hey everyone im new to this site and to Kawasaki. i have recently come into possession of a 1985 ninja 600 it does not run and needs a little work. i am wondering if you guys could give me some help on finding a good place to get some parts to get it going. i called the dealer and they want mucho bucks of course. i know that it probably needs the carbs rebuilt and plug wires/solenoids. they guy i bought it from told me that was probably the problem. it has been sitting for about 8 years i bought it as a project bike to keep me busy. i was also thinking about rebuilding the whole motor.

thanks for any info you guys can give me

jeremy

 

and it definitely needs some air filters

 

why? I agree with the plugs, wires and the carb cleaning along with the new air filter. 8yrs is a long time to be sitting around. That will keep you busy checking all of the vacuum lines, fuel lines, cleaning the fuel tap, etc. Good luck and enjoy.

 

by used motor brfore i rebuild one,imo

 

well i thought it might be a good idea since it has been sitting so long. i would probably see how it ran first before i did a rebuild. where i am at right now is i need a starter solenoid but i think im going to have to buy the whole starter, i need coils and plug wires and a right side handle with throttle, its really sticky.

thanks for the idea of getting another motor that would probably help a lot.

ill post some pics up in a few days once i get it all cleaned and looking cute

 

would any one know what years are compatible with the 85 i know it can be like 85-87 i was wondering if i can use like 1990 and up? can i use a solenoid from a newer bike? would the connectors on the throttle and kill switch match from different year and would it be possible to use different bike clip on like from a gsxr i really like the handles on mine

sorry i just get all these ideas lol

 

The microfiche is your buddy for checking part numbers. Vernier calipers work best when seeing if another rides parts will fit. good luck.

 

are you able to get a microfiche online im having trouble finding one for a 85 zx6. am i right to assume that a zx6 is the same as the gpz? any differences?

 

Kawasaki.com has online parts diagrams on their website

gammac

 

thanks guys you have helped out a lot. ill post some pics up in a few just haven't had time with work and all.
but thanks again

jeremy