1978 Kawasaki KZ650SR in Onawa, Iowa

$715

For your consideration is this 1978 Kawasaki KZ650D1, VIN number KZ75. Odometer reads 20,465 and the bike does run. However, it will need some work before it is ridden. Right now, it starts great and runs as long as the choke is on. Personally, I think it is because the factory airbreather assembly is gone and the previous owner put after-market air filters on. The factory vacuum hoses and crankcase ventilator are not hooked up. With the choke on, it runs and sounds great. the second you throttle it, it dies. This bike was manufactured 3/1978. Bike has 652cc (38.8 cu in) engine with 4 cylinders, 4 stroke, and DOHC (Dual Overhead Cam), with a top speed of 115 mph.  This model also has dual disc brakes on front. Bikes were made from 1978 to 1983 and it weighs 493 lbs. dry weight. Cycle World May 1, 1978, shows they got from 42 mpg to 56 mpg depending on conditions. Also, said they did qtr. mile in 12.68 sec @ 100.89 mph.I have the original key for ignition, helmet/under seat access and front steering lock. Bike has electric start which is working fine. I have put nothing but high-octane premium gasoline through it (NO ethanol).There are a few very minor issues that will need attention: The blue tape on rt side is the rear brake light switch, needs a working one.  The seat is starting to tear and has been taped (pictured). Both tires are decent but are starting to weather check. I had the rear tire off to fix a rim leak. Cleaned the chain and greased axle same time. The bike mostly sat inside since 2003. Did not take much to get it fired up besides clean gas. Carbs probably have some varnish in them and need serviced. It is hard to tell but I believe tank was repainted or swapped out. The red of tank seems a bit different than fenders. I have pictured the owner's manual and 4 air filters, which go with the bike.The bike has a good title signed by previous owner but not dated. This motorcycle is located just outside Onawa, Iowa. I am about 1 1/2 mile from the Interstate 29 exit at Onawa. Previously, people have picked up bikes from me and are usually in and out in less than 20 mins. I have tried to upload a video of this bike running but it fails to upload. I will continue to try. If you want to see the video,message me and I will try to send it through eBay messaging.Local pickup is preferred. All shipping questions, research, etc. are the responsibility of the buyer. I will assist in meeting your shipper and helping to load bike on your arranged transportation. Thank you for your consideration and good luck with bidding!


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