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"Project Wilson" 1977 KZ1000A Full Story 

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This is the continuation of “Project Wilson,” the 1977 KZ1000A that I purchased from my friend's estate. It was changed into an LTD back in the day, because that was the thing to do. We did a semi-custom restoration, changing it back to a KZ1000A. We ran into a lot of problems along the way, as we often do with projects such as this, but we think it turned out pretty nice for a fun every-day rider or a great start to an exceptional restore. The unusual paint scheme sets this bike apart. It just so happens that we are launching this video on what would have been Wilson’s birthday.

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@TrustyZ900
@TrustyZ900 3 года назад
Had a 77 KZ1000 in 78. I rode it hard , but took good care of it. Put a Kerker on it, oil cooler, etc. The Kawasaki mechanic I knew said it was one of the fastest stock 1000s he had ridden.Brought it to local dragstrip and ran 11.8 at 109. Fastfor that time period. Not bad for the 1st run. I remembe r going after GS 1000s, XS 11s, and Kawi Mach 4s and took them all. Freedom to do so , without the Gestapo behind every tree. The 70s were the last decade that didn't include millions of arrogant nobodys trying to run you down. I wish I had a time machine.
@markh4763
@markh4763 5 лет назад
I used to have one of these back in the day - no one could keep up with me. They are bad ass!!!
@philipstubbs2432
@philipstubbs2432 2 года назад
Watched it ages ago and was Great to watch again!
@dwheeler016
@dwheeler016 3 месяца назад
Nice job.
@kriskirby1387
@kriskirby1387 5 лет назад
nice bike..love the paint.
@patrickloughridge2420
@patrickloughridge2420 5 лет назад
Thanks for another great video of old Kaw brought back by Johnny and the crew!!!
@marco-58
@marco-58 2 года назад
Just happened to buy a 1978 KZ1000 LTD today to convert to stock KZ,(Cheaper than a stock KZ), then discovered this 2 year old vid. Perfect day! (In UK). Thanks Johnny, love all your vids, and them Zeds, sorry, Zeez.
@llewvirtue861
@llewvirtue861 5 лет назад
He goes alright old Kenny, looks like you both having fun
@krystalstarrett6760
@krystalstarrett6760 2 года назад
Good work gyes. Love to bring you my 1982 LTD 1000...SOME DAY WHEN I have the money. For now I'll keep enjoying your videos.
@robertbruning1510
@robertbruning1510 5 лет назад
Wow! the memories! I worked at a Kawasaki dealership from 76' till 82' Rode ,wrentched,raced,...and crashed so many..Z1 and KZ1000s I still want it!
@davidleland8729
@davidleland8729 5 лет назад
Really nice bike!
@salmonslayer49
@salmonslayer49 5 лет назад
I've had several KZ 650s and a couple KZ 900s and you cant beat the sound of a Kawi 4 and a Kerker IMO. I like bikes like this, made to ride and not stress over a complete resto.
@benben8785
@benben8785 5 лет назад
Really great my friend :-)
@dodibenabba1378
@dodibenabba1378 5 лет назад
Beautiful bike
@fabianaloisio811
@fabianaloisio811 Год назад
Una verdadera joya!! Por favor, espero que alguna vez vuelvan a fabricar estas verdaderas obras de arte!!
@eric12137
@eric12137 5 лет назад
sounds great
@llewvirtue861
@llewvirtue861 5 лет назад
Well done boys
@aspectcarl
@aspectcarl 5 лет назад
Love it 👍
@williams2652
@williams2652 5 лет назад
That is a nice bike
@unclequack5445
@unclequack5445 5 лет назад
Johnny I like the blacked out exhaust.
@bennyjacobo1977
@bennyjacobo1977 Год назад
I owned a 1976 kawasaki kz900 back and 1980 when I was younger I bought it and a motorcycle dealer use with 38.985 miles $1.190 dollars down Total of 3.290 gorgeous and beautiful bike midnight blue color with corker 4 to one pipe bazooka it was loud I think about it and I crie whenever I see it here on pictures exactly like this one but different color I miss the bike I had it for 12 years I sold it for 600 hundreds dollars and 1992 I wish I can get one but I'm to old born 1958
@frslas
@frslas 5 лет назад
I'll take it!
@daves.projects
@daves.projects 5 лет назад
nice build. got a question maybe you know. i'm working on a 83 gpz and on the frame there is this small pipe welded to the frame right near the clutch cable adjuster. it shows this pipe on the diagram of the frame so its not something someone welded on. the pipe has no threads. do you know what this pipe is for?
@theozman38
@theozman38 5 лет назад
I’d like to get ahold of a older Kawasaki like this. Just to have one to take out when I don’t wanna be on my modern Z1000. Wish list would be you guys to move to Nebraska. Near Lincoln. Lol.
@justinstrange5945
@justinstrange5945 4 года назад
Glad I found this video! Just picked up an 82' KZ1100D project build. I dubbed it it "Operation Spectre." Can anyone tell me if the KZ1100/KZ1000 factory manual works with the Spectre other than the shaft drive/air suspension aspect of it or does a guy really need the 1100D manual? Checked some forums and no luck finding much. I know enough to know that I know nothing and this is my first attempt at a full project build so I'm learning as I go with this one.
@user-wo3tp5bx5r
@user-wo3tp5bx5r 5 лет назад
Классный олдскульный аппарат !)))
@Johnnysvintage
@Johnnysvintage 5 лет назад
Александр Спасибо за просмотр.
@petereastwood7868
@petereastwood7868 5 лет назад
I had an early USA made 1977 KZ1000A1 and it did not have the seat catch-bar. I think that it was a US-made-frame thing, because my Japanese made bike did have the catch bar. Also, your bike should have a round front master cylinder. The trapezoidal m/c was 1978 and later.
@llewvirtue861
@llewvirtue861 5 лет назад
Johnny look up on the net red, white and blue fuel tank lining product, Australian product, exceptional
@craigkaschan4822
@craigkaschan4822 5 лет назад
KZ 1000 instead of Z1000 in Australia had duel disc on the front. Chrome or stainless pipes and original paint would have been nice.
@glockstitch
@glockstitch 5 лет назад
Hi I’ve been watching your vids for a while now and love what you do to these bikes. Personally I have a 1984 zn700 from kawasaki that I would love for you guys to restore. I ride it daily, it leaks pretty bad, but all in all, as my first vehicle I never want to lose her. So I need your help. What should I do
@YTjndallas
@YTjndallas 5 лет назад
What is the header brand on this bike? I love the sound of it!!
@cruelty6368
@cruelty6368 5 лет назад
Kerker. I have the same pipe on my 78.
@vicster6243
@vicster6243 4 года назад
KZ1000A1 1977 had front brake caliper in front of the forkleg and a round front brake master cylinder. Perhaps this is a KZ1000A2 from 1978? Or a '77 with some later parts? Nice bike anyway and the sound is glorious.
@Johnnysvintage
@Johnnysvintage 4 года назад
Good eye. We kind of put this together with parts Wilson left behind
@michaeljdubay8423
@michaeljdubay8423 3 года назад
Tach should be a 9K redline for 77
@robertbrandywine
@robertbrandywine 5 лет назад
These old Kawasakis never seem to have bent shifter forks or broken gears -- at least you have never shown any.
@llewvirtue861
@llewvirtue861 5 лет назад
That will be nice, Ltd yuk
@annlefrancois5960
@annlefrancois5960 4 года назад
After what you guys did and the bike is gorgeous. How much did it sell for.
@Johnnysvintage
@Johnnysvintage 4 года назад
I think we got around 5000 for it
@workingboat
@workingboat 5 лет назад
Original exhausts would have been a nice touch
@roguewarr4662
@roguewarr4662 5 лет назад
They were great riding bikes ...This should sell for around 3.800 to 5.500
@robertbrandywine
@robertbrandywine 5 лет назад
The market has gone way up on these, plus they had to replace the cases.
@roguewarr4662
@roguewarr4662 5 лет назад
@@robertbrandywine ,9-12k for a mint restored.this bike is far from that ,BUT you are right ,prices have gone north
@williespoonemore3392
@williespoonemore3392 5 лет назад
dam fast smoker craft lol
@llewvirtue861
@llewvirtue861 5 лет назад
A little bit of patina is good johnny
@grantsewell782
@grantsewell782 4 года назад
I have a Z1000 2016 now I want one of these I rode one when I was 15 years old does anyone know how much horsepower it had in the day?
@TrustyZ900
@TrustyZ900 3 года назад
83 as I recall on the brochure
@MrTechnofear2010
@MrTechnofear2010 5 лет назад
Am I the only one who noticed how much cooler a 70's Kawasaki looked without that ridiculous ducktail?
@cugxsruj.gvfhtgvhdff5769
@cugxsruj.gvfhtgvhdff5769 3 года назад
That looks dumb as fuck without that tail
@michaeljdubay8423
@michaeljdubay8423 3 года назад
and wrong front reservoir. S/B round
@MikeWhite-kt7hz
@MikeWhite-kt7hz 5 лет назад
its lean on one pot
@theozman38
@theozman38 5 лет назад
Let me guess. Sold?? !!
@Johnnysvintage
@Johnnysvintage 5 лет назад
Nope, seriously just click on the link that will take you to the auction and the latest bidding.
@llewvirtue861
@llewvirtue861 5 лет назад
Surely you did not do a hundred miles in the driveway
@Johnnysvintage
@Johnnysvintage 5 лет назад
Of course not. Usually in Ohio this time of year we have to work around the rain storms, but our intention is to always put some miles on to work out any potential problems.
@marvingross8151
@marvingross8151 5 лет назад
IMHO an airbox would be way better looking than those pods
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