1979 Kawasaki KZ1000-B3 LTD

Description

Up for auction is a very well preserved 1979 Kawasaki KZ1000-B3 LTD with low miles. Those of you who grew up in the '70's remember that the KZ1000's were the terrors of the boulevard and the LTD was the stylish factory cruiser version of the KZ1000 offered by Kawasaki. If you recall, he 1979 model was the last LTD model with a speedometer that read 160 miles per hour. From there on, he dreaded '80's came with smogger bikes and lower performance. When I was a teenager, he 1979 LTD was my dream bike. I bought this bike on eBay about 10 years ago and rode it very conservatively. I think I put approximately 6,000 miles on it since I purchased it. A few years ago, experienced some health issues and was forced to park the bike. It has sat in storage since until this summer when I decided it was time to sell. I have too much going on and far too many other motorcycles in my collection to give this bike the attention that it deserves. It is time to find it a new home.
Now for the good: It has never been outside in the weather. I have always kept it in a climate controlled garage. It has had regular seasonal maintenance when I was riding it and suffers no damage history. The engine ran very strong up to the day I parked it. The transmission and clutch worked flawlessly with every shift. All electrical worked perfectly before it was parked. I did buy a new battery for it recently and all electrical works great. Electric start fired up the engine with no problems recently. The inside of the gas tank was coated with Dameon RedCoat a few years ago and is fairly clean in spite of sitting for a few years. Tires not rotted but they do have some miles on them. Front tire is good. The back tire is fair. Sprockets are in good shape. Disk brakes are good. The bike does have a 4-in-1 Vance & Hines header pipe on it. However, do have the factory twin LTD exhaust pipes that will go with the bike if the new owner wants them. While they are not dented or bent, hey will need to be rechromed since the chrome is pealing off. Also for you LTD buffs out there, our keen eye will notice that there is a center stand on this bike (see pictures). The factory LTD did not come with a center stand due to interference with the LTD dual exhaust configuration. So, ust remember, f you have plans to restore this bike to original factory condition, he center stand must go if you want to run the factory twin exhaust. The stand simply unbolts.
Now for the "needs work" category, ere are the known issues with this bike:

The bike sat for about 3 years. The bike will start and run but only while applying full choke. The bike does not idle and dies unless the choke is on. The engine does not run smoothly due to the carb issues. So, xpect to spend time cleaning and rebuilding the carburetors.

The rear brake master cylinder is leaking and will need to be rebuilt. Otherwise, he brake disks and calipers are in good shape.

The seat cover is separating at the seams. So, ou might plan to have a new seat cover installed.

The rear tire is fair, ut I would plan on putting a new tire on before riding it regularly.

Paint overall is good but do expect some blemishes. Some small chips. The tank paint is great. Inside of tank is fairly clean. Side covers are really good. Badges are good. Overall, he frame finish is fairly good but there are some places where the finish is blemished. Don't expect perfection from a 36 year old machine.

Header exhaust is blued.

I have decided to sell this bike and a few others that I own since I have been riding less and less each year and can no longer justify the expense and effort of maintaining them as I get older. I just have too much going on with no time to spare. So, omeone will get a great opportunity to take over ownership of a truly fine machine.

What you get with this auction:

• The 1979 Kawasaki KZ1000-B3 LTD motorcycle as shown in the photos
• Factory documentation including owner's manual and service manuals
• Factory LTD exhaust pipes (if new owner wants them)
• Dust cover
• One ignition key and one seat lock key (no spares)
• Bill of Sale
• Clear Missouri Title

Now for the legal stuff. Please read carefully!This is a used motorcycle. It is being sold as-is, here-is with no stated or implied warranties. I have done my best to accurately describe the overall condition of this machine. The buyer (or buyer's agent) may exercise the option to come and inspect the vehicle first-hand prior to the close of this auction or placing their bid. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ask all questions concerning this machine before placing a bid. Don't assume anything! All sales are final. I will not accept returns if it turns out to be something you didn't like. Please do your research on this model before bidding!
Your bid is a bid to buy and the winning bid is a binding agreement. No excuses. (Make sure that you obtain your spouse's permission to buy this machine before you commit your bid.)
This auction is open to bidders in North America only! New buyers with zero feedback must email me for permission to bid before placing their bid. If not, reserve the right to cancel bids from buyers with zero or excessive negative feedback. This is a reserve auction. In fairness to all who bid in this auction, willnotreveal the reserve price. Moreover, willnotend the auction early so please don't ask in either case.
This is local pickup only. Be advised, his is a very heavy machine. It weighs over 530 lbs. It is exclusively the responsibility of the buyer to make all shipping arrangements. I cannot deliver. I cannot crate. Shipping agent must be able to come to my location at a prearranged time for pickup. Make sure that the shipping agent can also transport the extra items stated above in the listing that come with this auction.I will not ship those items separately. For best results, recommend that you take delivery in person. Fuel is as inexpensive as it is going to be so take advantage of this fact and plan a personal trip.
At the close of this auction, he winning bidder must submit a $200 deposit via PayPal within 48 hours of the close of this auction. Final payment must be made withinoneweek of the close of auction. Otherwise, uyer forfeits deposit and the bike will be re-listed. If the Buyer pays with a certified bank check or money order, will not release the bike until my bank indicates that the funds from that check are available. This can take a few business days so don't forget to factor this in to your transportation plans. Naturally, ash or money wire will expedite the closure of this sale. Buyer must take delivery withintwoweeks of auction close. I cannot store or assume responsibility for the safety of this vehicle beyond that. It is the buyer's responsibility to secure adequate insurance from the point of sale and exchange of title to protect buyer's investment from the time ownership is transferred.
All sales are final. Questions?

Also published at eBay.com