Kawasaki Z1 build date 11/72
Registered as a 1973 Kawasaki Z1 this pristine bike has a build date of 11/72 and a low VIN number 2568.
The first of the superbikes and the one that de-throned the Honda CB750. The ever iconic early Z1.
This is a very comprehensive restoration / rebuild featuring a professionally built engine by Pit Stop Performance in Florida.
Carburetors were rebuilt and refurbished by Wired George in Texas. There are no miles on this build and everything is new or as new.
I’d estimate that about 97% of all parts are genuine Kawasaki, many original to this bike, many hard to find OEM that were completely
refurbished and many harder to find NOS parts. OEM correct gauges were rebuilt professionally and it was reported these have the less
common hard steel internals. All engine cases are S-1, polished and beautiful. OEM correct small emblem fuel tank was internally
cleaned, pressure tested and lined with a clear light weight coating. This service I have done by a specialist that receives tanks from
all over North America. “Leakers” Harvey 250-499-0199 if ever you need this service. The superb paint work on the tank and original side covers
and tail piece is by a local expert who does all my painting. Original black insulation seat is in amazing condition. The wheels, I completely rebuilt
with new chrome finishes on the date coded TAKASAGO rims, polished hubs with new bearings and seals, original spokes were cleaned and re-plated.
Notable other “John Brooks” early Z1 nuances are included in the photos.