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Thank you guys! Really appreciate the kind words! I did not ever get the VM24s to run right, even after multiple rebuilds and tunes. I can say that the CR29s are amazingly smooth but if you open them up it’ll scream! I notice that the throttle response is crisp and that it just wants to be...

I did have Teddy boyko do the heads and we raised compression to around 12:1. New pistons and rings but that’s about it for the motor. Wanted to keep it fairly stock for reliability. And I know I know.....shocks and a fork brace would be ideal! But it’s looking like it’s going to a new home...

Forgot to add the link! Haha! here it is! LINK: https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0q5ejO17IuvYM

Wow guys. It has been a while! I figured I would update everyone here since the build is COMPLETE! Yes, complete. I have re-done everything and now this bike absolutely RIPS! It feels good knowing that its all wrapped up. Highlights include: -CR29 carbs (YUP!) -Starter upgrade (went to the one...

fork brace is on the list, but you don't need fenders in CA haha!

Well I'm like 98% there! Everything is installed and working properly together! I got the new jets installed (17.5 slow, 118 mains per all the forum scavenging I've done) but it seems it just doesn't want to idle. Not enough fuel getting to the motor. The petcock is the new vacuum one from Z1...

Re: 79 Kawasaki KZ650 - Need Paint Input Yo I LOVE the green! I'm heading down the Bullet Mustang green route myself. I also think the Gold will give it a really solid pop! Are you going to fill in the holes on the tank for the badges then? So excited to see it all together!

The bike is alive! Got it started but still need to fine tune jets. All electrical is solid and running. And seat is at my upholstery guy and should have it all by the end of the week! Photos attached! Its in its final push, so hopefully I can get on it this week!

I've read that too. I've kept everything stock for now as far as fork and shocks go. I'd like to preserve the stock geometry. If anything I've just made the whole thing lighter so hopefully it'll be a hair more nimble bike.

I found it on eBay for $10 they're all over. Here's one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-Horn-Turn-Signal-Light-Switch-For-7-8-Handlebar-ATV-Offroad-Sport-/111802248519?hash=item1a07eeed47 And good call on the Shinkos! I feel like they have quite a bit of grip on road. They ride a bit rough...

Thanks!!

Its been a bit of time since I updated this! The NX has gotten some sweet upgrades. Mainly in the form of a sick new shock from Penske. I also made a new side panel and new rear fender, the old one from a ducati scrambler project has since been lost to the 10 Freeway haha. Little bits and bobs...

Been a bit since I updated this but I made some major headway on the KZ. The motor is back in the bike and has all fresh new parts! New pistons, rings, clips, valves, guides, seats, head was shaved by 0.020" and everything is ultra clean! Boyko Racing really helped me get the head all sorted...

Made a bit of progress on the NX. I FINALLY finally got the intake manifold to replace the cracked one. I double checked jetting....annnd still having issues at idle. Next step is to recheck the valves to make sure nothing is out of spec. I was able to make a fender out of a scrambler fender...

I've looked into the m-units but man they are spendy! The Eastern beaver option looks pretty good! I ended up buying a flexible LED tail with integrated signals in it, so I'll wire those in with an upgraded relay for the LED flasher. Decisions decisions...It's turning into a bit of a money...