When the 900 came out, magazine testers loved the acceleration but didn't like the small gas tank and opined about the bike's potential touring ability. When the insurance companies jacked up the rates Kawasaki introduced the ZL1000, with a bigger gas tank and a seat designed for day trips. The insurance companies didn't buy it, and neither did the riders. They also made a ZL600, but survivors are pretty rare too. It's a shame, because the bike looks like it's capable of handling 500+ mile days with ease.
I have had one for years and love it. Absolutely great bikes. I think they are the best looking ZLs. I do want to get a 900, but they look considerably different. I am still looking for 1 horn cover.
Beautiful bike. Looking at purchasing one of these right now, was hoping you could answer a few questions about it. How long does it take to warm up on 50-60 degree day? I had an old CB750A and it took 10 minutes some days to get up to temp. And does it handle well? I read these really only like to go straight. And are parts tough to find? They only made these bikes for two years in the US, if I'm not mistaken.
They made only 2500 worldwide. Some of the mechanical parts were used on more than one model, but actual ZL parts can be hard to find if you can find them at all.
Went to my local shop in 1990 and test drove this bike ,brand new leftover, and wound up buying the new dr 650 same price 4000 out the door...What a mistake !!!
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When the 900 came out, magazine testers loved the acceleration but didn't like the small gas tank and opined about the bike's potential touring ability. When the insurance companies jacked up the rates Kawasaki introduced the ZL1000, with a bigger gas tank and a seat designed for day trips. The insurance companies didn't buy it, and neither did the riders. They also made a ZL600, but survivors are pretty rare too. It's a shame, because the bike looks like it's capable of handling 500+ mile days with ease.
I have had one for years and love it. Absolutely great bikes. I think they are the best looking ZLs. I do want to get a 900, but they look considerably different. I am still looking for 1 horn cover.
I'm restoring one of these now, hope to have it in order by this coming Spring.
That's awesome these bikes are great machines.
Clean machine.... Looks better with the stock mufflers.
Thanks yes it does.
Nice looking bike!😊
Gorgeous Muscle bike..but parts r hard 2 find in 2023
Beautiful bike. Looking at purchasing one of these right now, was hoping you could answer a few questions about it.
How long does it take to warm up on 50-60 degree day? I had an old CB750A and it took 10 minutes some days to get up to temp. And does it handle well? I read these really only like to go straight. And are parts tough to find? They only made these bikes for two years in the US, if I'm not mistaken.
I have the same one, takes about 10 minutes for mine on a cold day
They made only 2500 worldwide. Some of the mechanical parts were used on more than one model, but actual ZL parts can be hard to find if you can find them at all.
want to buy ...very nice Bike .Mike
Went to my local shop in 1990 and test drove this bike ,brand new leftover, and wound up buying the new dr 650 same price 4000 out the door...What a mistake !!!
Cruiser with a sports bike engine My dream bike and a Yamaha VMAX 1200
How much you wan for the bike
I NEED THAT WINDSHIELD, WHERE CAN I BUY IT?
It came with the bike. But I got one off of ebay for my v65 Magna.
Slipstreamer SS-28 if you're still looking.
Or were i can t get one
The engine make too much noise....and bad noise...its a shame...
I don't know what you're hearing, but that that motor runs as smooth as silk.
These bikes sound kind of rattlie when started, but when warm they are fine.