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3778
Hi all, Anyone know the difference between NGK BP6ES and NGK BP7ES plugs? Thanks! Vance...
suz_re5a
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Jul 1, 2006
11:32 pm
3779
Heat range. I personally do not like NGK plugs so have no experience which is hotter and which is colder. My experience is NGK will foul in less than 300 miles...
LC the Nightrider
larry_colin
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Jul 2, 2006
12:05 am
3780
Thanks! I have always been a fan of Bosch. Which ones have you been using? ... which ... less than ... you listed...
suz_re5a
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Jul 2, 2006
12:15 am
3781
I will try to look and see if I can get the number and then will email you. Larry Colin...
LC the Nightrider
larry_colin
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Jul 2, 2006
12:17 am
3782
... worst and now I use BPR5ES a hotter plug seem to be better but I got ot clean them after every ride do you know what is the # of the bosh who replace the...
Nery Mclaughlin
m2426021148
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Jul 2, 2006
2:10 pm
3783
... injection I dont know if on the bosch plug if you can take off that little cap on top or maybe I can change the wire but very expensif $38.00 each and the...
Nery Mclaughlin
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Jul 2, 2006
2:25 pm
3784
The correct bosch plug for the 1300 Kaw is a bosch platnum number WR8DP. This is the correct heat range and works for well over 10000 miles. I believe I now...
LC the Nightrider
larry_colin
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Jul 3, 2006
11:07 am
3785
Thanks Guys! Yeah, my bike had the BP7ES which is a non resistor, cooler plug (I think). I pulled them out and they almost looked like they came out of a two...
suz_re5a
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Jul 3, 2006
7:35 pm
3786
Always use never seize on the threads as you have a steel plug and going into an aluminum head. When you try to get that plug back out be sure to use some...
LC the Nightrider
larry_colin
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Jul 3, 2006
8:16 pm
3787
... Thank you larry for the information I will try bosch plugs and let you know ... WR8DP. ... I ... starting ... that...
Nery Mclaughlin
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Jul 3, 2006
11:13 pm
3788
What are the best replacement shocks for my 80 KZ1300? Thanks, Stan...
standavey
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Jul 4, 2006
2:14 am
3789
I have heard of people using progressive rear shocks. I don't know what model....
suz_re5a
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Jul 4, 2006
4:48 am
3790
I used progressive. If you have bags and trunk use the heavy duty and if plain then use standard. Progressive has the correct listing. Just go by their...
LC the Nightrider
larry_colin
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Jul 4, 2006
6:13 am
3791
Thanks Larry, I went to the progressive site and they don't list a KZ1300. Do you know the model number? I have a 80 standard. Stan ... and if ... go by ... ...
standavey
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Jul 4, 2006
2:36 pm
3792
In terms of weight a CBX or a GL1000 would be close to a KZ1300. Height is a whole different issue. I read a comment by David Ewing about being careful not to...
suz_re5a
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Jul 4, 2006
5:18 pm
3793
Thank you suz_re5a <W_Vance_Stanley@...> wrote: In terms of weight a CBX or a GL1000 would be close to a KZ1300. Height is a whole different...
Stan Davey
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Jul 4, 2006
6:55 pm
3794
FYI, Just updated my tech article on my engine stand - http://www.kz1300.com/techarticles/z1300-engine-stand.html showing a Voyager engine I was testing on it....
David Ewing
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Jul 4, 2006
8:48 pm
3795
Thanks David! They have some interesting accessories. I am particularly curious about the velocity stacks (at least I think they are velocity stacks). I have...
suz_re5a
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Jul 4, 2006
10:43 pm
3796
I could not find any K & N that would mount to the back of the KZ 1300 carbs. And the change would really mess up the carb workings. The jetting would be...
LC the Nightrider
larry_colin
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Jul 5, 2006
2:19 am
3797
Nope. Your probably right. It is curious however, that they several examples of 1300's with running with apparently no air box. I wonder what these bikes run...
suz_re5a
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Jul 5, 2006
7:22 am
3798
couled someone give me a rough price for a kz1300 with full ferring,,,rebuilt carbs,,,,running,,,,and a spare engine and frame,,,,,,,,these are both for sale...
rick nopecht
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Jul 6, 2006
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3799
Sir, Where are you located ? ... From: rick nopecht <freeflight61@...> To: kz1300@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wed, 5 Jul 2006 23:05:15 -0700 (PDT) Subject:...
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Jul 6, 2006
12:45 pm
3800
i am located in montreal quebec,,,,,,,,,,these two bikes are presently in my garage,,,i can take some photos if anyone wouled be interested,,,,,,the bike that...
rick nopecht
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Jul 6, 2006
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3801
Wondering if anyone knows of a good shop in the D/FW TX area that has the capability of completely rebuilding a KZ1300 motor. Mine's in less- than-stellar...
franknbikr
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Jul 10, 2006
12:14 pm
3802
Hi All, I thought I read from somone that the emissions unit that is under the 79 tank (it looks like a big Evaporative return unit) is not needed. Can any...
suz_re5a
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Jul 10, 2006
7:31 pm
3803
Hi, Guess I need to read more before I bark off questions. It is discussed in the the KZ1300.com FAQ. Its referred to a fresh air system and may be plugged if...
suz_re5a
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Jul 10, 2006
10:31 pm
3804
Two mystery trends with KZ1300's. Can anyone tell me why? 1. Many Kz1300's are missing the under seat tool tray. Since this is also the top of the air filter...
Dave
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Jul 12, 2006
1:41 am
3805
1. because they took it off to spray either when it wouldn't start so many times they stopped putting it back on! 2. You got it! ggggGary former KZ13 rider...
gary
ggoetz111
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Jul 12, 2006
1:52 am
3806
Blaine, It's been a long time ago, but Kawasaki of Fort Worth, back in '82 when they were located on Jacksboro Highway did some work on one of my KZ1300's, but...
David Kaszubski
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Jul 12, 2006
2:43 am
3807
So do you have the engine out? Could you get it to Austin texas? What is wrong with the engine now? I have 27 years experience on the KZ1300 and over 35 years...
LC the Nightrider
larry_colin
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Jul 12, 2006
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