Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Friday, October 12, 2012
1973 Kawasaki Z1A Street fighter
Just finished and ready for summer is a 1973 Z1A street fighter featuring a host of special parts. The engine is 1100cc and is equiped with Yoshimura cams, valves and retainers. A Moriwaki Titanium exhaust and Kehin CR 33mm carburettors.
The chassis has been strengthened and with the addition of a Moriwaki Alloy swing arm, plus a upside down fromt end it looks sharp.
Other features include a electronic Tachometer with shift point lights and an electronic ignition. The use of 17" wheels enhance its agressiveness.
Friday, December 30, 2011
1972 Kawasaki H2 750cc
Kawasaki H2 750cc
Off the production line recently is a fine example of probably the most famous and classic Japanese two strokes ever produced. This original Model H2 burst onto the scene in 1972 and has remained an iconic example of power and beauty. Released around the time the British finally relingished control over the motorcycle industry world wide, it was to be the start of many great designs that emerged from Japan.
The Mighty Kawasaki Z1 900cc
Restoration Projects Under way
After a year of getting my self organized and prepared, the first of what I hope will be many older classic Japanese iconic models has taken its first breath. After sitting idle for many years this classic 1972 H1-B 500cc Kawasaki has re-emerged from my workshop having been completly rebuilt from the cranshaft up. The beautiful Orange paintwork clearly defines its lineage. It's bigger brother the 750 H2 will be next to arrive, having had the same treatment complete and looking like a million dollars. Hard to imagine that these bikes had a retail price of about $1700 back in the 70's.
If you are keen and have a old classic but lack the time or expertise to complete the project then call me. "I bring them back to life."
CROZ
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
CROZ - THE LARRIKIN KIWI BIKE An autobiography.
I lifted up my UV cracked visor with my thumb. 'Which way does the track go and what's the lap record?' I called out over the noise of the valve gear rattling and clanging between my legs. The flag marshal's eyebrows raised in disbelief. I could see him muttering, 'And who the hell do you think you are - Mike Hailwood?' I laughed and roared off down the track.
Jump aboard and become my pillion passenger as I take you on a fast and furious journey from the grassroots of New Zealand motorcycle racing through Australia, Japan, the UK and Europe.
Experience with me the crashes, the pain, the elation of winning and the international controversies. While the politics, boycotts and tragic fatalities make enthralling reading, the common thread is my determination to enjoy life and have fun. And win a few world championships along the way.
Croz's first book came out last year and after selling over 10,000 copies a reprint has now been done and has a new slighly smaller format. Check it out on my Home page -
Jump aboard and become my pillion passenger as I take you on a fast and furious journey from the grassroots of New Zealand motorcycle racing through Australia, Japan, the UK and Europe.
Experience with me the crashes, the pain, the elation of winning and the international controversies. While the politics, boycotts and tragic fatalities make enthralling reading, the common thread is my determination to enjoy life and have fun. And win a few world championships along the way.
Croz's first book came out last year and after selling over 10,000 copies a reprint has now been done and has a new slighly smaller format. Check it out on my Home page -
Now Only $29.95 NZD
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