1983 Kawasaki KZ440
***NO RESERVE***

Registration – ENF 620Y

Chassis No. – KZ440H-001395

M.O.T. – Expired

Odometer – 28,284

‘ENF 620Y’ comes to us from over 23 years in the possession of the current owner. During that time it has been in storage and today represents an exciting full restoration project for a lover of 1980’s iconic midweight motorcycles. Although an “easy rider” style KZ440 LTD was available, ‘ENF 620Y’ has previously been modestly customised to evoke that style of motorcycle. The vendor reports that the original parts are included, however, with the front forks and standard cast aluminium wheels being sold with the bike. ‘ENF 620Y’ is complete with its V5 Registration Document and is being sold here with NO RESERVE.

With ‘ENF 620Y’ having been in storage for over 20 years it will require a full and comprehensive restoration. The aesthetic presentation of the motorbike looks fair overall, and the signs of some earlier customisation are noted. These include traditionally spoked wheels, different front forks and an easy rider style split level saddle. The original forks and cast wheels are included in the sale as are a number of other spare parts. The vendor rates ‘ENF 620Y’s’ bodywork, paintwork and rider environment as “average.” ‘ENF 620Y’ features a 440cc four stroke twin engine which originally produced around 40bhp. This is paired with a six speed transmission which originally gave the KZ440 a true 100mph top speed. The vendor rates the engine as “below average” and the transmission and electrics as “average.”

The KZ440 was part of a new wave of Japanese motorcycles originally launched in the mid 1970’s to combine performance, economy and a low initial purchase price. Kawasaki particularly had the North American market in their sights, offering the KZ440 as an alternative to cars like the Beetle. They even became the first foreign motorcycle manufacturer to establish a North American factory.

In summary:

• An appealing restoration project having been in storage for over 20 years
• Complete with the original wheels and forks
• An increasingly rare example of this respected midweight twin