{"product_id":"kawasaki-z1-z-kz900-z-kz1000-your-step-by-step-colour-illustrated-guide-to-compete-restoration-covers-z1-z1a-z1b-z-kz900-z-kz1000-models-197-paperback","title":"Kawasaki Z1, Z\/Kz900 \u0026 Z\/Kz1000: Your Step-By-Step Colour Illustrated Guide to Compete Restoration. Covers Z1, Z1a, Z1b, Z\/Kz900 \u0026 Z\/Kz1000 Models 197 - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChris Rooke\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis manual is for all owners, would-be owners and enthusiasts of the legendary Kawasaki Z1 900, Z\/KZ900 and Z1000 motorcycle built between 1972 and 1980, and covers the complete restoration of a 1976 KZ900, from the sourcing of the bike to its completion as a fully-restored machine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEvery area is covered, starting with advice on different models, spares availability, and where best to source a bike to restore. Every area of the restoration is then described in full detail, including the engine, frame, gearbox, wheels, suspension, forks, brakes, ancillaries, bodywork and electrics, accompanied by hundreds of clear colour photos to illustrate the procedures in step-by-step fashion. Additional work on a 1974 Z1A model adds complementary information. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhat really sets this manual apart from other offerings, however, is that it has been written in a friendly, humorous manner by an enthusiast of many years, who is able to involve and entertain the reader, as well as guide them through the restoration process. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is Chris Rooke's third restoration guide: his previous works have been massive hits with mechanics, enthusiasts and restorers throughout the world.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChris was born in Oxford and grew up in a family devoted to all things mechanical, but especially engines and motorbikes. He owned his first bike aged 11 - a Raleigh Runabout - quickly followed by a couple of scooters. When he turned 16, he realised his dream of becoming a 'Biker' ... on a Casals moped! \u003cbr\u003eFrom these humble beginnings, his love of British bikes blossomed, owning and rebuilding a BSA Starfire, a Triumph T100, a Matchless G3LS, and a Bonneville T140V - before he finally returned to his teenage dream: the Triumph Trident.\u003cbr\u003eChris's experiences in restoring the Triumph Trident, a Kawasaki Z1, and a Norton Commando have led him to write three Enthusiast Restoration Guides, published by Veloce, as well as an 'Essential Buyer's Guide\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 10.6 x 8.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 15, 2018\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44434447368294,"sku":"9781787111585","price":79.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/s4Jg5owl0R9781787111585.webp?v=1770457839","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/kawasaki-z1-z-kz900-z-kz1000-your-step-by-step-colour-illustrated-guide-to-compete-restoration-covers-z1-z1a-z1b-z-kz900-z-kz1000-models-197-paperback","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}