New project 1974 100

[klrroo]

I found a nice little project to work on. Got the bike for free so that is a good start. Does anyone know what it is? I know it is a 1974 Kawasaki 100, I am thinking either a KE or a G4 trailboss but am not sure. Kinda looking forward to working on a bike as old as me! it is complete except for the headlight and speedo. It looks like the carb is inside the engine cases? Never seen that before. going to start tearing it down tonight. It has good compression and spark so I will fire it up first, and the tank is rust free inside! Any tips or advice are greatly appreciated!!:clap:

 

[ktmken]

I used to ride a Kawasaki 100, back in the "the day".
The carb inside the cases was quite popular with Kawaski during that era. It is known as a "Rotary Valve" setup.
http://www.cyclechaos.com/wiki/Rotary_Disc_Valve
Have fun with your project.

KTMKen

 

[klrroo]

that is some great info, never heard of it before. I might as well start scoping out that disc because I bet when I have a look she's done. So far having a quick look around for parts they seem quite plentiful.

 

[Shuswap]

Just think of the stories she could tell.....

 

[Dr650 dreadnought]

That is the same classic style of my 73 ts susuki savage. Love that style pipe. Take it off and spray some BBQ paint. Makes the bike look half restored. I found this canadian supplier of excellent repro decals when the tank gets a make over. I have tried them yet... but will.
http://www.reproductiondecals.com/default_frameset.html?moreinfo_instr.html~main