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The obvious evolution of the KZ900, the Kawasaki KZ1000 was another straight line brute that got a heavier crankshaft along with the displacement bump. You could get the bike with chain or shaft drive, but either form could top 130 miles per hour.
For the 1979 model, Kawasaki claimed 93 horsepower and 65 foot-pounds of torque.
Kawasaki also offered a cruiser-inspired “LTD” version which was assembled in Nebraska for the US and Canadian markets. Highlights of the changes included mag wheels, smaller tank, chrome trim pieces, different shocks, pull back handlebars, stepped seat, center stand delete, and a different exhaust.
Manufactured in March of 1979, this example is VIN: KZT00B522088. The seller purchased it six years ago from a private party in British Columbia.
During his ownership, the seller has covered 166 kilometers. The odometer shows 65,466 kilometers (40,678 miles).
Maintenance:
New battery.
The seller notes a “slow oil leak from left motor side cover. Hydraulic fluid needs replacing. Engine oil and filter need replacing.”
Our partners at Dreamcycle inspected the bike and have provided the following condition report:
Modifications:
Kerker exhaust.
Low handlebars.
Pod air filters.
Windshield.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on MAKE/MODEL tires with date codes of 4319 and 4519.
The sale includes 1 ignition key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Both upper windshield mounts are broken, scratches on exhaust, spider webbing in side cover paint, chips and faded paint on tank, front fender and rear tail section, worn paint and chips on motor. paint missing on front brake master cylinder.”
Currently located in Sorrento, British Columbia, Canada, this Kawasaki is offered on a clean British Columbia registration. Have any KZ1000 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
