They just unscrew, as I have just replaced them on my Z1B.

Ben day @ VapourWorx is good straight as a die.

dave spencer wrote:It is no off a triple could be a 550 , looks very similar to a 81 Gpz

Does look like Gpz550 speedo, but mounting bracket looks a bit odd.

All I know - is the Oil seal fitted between the Two crankcases is essential as if not fitted reduces the oil pressure up to camshafts in the cylinder head.

flateddie wrote:Debbens did mine 4 day turn around

+ 1 for Debbens.

dave cullen wrote:

DavidZ1R wrote:You can get new buttons from, dare I say it Z Power

can u give me a link to the part please? I just looked at my Z1000 parts book from them and it seemed to suggest the whole switch assembly??

here you go -

http://www.z-power.co.uk/button-starterhorn

Thats where the banjo bolt on the brake line fites, never seen a cap like that before, (your bottom picture). Set up is the same as exploded diagrams below - Z900 - Z1000 A1, A2, A3, 1976 - 1980

She's a beaut. Regarding paintwork - she's your bike do as you wish.

believe z-power sell them,

If you PM me your email address, I can forward you a digital PDF version.

if only I could weld. Superb work as always. Keep the pictures coming.

Looking brill, you must be chuffed. Would'nt mind one myself. But not sure my back would take it.

these guys have it listed - 128 shops nationwide, you maybe able to do order it in advance and collect depends where you are visiting.

https://www.mpdonline.co.uk/search/simoniz

https://www.mpdonline.co.uk/branch-finder

That is nasty. Someone cut too many corners and should not be allowed near an engine. Did you find an owners manual ? I have a Kawasaki GPZ1100A1 / Z1100R service manual PDF I could email you - but it's 50Mb so would need to send a link to Dropbox. Good luck with the project and keep the pictures co...

Have a room booked, but can’t see me going - as I am shielding my Missus and my elderly parents.

As Mark says. Most likely condensation. Don't use any additives.. Waste of time, not needed and may possibly cause clutch slip if you are unlucky. If you feel it needs a flush out due to the lay-up then just drain the oil when hot and replace with fresh 10/40 semi . I wouldn't bother with liqui mol...