Original Kawasaki: Z1, Z900 & Kz900 (Bay View Books) (Hardcover)

by David Marsden (Author), Mick Duckworth (Editor), James Mann (Photographer) "Kawasaki Heavy Industries sounds an unlikely name for a leading maker of high-performance motorcycles..." (more)
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Product Description
After its introduction in 1972, Kawasaki's 903cc Z1 shot to the top of its class, surpassing even the Honda CB750 in sales and performance. All subsequent installments in the Z series are covered through 1976. Precise information is equally indispensible to buyers, restorers, and enthusiasts alike. Extraordinary, specially commissioned all-colour photos accompany a minutely researched text.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 112 pages
• Publisher: Motorbooks International (December 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076030775X
• ISBN-13: 978-0760307755
• Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,313,327 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Z900 Owner / restorer, June 21, 2000

By	helmut abeling (The Netherlands) - See all my reviews

This is an excellent book for those who want to rebuilt their bike to original. It is a guided tour trough the Z1 and Z900 world of Kawasaki. It tell in great detail the differences with the various models and the corresponding partnumbers. It is not a mecanical how to book though.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource for the restorer, October 31, 2002

By	Michael A Hasemann (Fair Oaks, Ca United States) - See all my reviews

I was very impressed with the collection of quality photos and information on original, stock bikes. If you own and are restoring a 1973 model like me, you MUST buy this book! Nowhere have I seen the intricate details and differences pointed out as they are in this book. It has been invaluable in identifying parts correct for my bike, and has more than paid for itself in money saved by NOT buying incorrect parts.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Kawboy's Tale, October 4, 2001

By	David Inman (Chepachet, Rhode Island United States) - See all my reviews

This book features some great photography and good information. I would not classify it as technical at all. It is more historical. A great conversation piece. If you are a Kawasaki fan it is a must have. If you are a restorer the pictures are priceless. Enjoy this book!