The man from Wyoming came to the right place. It's a freakin work of art that you folks created there. Johnny, you and your guys do it the American Way and that my friend is very rare these days. Good Job!
Beatiful job! I had a 77 KZ. Paid $2600 in Tacoma, WA. Same type K&N filters with Kerker exhaust. I painted mine a midnight blue that had a silver metalic base. Your color looks a little more luminescent. Nice. I love that the chrome rear fender is gone. Gives the bike a better balance, it's more sleek. Thanks for all your rebuilds. Great work.
Memories of a few of the bikes in my town back in the day! I must admit that I dig them with the KZ 1000 more. Lol that badge just said " I'm the baddest & the fastest" to me as a boy waiting for my time to arrive. Awesome machine there! Thank you!
Another great video and a very happy owner who like me and a great deal of others think the work you guys are doing is top quality and not a crappie part bought or used to turn a buck quality parts build quality bikes thank you very much appreciated 😊🍀
This is the bike that I always loved , and now I own a 2006 and a 2014 Z1000 . I totally love the bikes I have now , but wow , I was just stunned by how fantastic this bike turned out . I would swap one of my new ones for this classic in a heart beat .
Very cool.Reminds me of my Z1000 that I ran back in the day when I had long hair in the Old Country. Blue like this one, with gold striping, I believe initially a Z650 colour. Loved that thing. These look great in blue. I had a Marving one-in-four on that one with a tiny silencer that was ridiculous, you could hear me coming a mile and a half away. Been without a bike since I came to the US in1993 .... I think I feel something itching somewhere .....
looks great you guys did a awesome job .. only thing im not a fan of is the carb color, i think i would have had them chromed or maybe painted ..the blue plug wires really set it off ..lucky guy who ever ownes that bike .. cool vid!!
Such a beauty. I didn't plan to ride a bike again after several crashes and the lack of comfort. But damn....don't know if i can resist. Maybe a keen 650? :) Hmmm.
The guy must have a Harley too by the way he feathered the clutch and how he bicycled it at the end but he will sell the Harley now that he got the REAL bike back,enless it is to fast.Good to see someone if bringing these beautiful bikes back. If I win the lottery I will hire a crew to hunt down every kz,z1 LTD .from 73 to 82 that I can find and build my own museum,and have Johnny and his guys restore them
I have the same bike but a 78. A couple of things I notice here are that this one appears to have a Ltd tank not the A1 tank and how much better they look with the correct 18" rear wheel. As that appears to be the A1 frame I'm not sure why it didn't have the rear disc master cylinder mounts as they came with a rear disc. Beautiful polishing work, I like the Z1 tailpiece and rear light.
Awesome!! I have a 73 Z1 that's a retired dragster. I wish I could fix it up like new. The old engine I had on it I had a mechanic work on screwed it up bad. That's $2,500 down the crapper.
I also would like to know what color that is? And we would have been up to see ya by now but unfortunately we've had some serious health issues with my parents that were addressing at this time. But as things progress were looking very forward to coming up and seeing you. And as always, excellent work!
Scotty, we're looking forward to your visit. The color was requested by the client, and it's a Ford color from the 90's. I want to say it's "Midnight Sky" or something like that. The paint was done by Kelleman Collision here in Wadsworth
The job was done by Kelleman Collision here in Wadsworth. He is on Facebook. He says that the color was requested by the client, and is a Ford color from the 90's. I want to say "Midnight Sky" or something like that.
Handsome bike I'm very glad to see that jerker has product still. I'm a huge kerker fan. One nagging question WHY WHY WHY do you always mount such narrow rear tires? Why not a wider rear tire? I enjoy your vids thank you.
I would love to know where you get your meters done. I had mine done a few years ago and it bugs me to no end that the tach lettering is now a thicker font than the original and doesn't match the speedo.
Um not sure Helo or how you spell your mechanic's name but I saw him limping a little. I used to work in shop standing on cement all day then got custom boots arch support makes world of difference.
Hey Joelb... you're right Hilo does have a limp. Actually he raced factory Yamaha for years in Japan and survived many crashes in his day, which contributes to his limp. He has an orthopedic mat or two at his bench. Not sure of his insoles. We'll have to ask him!
That's crazy money for a bike that's worth about 3000 Just saying... The price is right for the work you did, absolutely ... but how to justify the expense on this bike ?!? I couldn't
I was going to ask the same question...thanks for the reply. I've been searching for the right kz for a while now. When its found and bought...would be a dream to bring it in for restoration. Well done!
I still have my 77 Kz 1000 and I found it at a old bike shop on consignment in Eagle Pa. in 1998. It had 4200 miles on it and I actually was lucky to find the gem when passing the shop the worker was pushing it to the edge of the road with a for sale sign on it. I turned around at the next light and pulled . I asked him how much and he had no Idea. He said make an offer so I said 500 as a joke and he said take it. I was like are you serious? He explained the owner gave it to them to sell he was out of Texas bought the bike there drove it to Pa in 1978 and gave it to them to sell. Well the bike never sold so they put it in their shed and the guy never came back for it. They took ownership due to the storage he owed them and the owner said keep the bike for payment. In any case I got the bike for 500 dollars with 4200 miles on it. I cleaned it up put new tires on it and a battery and it fired right up. It has a stock Kerker header on it that Kerker did for the bike that year. The bike still has the yellow paint on the jets that would show cracked if the jetting was ever messed with and it hasn't. The bike still gave off that new motor smell when they are breaking in. Only a bike rider knows that smell I am talking about. Im any case it is know 2024 and it has 10,034 miles on it and I was thinking on selling it. Anyone have a idea what number would be decent for the bike of this quality?
You just did make contact with me! You can also email us at info@johnnysvintagemotorcycle.com or call 330-335-7365. These bikes once restored can to anywhere from $10M - $20M.
...well I'll be...15 minutes and change into your video what do I see...the head pipes for a HD Shovelhead 2 into 1 exhaust sitting with the Kaw brake rotors.... what's the story on the HD exhaust...
My Z1 had dual front discs. Customer didn’t want?? Original air cleaner was much easier to chug than four K&N individual air cleaners. Tell thecustomer to get a carb stix and use it at least every six months. Great motor. Run Mobil One if you are in traffic a lot.
The man from Wyoming came to the right place. It's a freakin work of art that you folks created there. Johnny, you and your guys do it the American Way and that my friend is very rare these days. Good Job!
Beatiful job! I had a 77 KZ. Paid $2600 in Tacoma, WA. Same type K&N filters with Kerker exhaust. I painted mine a midnight blue that had a silver metalic base. Your color looks a little more luminescent. Nice. I love that the chrome rear fender is gone. Gives the bike a better balance, it's more sleek. Thanks for all your rebuilds. Great work.
just love what you guys do ......brings back so many memory of my Z1 days in 1975 ...this guy is lucky to have a fine custom ....done at your shop.
Really nice job. Not over done. Just right.
I remember walking to school when I was a kid and seeing a KZ1000 parked and it always caught my eye.
It's an amazing bike for the time.
Memories of a few of the bikes in my town back in the day!
I must admit that I dig them with the KZ 1000 more. Lol that badge just said " I'm the baddest & the fastest" to me as a boy waiting for my time to arrive.
Awesome machine there! Thank you!
I love the way the gauges are restored. Real quality work.
What a fantastic job. I just love those old ZEDS !
Im. Gonna. Get. One. From. Johhnnys. May. Be. Not. Z 1. But. A. Everyday. Rider. Kz. 1000 thats. What. I. Want. Or. The. Old. 650. Had. Both
That one is beautiful. Nice job, to everyone involved.
Beautiful bike. I even liked the ol skool look. I love the modern rear brake set up
The bike was beautiful as "Ol Skool" and as "New Look". Great video.
Beautiful work on a beautiful bike. I know you will do as your customers ask but im so glad theres no yellow plug wires on that Bike
The attention to detail is outstanding. What a pleasure it will be to ride for the owner.
Another great video and a very happy owner who like me and a great deal of others think the work you guys are doing is top quality and not a crappie part bought or used to turn a buck quality parts build quality bikes thank you very much appreciated 😊🍀
This is the bike that I always loved , and now I own a 2006 and a 2014 Z1000 . I totally love the bikes I have now , but wow , I was just stunned by how fantastic this bike turned out . I would swap one of my new ones for this classic in a heart beat .
Wow what a beautiful restoration you did in that bike, you should be proud of your work
Very cool.Reminds me of my Z1000 that I ran back in the day when I had long hair in the Old Country. Blue like this one, with gold striping, I believe initially a Z650 colour. Loved that thing. These look great in blue. I had a Marving one-in-four on that one with a tiny silencer that was ridiculous, you could hear me coming a mile and a half away.
Been without a bike since I came to the US in1993 .... I think I feel something itching somewhere .....
Give us a call when you're ready
Wow such a beautiful machine. Nicely done.
Johnny you probably won't see this but you guys do some very nice work... I would love to have you restore a Z-1 for me...thx for bringing us along...
Beautiful job sir!
Excellent work, great bikes
WOW! You guys did an AMAZING job!!! Love the paint! It's beautiful!
Uguys do exceptional work.
Beautiful job.
That looks absolutely amazing. Makes my own KZ750E1 home restoration look a bit secondhand 😕
Great build! Awesome!
Unreal. Very impressive.
Good job!! It’s a beautiful machine
Beautiful! Makes me wish I still had mine.
Excellent work, excellent bike
Beautiful bike well done.
Even the geese approve.
You are a miracle worker!
Yes
Just amazing!
As we say in England “ That’s the dogs bollocks”. And that is a complement. I love it!
Another Awesome Job..... BEAUTIFUL.........
I have a 1976 Kz 900 your detailing is in sain I am amazed I want to be my own mechanic it's going to take a while but I will learn from the best you
Amazing job guys. That’s exactly what I want.
Another beautiful KZ on the road. Nice work! Man I LOOOOVVVEE my KZ. But those stock length swingarms I can’t do.
Beautiful Restoration!
Johnny open a shop in Scotland you know you want to LOL really really really really nice work , love it cheers.
I"m not sure Scotland would be ready for all those really's-- But I'm (really) ready to go riding over there! Bucket List! --Robin
My biggest regret in life is parting with my z1000. Great job guys
THAT IS ONE PRETTY PAINT JOB N THE MOTORCYCLE IS DEFINITELY A 10 ON THE CUTOM REBUILD FROM JOHNNYS VINTAGE I,D LOVE TO HAVE ON LIKE THAT GREAT BIKE.
I love my zeds had 7 and currently own a z1a and now building another z1000a
Great job bringing back an ol' mussel bike to the fore front of COOLNESS.
Nice I love the paint
Beautiful just Beautiful....
gorgeous bike
looks great you guys did a awesome job .. only thing im not a fan of is the carb color, i think i would have had them chromed or maybe painted ..the blue plug wires really set it off ..lucky guy who ever ownes that bike .. cool vid!!
Looks better than almost any bike on the road. Imho😁😁😁
Such a beauty. I didn't plan to ride a bike again after several crashes and the lack of comfort. But damn....don't know if i can resist. Maybe a keen 650? :) Hmmm.
So nice! I love it.
The guy must have a Harley too by the way he feathered the clutch and how he bicycled it at the end but he will sell the Harley now that he got the REAL bike back,enless it is to fast.Good to see someone if bringing these beautiful bikes back. If I win the lottery I will hire a crew to hunt down every kz,z1 LTD .from 73 to 82 that I can find and build my own museum,and have Johnny and his guys restore them
Fantastic very very nice !!!
If ever I get the coin before you close up shop, I'll be sending my kz1000A your way.
I have the same bike but a 78. A couple of things I notice here are that this one appears to have a Ltd tank not the A1 tank and how much better they look with the correct 18" rear wheel. As that appears to be the A1 frame I'm not sure why it didn't have the rear disc master cylinder mounts as they came with a rear disc. Beautiful polishing work, I like the Z1 tailpiece and rear light.
You do nice work. Kudo's!!
beautiful bike , beautiful job!! you quys have to put some holes on that rear brake disc tho.
Awesome!! I have a 73 Z1 that's a retired dragster. I wish I could fix it up like new. The old engine I had on it I had a mechanic work on screwed it up bad. That's $2,500 down the crapper.
Sweet bike
Gorgeous.
I also would like to know what color that is? And we would have been up to see ya by now but unfortunately we've had some serious health issues with my parents that were addressing at this time. But as things progress were looking very forward to coming up and seeing you. And as always, excellent work!
Scotty, we're looking forward to your visit. The color was requested by the client, and it's a Ford color from the 90's. I want to say it's "Midnight Sky" or something like that. The paint was done by Kelleman Collision here in Wadsworth
It's Very Nice, Very Nice !!
Hey johny I have two 79 kz 1000 I need two gas tank can u help me
Nice bike . it is just missing a front disk to be awesome.
Does the guy who rebuild the gages have a website...
Don Fulsang doesn't have a website that I know of, but I can share his number with you
Another masterpiece. Nickname "Stubborn"
Did you forget the decals on the side covers?
Beautiful, what color is that?
The job was done by Kelleman Collision here in Wadsworth. He is on Facebook. He says that the color was requested by the client, and is a Ford color from the 90's. I want to say "Midnight Sky" or something like that.
Hey Johnny, do you ever see 400 triples? You guys do great work. Thanks Jerry
Johnny who does your polishing?Thanks.
We use a guy who just does this as a hobby and doesn't advertise his side business. Great work though, he's really thorough.
I love the color!! What is the name of it?
"Midnight Sky?" It's a Ford color from the 90's. Chosen by the customer.
Handsome bike I'm very glad to see that jerker has product still. I'm a huge kerker fan. One nagging question WHY WHY WHY do you always mount such narrow rear tires? Why not a wider rear tire? I enjoy your vids thank you.
Great videos, the colour code and name on the handlebar?
Beautiful job! Whats a ballpark figure for a job like this?
A rule of thumb would be $5,000 for labor and $5,000 for parts and outside services.
Where do you get those breather cover filters from? I need one for my 900.
we sell them at our shop
@@Johnnysvintage thank you I'll be ordering today after I get some coffee down my hatch. 👍
New subscriber... love watching your work. Where did you get the rear tail light mounting bracket inner fender "eliminator?
We got it from Japan. I may have one left
@@Johnnysvintage would this work on a 78 KZ100 LTD? Cost?
I can find out. It should as it is adjustable.
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I would love to know where you get your meters done. I had mine done a few years ago and it bugs me to no end that the tach lettering is now a thicker font than the original and doesn't match the speedo.
Don Fulsang from FLA
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Kerker is still making headers for this bike in 2019
Yes and we sell them here at Johnnys
I will buy from you as soon as I buy this bike.
Where can i get the tail light eliminate kit?
Love the bike but I prefer to see the original exhaust pipes which I think are one the things that makes the bike so distinctive
Um not sure Helo or how you spell your mechanic's name but I saw him limping a little. I used to work in shop standing on cement all day then got custom boots arch support makes world of difference.
Hey Joelb... you're right Hilo does have a limp. Actually he raced factory Yamaha for years in Japan and survived many crashes in his day, which contributes to his limp. He has an orthopedic mat or two at his bench. Not sure of his insoles. We'll have to ask him!
Hey Johnny what did you do with the rear shock lowering brackets? I have a 1100 suzuki they might work with.
What did you do about the oversize cylinders?
May i know how much for the restoration?
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WOW! thats a nice bike! would be perfect if it had the stock airbox, i dont care for pod filters
But you didn't clarify whether you replaced the cylinder head or rebuilt it!
We just did a valve job on it.
I'm sorry, I meant the cylinder itself.
All that nice work and nobody polished the carburetors or vapor blasted them why not?
We put them in a ultrasonic cleaner. I am always looking for a better solution for the cleaner. We never really tried to blast them
@@Johnnysvintage yes I did the same thing with ultrasonic until I saw the vapor blasting on the carburetors oh my God they look like brand new
Who is the guy that reproduces the frame I.D. sticker. I took 4 pictures of mine before I had it powder-coated
@@kawasakirule3707 I think his e-bay name is rbcustoms. If that does not help you, give us a call and we can hook you up with him
@@Johnnysvintage thx
What dos a restore like that cost?
A very rough estimate, between $8,000 - 12,000 depending on what you have to start out with.
That's crazy money for a bike that's worth about 3000
Just saying...
The price is right for the work you did, absolutely ... but how to justify the expense on this bike ?!? I couldn't
I was going to ask the same question...thanks for the reply. I've been searching for the right kz for a while now. When its found and bought...would be a dream to bring it in for restoration. Well done!
How much did you pay to get it looking like that?
We have a base charge of $5,000 labor to do the bike axel to axel, plus parts and outside services.
I still have my 77 Kz 1000 and I found it at a old bike shop on consignment in Eagle Pa. in 1998. It had 4200 miles on it and I actually was lucky to find the gem when passing the shop the worker was pushing it to the edge of the road with a for sale sign on it. I turned around at the next light and pulled . I asked him how much and he had no Idea. He said make an offer so I said 500 as a joke and he said take it. I was like are you serious? He explained the owner gave it to them to sell he was out of Texas bought the bike there drove it to Pa in 1978 and gave it to them to sell. Well the bike never sold so they put it in their shed and the guy never came back for it. They took ownership due to the storage he owed them and the owner said keep the bike for payment. In any case I got the bike for 500 dollars with 4200 miles on it. I cleaned it up put new tires on it and a battery and it fired right up. It has a stock Kerker header on it that Kerker did for the bike that year. The bike still has the yellow paint on the jets that would show cracked if the jetting was ever messed with and it hasn't. The bike still gave off that new motor smell when they are breaking in. Only a bike rider knows that smell I am talking about. Im any case it is know 2024 and it has 10,034 miles on it and I was thinking on selling it. Anyone have a idea what number would be decent for the bike of this quality?
What would be the price of "Kawasaki 900Z1" and "Kawasaki H2 750" of the period of 70's after restoration? How to make a contact with you......
You just did make contact with me! You can also email us at info@johnnysvintagemotorcycle.com or call 330-335-7365. These bikes once restored can to anywhere from $10M - $20M.
how much is it? Iwant this one
sorry this was a customers bike
these Kawasakies are quite expensive and rare here in the UK
It’s nice, and what have ya
stock air box with k and n filter works way better then the crankcase gets sucked down eliminateing ctankcase pressure from blow by the rings
Man i pay 3.200 dollars back in 1978 for a1976 kawasaki kz 900 sold it 12 years later for $ 600 dollars I wish I could get it back 🔙
...well I'll be...15 minutes and change into your video what do I see...the head pipes for a HD Shovelhead 2 into 1 exhaust sitting with the Kaw brake rotors.... what's the story on the HD exhaust...
We had it polished out for a customer's bike we're restoring.
thanks for replying... did you happen to do a video on that customers motorcycle..? I enjoy your video's Johnny...keep'em coming...
My Z1 had dual front discs. Customer didn’t want?? Original air cleaner was much easier to chug than four K&N individual air cleaners. Tell thecustomer to get a carb stix and use it at least every six months. Great motor. Run Mobil One if you are in traffic a lot.
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