Z1000 MK2

[Ultim8pc]

The seat has arrived from Germany, it's in very nice condition. However, I will remove the cover and foam and get the base powdercoated. Not sure why this wasn't done when the seat was reupholstered.. And it doesn't have a strap. But far better than the one fitted to the bike as the base is rusted and has previously been welded.

[Ultim8pc]

Can anyone confirm that I am right in thinking that the exhaust from the z1000J is the same as the MK2 but with different part number and stampings?

[needaz1100r]

Can anyone confirm that I am right in thinking that the exhaust from the z1000J is the same as the MK2 but with different part number and stampings?

That is what I have heard, but I THOUGHT that the J had extra mounting points on the bottom of the motor because of the front rubber engine mounts. Certainly the Z1100R did. They would be hidden though.

[Philippe]

Hi Ultim8pc
you're right, they are the same but with different stampings.
On the underside of the frame of my MK2 there are mounting points allthough the original MK2 exhaust I have doesn't have lugs to attach them with bolts on there.
GrtZ
Philippe

[Ultim8pc]

Hi Ultim8pc
you're right, they are the same but with different stampings.
On the underside of the frame of my MK2 there are mounting points allthough the original MK2 exhaust I have doesn't have lugs to attach them with bolts on there.

Philippe, thanks for your knowledge as ever.
So just to clarify, if I buy a J system it will fit my MK2 but I may need some brackets?
Thanks

[Philippe]

Hi Ultim8pc
I don't know about a K exhaust system, A J will fit and looks the same as an A3 or A4 (MK2)
Don't worry about the fitment, take care about the looks!
Most of the classic Z 900 or Z 1000 exhausts can be fitted on the MK2, even a 4 in 4 if you have the brackets to attach it to the frame.
I fitted a Z1R exhaust to a Z1000ST and only had to change the bracket a bit.
If you want your bike to have the correct looks, buy a J exhaust! Only rivet counters like me will look at the stamps and tell you it's a J exhaust...
Good luck
Philippe

[Ultim8pc]

Pilippe,
I did mean J, not K...

Thanks, I will go ahead with my plans with a J system.

[needaz1100r]

Hi Ultim8pc
you're right, they are the same but with different stampings.
On the underside of the frame of my MK2 there are mounting points allthough the original MK2 exhaust I have doesn't have lugs to attach them with bolts on there.
GrtZ
Philippe

Apologies for any confusion caused, I have just looked at the parts list for the Z1100R and my memory is correct, they have two mounts on the sump, I think and a bracket on the underside of the pipes, BUT that does not exist on the 1000J systems. I had thought they would be the same construction. Every day is a school day.

[Philippe]

Hi Ultim8pc

I thought you did, but one never knows... "J" or "K" is a detail but details DO matter!
GrtZ (from a rivett counter or anorak or whatever name you give people who care about details... )
Philippe

[Ultim8pc]

Eeeek! Just agreed to buy this rather fab z1000j, just for the exhaust system to use on the MK2!
Then I'll put a 4/1 on the J and sell it on. (Unless I decide to keep it.... )

[rickm]

That looks like a nice clean original example of a J to be using for spares ?
The J motor does have sump mounts which I thought the original system bolted to ?

[Philippe]

Hi Ultim8pc

now that's a good excuse to buy another bike: "Honey, I found an exhaust and I bought it...but it's stil mounted on a bike so I had to take that one allso...'.
I would suggest you keep the J as she is,( she looks lovely ) and find another exhaust for your MK2!
GrtZ
Philippe

[rickm]

Hi Ultim8pc

now that's a good excuse to buy another bike: "Honey, I found an exhaust and I bought it...but it's stil mounted on a bike so I had to take that one allso...'.
I would suggest you keep the J as she is,( she looks lovely ) and find another exhaust for your MK2!
GrtZ
Philippe

Agreed, it's way too good to be "breaking" !

[Ultim8pc]

I'd love to keep the J but I really have too many bikes on the go and running out of room. (as I also have a z900a, a z1000a1 and GL1000 on the way)..
But we'll see...

[ADRIAN H]

as I also have a GL1000 on the way

apologies in advance but NO NO NO NO