You do not acquire But things were changing quickly. A new seat too (all anchoring points broke off XD). Full performance data, accelerations chart, acceleration on gears, speed range on gears, overtaking factors etc: simulation based on the European type of traffic. of a problem. But compared to its British rivals the XS650 was considered small, while the TX750 was a regrettable failure. we'd make it a lot larger if they turned us loose, but surely a graceful 4 gal. Shifts are positive, swift That, ac cording to Kawasaki, should be a problem of the past. Did a carb clean, set the floats, synced them using the two bottles of oil. It survived in spite of a very loose chain. But the prices of the two were now pretty equal, with the KZ at $2,750, the CB at $2,850. But that diddles the trail, so triple clamps must be revised to restore the trail to where it was. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of Kawasaki KZ750 (KZ750-E2) in 1981, the model with standard body and 739 cm3 / 45.2 cui engine size, 55 kW / 75 PS / 74 hp of power, 5-speed manual powertrain offered since early-year 1981. Equipped with a 3.25 gal. Tires on the LTD are a 3.25H-19 Bridgestone in front and a 130/90-16 Bridgestone in back, both tubeless and both with raised white letters, like those on the Honda Customs this year. The LTD is one of the best handling semi-choppers available in However after one race the EOM tires turned slippery. I have too much going on to ride it frequently and it needs regular attention. It depends on how it's ridden, and who's riding it. Does history repeat itself? The sparks plugs are shaking and about to come out of their holes. motors have been, it's a lot easier to enjoy this bike. What dimensions ? Fortunately this bike's good points out weigh the bad. You do not acquire Thanks, I just bought a 1982 650 CSR with 13,000 miles for $1500. We do our best to cancel orders upon request before our automated system allocates regional inventory. The 650s clutch was used, with stiffer springs and minor revisions to the transmission, essentially strengthening the most-abused gears. This Kawasaki . Got a KZ750e this summer, getting ready to start a major check up, carbs balance etc etc. enough room for most passengers of our acquaintance. 1981 Kawasaki KZ750 LTD Ignition Advancer (Fits: 1981 . ALL-CRAP, CANT EVEN SEE THE ENGINE AS WAYYYYYYYYYY TO MUCH PLASTIC COVERING IT. If economy was on the riders mind, he could buy the KZ440 twin. nicer. While the days of Rule Britannia were over, there was still a sizeable community of riders who wanted a big twin. It depends on how it's ridden, and who's rid ingit. Carburation was always spot on. What engine size ? Missed shifts and the occasional - click the button below: Complete transmission data: gear ratios, gear ratios, final and primary drive ratios, etc. Automotive. with soft suspensions, the Customs and L models and whathaveyou, suffer more better-than-average handling bike even in LTD trim with the fat rear tire. Unlike some of the semichoppers, this LTD has more chrome and less black than the standard model. Shipping and taxes calculated at checkout. 1981 Kawasaki KZ750-H2 LTD, Mechanic special - Needs carbs cleaned, new battery, brake fluids replaced & steering stem bearings. engine, short front and rear chromed fenders and two-piece stepped seat. Like the difference between 1,015cc and 998cc . Some han dling ability is sacrificed any time a 16 in. it is possible to compare them by viewing the technical specifications in the product web pages of each tyre, . All the bikes now want to put a real low seat height and thats crazy . Turns out not all of the luxo models do the Naturally an LTD must be equipped with leading axle forks. But because of the reduced offset on the triple clamps the Equipped with a 3.25 gal. With its air suction emission system taking care of exhaust emissions, the KZ750 continues to be an excellent run ning engine. Motorcycle Classics tech expert Keith Fellenstein discusses whether a 1981 Kawasaki KZ750 is a good first bike. Did it come with electronic ignition or were they still running points? And that's how the LTD feels. 1982 Kawasaki KZ750N Spectre. E-bay and Z-1 Enteprise should be able to help with the seat cover. There was - click the button below: Check:1981 Kawasaki KZ750 (KZ750-E2) Engine Horsepower/ Torque Curve. And if elephants could fly statues would be in ISBN 978-83-931772-0-2 motorbikecatalog.com The catalog of motorbikes 2018-2023 by PROFESS Pawel ZalAll rights reserved. Violations of copyright will be prosecuted under the fullest extent of the law.The full Terms and Conditions of using this website and database can be found here. The biggest accolades were reserved for its dependability. The engine produces a maximum peak output power of 74.00 HP (54.0 kW) @ 9000 RPM and a maximum torque of . With a kerker header,exhaust,the fastest 750,that i have ever driven,its my 3 rd kawasaki to mt stable of 3 kawasaki, 900 vulcan custom,and a 1600 kawasaki mean streak. out the handling with the bathwater and the secret, we suspect, is the 1968 Royal Enfield Interceptor: Englands Forgotten Twin. With a performance efficiency of 99% @ 20. Flushed out the old brake fluid, made a new split nut that was missing from the throttle cable, and fixed the choke linkage. Suzuki uses the most exaggerated bars on its L models while Yamaha tends to extend its bars far back. Thanks for readingand posting. By comparison, the latest Honda CB750 was a perfectly square 62 x 62mm, for 749cc. Changes to the heads included one-millimeter larger exhaust valves, and little anti-smog vents to keep the EPAcrats at bay. she runs fine, drips a bit of oil here and there but what did i expect. Z 750 LTD KZ 750 E Vers. With a 74 Certainlyour previous Kawasaki was more thor oughly broken in before it was run at the dragstrip and the 18 in. was in styling the LTD will be answered by sales figures a year from now, but we The brakes are good, but with a reservation. You might want to upgrade to conical steering head bears. But not here, as careful fiddling kept the torque max at the 7,500 rpm level, while sizably increasing the horsepower. $26.99. fastest 750 we'd ever tested. Dont feel bad, because the truth is, most people havent. Motorcycle (with a driver) power to weight ratio net: Motorcycle (with a driver) weight to power ratio net: Full engine data: horsepower/torque rpm, etc. The LTD gets more than that, though. VN1500 C3/C4 Vulcan 1500L 96-97. Somewhere in the desert around Vegas (120F day) they must have gotten lose. Test riders had minor complaints about the too-soft suspension, but Kawasaki knew the majority of riders were more interested in comfort than those last four or five degrees of lean angle. tire of I thought this is not a big problem, the pads will mate to the scored rotors. Like that mild mannered reporter for the Daily Planet, Kawasaki's KZ750 LTD doesn't look like the sort of motorcycle that's faster than a speeding bullet and more powerful than a locomotive. With legendary reliability these are bikes that will rack up 100,000 miles with ease and with parts readily (although not always cheaply) available, the R80/7 is a classic you can keep on the road for decades. The major changes, other than the bore-out, were the. instance, but in the world of commuting and riding along open roads the Kawasaki This part is in good shape. I bought a beautiful red KZ750 spring of 81. slightly after the first KZ750s were produced. That, according to After all the LTD, like Customs and Specials and L models, is assumed to be more for show with its stylish small gas tank and stepped two-piece seat and handlebars that say you're not going to Daytona to ride in the Superbike race. Copyright. Excellent fuel economy made it a good choice for commuters, and it was also a competent touring bike, with enough torque to pull mountain passes with ease, regardless of how much gear you packed on it. An interesting tidbit is that this new four-banger was first introduced in South Africa, a relatively small market, but obviously with the intent of allowing the bike to be consumer-tested before releasing it to the United States and Europe. Sold it and bought a CBR600F that was a quantum leap in performance and rider satisfaction. Other parts of the LTD package may or may not suit all riders. This is where the KZ750 came in. It helps to be 65. 1983. Shifting the 750 is one of the more enjoyable tasks a motorcyclist can do. Bikez has a high number of users looking for used bikes. leading axle forks. A weird electrical problem retired my bike. $249.99. Fortunately this bike's good points outweigh the bad. 1979-1980 Kawasaki KZ1000 Z1R Stator. site (including ProfessCars and motorbikecatalog.com) are protected under applicable copyrights, trademarks and other tiller-like steering on the LTD and that interferes with handling control. Its a 45. It's also a at 107.78 mph. (they tell you not to reuse and re-torque spark plugs!) The Kawasaki Kz1000 or Z1000 is a motorcycle made in Japan by Kawasaki , manufacturing commenced in September 1976 for the 1977 model year.The Z1000A1 was an upgraded model to replace the 1976 Kawasaki KZ900 (Z900), which in turn replaced the Z1 launched in 1972 in the Z series. The 1979-1980 Kawasaki KZ1000A KZ 1000A Stator. I bought a 1976 KZ 750 bran new in 1976 for arround 1900 dollors, drove it frome Sebastion Fla to Ashville North Carolinia several times, also to Keywest and halfway to California plus several other places, it was a outstanding bike, never broke down I only changed the oil and plugs got arround 50 miles to the gallon it had the centerstand and the long seat was soft and comforable to ride on all day. An air-adjustable Kayaba fork provided almost six inches of travel, with the firmness up to the rider. This motor alone, even when it was smaller and mounted in the KZ650, was one of the most versatile and dependable engines available and it con tinues to be a satisfying machine in the 750. In 1981 I bought a sensible '76 Honda 550 Four Super Sport which had the classic UJM styling. Certainly our previous Kawasaki was more Introduced in 1976, the KZ750 was the odd-man-out in Kawasaki's lineup, especially considering the new bikes Kawasaki had planned for 1977, which included the 4-cylinder KZ650 and KZ1000. The rear sprocket on the LTD is one tooth smaller, at 32 teeth, to compensate for the smaller diameter rear tire. The two piece seat, while not being all that close to the ground, doesn't have as much padding as the standard KZ750. Man this thing is showroom nice, all original and not a scratch or dent on her. The plush suspension does its part to keep rider comfort high. However, its seat Came unstuck and is not its original stepped ribbed cover. instantly hot or cold and can run without choke as soon as it's started. The standard KZ750 has the most cornering clearance of any of the 750-class bikes and the LTD retains an above-average amount. At least the Kawasaki's incredible mid-range punch is as good as ever, evidenced by the roll-on performance. translation, digital conversion and other matters related to the motorbikecatalog.com 130/90-16 Bridgestone in back, both tubeless and both with raised white letters, Kawasaki KZ750 LTD 1981, Performance Oil Filter by Outlaw Racing. relatively light weight of this bike. Compression damping on the LTD is about half as stiff and even the adjustable Unlike some of the semi-choppers, this LTD Being reasonably powerful, generally good handling and having most of the makings of a comfortable bike, the styling shouldnt let the bike down, and it doesnt. A 74 horsepower 750 Kawasaki had never been one to follow the crowd. But the general demeanor of the engine made the bike a pleasure. At that Other parts of the LTD package may or may not suit all riders. Matched up against those two machines and the carry-over KZ900 four, the 750 didnt quite make sense. Worse things could What mechanical/maintenance things do you guys check often? Compatibility: 1981 Kawasaki KZ1100B1 GPZ. kid's minimotocrosser. 34 mm Emission control:0Emission standard:Cooling system:airSpark plugs per cyl. But the LTD is only part of this bike's heritage. For sale is a 1981 kz750 ltd that has been rebuilt as a caf racer style motorcycle. rear tire is added to a bike, but Bridgestone has been getting Suspension Systems. 1981 offered a choice of two colors: Luminous Gun Blue or the Galaxy Silver . Cam profile was changed The starter motor clutch burned out at 90,000 miles. 1981 Kawasaki KZ750-E. Can the original handle bars be still found? There are both better and worse luxo engine. These allowed four inches of axle travel. models. Styling of the KZ750 was restrained, with a 3.5-gallon gas tank that looked like it was taken from the KZ900 parts bin, a long, mostly flat saddle with a slight rise to the rear but perfect for carrying two, and a restrained little tail fairing that doubled as a storage compartment, accessible by lifting the seat. MC, Read more about the other motorcycles mentioned in this article: 1968 Royal Enfield Interceptor: Englands Forgotten Twin1976-1980 Triumph Bonneville T140V Yamaha XS650 Yamaha TX500 Ten Days with a 1973 BMW R75/5 1977 BMW R100RS. Condition Used; Year 1981; Make Kawasaki; Model KZ750 LTD; Category Standard; Type Motorcycle; Location Lacey, WA; Mileage 42,100; . 1981 Kawasaki KZ750H Ltd; 1981 Kawasaki KZ750H Ltd products. With a 74 horsepower engine powering a 492 lb. ):45.3-54.3 / 32.2-38.7 / 33.1-39.8 / 43mpg (U.S.):37.6-45.2 / 26.8-32.2 / 27.6-33.1 / 35.8km/l:16-19.2 / 11.4-13.7 / 11.7-14.1 / 15.2Driving range(km / miles on tank) extra-urban:275-335 km / 170-205 milescity:195-235 km / 120-145 mileshighway:205-245 km / 125-150 milesaverage combined:263 km / 163 miles. Introduced in 1976, the KZ750 was the odd-man-out in Kawasakis lineup, especially considering the new bikes Kawasaki had planned for 1977, which included the 4-cylinder KZ650 and KZ1000. loving this bike. Home Manufacturer Contact. This baby makes you feel like Ponch from Chips and if kept in the powerband is blisteringly fast, but them 4 big carbs drink gas like a RV but its worth every cent! They require little pressure, aren't prone to fading in normal use and are powerful enough to lock a wheel without difficulty. Early bikes had long mufflers exiting behind the passenger, and although they looked right (except for an ungainly raised seam top and bottom), they strangled the twins exhaust note. gas tank the LTD needs all the 32 teeth, to compensate for the smaller diameter rear tire. The motorbikecatalog.com website is only for the on-line view using the internet browser. Does anyone know anything about the KZ750E with driveshaft. Violations of copyright will be prosecuted under the fullest extent of the law. Model specs Body styles. Kawasaki uses narrower bars but on the 75OLTD there's more rise than other LTDs have. Coupled with the extreme length of the handlebars a rider had better like sitting in the laid back position or he's going to have a backache faster than he can say Easyrider. Specifications. Under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, the content, organization, graphics, design, compilation, magnetic Just a couple of years ago it would have Yes, the plugs at the picture are actually BR7ES (the previous owner installed them who knows when). They work very well, but were very expensive to replace. Can anyone enlighten me on the ignition? Normally the vacuum-operated petcock had to be switched to Bikez.biz has an efficient motorcycle classifieds. This is the year during which the Gpzs made the jump towards "sportbikes", while the KZ line branched off as "sport cruisers". VN1500 E1-E7 Vulcan 1500 CLASSIC 98-04. bolting on of 34mm Keihin constant-velocity carburetors, and the use of a transistorized ignition. proprietary (including but not limited to intellectual property) rights. The 74-year-old Irishman was riding a 900SS as part of Ducatis celebration of Mike Hailwoods historic comeback in the 1978 F1TT. The difference in terminal speed, particularly, indicates noticeably less horsepower. Looks good rides good. Of course theres also the small teardrop tank and the short mufflers and the different gauges and headlight shell. site. This model can be distinguished by the three horizontal stripes along the gas tank and tailpiece, orange, red and . Okay, done and set the LTD apart from the other decorator motorcycles. If you were headed for a drag strip, a competent lightweight rider would see low 12s and over 100 mph in the quarter-mile, beating out (barely) the CB750F. Mileage could be less than 40 mpg when ridden in a sprightly fashion, less than 30 when ridden hard. I remember the 1980 Kawasaki 750 LTD very well. because of the loss of cornering clearance. Any takers call me, its a new mexico bike, every day driver. Kawasaki Kz750 Ltd. January 1 1981. bars but on the 750LTD there's more rise than other LTDs have. This will of course retard the ignition and cause overheating; The resultant leak at the base of the cylinders had me pull the top end. Rear Shock Absorbers. Our last Detailed Specs. The rear portion of Outlaw oil filter is designed to meet or exceed OEM oil filters specs while offering longer life with comparable filters. from 60 mph and a 36 ft. stopping distance from 30 mph are almost identical to bike more KZ750 or LTD? slow the LTD's steering down to more normal responses. Surely a motorcycle that does the quar ter mile in the mid twelves isn't a slow motorcycle. without speed governor) Accelerations: 0-80 km/h (sec):3.10-100 km/h (sec):4.20-160 km/h (sec):11.40-200 km/h (sec):0-300 km/h (sec): 0-50 mph (sec):3.10-60 mph (sec):40-100 mph (sec):11.50-150 mph (sec):0-200 mph (sec):Drag times: 0- 1/4mile (sec):12.80- 1km (sec):24.7 Full performance data, accelerations chart, acceleration on gears, speed range on gears, overtaking factors etc:1981 Kawasaki KZ750 (KZ750-E2) Detailed Accelerations, Performance Review Fuel consumptionsimulation based on the European type of traffic (mileage)extra-urban / city / highway / average combined:l/100km:5.2-6.2 / 7.3-8.8 / 7.1-8.5 / 6.6mpg (imp. - click the button below: How fast is this motorbike ? View Results Availability In Stock Only (161) Ride Types ATV (25) Dirt Bike . And now that the suspension and frame are as competent as the Kawasaki motors have been, it's a lot easier to enjoy this bike. Combined with a firm suspension and a low center of gravity, theres no question but the R80/7 was the better handling machine of the two. And one final suggestion; there ought to be an easier way to that of the standard KZ750, but the Honda 750 Custom managed stops from 130 ft. Then this used 1981 Kawasaki KZ750 LTD could be perfect for you! two-piece design it's possible to retain the stepped look while raising the Exactly why may have KZ750 4Cyl. Read about the 6-cylinder powerplant found in the legendary Honda CBX, Ton-Up Club: 1961 Velocette Venom 500 Clubman. Clement Salvadori. Examples of the direct competition of Kawasaki KZ750 (KZ750-E2) in 1981: (all performance data from ProfessCars simulation, top speed theor. The other models with soft suspen sions, the Customs and L models and whathaveyou, suffer more because of the loss of cornering clearance. Some product and company names mentioned on this site may be trademarks of their respective owners. Was running fine but has not been started in about a year. These were the same mufflers as found on the 650. Handlebars are the first thing we'd change though this doesn't mean the LTD styling has to go. I had an 80 and it was real easy for riders to get burned by the pipe the wider seat may have made a difference.