When did the Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 come out?
The Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 combines both nostalgia and big-time performance in one package that is a blast to ride. Rich Chenet This article was originally published in the March 1992 issue of Cycle World. Underestimate the power of nostalgia?
Why are there two spark plugs in a Kawasaki Zephyr?
The use of two spark plugs per cylinder helps improve combustion efficiency and beefs up an already fearsome midrange power curve -there are few bikes that give the same impression of arm-tugging acceleration as an 1100 Zephyr.
What makes a Kawasaki Zephyr a good bike?
The Zephyr is a heavy bike, but it carries its weight low, making for good manoeuvrability The low seat and upright riding position help here, too – a relief for many after the race crouch of most modern sports bikes. But it’s the engine that gives the Zephyr its real character.
How do you check the float height on a carburetor?
When using this method to check float height, first remove the float chamber bowl from the main carburetor body. With the chamber removed, tip the carb onto its side, in the same position it takes while fitted to the bike.
The Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 combines both nostalgia and big-time performance in one package that is a blast to ride. Rich Chenet This article was originally published in the March 1992 issue of Cycle World. Underestimate the power of nostalgia?
The use of two spark plugs per cylinder helps improve combustion efficiency and beefs up an already fearsome midrange power curve -there are few bikes that give the same impression of arm-tugging acceleration as an 1100 Zephyr.
The Zephyr is a heavy bike, but it carries its weight low, making for good manoeuvrability The low seat and upright riding position help here, too – a relief for many after the race crouch of most modern sports bikes. But it’s the engine that gives the Zephyr its real character.
When using this method to check float height, first remove the float chamber bowl from the main carburetor body. With the chamber removed, tip the carb onto its side, in the same position it takes while fitted to the bike.