original mechanical advance unit on a KZ1000. 1978.
Thanks.