Classic Motorcycle Mechanics

Robin Weed’s Kawasaki Z1000J Special

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This has a Z1000J frame braced and modified to have battery and electrics under the seat, an alloy 30-litre endurance tank with an 1170cc/wiseco pistons engine, large valves/gas-flowed head with Uni-trak cams, Keihin 33mm CR carbs and a Jaygui exhaust. The headstock is modified to fit the oil cooler and fairing. She has Kawasaki ZRX1100 wheels, billet alloy yokes, standard forks with cartridge emulators, a Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 swingarm, AP Lockheed brakes and Gazi shocks. The bike is on Continenta­l Race Attack tyres, has a single-seat unit, and has a twin-headlight fairing with paint by Flying Tiger Paintwork.

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