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- 1973 Kawasaki Z1 903cc
1973 Kawasaki Z1 903cc
Lot Number: 594
1973 Kawasaki Z1 903cc
An early example of the sought-after Kawasaki Z1.
- Sold for: £14,063
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 30th July, 2023 at 11.00am BST at Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Beds, SG18 9EP
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REG NUMBER
EPY 368L
SUMMARY
An early example of the sought-after Kawasaki Z1.
DESCRIPTION
- Kawasaki's answer to the CB750 launched in 1972 and quickly became a classic fast tourer
- Introduced initially as a 750cc but increased in size to 900cc to compete against Honda
- Twin overhead camshafts and 130mph top speed
- This USA-imported example is presented in restored condition
- Registered in the UK in 1989 and restored to a good standard, including full engine rebuild, new magneto and new carburettors
- Now fitted with electronic ignition, a twin front disc conversion and Z Power exhaust pipes
- Complete with its original rims
- History file contains VJMC dating letter and numerous books on Z1s
- In good running order
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 594
- Make
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- Z1
- Registration Number
- EPY 368L
- Frame Number
- Z1F 07647
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Engine Number
- ZiE 07639
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Mark Bryan
- Motorcycle Manager
- 07958 107974
- mark@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Mark.
CONTACTPlease note that, due to restrictions, we need to be clear of the venue by 2pm on Monday 31st July.
Motorcycles are available to collect after the auction until 6pm, and then from 10am until 2pm on Monday 31st July from: The Discovery Hub, The Shuttleworth Collection, Alder Drive, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EP (please use the gate off Hill Lane).
Full payment must be received before any item is available to be released.
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