Recalls for your 1981 Kawasaki Kz1000

Recalls for 1981 Kawasaki Kz1000

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Raceway Park Englishtown NJ

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Raceway Park Englishtown NJ

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DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT


Posted on: 1981-10-13
Description
The bolt which secures the drive chain sprocket to the transmission output shaft may loosen during normal operation.  If this bolt comes loose, the sprocket may separate from the shaft, resulting in lock-up of rear wheel.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will ensure that the proper torque (58 ft.  Lb.) is applied to the bolt and a system of interlocking washers will be installed to prevent the bolt from loosening.  This will be done without charge to owner.

Notes
Vehicle description: motorcycles.system: power train; sprocket bolt.consequences of defect: locking of the rear wheel could occur without priorwarning, possibly causing loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: motorcycle should not be ridden until repairs are completed.

DEFECT #2 - WHEELS


Posted on: 1981-12-01
Description
The balance weights which are attached to the front wheel of the motorcycle may cause the front tire to leak air slowly.  If the air pressure gets low enough, the tire may shift on the rim and deflate rapidly.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Existing weights will be replaced with new weights that will not interfere with the sealing properties of the tire.

Notes
Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with bridgestone 4-ply ratingtubeless tires, size 3.25v-19 or 3.25h-19 and clip-on balance weights on thefront wheel.system: suspension; wheel balance weights.consequences of defect: rapid air loss may cause loss of control and, possibly,an accident.note: to minimize the chance of an accident prior to correction, make suretires are inflated to the recommended pressure before riding.