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Author: rickm
Thu Jan 20, 2022 4:41 pm
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Z1000J electronic speedo cable guide?
Replies: 6
Views: 927

Z1000J electronic speedo cable guide?

My 1981 J has the original electronic speedo. Where the cable exits the sender from the wheel hub I recall there should be a cable guide holding the cable away from the wheel to prevent it rubbing. I don't have this part and can't find it on a parts finder and cannot get a decent photo of it either....
Author: rickm
Thu Jan 06, 2022 5:11 pm
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Did not expect this
Replies: 25
Views: 5498

Re: Did not expect this

That's very interesting, thanks Al.
I'd never really considered that the SG of different fuels would vary enough to make a difference to the float height and fuel cut-off level.
Author: rickm
Sun Jan 02, 2022 10:26 am
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Did not expect this
Replies: 25
Views: 5498

Re: Did not expect this

Isn't Esso 99 octane ethanol-free in most parts of the country?
I appreciate that it won't stay "fresh" as long as some of the specialist racing fuels and additives, but it's a lot cheaper!
Author: rickm
Sun Jan 02, 2022 5:14 am
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Carb float/fuel height using tube method
Replies: 6
Views: 934

Re: Carb float/fuel height using tube method

Nice idea, thanks :up
Author: rickm
Sat Jan 01, 2022 9:43 pm
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Carb float/fuel height using tube method
Replies: 6
Views: 934

Re: Carb float/fuel height using tube method

Thanks guys.
I did try blowing into the tube and this sent the air back into the carb.
I then wasn’t sure whether this would have an affect on the fuel level in the carb, but I guess it shouldn’t?
Author: rickm
Sat Jan 01, 2022 4:11 pm
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Carb float/fuel height using tube method
Replies: 6
Views: 934

Carb float/fuel height using tube method

Hopefully this will be a simple yes/no answer. When I try to measure the fuel height in the carbs on my Z1000J using a length of clear fuel pipe, I always seem to end up with a pocket of air in the tube between the bottom of the U-bend and the carb drain outlet i.e. the tube is not completely full o...
Author: rickm
Sun Dec 12, 2021 4:35 pm
Forum: For Sale
Topic: FOR SALE 1974 S3 400 triple
Replies: 7
Views: 2261

Re: FOR SALE 1974 S3 400 triple

Now provisionally sold :D
Interestingly, all of the enquiries I've had since re-advertising came from folk on here rather than the triples forums !
Guess there's a few like me who like the idea of having something very different alongside their Z.
Author: rickm
Thu Dec 09, 2021 5:14 pm
Forum: For Sale
Topic: FOR SALE 1974 S3 400 triple
Replies: 7
Views: 2261

Re: FOR SALE 1974 S3 400 triple

Re-advertised with a few minor improvements :up

https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/kawasak ... ml#p106794
Author: rickm
Thu Dec 09, 2021 10:29 am
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Z1B maitenance/upgrades
Replies: 10
Views: 1556

Re: Z1B maitenance/upgrades

I've got Dyna S with standard coils and HT leads.
I keep wanting to go for the dyna coils and leads, but opinions vary as to whether they are actually worth the extra money over "standard" replica coils?
Author: rickm
Wed Nov 17, 2021 8:59 am
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Dyna S ignition problem
Replies: 11
Views: 2092

Re: Dyna S ignition problem

I would also get rid of the weird George mod, if the harness is has good clean and not botched contacts it will be more than enough to operate the ignition system. That's interesting, I think you're the first person I've seen who suggests that weird George way should be ditched. I've not tried it m...
Author: rickm
Fri Oct 29, 2021 10:05 am
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Terminal type?
Replies: 8
Views: 1749

Re: Terminal type?

KeithZ1R wrote:Or you could just get a set of these from Bikerstoolbox remember to let Ralph know your a PUM for a discount :up


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I couldn't find these on the web site.
Can you post a direct link?
Author: rickm
Wed Oct 27, 2021 12:42 pm
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: KERKER EXHAUST GPZ1100B2
Replies: 3
Views: 771

Re: KERKER EXHAUST GPZ1100B2

Hi,
Welcome to the forum.
This question might be better posted in the "Bike Help" section as more people are likely to see it and respond.
Maybe one of the mods can do this for you? (or you could re-post it)
Cheers
Rick
Author: rickm
Fri Oct 22, 2021 3:58 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: GPz750A3 Unitrak
Replies: 15
Views: 6943

Re: GPz750A3 Unitrak

Photos ? :D
Author: rickm
Fri Oct 15, 2021 5:26 am
Forum: Bike Help
Topic: Remove head without disturbing base gasket ?
Replies: 11
Views: 1812

Re: Remove head without disturbing base gasket ?

Thanks Bill :up
I believe he’s based in N London, but is pretty busy.
I’ll check him out.

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