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Uk specification
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Uk specification
Good Evening
I am looking to build my Z1B project to UK spec
I have the chrome bits , the UK fork reflectors and the seat with the strap . I need some shock absorbers without reflectors but I have seen repro ones .
Do I use a short stem rear indicator ?
Are there any other features I need to know about ?
Thanks Chris
I am looking to build my Z1B project to UK spec
I have the chrome bits , the UK fork reflectors and the seat with the strap . I need some shock absorbers without reflectors but I have seen repro ones .
Do I use a short stem rear indicator ?
Are there any other features I need to know about ?
Thanks Chris
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Re: Uk specification
The grab rail in the photo is for a Z900 A4 UK model. The Z1B has the std hand rail.
UK specific bits are front forks with chrome discs not reflectors, rear shocks with no reflectors, long rear fender with no reflectors, rear light mounting to suit the long fender, seat with strap, headlight with side light and Euro chrome bezel, left hand switchgear with flasher. Probably more but I'm in the pub at the minute and my poor memory is being adversely affected!
UK specific bits are front forks with chrome discs not reflectors, rear shocks with no reflectors, long rear fender with no reflectors, rear light mounting to suit the long fender, seat with strap, headlight with side light and Euro chrome bezel, left hand switchgear with flasher. Probably more but I'm in the pub at the minute and my poor memory is being adversely affected!
1975 Z1B Candy Red/Blue
1975 Dogs Z1B
1976 Z900 A4
1977 Z650B1
1978 Z650B2
1978 KZ1000D Z1R
Yam Tracer 900GT
PUM 710
1975 Dogs Z1B
1976 Z900 A4
1977 Z650B1
1978 Z650B2
1978 KZ1000D Z1R
Yam Tracer 900GT
PUM 710
Re: Uk specification
All good stuff to know Steve , I have been told that the UK Z1B had the indicators on the grab rail but I could be mistaken of course
Re: Uk specification
UK Z1B did not have indicators on grab rail and I don`t think any from USA did
Zeds-R-Us
Re: Uk specification
Good news there then , the grab rail without indicator mounts is much nicer
Thanks folks
Thanks folks
Re: Uk specification
I think the U.K. models had a long “mudguard “ and the US Models had a short “fender”
Re: Uk specification
Ok here we go, this is what I've found on mine and after doing some research
None of the Z1 models had indicators mounted on the grab rail nor a reflector on the Long rear guard.
Other subtle differences -
Koito front light with single chrome rim and sidelight.
The RH Switch had the PO painted to suit.
A resistor was bolted to a bracket under the RH coil to stop the bulb blowing.
Flasher on LH Switch
Chrome front discs on forks
No reflectors on rear shocks.
Seat Strap.
Long Rear Guard
The decal on the tray in the tailpiece had (European Model).
The headstock frame decal (silver) was not used but all had to carry the E11 10R 241 interference decal.
And the hardest to change -
The UK destined bikes had a slightly different bottom yolk, housing a UK specific Steering Lock (sits flush).
The steering lock key was not a Lion key.
This may also help if looking to buy a UK model.
None of the Z1 models had indicators mounted on the grab rail nor a reflector on the Long rear guard.
Other subtle differences -
Koito front light with single chrome rim and sidelight.
The RH Switch had the PO painted to suit.
A resistor was bolted to a bracket under the RH coil to stop the bulb blowing.
Flasher on LH Switch
Chrome front discs on forks
No reflectors on rear shocks.
Seat Strap.
Long Rear Guard
The decal on the tray in the tailpiece had (European Model).
The headstock frame decal (silver) was not used but all had to carry the E11 10R 241 interference decal.
And the hardest to change -
The UK destined bikes had a slightly different bottom yolk, housing a UK specific Steering Lock (sits flush).
The steering lock key was not a Lion key.
This may also help if looking to buy a UK model.
Past 5 Years
1974 UK Z1a, Candy Tone Brown/Orange
1976 KZ900a4, Diamond Dark Green
1978 KZ1000a2, Luminous Green
1976 KZ1000a1, Red
1972 GT750J, Candy Lavender
1974 UK Z1a, Candy Tone Brown/Orange
1976 KZ900a4, Diamond Dark Green
1978 KZ1000a2, Luminous Green
1976 KZ1000a1, Red
1972 GT750J, Candy Lavender
Re: Uk specification
If anyone needs any of these I make them out of stainless.
Z1b,
zxr750 m2,
zrx1200
Z1000j lawson race bike,
Versys 1000gt (2019),
Gsxr750H.
zxr750 m2,
zrx1200
Z1000j lawson race bike,
Versys 1000gt (2019),
Gsxr750H.
Re: Uk specification
UK models had metal plug caps. VERY pricey IF you can find them.
Indicator lenses were different front to rear (IIRC clearer front than rear).
UK models were also faster.
Indicator lenses were different front to rear (IIRC clearer front than rear).
UK models were also faster.
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Re: Uk specification
Yes,
I only have 1 of the rear frosted type
Anyone got one to sell ? (STANLEY 29949) 045 6692
Yes, I know that I have asked before ??
Metal plug caps, I just added some grey shrinkwrap, They will do
I only have 1 of the rear frosted type
Anyone got one to sell ? (STANLEY 29949) 045 6692
Yes, I know that I have asked before ??
Metal plug caps, I just added some grey shrinkwrap, They will do
Past 5 Years
1974 UK Z1a, Candy Tone Brown/Orange
1976 KZ900a4, Diamond Dark Green
1978 KZ1000a2, Luminous Green
1976 KZ1000a1, Red
1972 GT750J, Candy Lavender
1974 UK Z1a, Candy Tone Brown/Orange
1976 KZ900a4, Diamond Dark Green
1978 KZ1000a2, Luminous Green
1976 KZ1000a1, Red
1972 GT750J, Candy Lavender
Re: Uk specification
Solid front foot pegs and different rubber pattern.
There are loads of subtle differences it is worth getting a good book. I think John Brookes one is one of the best.
There are loads of subtle differences it is worth getting a good book. I think John Brookes one is one of the best.
Re: Uk specification
Rubbers as supplied by you Dave
Past 5 Years
1974 UK Z1a, Candy Tone Brown/Orange
1976 KZ900a4, Diamond Dark Green
1978 KZ1000a2, Luminous Green
1976 KZ1000a1, Red
1972 GT750J, Candy Lavender
1974 UK Z1a, Candy Tone Brown/Orange
1976 KZ900a4, Diamond Dark Green
1978 KZ1000a2, Luminous Green
1976 KZ1000a1, Red
1972 GT750J, Candy Lavender
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Re: Uk specification
Oh I missed a few bits while under the influence last night !!
[quote="BigZCas"]Yes,
I only have 1 of the rear frosted type
Anyone got one to sell ? (STANLEY 29949) 045 6692
Yes, I know that I have asked before ??
Steve, I think there is frosted indicator lens with this lot here....
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kawasaki-Z65 ... SwFp9aIUCG
[quote="BigZCas"]Yes,
I only have 1 of the rear frosted type
Anyone got one to sell ? (STANLEY 29949) 045 6692
Yes, I know that I have asked before ??
Steve, I think there is frosted indicator lens with this lot here....
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kawasaki-Z65 ... SwFp9aIUCG
1975 Z1B Candy Red/Blue
1975 Dogs Z1B
1976 Z900 A4
1977 Z650B1
1978 Z650B2
1978 KZ1000D Z1R
Yam Tracer 900GT
PUM 710
1975 Dogs Z1B
1976 Z900 A4
1977 Z650B1
1978 Z650B2
1978 KZ1000D Z1R
Yam Tracer 900GT
PUM 710
Re: Uk specification
Thank you Steve,
Well Spotted
Well Spotted
Past 5 Years
1974 UK Z1a, Candy Tone Brown/Orange
1976 KZ900a4, Diamond Dark Green
1978 KZ1000a2, Luminous Green
1976 KZ1000a1, Red
1972 GT750J, Candy Lavender
1974 UK Z1a, Candy Tone Brown/Orange
1976 KZ900a4, Diamond Dark Green
1978 KZ1000a2, Luminous Green
1976 KZ1000a1, Red
1972 GT750J, Candy Lavender
Re: Uk specification
My Uk spec z1b has folding front footrests, single headlamp rim with a Stanley headlamp lens, grab rail with indicator mounts,long rear guard no holes, frosted rear indicator lens, chrome blanks on front forks, Nippondenso grey shaft plug caps, Seat strap,UK/Euro steering lock.plastic body master cylinder, plain rear shocks.
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