1978 Kawasaki KZ650D Unregistered US Import Barn Find Classic Restoration Proj

Sale Price: £3199

Date: 30/04/2021

Condition: Used

Location: Stoke 0n Trent, England, GB

Description

1978 Kawasaki KZ650D Unregistered US Import Barn Find Classic Restoration Proj Manufacturer: Kawasaki Model: KZ650D Year: 1978 Engine No: KZ650DE-001259 Frame No: Z650D-001259 Colour: Candy Persimmon Red Mileage: 12335 Capacity: 653cc Starting at: £999.99 Stock No: 91011 This well respected and sought after Tax & MOT exempt 1978 Kawasaki KZ650-D1 or SR650 as we knew it has recently been imported from North America where it has spent all its life – the air is thin and the climate is far kinder to motorcycles than ours. This and the fact it's only showing 12335 miles and has been in dry storage for the last umpteen years have helped maintain its boyish good looks. We have been unable to confirm this mileage reading. Please disregard it. The single most important purchase for a classic restoration project is the bike to restore, whether it's going to be a commercial venture or just a hobby interest it all starts here!. PLEASE CHECKOUT THE PICTURES........As you can see this bike is remarkably original & virtually complete missing just a battery & tool kit. It has stood a while so the paintwork is slightly faded & tyres feel hard. Sadly the l/h side panel has a lug missing so the panel is loose. BUT NOW FOR THE GOOD NEWS.........This is the actual bike you are bidding on – Not library pictures from 42 years ago & it is every bit as nice as it looks here.....A true time warp machine!. The wheels are straight with nice clean alloy rims, good hubs & brake plate, disc, caliper & working master cylinder. Forks & yokes look straight with good chrome & clean alloy. Mudguards are both solid & are tidy. Tail light assy is good as are the headlight & hangers. Instruments & switches look great. Carburettors are free sliding off the twist grip. Paintwork is slightly faded but solid, fuel tank is squeaky clean inside and has just minor dents/marks & scratches in the original paint. Exhausts are original, solid & very presentable. Seat is in very good condition throughout. Indicators are tidy. Chain guard is tidy. Shock absorbers are damping fine. The engine is cosmetically very clean BUT BEST OF ALL when we hooked it up to a good battery & fed it fresh fuel from a dummy tank it fires, starts, runs & revs. This is only a very brief description….If you are placing a bid reliant on parts that can’t be seen in the pictures being there and/or in serviceable condition or require any further information or more pictures please give us a call or message us. If you are ready for a new project & have been looking for a classic Kawasaki KZ650D1 to restore then look no further – THIS ONE COULD BE YOURS!!! We are listing this bike as a trade clearance item with a super low SPRING MADNESS SALE starting price and LOW RESERVE so get bidding and get this project started.......Ask yourself the question “CAN I AFFORD NOT TO BID?” Please call HARRY, NEIL or ALI on 01782 338737 who will be more than happy to answer any questions you have. Our showroom is now open for socially distant viewing. We are happy to provide additional pictures on request through the ebay messaging service. Collection is permitted, and is welcome, pre-payment is preferred, and may save time, but not essential. We can also arrange delivery to most UK destinations. Please call for details. This is only a very brief description…. If you are placing a bid assuming parts that can't be seen in the pictures are present, and/or in serviceable condition, or if you require any further information please give us a call on 01782 338737 asking for Neil, Harry, or Allie. We are happy to answer specific questions about anything you can't quite see. We have many more bikes available Click Here to see the bikes currently on eBay. The bike is currently unregistered. The registration process is reasonably uncomplicated. BUT, for bikes over 40 years old, if you want us to do it all for you - Inc a number plate, we charge just £100 to cover our admin costs. THIS VEHICLE COMES WITH THE US CERTIFICATE OF TITLE AND WE WILL PROVIDE PROOF THAT THE VAT & DUTY IS PAID ON THE NOVA SYSTEM.(This can take upto 4 weeks). Registration. You need to get the bike MOTed. (Vehicles under 40 years old only) You need proof of year of manufacture in writing. The American Title is a recognised document for this purpose. You need to have valid insurance on the bike. You can insure it on the chassis number. Send all this paper work to the DVLA, who will charge you £55 for the 1st registration plus the current amount for the road tax. The DVLA will send you your age related registration number. Spares you may need Our used spares dept may carry items you need for this project. Any parts available will be offered for sale on eBay. Please be aware that this bike is also offered for sale in our showroom on our premises. We reserve the right to withdraw the bike from sale at any time.

Details

Model: KZ650D
Colour: Candy Persimmon Red
Start Type: Combo
Previously Registered Overseas: Yes
Gears: Five-Speed Manual
Fuel: Petrol
Type: Motorcycles and Scooters
Year: 1978
Manufacturer: Kawasaki
Mileage: 12335
Sub-Type: Classic Motorcycle
Power (Claimed): 62
Miles Kilometers: Miles
Country of Manufacture: Japan
MPN: SR650
CC: 653
Drive: Chain
Confirmed Mileage: No, cannot be guaranteed

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