Kawazonkey

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Post by donkeychomp » Wed Oct 09, 2013 10:03 pm

Well here is my winter project. Kawasaki ZZR400.

It does have an MOT but after a thorough test ride today I think she needs stripping down, repair or replace bits as I go and respray the whole bike.

Bad bits...it's a Jap import (but it isn't restricted, just has KPH clocks)...needs new tyres...and fork seals...most of the ally bits are all furry...main beam doesn't work...the tank looks like someone poured brake fluid on it...and so on

Good bits...it was FREE...I have the V5...err, that's it :lol:
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This is how it'll probably look after I'm done with it!
This is how it'll probably look after I'm done with it!
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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by Jordi » Wed Oct 09, 2013 10:08 pm

Free is always good.

I still like 4 wheels and at least half doors.
1988 Samurai - Truck Cab & Tray Back - 1.6 8v & HIF44 - Snorkel - Stack Exhaust - PAS, YJs & 33s - Trussed, Gusseted & Pumpkin Capped Axles - 4.3 R&Ps - 4.16 T/Box - Rear Air Locker - Full Float Back Axle & Discs - RCV Front Shafts - X-Eng Handbrake - Custom Fuel Tank

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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by donkeychomp » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:32 pm

Big oops a Kawasaki ZXR400!

I love bikes as well as cars Jordi, when she's finished it'll be a sunny day machine only, the occasional blast down a few B roads, and I know a few with no speed cameras. Not that I would ever exceed the national speed limit of course...
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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by windsor » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:43 pm

I love zxr 400
Av got a z1000
1994 sj 413 sierra
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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by Jordi » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:43 pm

Sounds like fun.

One of my mates went to spain for a few weeks touring this year. Looked amazing. Just packed his gear onto his bike and went.
1988 Samurai - Truck Cab & Tray Back - 1.6 8v & HIF44 - Snorkel - Stack Exhaust - PAS, YJs & 33s - Trussed, Gusseted & Pumpkin Capped Axles - 4.3 R&Ps - 4.16 T/Box - Rear Air Locker - Full Float Back Axle & Discs - RCV Front Shafts - X-Eng Handbrake - Custom Fuel Tank

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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by donkeychomp » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:46 pm

Windsor I had a Z1 too, many moons ago, was a hoot and I wished I'd never sold it, they go for 10k plus now. Saying that this one handles better and is way faster...that's progress for you
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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by windsor » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:49 pm

Lol mines the new zed 2004 one goes like clappers and but cos of the jack up and nose down its very twitchy
1994 sj 413 sierra
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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by donkeychomp » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:52 pm

Aha! Mine was a 1977 model...twitchy as hell at any speed, handled like an elephant on roller skates and acid, still great fun. Can't wait to get started on this new project.
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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by Anton » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:58 pm

Don't post a build thread, I may become so envious that I start thinking about getting a bike...
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Re: Kawazonkey

Post by rory-ray » Thu Oct 10, 2013 7:38 pm

I may of almost pooed myself on one of these a couple of years back.

Im used to motorcross bikes as that's all I ride , my mate had one of these and offerd me a go, I got into 3rd gear after pinning it through 1st and 2nd and stopped and got off it, way too much for me!!!
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+2" Springs, Pro Comp Front And Rear Shocks, 31" Marshalls On 8j's, Front Winch Bumper, OMP Steering Wheel And Boss, Bucket Seats, Stripped Out, Black Bonnet With Scoop, Few Dents And Scratches, Little Rust!!!

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