1974 Kawasaki Z1 Pops Yoshimura

1974 Kawasaki Z1

Frame VIN: Z1F-20325

Engine VIN: Z1E-20348

This bike is located about 6 hours from Mid Ohio.

Please feel free to call if you have questions: 276-728-6496

Scroll to end of description for close-up photos. I also have over 62 photos of the actual restoration available.

Here is an absolutely stunning 1974 model Z1 with a very low VIN. It is number 325 off of the assembly line for the 1974 model. This bike is such an early model that in fact it was actually manufactured in July, 973. The VIN on the frame, ngine, nd title match as they should and it has a clear South Carolina title. I have owned this bike for several years now and it has just had a recent restoration. Everything on this bike works as it did when brand new. The engine runs perfectly from idle to redline. The engine does not smoke and there is no abnormal noise.This bike handles great and accelerates quickly with lots of power. The frame is straight and never altered.Without a doubt the successful bidder will enjoy owning this beautiful motorcycle!

Pops Yoshimura

This bike comes with a very rare period correct Pops Yoshimura 4 – 1 header. This header was on this bike when I bought it. This highly sought after header is in exceptionally good condition. It is one of the early Pops Yoshimura headers with brazed on collars on the head pipes, ndicative of when he first got started. Beautiful header! Awesome sound! I can install a new stock reproduction exhaust if your country requires a stock exhaust system due to import regulations, for an additional fee of course).

Dunlop Gold Seal Tires

The Kawasaki Z1 came new from the factory with Dunlop Gold Seal tires, 6 front and K87 rear. I was fortunate enough, and with enough cash) to obtain a set of Dunlop Gold Seal tires from a 1973 model bike that was salvaged in 1973 with less than 500 miles on it. These tires have been stored in climate control all these years and they are still soft and pliable with no cracks and no defects! These tires are unobtainable today. This bike comes with original Dunlop Gold Seal Tires as it did when it was brand new!

Professional Restoration

This bike received a thorough restoration and meticulous attention went into every detail. Nothing was rushed and nothing was overlooked. This bike was in good condition before the restoration, not rusty abused junk). Every effort was made not to over-restore this bike. The tank and body set are original paint with light patina. Most parts on this bike are original including all of the correct date codes. I have hundreds of photos that document every detail of the restoration. In fact I will include a nice PowerPoint slide show of the restoration.

The Superbike

In the spirit of how most of us remember, et-up, nd rode these bikes back in the day, his bike comes with the period correct mild performance upgrades, .e. the Pops Yoshimura header, od filters, nd superbike bars. It would not be difficult nor expensive to put this bike back to 100% stock. Personally I like it better just the way it is.

FRAME

The bike was disassembled all the way to the frame. The original paint was completely stripped off, entle media blasting to bare metal, nd the frame was inspected. The frame is original, traight and complete with no repairs. The frame was professionally repainted, ot powder coated.

ENGINE

The enginestarts and runs better than when it was new, Dyna Ignition!). The engine does not leak any fluid and it does not smoke. The engine sounds good, o abnormal sounds. There are no cracks, o damage – no repairs, o busted fins.

The engine has just received a complete professional tune-up and inspection:

• Valve clearance checked, o adjustment was needed - all valves were at factory specs
• Timing chain tensioner adjusted
• New Dyna Ignition
• Timing set to factory specs
• New spark plugs
• New plug wires and caps
• Oil and filter changed
• Carburetors synchronized
• Clutch adjusted

CARBURETORS

The carbs were just recently professionally cleaned and restored to new condition and they are properly jetted for the Pops Yoshimura Header and pod filters.

• Complete new carb kits
• Bench synchronized and then synchronized on the bike with vacuum gauges
• Properly jetted
• No flat spots, o leaks, o problems

CONTROLS

Original controls with correct date codes were completely disassembled and restored. New heat shrink material applied to the original control wire looms.

INSTRUMENTS

The original speedometer and tachometer have been professionally restored.

WHEELS

The wheels have been inspected and restored with new spokes, aint and or polish. The original rims have the correct date codes, ery nice chrome and no rust.

SEAT

This is the original seat. The seat cover, an and foam are all original. The seat was disassembled and the pan was media blasted and painted. Very nice presentation.

FENDERS

The fenders are original with original chrome. They are very nice with no rust and no dings.

FORKS

The forks were completely disassembled, leaned and inspected. New seals and fork oil installed.

OTHER DETAILS

• New brake shoes and pads
• Original caliper and master cylinder resealed
• New wire harness
• New battery
• Original gas tank is very clean inside, not sealed)
• Fast
• Fun
• Header sounds awesome
• Always draws a crowd of envious, rooling vintage bike fans
• 53,088 miles and still running incredibly strong

CONTACT

• Please feel free to contact me with any questions 276-728-6496

SHIPPING

• Buyer obtains and pays for shipping
• I would be glad to help coordinate shipping and loading the bike on my end
• Bike is located in Independence, A 24348
• Local pick up here in Independence, A 24348 is fine also

TRANSACTION

• Cash or electronic transfer from your bank to my account. Bike is available for pickup after the money has cleared my bank

Also published at eBay.com