1980 Kawasaki KZ1300
Level B Restoration
Owner: G. I. of Virginia
COMMENTS: Repair of this overheating Kawasaki was attempted a few years ago by another shop but arrived here in boxes & not running. Part of the mechanical work it needed included a complete engine & transmission rebuild with valve adjustment of its 6 cylinder engine, upgrade to new, higher capacity, lighter weight aluminum radiator, repair charging system & wiring harness, evaluate ignition system, clean 3 carburetors, create aluminum & brass "T" connector for carburetor, create aluminum carburetor adjuster knob, flush brake system, install new brake lines & front pads, replace tires, clean & seal inside of gasoline tank, replace handlebar switch, new battery, instrument gauge repair and some cosmetic work. 62 hours of labor & many hard-to-find parts later, this Kawasaki now runs well, does not overheat and will be enjoyed by its owner for many years.
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5.3 minute video showing this KZ1300 running & additional photos of the service work
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Creating an aluminum & brass "T" connector
for the carburetor
Carburetor rebuilding
New, lighter, higher capacity radiator Stock radiator
Cleaning the inside of the gasoline tank
