09/02/2026
1977 Kawasaki KZ650, our way.
When we were approached about having a bit of fun with a 77 KZ650, we jumped at the chance. It was going to be an opportunity to combine our restoration knowledge and race track experience.
The proportions of the stock KZ were just too chubby. Shrinking the seat pan and taking inches from the tail helped there. Our bike needed to shed pounds as well. It ended up at 395lbs dry.
The Suspension needed to be of the highest quality while not sacrificing rake, trail and steering angle. Ohlins took care of us there.
Full Brembo brakes bring riding confidence to the highest level.
We increased the bore size, increased the compression ratio, installed CR carbs and worked directly with Hindle to bend the exhaust to our specs.
Modern wheels and our own swingarm solved the unsprung weight problem.
The paintjob takes cues from the original 77 paintjob, but modernized a bit.
It was incredibly fun to build, it's even better to ride.
Our customer's are the most patient and passionate on Earth, we are damn lucky to have them.
