Braided Stainless Steel Brake Lines
I am of the opinion that brake line upgrades are mandatory for these old KZ’s; especially on the front. Mind you, I’ve only done that upgrade on one of my two 750’s so far, but I intend to get the…
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Replacement Keys
Some times people buy an old KZ and the PO had lost the keys. Or you lost it yourself over winter. What then? First, try and find the original key number. This can sometimes be found stamped on the face…
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Tire Air Pressure
(This post is contributed by KTOF member Steell) I keep seeing posts that the correct pressure to run tires is the one printed on the sidewall. Now I have publicly stated that that info is garbage, has no basis in…
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Post Topic Ideas
Besides the things that I’m migrating over here day-to-day from my Biquetoast.com site, I need another place to keep a running list of KZ750 Twin related things about which I want to post. And if you have ideas, feel free…
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Ballast Resistor
Nope. No ballast resistor on any year of the KZ750 Twin models. I post this only because it is occasionally asked about, perhaps since other KZ models (like the 1000) from around the same era had them.
Electronic Ignition Options
First, some background: The ’76 – ’80 KZ750 Twins came with a points-based ignition system as standard equipment. And when the line was started up again for the ’82 model year, it featured an electronic ignition. So if you have…
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Misc. Vendors I Use…
I have bought things from countless vendors, and there is not way I can keep track of them all. But there are a few I use regularly, either because they have the best prices, best service, or a reasonable combination…
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Affordable Handlebars
I really cannot stand the feel of the stock bars on the KZ750 twin. The pullback is too much for my wrists; it makes me feel like I’m sitting there getting my nails done or something. They had to go……
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Stator Repair
When my stator failed on my 750, I found R.M. Moto Électronique and contacted them out of the blue. Nice people, and great communication (even with a mild Quebecois Language barrier). Also with a 1+ week turnaround and a reasonable…
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LED Tail/Brake/Turn Lights
Since I’ve owned these KZ’s, I’ve tried a bunch of 1157 and 1156 style LED replacement lights. Honestly, most of them suck. Why try LED lights? Some people say they are brighter. I assure you most are not. Maybe because…
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