Resources
Local
One of the peculiarities of forums and social media groups is that members will often post information (eg. I did XXXX) but then won’t provide any useful nor details on exactly ‘how they did XXXX’, even when asked directly. Information is often posted as fact when it is simply opinion or hearsay – or should that be heresy?
But there is no question that tucked away in these groups are the most knowledgeable & helpful people, so I always recommend you join groups as a valuable information resource. As I obtain information I will always try to collate it formally into the site.
International
*Sadly since 2020 this link has not been working. Some FB group members have reported that this incredibly long-lasting and useful UK-based online forum (NOT GPZzone!) may be closing in Feb 2022. I have emailed offering technical support but alas no reply.
GPz900R (ZX900) Database
Number of owner contacted & confirmed bikes.
A1
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A5
A5A
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Top Gun
About the Site
My family loves older vehicles, the newest one we own is 2003! But I am acutely aware of the ownership complexities especially:
- they often need more 'hands-on' mechanical work &;
- there often isn't any local expertise from the service centres;
- there is often no new parts available from the manufacturer;
- parts often have to be sourced 2nd-hand or from overseas.
So we often end up doing a lot of the research & work ourselves and this information gets stored either locally with the bike or online forums - although finding the useful parts in these forums isn't always simple.
The original goal of the site was simply somewhere for me to record service work & contacts on my GPz900r so that my kids (the one that likes bikes anyway!) could easily access it - it doesn't concern me if it was publicly available.
I then realised that with this online structure in place I could also offer it to other owners, and the site could potentially expand to record other owners experiences and expertise , meaning we can learn from others but also pass on this knowledge to subsequent owners of these wonderful motorcycles.
At least Covid-19 has given me plenty of spare time to pursue my passion for the motorcycle!
Location
Adelaide
South Australia
gpz900r@motoshoot.com.au
Timeline
1983 - Honda XR200
1984 - wanted a GPz
1985-2013 - cars+family
2014 - finally got one!
Disclaimer
The information provided on this site (or links) is personal experiences from non-professional home-mechanics, so neither it's accuracy nor it's validity can be confirmed. If you need professional advise please visit your local Kawasaki dealership or a qualified industry professional.
Like riding any motorcycle, at the end of the day the only opinion that really counts is your own!