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£6,995

Asking price

1978 KAWASAKI Z650 CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE 'CANDY SUPER RED' For Sale

  • 21,472 Miles
  • Manual, 5 speed
  • Petrol
  • 1978
  • Red
  • Dealer
  • United Kingdom

Description

FOR SALE

JF Classic Cars present an original Kawasaki Z650 in 'CANDY SUPER RED' supporting only 21472-miles from new

EXTERNAL

Finished in the early B1 Candy Red paintwork with subtle pin striping to the petrol tank, The paintwork presents bright and glossy front to rear finished to a very high standard

All panels sitting straight and damage free from the petrol tank along with the side and rear body panels

With a double tubular strengthened steel cradle frame and sturdy swing arm, Along with being chain driven

Correct period front 36mm telescopic front forks along with the Rear shocks being adjustable to suit load and ride requirements along with a sturdy swing arm

With correct period features and fittings along with the chrome work gleaming from the front forks to the rear grab rails, Originality has been preserved throughout

All switchgear remains original being mark and fade free, With an electric start push button and a manual kick start being an option

The large padded black twin leather seat sits tall and in beautiful condition, Simply as good as the day it left the factory

Having covered only 21472-miles from new along with very low ownership the love for this machine can be seen throughout with plenty of dedication ensuring it remains as factory fresh as possible

Simply a testament to it previous owners

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

Having the Kawasaki 652cc inline Double Overhead Camshaft four-cylinder four-stroke Air cooled engine producing 64hp and capable of over 120mph

With a wet sump and 5-speed manual gearbox, Power transferred via a final drive chain, Performance as required smooth throughout the rev band with precise gear changes ensuring a smooth ride

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES

Having period chrome wire wheels fitted to the front and rear which present in the best of condition

Single solid hydraulic disc calliper brake to the front, Drum brake to the rear, New rubber front and rear ensuring you are brought to a controlled precise stop

HISTORY FILE

This Kawasaki KZ650 was first manufactured overseas in America in 1978 it then was registered in America in January 1979, This example resided in America for forty years until 2019 where it then moved overseas and found a new home within the UK, Subsequently being UK registered in 'May 2019'

This example having only 2 former keepers which have ensured originality has been preserved, Still today the factory Kawasaki exhaust remains which is simply surreal

Covered a mere 21472-miles from new

Having had a subtle restoration only where required with NOS items being used where possible ensuring originality remains

Top examples do not come up for sale often in this condition along with beholding the originality

Having been maintained to a very high standard throughout we feel this has to be one of the very best out there on the market for sale today, Exceedingly original and rides wonderfully.

Exempt from MOT and road tax

V5 PRESENT and HPi Clear.

JF CLASSIC CARS LTD

JF CLASSIC CARS LTD

Dealer
103 Listings since 2024

Vehicle location

Unit 5 Peacefield Business Park Holton-Le-Clay Grimsby
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Advert Details

Advert type:
For Sale
Category:
Motorcycles
Reference number:
C1779194
Listed on:
14/09/2024
Model:
Z650
Year:
1978
Colour:
Red
Seller type:
Dealer

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