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Z400D3 1976
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2022 4:53 pm
Author: r3sc
Hi All,
I know I’m going to face a barrage if p- -s taking but for my sins I’ve bought myself a 1976 Z400D3 twin. Ok, ok yes, ugly ducking, slow, undesirable but I had one when I was 17 many years ago and I thought I’d give one another chance!
Anyway, I’m going to need lots of bits for it to get it something like and I’d like to ask anyone out there who has any parts for this bike to let me know.
I’m particularly interested in the “Holy Grail” OEM exhausts, any bodywork, top end bits, tool kit, maybe OEM wiring loom. Any NOS or OEM bits would be of interest.
Basically I’ll consider anything you may have so please let me know and I’ll get back to you.
Many thanks in advance.
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2022 5:08 pm
Author: Philippe
Hi r3sc
I understand what nostalgia can do with a man's mind...
have a look there.
https://www.bike-teile.de/index.php?sei ... ljahr=1976good luck
GrtZ
Philippe
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2022 7:26 pm
Author: DavidZ1R
I'm looking for one myself to restore, did you buy that heap from DK ? I have a certain little something in my loft waiting
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2022 8:17 pm
Author: r3sc
Hi David,
No, I try where possible to avoid DK, I bought it privately.
Those exhausts look stunning but they’re from a slightly later bike than mine. Mine has the stubby, extra ugly silencers without the reverse cone end.
Definitely an acquired taste when it comes to bikes.
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2022 8:58 am
Author: Ultim8pc
Ive pretty much got a complete bike with blown engine and no exhaust.
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2022 6:12 pm
Author: DavidZ1R
Ultim8pc wrote:Ive pretty much got a complete bike with blown engine and no exhaust.
Are you looking to shift it for a knock down price Nigel?
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2022 7:48 pm
Author: chrisNI
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2022 8:35 pm
Author: r3sc
No problems, as soon as I’m in a position to take some photos I will and then I’ll post them!
I didn’t think it would be that important for a wanted ad, especially as I’m not 100% certain what I’m going to need yet.
Cheers.
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2022 9:12 pm
Author: chrisNI
r3sc wrote:I didn’t think it would be that important for a wanted ad, especially as I’m not 100% certain what I’m going to need yet.
Cheers.
It’s not really necessary for a Wanted ad but sounds like there’s s project going on here…

Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2022 9:55 pm
Author: r3sc
Hi Chris,
I think you’re right, I’m pretty sure it’s going to turn into a project and it will unfold over time.
Rest assured, photos will be posted as it moves on! I will probably need help and input from others as well as the help to try and find the parts that are really difficult to find!
Watch this space.
Cheers.
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Mon Mar 28, 2022 8:34 am
Author: Ultim8pc
DavidZ1R wrote:Ultim8pc wrote:Ive pretty much got a complete bike with blown engine and no exhaust.
Are you looking to shift it for a knock down price Nigel?
I'd happily sell it.
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:02 pm
Author: DavidZ1R
Can you send a piccy or two over, you should have me on messenger.
Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Tue Mar 29, 2022 3:55 pm
Author: Ultim8pc
DavidZ1R wrote:Can you send a piccy or two over, you should have me on messenger.

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Re: Z400D3 1976
Posted: Tue Mar 29, 2022 4:38 pm
Author: DavidZ1R
Looks like you have done the bulk of the work, what sort of money for the bike as is. ?
Engine totally shot I take it
