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The starter clutches are different, so the motor might be, the Z1100R uses a Unitrak GPZ1100 engine, ZX1100A model, but you probably new this already

Yeah Julian, I found that out a few weeks ago.

Been reinstating the battery box mounting brackets & the side panel rubber grommet lugs.
I don't think that it is as it was originally, but the bike wont be original by a long way.

Next I need to fabricate a side stand mounting bracket , then I will need to fabricate the head light ears ( another unobtainium) Part!!
Last thing to fabricate will be the fairing brackets .

Not sure if your interested but ive just been on Zed Parts web site and they have a load of original Lawson bits for sale !! they are going to start putting hem on flea bay if no one wants them.

Kev

Thanks For the heads up Kev

Stu

Had to have the unobtainium engine decal plates done by a local engraver.
1.5thk brushed stainless steel.
Engraved & black infilled.
Not an exact copy, but close enough for

z power do a z1 side stand bracket that might save you fabricating from scratch.

Thanks swampy,
I have just ordered a ZX9 complete stand & bkt for £12.
So I will make it fit

Just ordered my 530 chain & sprocket kit from Ray @ Debbens

Should have some progress in the next couple of weeks.

Had some circular hollow section machine to suit the 38mm fork tubes.
Will plasma cut a couple of headlight ears over length , so I can trim to suit & get the headlight in the correct location along with the skidmarx fairing.

Got a bit more done....
Fitted a new side stand & welded the mount bracket.
Stand is from a ZX9R, -Again, this buildbwas never going to be a restoration .
Aligned up the new plasma cut headlight ears ,this was the most difficult as I did not have a datum to work from.but they are within 2 mm.
Next , I will have a couple of 5mm thick fairing brackets plasma cut & tack weld .
That should finish all the welding .
Next I will fit the rebuilt engine & start the wiring .

I recognize that tatty fairing ☺

It fits just lovely Julian,
Once Simon works his magic it will be just dandy

Thought I’d better give a little update on my Lawson jigsaw puzzle.
It’s been a while & been busy.
Frame all back from powder coat
Paintset back from Simon- Feckin Stunning is an understatement.
Bespoke wiring loom all done , clock backlights all now LED & updated fuse box , fine away with the silly lockouts on the clutch & side stand, I added in a neutral only start lock out.
Maybe another week or so , should just about finish it.

Looking good. Nice to see it coming together just in time for summer.

what a transformation Stu ,love that paint

Great progress there Stu! I love the colour as well.. looking forward to seeing it on the road...